The EducateHer’s Sanctuary

Episode 32: In this heartfelt episode of The Educator Sanctuary, we’re flipping the script on the back-to-school season. Instead of just surviving the chaos, what if you could thrive in it?

Host Dr. Lea Thompson shares a powerful story of a mom who reclaimed her mornings—and her peace—through small, intentional rituals. You’ll hear practical tips, emotional reflections, and a gentle reminder that your well-being matters just as much...

Episode 31: In this episode, Lea explores the often-overlooked truth: healing doesn't happen in the same environment that caused your pain. She opens up about her own journey of stepping away from the familiar to prioritize wholeness and self-connection. This is a raw and honest conversation about why personal growth sometimes requires brave decisions, emotional boundaries, and a deep belief that you’re worth choosing, over an...

Episode 30: Have you ever woken up feeling behind before the day even begins? Or found yourself asking, “How can I go after a big vision when my reality feels so small?” In this episode of The Educator Sanctuary, Lea invites you into a deeply honest reflection on the power of starting small but starting well.

With her signature warmth and transparency, she shares how learning to honor her mornings—starting with just five minutes—tra...

Episode 29: In this episode of The Educator Sanctuary, Lea gets real about what it’s like to hold onto a God-given vision while feeling stuck in the process. If you’ve ever asked, “Why is my breakthrough taking so long?” or “Why don’t I have what God promised me yet?”—this conversation is for you. We’re talking delays, detours, and the deeper work happening behind the scenes. Whether you’re a mom, a teacher, or a leader trying to s...

Episode 28: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Dr. Lea dives into the power of intentional living and mindset shifts for real personal growth. She breaks down how to stop operating from a place of lack and start aligning your energy with the abundance you truly want. Through personal stories and practical steps, she reminds listeners that the secret to receiving more is acting as if it’s already yours, and showing up ev...

Episode 27: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Lea explores the idea of having a serendipity mindset, seeing life’s unexpected moments as opportunities instead of obstacles. She shares a heartfelt story about how her car breaking down turned into a surprising blessing that opened the door to a new, meaningful friendship. Lea reminds listeners that what feels inconvenient or frustrating can actually be part of a bigger p...

Episode 26: In this episode, Lea unpacks the idea of the “waiting season”—those times when it feels like you’re stuck, tested, and wondering when things will finally move forward. She shares her own recent experiences with unexpected delays and roadblocks, and how she’s choosing gratitude, faith, and perspective instead of frustration.

Through real talk and reflection, Lea encourages you to see waiting as preparation for what’s next...

Episode 25: What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned—when your car breaks down, plans fall through, and everything feels like it’s unraveling at once? In this episode, Dr. Lea opens up about navigating a season full of detours, disappointment, and unexpected challenges—and still choosing to stay grounded, grateful, and in alignment.

She unpacks what personal power really looks like—not perfection or pretending—but the internal...

Episode 24: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Dr. Lea dives into the quiet but powerful battle so many of us face: knowing exactly what we’re called to do… and still not moving. She opens up about her own experience with analysis paralysis, fear masked as “business,” and the struggle to take action after past disappointments.

Through personal reflection and real talk, Lea challenges listeners to stop waiting for another...

Episode 23: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Lea explores the emotional rollercoaster of disappointment—and how powerful women can reclaim their peace and purpose in the midst of it. She reminds us that situations are neutral—it’s our response that determines whether they become setbacks or setups.

Through a deeply personal story of an unexpected letdown, Lea shares how she shifted her energy from frustration to faith,...

Episode 22: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Dr. Lea explores how unchecked projections, fear, and internalized negativity can silently sabotage your goals, relationships, and purpose. Through a powerful real-life story from a reality competition show, she breaks down how our perspective—not always reality—shapes what we see, say, and sow into the lives of others and ourselves.

Whether you're holding back after a ...

Episode 21: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Dr. Lea explores the surprising truth behind feeling “tired” when chasing your next level. Is it genuine exhaustion—or is your subconscious regulating you back to your comfort zone? She unpacks how discipline must sometimes override emotion, why success can feel uncomfortable, and how to break free from self-sabotaging patterns. If you’ve ever found yourself stalling just a...

Episode 20: Feeling the pressure to make fast money? In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Lea dives into a real-life story about chasing a trending “paypig” TikTok challenge—and what she learned when the quick-cash route didn’t pan out.

What starts as a social experiment turns into a breakthrough moment about provision, trust, and staying aligned with purpose over panic. If you’ve ever felt financially stuck, spiritually d...

Episode 19: In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, Lea unpacks what it means to live intentionally—even when life throws curveballs. She shares a recent personal story about facing financial pressure and how choosing faith over fear completely shifted the outcome. This conversation dives into the mindset behind manifestation, the spiritual trap of unbelief, and the power of surrendering control. Listeners are reminded to st...

Episode 18: In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Lea sits down with Nadine Augustin Paul to explore what it really means to find calm in the chaos—especially for those caring for children who’ve experienced trauma. Together, they unpack the emotional labor of caregiving, the power of boundaries, and the vital role of self-care. Nadine shares personal stories and practical strategies for staying grounded while navigating daily challe...

Episode 17: Today on The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, we’re switching things up just a bit. I’m sharing Day 1 from a powerful devotional I found on the Bible App — one that deeply aligns with where I am in life right now and the conversations we’ve been having on purpose, focus, and faith.

After walking through my own journey of loss and rebuilding — from divorce to relocating and redefining what life looks like — this devotional hit hom...

Episode 16: In this episode, Lea gets real about what it means to be nourished to prosper. After weeks of feeling drained and foggy despite doing “all the right things,” she realized her body needed more than checkboxes—it needed true nourishment. Lea shares her personal journey with starting an anti-inflammatory diet and how physical inflammation often mirrors deeper internal or emotional inflammation. This conversation is part pe...

Episode 15: In this episode, Lea dives into the power behind discomfort—how those uneasy feelings might actually be divine nudges pushing you toward your next chapter. From personal stories to mindset shifts, she unpacks the real reason things might be falling apart: it's time to pivot. You’ll hear how prayers, pressure, and the unexpected push can align to position you for purpose. If you've been feeling stuck or sensing...

Episode 14: We’re officially in Q2, and while most people are focused on getting that summer body, I’m challenging you to build that summer life. In this episode of The EducateHer’s Sanctuary, we’re talking about what it really looks like to hustle with intention—not perfection.

I’m sharing a personal story that sparked this mindset shift, and giving you 6 practical, real-life steps to help you build momentum toward the life you’ve ...