Sustainable Teaching with Rae Hughart

Amy Storer visits twelve campuses in her district every single month. She comes with one topic. One tool, one tip, one practical thing. And she doesn’t leave until the teachers have actually done it. Not watched a demo. Not taken notes. Done it.

Ruth Poulsen spent 15 years teaching and leading in schools before burnout forced her to step back. Now on sabbatical, she's writing the Regenerative Schools blog on Substack and working on a book about how schools can sustain their people the way a regenerative farm sustains its soil. She and Rae talk digital sunsets, the 40% rest principle, and why saying no to good things is a leadership superpower.

What happens when you stop asking students to fit the classroom and start building the classroom to fit them? Kim Lohse has spent her career in teaching, administration, and innovation leadership answering that question. She joins Rae to talk about future-ready skills, creativity, and what student-centered design actually looks like in practice.

Josh Tovar grew up as a newcomer who didn't speak English, graduated at the bottom of his class, and spent the next thirty years making sure no other kid had to feel invisible. As principal of Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland, Texas, he shares how he builds culture-first leadership for newcomers and non-traditional learners, and why caring has to come before curriculum.

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In this episode, Rae Hughart sits down with Dr. Jim Masters to explore what it means to build a culture-first leadership framework in schools. They discuss how principals and instructional leaders can create environments where teachers feel supported, empowered, and motivated to stay — and how that translates into real outcomes for students.

There is a version of education that is technically happening but not actually reaching the students in the room. Vanessa Castañeda Gill decided she was done pretending that wasn't happening — and what she did next is a conversation every educator needs to have.In this episode, Vanessa talks about identity erosion, what it costs students when they don't see themselves in the room, and what it looks like to stop softening yourself as a teacher — and why that act of authenticity changes everything for the students who need mirrors most.Free resource: The Equity-Centered Classroom Audit — download in BLOGSubscribe to Sustainable Teaching for new episodes every Friday.

You probably remember the exact moment you decided whether you were a math person or not. Denis Sheeran has spent his career interrupting that story — and he's here to show you what that looks like inside your classroom.In this episode, Denis shares his framework for building real-world math relevance, the moment you can see a student actually clicking in, and why paying attention to what students talk about before class is the most underused data source in teaching.Free resource: The Instant Relevance Lesson Audit — download in BLOGSubscribe to Sustainable Teaching for new episodes every Friday.

Bella Dailey went from marketing intern to confident PE teacher in just four years. She shares how setting boundaries at 4pm, leaning on her tight-knit team, and learning not to sweat the small stuff transformed her approach...

Stephanie Nardi spent 26 years in education before landing as a turnaround principal at a Title 1 middle school in Phoenix — and she'll tell you the most underrated leadership hack is where you put your stuff...

Superintendent Shannon Anderson shares how 30 years in education taught him to remove friction for teachers while staying connected to the classroom. From handling parent complaints to building relationships in small towns, he offers practical wisdom for educators at every level. You'll walk away with specific strategies for recognition, neutrality in tough conversations, and reframing challenges as opportunities.

Johnny Billingsley shares why he stepped back from principal to assistant principal to pursue his doctorate - and how it's transformed his work-life balance. He reveals his Friday-Saturday boundary rule and why elementary teachers deserve way more recognition. Plus, tackling the 'voluntold' problem and supporting students through tough times without burning out yourself.

Music teacher Jeanette Mihalchik shares her "be like Elsa and let it go" strategy for handling the uncontrollable parts of teaching. She reveals how focusing on childlike joy and building relationships across 600 students can transform your daily experience. Walk away with practical ways to differentiate instruction and give yourself grace in an impossible job.

Sheila Daly transformed her district's approach to supporting multilingual learners by creating structured writing frameworks that tripled language growth expectations. She shares how anchoring to objectives and using retrieval practices can prevent teacher overwhelm while accelerating student progress. Walk away with actionable strategies for chunking lessons and building sustainable systems that work.

Andrew Marotta shares his journey from principal to Director of Communications and reveals the relationship-building secrets that transformed his career. From the power of a simple smile to strategic note-taking on your phone, discover practical ways to connect authentically with colleagues and students.Subscribe for the full breakdown + free download on Substack.

Rob Bueche, Assistant Superintendent with 20 years in education, shares game-changing behavior strategies that work across grade levels. Discover how chunking information reduces classroom disruptions and why AI can be your best brainstorming partner. Walk away with practical tools to make your teaching more efficient without burning out.Subscribe for the full breakdown + free download on Substack.

