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June 11, 2025 29 mins

📘 Episodic Synopsis:

In this deeply reflective and empowering episode, Joey sits down with former educator and wellness guide Kim Brooks to unpack the reality of teacher burnout—and how educators can reclaim their energy without guilt. Drawing from nearly two decades in the classroom and her journey into breathwork, yoga, and healing, Kim shares practical tools and heartfelt wisdom to help educators slow down, set boundaries, and reconnect with themselves. Whether you’re in your first year or a seasoned teacher contemplating change, this conversation is your permission slip to pause and breathe.

🔗 Resources & Links from This Episode

🧘‍♀️ Kim Brooks – Guest Profile & OfferingsConnect with Kim on LinkedInThe Energy Reset Program – Kim’s signature coaching framework for educators seeking renewal through breathwork, meditation, and mindful practices.

🎧 Referenced Podcast EpisodesThe Happier Teacher: Building Resilience Through SEL and Self-Care with Erin Shook 👉 Listen on RSS

Trauma-Informed Classrooms: Insights from a Caregiver and Therapist with Pamela Rosenblum 👉 Listen on RSS

🫁 Mindfulness Tool MentionedSquare Breathing Technique – A simple but powerful breathwork practice to regulate your nervous system.

📚 For New EducatorsPhases of a First-Year Teacher – Ellen Moir Framework – Understand the emotional arc of a teacher’s first year and how to navigate it with support.

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