S3 Ep.11 Cease The Game 🏐 With Kaitlyn AKA The Other Waffle 🧇

In this heartfelt episode of ClockingOut, I sit down with Kaitlyn known online as TheOtherWaffle for an inspiring conversation about teaching, faith, community and navigating life’s toughest moments.Kaitlyn shares her journey as a middle school teacher, volleyball coach, board gamer and wife, opening up about balancing multiple roles, leading with empathy and setting healthy boundaries. We dive deep into her love for the VeeFriends community, the powerful story of how she met her husband, the lessons she’s learned about mental health and how faith has guided her through challenges.Whether you’re an educator, creator, or just someone searching for your “tribe,” this episode will leave you with a renewed sense of purpose and a reminder that your worth is never defined by your worst moments.Timestamps0:00 – Intro & Guest Welcome0:44 – Kaitlyn’s background: Teaching, coaching, and gaming1:19 – What “Clocking Out” means to Kaitlyn3:26 – Balancing multiple roles and setting boundaries6:00 – Wrestling, finding safe spaces & supportive communities9:01 – The power of the VeeFriends community11:18 – How Kaitlyn met her husband & a story of resilience20:04 – Navigating life’s toughest moments together27:09 – Working together as a married couple in education33:02 – Faith, community, and finding your people43:57 – Mental health, depression, and knowing your support system53:02 – Why Kaitlyn chose teaching over social work1:02:11 – Building trust and safe spaces for students1:14:53 – Student relationships, humor, and connection1:15:53 – Audience shoutouts & final questions1:16:27 – What people misunderstand most about Kaitlyn1:20:06 – Advice for others struggling with self-worth1:24:18 – Closing thoughts & where to find KaitlynSupport Kaitlyn a.k.a. TheOtherWaffle📱 X (Twitter): @TheOtherWaffle 🎲 Board Gaming YouTube Channel :https://www.youtube.com/@ceasethegame22 📸 Instagram (Personal – Private): @kcease13 🔗 POAPs are live this month for stream viewers and merch buyers check the website for details.👕 Grab utility-based merch & claim your POAPs: https://ClockingOut.net🎁 Weekly giveaways. Monthly rewards. Show up, get rewarded 🏅Join the movement 💪🏼 real stories from real creators turning passion into purpose. Stay Connected Follow & Subscribe to #ClockingOut 📲 on all platforms and share to support independent voices 👇🏼https://linktr.ee/ClockingOutPodcast?