Beyond the Bell with Myndel: The Podcast

Episode Summary:
Paul David Tripp reminds us, “No one is more influential in your life than you are because no one talks to you more than you do.” 

In this episode of Beyond the Bell with Myndel, we’re checking in on the conversation you’re having with… you.

Do you speak life into yourself when things get hard—or do you reserve all your encouragement for others? 

Myndel challenges you to notice your self-talk this week and to tre...

We love to talk about setting boundaries, but Dr. Anita Phillips just turned that conversation upside down for me. 

In her book The Garden Within, she writes:

“A boundary without a consequence is not a boundary; it’s a preference.” 

Whew! Let’s look at what that means for your relationships, your classroom, and your own peace of mind.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why boundaries without action aren’t really boundaries
• How to pr...

Teaching asks so much of you—but what happens when your tank is empty, and no amount of sleep or effort fills it back up?

In this episode of Beyond the Bell, Myndel opens up about her own journey through burnout during her years in the classroom. 

She shares how burnout isn’t a personal failing—it’s a systemic issue—and how you can begin to build resilience, set boundaries, and reconnect with your purpose.

You’ll hear:
 ✅ What bur...

Summary: In this episode, Myndel Miller speaks directly to educators standing at the edge of “What’s next?” and encourages them to build confidence by taking action. 

Drawing from her own life—transitioning from elementary to high school, writing her first book, and buying property—she reminds listeners that clarity and courage don’t show up before the leap... they show up because of it.

Takeaways:

• Confidence doesn’t come before a...

This episode is a tribute. 

To the teacher who’s hanging on by a thread.
To the one who's tired—but still shows up.
To the one who knows teaching is more than a job—it's a calling.

I came across a Facebook post that captured so much of what I wish the world understood about this work. 

I want you to hear it. Not just with your ears—but with your heart.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, undervalued, or just plain exhausted, ...

✨ Episode Summary:

As teachers, we’re constantly pouring out—time, energy, emotions—and rarely pausing to assess what still matters to us as individuals. 

In this episode, Myndel reflects on a powerful insight from Tim Ferriss’ The 4-Hour Workweek and uses it as a lens to examine how educators can do their own summer soul inventory.

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by stuff—literal or emotional—or wondered if your priorities still ali...

You’ve heard me preach the power of “No”—and I still stand by that. 

But today, we’re talking about its just-as-powerful sister: Yes.
 

In this episode, I’m inviting you to explore what it means to say yes with intention. Yes to rest. Yes to help. Yes to the dreams you’ve tucked away. Yes to the kind of wealth that money can’t always measure. Yes to becoming more than what you’ve been.

Because boundaries protect your peace, but sa...

Episode Summary:
On this episode, Myndel shares a simple but powerful encounter at the grocery store that turned into a lesson about navigating life’s obstacles. 

When an older woman told her, “I know how to bob and weave,” it became more than a chuckle—it became a metaphor. 

In this short but meaningful reflection, Myndel reminds educators and women over 40 that life won’t always present a clear path, but with a little flexibil...

We’ve made it to Part 5 of our Psychology of Money for Teachers series! 🎉 In this final episode, we’re not talking about how to get wealthy — we’re talking about how to stay wealthy.

Morgan Housel reminds us that keeping wealth is less about knowledge and more about character. In this episode, I break down:

• Why humility, frugality, and a healthy respect for risk are your greatest financial tools
• How flexibility is a quiet but pow...

📌 Episode Summary:

In Part 4 of our 5-part series The Psychology of Money for Teachers, we’re leaning into a truth that every overachieving teacher (🙋🏾‍♀️) needs to hear: 

You don’t have to be perfect with money. You just have to be reasonable — and consistent.

Drawing wisdom from Morgan Housel’s The Psychology of Money, Myndel explores why financial decisions aren’t always about what’s rational on paper — but about what ...

Part 3 of our The Psychology of Money for Teachers series!

In this episode:

• Why real wealth is invisible — and flashy spending is a trap
• The true purpose of saving (hint: it's not about being "good with money")
• How comparison steals both joy and financial progress
• Why your personal money choices don’t need to be defended

Reflection Assignment:
What money habits are rooted in comparison? 

What might it look lik...

This is Part 2 in our The Psychology of Money for Teachers series!

In this episode:

• Why success is never just about skill — and failure is never just about mistakes
• The importance of building resilience into your finances
• How your personal money story shapes your financial choices
• Why teachers, especially, need to acknowledge the roles of luck and risk in their financial journeys

Assignment: Reflect on your own money story. What...

In this episode:
We’re kicking off our 5-part series on The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel, and right from the introduction, we’re flipping the script on what it takes to be financially successful. It’s not about how smart you are — it’s about how you behave.

You’ll hear:

• Why two people with the same income can end up in completely different financial places
• How your background and experiences shape your relationship wi...

Instead of Hooked on Phonics, our little ones are now hooked on technology—and they’re not alone.

In this episode, Myndel Miller dives into the digital dependency plaguing both children and adults.

Backed by research and real talk, this conversation explores what constant scrolling is doing to our brains, our classrooms, and our relationships—and offers practical ways to reclaim control.

Whether you're a tea...

The countdown to summer has begun—but that doesn’t mean we coast.

In this motivational mini-episode, Myndel shares a powerful morning affirmation and encourages teachers to start each day with intention and energy.

Learn how the simple phrase “Rise and shine” can shift your mindset and help you show up with purpose during the final stretch of the school year. 

In this episode, you'll get:

• A guided morning...

Ever feel like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around? I’ve been there.

My lists used to look like grocery lists for a family of four—long, overwhelming, and impossible to finish.

Then, I discovered the power of The Rule of 3—and it changed everything.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

 ✅ How a simple 3-task list can increase productivity and reduce stress
 ✅ The secret to a...

 📌 Key Topics Covered:

• The difference between asking and taking
• Why self-care requires action, not permission
• Career growth: When to ask and when to take
• Building financial freedom as an educator

💡 Challenge: Identify one area where you’ve been waiting and take action!
 
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In this episode of Beyond the Bell with Myndel, we explore what it means to care differently as an educator. 

As teachers, we often feel the weight of everything happening in and beyond our classrooms. 

But caring doesn’t have to mean carrying every burden. 

Myndel shares a personal story from her final months before retirement and offers three practical steps to help you care in a way that preserves your...