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you and this week's conversation proves it doesn't have to.Join us live on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Youtube every Friday at 7am ET for a new episode featuring real talk, real strategies, and zero hustle culture nonsense.Grab your coffee and join us.Eager for a tools from the episode? Visit our blog at https://www.teachersdeserveit.com/

Teaching shouldn't break you.This Friday, we're kicking off Season 1 of Sustainable Teaching with Rae Hughart - five back-to-back episodes streaming live starting at 5am ET.You'll hear real conversations with real educators about what it actually looks like to do this work without burning out. No toxic positivity. No hustle culture. Just honest strategies from people who are still in it.What to expect:1 kickoff episode setting the tone for the season4 interviews with educators who get itPractical takeaways you can use Monday morningNew episodes drop every Friday after launch — one per week across Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.Grab your coffee. Pull up a chair. Let's build something sustainable together.🔗 Learn more at TeachersDeserveIt.com

Teaching shouldn't break you.This Friday, we're kicking off Season 1 of Sustainable Teaching with Rae Hughart — five back-to-back episodes streaming live starting at 5am ET.You'll hear real conversations with real educators about what it actually looks like to do this work without burning out. No toxic positivity. No hustle culture. Just honest strategies from people who are still in it.What to expect:1 kickoff episode setting the tone for the season4 interviews with educators who get itPractical takeaways you can use Monday morningNew episodes drop every Friday after launch — one per week across Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.Grab your coffee. Pull up a chair. Let's build something sustainable together.🔗 Learn more at TeachersDeserveIt.com

Teaching shouldn't break you.This Friday, we're kicking off Season 1 of Sustainable Teaching with Rae Hughart — five back-to-back episodes streaming live starting at 5am ET.You'll hear real conversations with real educators about what it actually looks like to do this work without burning out. No toxic positivity. No hustle culture. Just honest strategies from people who are still in it.What to expect:1 kickoff episode setting the tone for the season4 interviews with educators who get itPractical takeaways you can use Monday morningNew episodes drop every Friday after launch — one per week across Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.Grab your coffee. Pull up a chair. Let's build something sustainable together.🔗 Learn more at TeachersDeserveIt.com

Teaching shouldn't break you.This Friday, we're kicking off Season 1 of Sustainable Teaching with Rae Hughart — five back-to-back episodes streaming live starting at 5am ET.You'll hear real conversations with real educators about what it actually looks like to do this work without burning out. No toxic positivity. No hustle culture. Just honest strategies from people who are still in it.What to expect:1 kickoff episode setting the tone for the season4 interviews with educators who get itPractical takeaways you can use Monday morningNew episodes drop every Friday after launch — one per week across Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.Grab your coffee. Pull up a chair. Let's build something sustainable together.🔗 Learn more at TeachersDeserveIt.com

Teaching shouldn't break you.This Friday, we're kicking off Season 1 of Sustainable Teaching with Rae Hughart — five back-to-back episodes streaming live starting at 5am ET.You'll hear real conversations with real educators about what it actually looks like to do this work without burning out. No toxic positivity. No hustle culture. Just honest strategies from people who are still in it.What to expect:1 kickoff episode setting the tone for the season4 interviews with educators who get itPractical takeaways you can use Monday morningNew episodes drop every Friday after launch — one per week across Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.Grab your coffee. Pull up a chair. Let's build something sustainable together.🔗 Learn more at TeachersDeserveIt.com

Your school's designation just dropped—now what? This week, Rae delivers a full action plan to move from data point to success story, and introduces the new community tackling the exhaustion that comes with systemic pressure.Rae tackles the urgency of school designations, revealing the truth: real growth lives in the consistency across your whole building (paras, specialists, behavior, and culture).In this episode, get your immediate strategy session:The Designation Solution: How to identify the overlooked growth indicator that drives subgroup success and build a fully funded improvement plan (no new budget required).The New TDI Learning Hub: A sneak peek at the high-impact courses coming by the end of 2025, including Boundaries Without Backlash and Calm Classrooms, Not Chaos.The Mindset Shift: An invitation to Rae's new Substack community, the space for real talk that gives you tools over toxic positivity. Stop settling for wellness tips when you need a working template.---Solve the Designation Challenge: Secure your spot for the FREE live session, "Your Designation Isn’t Your Destiny," this Thursday, November 13th!Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecg1kirw8wPNubReWBaOaNJ_MQzO1EA57-cre1PNR8hVtfHA/viewform?usp=dialogJoin the Movement: Subscribe to the new space for real talk and immediate strategies.https://raehughart.substack.com/Your Next Steps (Links in Show Notes):

