The Power of REST: Resilience, Emotional Wellness, and Sustainable Teaching

Educating Mindfully Members: Please continue this conversation in our Member Online Community for the opportunity to earn PD/CEU hours. Learn More.Episode Overview: Host Lindsey Frank and guest Stephanie Letourneau explore Stephanie’s REST framework—Resilience, Emotional Wellness, and Sustainable Teaching. They advocate that self-care is a strategic necessity, not a luxury, and share eight health pillars (like sleep, hydration, and awareness) to prevent burnout and model mindfulness.Episode Resources: Educating Mindfully WebsiteMindfulness-Based Learning FrameworkEducating Mindfully's Book Educator and Leader Embodiment CardsBreathe 4 ChangeStephanie's Self-Care TrackerStephanie's Book: The Educator's Guide To RESTLindsey's Book: Big Change, Better You, Beautiful World Lindsey's Book: The Superpower of Your HEART Work-Life Integration Voices Blog PostMindfulness-Based Learning Micro-Credential Program Member Self-Care Recordings LibraryDr. Christopher Willard's websiteGuest Bio: Stephanie Letourneau, M.Ed., RYT-500, is a veteran educator with over 20 years of experience in Methuen Public Schools and an adjunct professor at Merrimack College. She holds master’s degrees in Reading (Endicott College) and in Social-Emotional Learning, Yoga, and Mindfulness (Breathe For Change). As creator of the REST (Resiliency, Emotional Wellness, and Sustainable Teaching) framework, she leads research-based workshops and graduate courses that promote educator well-being. A frequent conference presenter, she advocates for mindfulness and brain-based wellness in schools. Her forthcoming book, The Educator’s Guide to REST, will be published by Routledge in February 2026. Certified in SEL, Mindfulness, Yoga, and Brain Longevity®. [email protected] a Mindful Partner