63. Flip-Flops, Reflection & Recovery: A Summer Reset for Educators

Flip-Flops, Reflection & Recovery: A Summer Reset for Educators

Feeling stretched thin after the school year? You’re not alone. In this light yet deeply reflective episode of the Why Edify podcast, Jeremy invites educators to lean into the slower rhythms of summer and reclaim the joy of rest.

Through flip-flop metaphors, barefoot grounding practices, and gentle challenges to rethink productivity, this episode is a breath of fresh air for teachers, leaders, and lifelong learners. Explore how simple summer shifts—like flipping routines and embracing “flip-flop moments”—can help you reset your nervous system, rediscover presence, and set the stage for sustainable joy in the year ahead.

Whether you're journaling, walking barefoot, or just exhaling after a busy season, this is your permission to pause, recharge, and receive the gift of summer.

Here's the newsletter referred to in the video: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/flip-flops-and-sunshine/

Takeaways

- Summer is a time for teachers to reset and reconnect.

- Rest is essential for recovery and creativity.

- Small changes in routine can unlock joy.

- Walking barefoot can ground us and reduce stress.

- Flexibility in teaching is a valuable strength.

- Reflecting on past experiences can foster growth.

- Summer should be embraced as a gift, not a pause.

- Teachers often feel guilty for resting, which is unnecessary.

- Creating space for presence is crucial for well-being.

- Engaging in self-care practices is vital for sustainability.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Summer: A Teacher's Reset

03:46 Redefining Rest: The Importance of Recovery

06:59 Finding Joy in Small Changes

09:35 Reflecting on Flexibility and Growth

📬 Get Involved:

✉️ Sign up for the Friday Five Newsletter for Teachers:

https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/newsletter

💪 Take the 30-Day Educator Challenge (Mind, Body & Spirit):

https://bit.ly/3PS4zM7

☕ Support Why Edify:

https://buymeacoffee.com/whyedify

🤝 Connect with Jeremy:

https://linktr.ee/whyedify

👕 Shop Why Edify Gear:

https://www.bonfire.com/store/why-edify/

🌐 Connect with Jeremy Jorgensen:

👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/why_edify/

👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-jorgensen321/

👉 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/why-edify.bsky.social

👉 Website: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/