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5 Habits of Empowered Teachers: Reduce Stress and Boost Classroom Success with Grace Stevens

Feeling Stressed and Overwhelmed as a Teacher?

If the start of the school year has left you feeling burnt out, this episode is for you! In today’s The Balanced Educator Podcast, we chat with Grace Stevens, a former VP who transitioned into teaching to help educators like you feel less stressed and more empowered.

With 20 years of classroom experience and a background in behavioral therapy and positive psychology, Grace combines science-based habits with her signature mantra, “Your energy teaches more than your lesson plans,” to help overwhelmed teachers create positive, stress-free routines. She’s also the author of three books, including the best-seller Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers.

Tune in as we explore the 5 key habits of the least stressed, most empowered educators, and set yourself up for a successful and fulfilling school year!

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