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EdYouWell

Join hosts Alix Busch and Chelsea Henderson on The EdYouWell Podcast, where we empower educators to thrive in both their professional and personal lives. Dive into engaging discussions and interviews, exploring valuable insights and practical tips to enhance your well-being and teaching experience. ...

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Aug. 28, 2025

54: 5 Quick & Fun Icebreakers to Help Students Connect Fast

In this episode, we share five icebreakers that are fast, fun, and meaningful. These low-prep activities help students feel seen, spark conversation, and build classroom connection without adding more to your plate. These ide...
Aug. 14, 2025

53. Appreciating August

Season 3 is here, and we’re starting it off with heart and intention! In this August episode of EdYouWell , we’re embracing the moment, soaking in the slower days, and reflecting on the power of appreciation. From setting goa...
July 31, 2025

52. Season 2 Wrap-Up: Goals, Growth, and What’s Next

In this season finale, we pause to reflect on our goals, the growth we've experienced, and the unexpected lessons we've learned along the way. We discuss what worked, what didn't, and what's coming next for us—and for you. EdYouWell is packed with real talk, tips, and ideas to support teachers both…
July 17, 2025

51. Mobile Tasks: Making the Most of On-the-Go Moments

In this episode of EdYouWell, we dive into the concept of Mobile Tasks—tasks you can tackle on the go to maximize productivity during downtime. Learn how to be intentional with your time, get more done, and create space for r...
July 3, 2025

50. Our Hot Takes: Cursive Writing, TikTok, Lunch Perks, and the Four-Day Week

Today we’re dishing out our unfiltered opinions in a Hot Takes episode that covers everything from cursive writing and free lunch to memorization, TikTok, the “it” factor, and the four-day work week. We’re not solving the wor...
June 19, 2025

49. How to Pause Before Reacting: Strategies for Teachers to Stay Calm Under Stress

In this episode of EdYouWell, we’re focusing on the power of learning to pause before reacting. As teachers—and as people—we often face moments that trigger our fight, flight, or freeze responses. Responding thoughtfully inst...

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Aug. 28, 2025

54: 5 Quick & Fun Icebreakers to Help Students Connect Fast

Episode 54: 5 Quick & Fun Icebreakers to Help Students Connect Fast The start of the school year is here, and there’s no better time to set the tone for connection. In this episode, we’re sharing five quick, low-prep icebreakers tha…

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Aug. 14, 2025

53. Appreciating August

Every August, we seem to experience a shift, a slow turning of the dial from anxiety to anticipation to appreciation. And that’s not just poetic framing, it’s how our podcast has naturally evolved over the years: Season 1: August Anxiet…

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July 31, 2025

52. Season 2 Wrap-Up: Goals, Growth, and What’s Next

In this special season finale, we reflect on the goals we set, the growth we’ve made, and the lessons we learned. From staying intentional in the classroom to embracing “the slower you go, the faster you go,” we’re sharing wh…

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