261. Can't Miss Classic: Why Teacher Summer Feels So Weird (And What to Do About It)

In this episode, we revisit the 10 emotional stages of summer break for teachers, from the pure joy of the first day of freedom and relaxation, to productivity bursts, procrastination, panic, and finally the excitement of a brand-new school year. We also share relatable teacher stories, practical ways to recover from burnout without drifting through summer, and strategies for avoiding back-to-school overwhelm. Make the most of this summer break by recognizing what stage you’re in and how to plan your days moving forward!Prefer to read? Grab the original episode transcript and show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/teacher-summer-break-stagesResources:End of Year Road Map FreebieClear Moving BagsNon-clear Moving BagsCheck out our book Structure and SparkJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 130. The 2 Things Teachers Need to Refuel This SummerEpisode 128. Back to School Boost: Do These 3 Things Now to Prep for Next School YearEpisode 67. How to Actually Get Stuff Done for School This SummerEpisode 65. Make an Easy Plan For Your Perfect Teacher Summer: Recovery and ReadinessEpisode 14. Best Summer EverEpisode 13. Design Your SummerEpisode 12. Recovering from the School Year