Wellness for Educators
“Wellness for Educators” is a podcast featuring Lori Maxfield, a retired teacher from central Pennsylvania. It is a place where educators feel valued and appreciated for their service to the future generation. "You need to be well to teach well. "That is the motto. Health and wellness is important for all educators. They need to take time to take care of themselves. This podcast will be updated monthly during the school year. (August- May) Wellness for Educators will provide tips to help educators experience life beyond the classroom.
Episodes
20 episodes
Episode #20 Season 3 Leap To Switzerland, Teach With Heart
What if a single yes could reshape how you work, live, and care for yourself? We sit down with Kelly Donovan—middle school physical and health educator and well-being coordinator at International School Basel—to trace her leap from Pennsylvania...
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Episode #19 Season 3 Small Habits, Big Energy: Rethinking Fitness For Busy Educators
The school day starts before sunrise and ends long after dismissal, and somewhere between lesson plans and parent emails, your back is tight, your energy is low, and sleep keeps slipping. That grind doesn’t have to be your baseline. We invited ...
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29:50
Episode #18 Season 3 New Year, Healthier Habits For Teachers
A fresh year doesn’t magically create more time between classes, meetings, and grading—so we built a smarter way to pursue wellness that fits the real school day. With health and wellness consultant Dayna Gowan, we dig into practical strategies...
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Episode #17 Season 3 Finding Silence Amongst the Chaos
What if five quiet minutes could reset an entire day? We close the year with a focused, practical guide to finding calm in a loud season—especially for teachers who spend every hour juggling decisions, emotions, and endless distractions. Rather...
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Episode #16 Season 3 Beyond the Classroom: Balancing Health and Teaching
Nutrition expert and former college athlete Sam Rodgers joins the Wellness for Educators podcast to share practical strategies for maintaining health amid the demanding responsibilities of teaching. Sam reveals how his nutrition background led ...
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Episode #15 Season 3 One Student's Journey to Breaking the Cycle
What does true resilience look like in the face of overwhelming obstacles? Meet Anjelica Rodriguez, who journeyed from a childhood marked by family mental health struggles, financial hardship, and adult responsibilities to become a college grad...
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Episode #14 Season 3 Parenting and Teaching in the Digital Age
Veteran educator Brittany Snavely opens up about the delicate balancing act of raising four daughters while pursuing a fulfilling 21-year teaching career in this thought-provoking conversation about modern parenting and educator wellness.
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Episode #13 Season 3 Embracing Change and Challenge in the New School Year
Have you ever wondered why we can easily recall our favorite teachers decades later, yet struggle to remember last year's award-winning movie or championship teams? The answer lies in the profound, lasting impact educators have on their student...
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Episode #12 Season 2 Reflect, Rejuvenate, Return: A Teacher's Guide to Summer Self-Care
The journey toward wellness is never a straight line, especially for dedicated educators who pour their hearts into their classrooms all year. As we close our first season of Wellness for Educators, this finale brings together the essential wis...
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Episode #11 Season 2 Friends for Life The Power of Lifelong Connections
Friendship sustains us through life's greatest challenges and sweetest victories. Lori welcomes her childhood friend of over 60 years, Alison Waters Murphy, for a heartfelt conversation about the profound impact of meaningful connections on our...
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Episode #10 Season 2 Cherished Memories and Life Lessons Growing Up with a Teacher Mom
What if the essence of true balance as a working parent doesn't lie in perfection but in prioritizing what truly matters? Join us as we unravel the heartfelt journey of blending careers and family life, crafted over my 37 years in education. Th...
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Episode #9 Season 2 Overcoming Adversity and Building Resilience
Discover the transformative power of resilience through the inspiring journey of Jamie Barberich-Covill, a dedicated special education teacher who faced the harrowing challenge of a brain tumor diagnosis in 2006. Despite numerous surgeries and ...
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Episode #8 Season 2 Embracing Mindfulness with Dr. Montminy
Unlock the secrets to a more mindful and effective teaching practice with insights from Dr. Peter Montminy, a renowned clinical psychologist and mindfulness instructor. Together, we explore the mounting emotional challenges faced by children in...
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Episode #7 Season 2 The Transformative Power of Empathy and Well-Being in Education
Can a single moment of empathy change a student's life forever? Join me, Lori Maxfield, as I explore this question through the inspiring story of "Mrs. Thompson and Teddy." This tale from my early teaching days highlights the transformative pow...
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Episode #6 Season 2: Prioritizing Sleep and Positive Communication in the Classroom
After years of sacrificing sleep for the sake of exercise, I've come to realize the profound impact sleep deprivation has had on my well-being and performance as an educator. Join me, Lori Maxfield, on Wellness for Educators as I share personal...
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Episode #5 Season 2: Nell Herrmann Interview- Be Well to Teach Well
Discover the transformative power of self-care for educators with insights from Dr. Becky, author of Good Inside. Learn how simple practices like deep breathing, staying hydrated, and meditating can significantly reduce stress and enhance your ...
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Episode 4 Season 2 : Embracing Self-Care and Building Positive Student Connections
Embracing Self-Care and Building Positive Student ConnectionsCan prioritizing self-care truly transform your teaching experience? Discover how simple yet powerful self-care habits can set the stage for a fulfilling and productive sch...
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Episode #3 Season 1 You Can Do Hard Things!
You can do hard things! Teachers that survived the pandemic have overcome huge obstacles.This was such a challenging time in the world. Lori Maxfield shares a story about the Special Olympics and encourage...
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16:51
Episode #2 Season 1 Attitude is Key
The influence of a good teacher can never be erased. You want to end well. Attitude is key. Lori shares a story regarding a kindergarten teacher and quotes “All I Really Need to Know I learned in Kindergarten written by Robert Fulghum.
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Episode #1 Season 1 We Need to Take Care of Ourselves
This is the first episode of the Wellness for Educators Podcast. Encouraging teachers to take care of their own health. What educators do daily is important, but it is necessary for educators to take care of themselves. It has a direct impact o...
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