This is your invitation to the real conversation.Rae Hughart is taking a pause from traditional PD to build a new space on Substack—a community for real talk about what's broken in education and actionable solutions for what actually works.If you're tired of inspirational quotes when you need a template, or self-care advice when you need systemic change, this is for you.In this special announcement, Rae shares:Why over 1,000 educators joined in the first three weeks for content without the "brand filter."The publishing schedule: Real talk, ready-to-use tools, and community wins every week (all free to subscribe).Details on the TDI Vault, the paid-tier resource library packed with downloadable templates, scripts, and frameworks.The 20 Email Scripts for Setting Boundaries—your copy/paste solution for late-night emails and admin requests.How to secure your spot as a Founding Member before the price increases.This is a movement to give teachers the capacity, confidence, and care they actually deserve.Join the conversation and find the tools you need: https://raehughart.substack.com/

Rae unpacks the movement behind the new TDI Support Bundles (including the Autism, English Learner, and Para Support Expansions) that are changing the game.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why customization matters: Learn how these bundles are co-created by specialists (OTs, bilingual experts, and veteran paras) to deliver immediate, real-world results.The secret to PD that moves fast: How a less-than-20-minute commitment can lead to tangible classroom change the very next day.Why "Teachers Deserve It" is a lifeline: The story behind the movement of educators fighting for clarity, balance, and time back in their day.How districts are flipping the funding script to pay for innovation without touching general budgets.This isn't about "more PD," it's about better PD.Want to join the movement? Head to teachersdeserveit.com to join the waitlist and get the tools you need to reset.

What if progress didn’t start with a new program—but with a real conversation?In this episode, Rae shares what happened during a 7:45 a.m. meeting in West Chicago that reminded the Teachers Deserve It team why this movement exists. Once administrators stepped out, the paraprofessionals started talking—really talking—and what followed wasn’t frustration. It was strategy, ownership, and problem-solving that turned one hour into a system that’s already working.You’ll hear how giving staff time, trust, and follow-up can transform an entire building, plus the ripple effect of TDI’s on-the-ground work with schools across the country.Because when you ask educators what they need—and then act on it—you stop managing and start leading.Learn more at teachersdeserveit.com or join the Teachers Deserve It Facebook community to connect with educators who’ve found their lifeline through real support, fast follow-up, and systems that stick.

It’s observation season, and schools everywhere are talking about growth, evaluation, and “next steps.” But here’s the real question: Are you measuring the right things—or just tracking motion?In this week’s episode, Rae dives into how to stop throwing spaghetti at the wall with your PD plan and start seeing real, measurable progress. You’ll hear the key questions to ask before you renew another contract, what visible growth should actually look like in 30–60 days, and how to build accountability without burning your team out.If you’re ready to stop guessing and start growing, this conversation is your playbook.Explore free tools, PD audits, and Learning Hub resources at teachersdeserveit.com, or join the Teachers Deserve It Facebook community to connect with educators building systems that work.Because PD shouldn’t just fill hours—it should prove impact.#TeachersDeserveIt #PDThatWorks #EducationLeadership #TeacherGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

It’s observation season—clipboards out, data walls updated, and walkthroughs happening in every hallway. But when the focus is only on “core” classrooms, too many of our most creative educators get left out of the conversation.In this episode, Rae digs into what it really means to feed every teacher on your team. From art and music to PE and FACS, exploratory educators shape school culture every single day—but rarely get the professional learning that reflects their reality.You’ll hear stories from TDI’s work in partner schools, reflections from this week’s Substack article, and a behind-the-scenes look at TDI’s newest Learning Hub course by art educator Erin Light, Procedures & Daily Routines for Art Teachers: Systems That Save Time.Because art should be messy.Your management shouldn’t be.

Todays episode is featuring a recent conversation Rae Hughart had on The Positive Persistence Podcast with Ian Bowen!The Positive Persistence Podcast was created to share stories of individuals who have overcome insurmountable odds by embodying the principle of Positive Persistence.
 
Drawing from his own journey of defying paralysis, Ian launched the podcast to inspire listeners to tap into their inner strength and unlock their potential. 

Each episode explores the strategies, techniques, and mindsets of guests who have turned adversity into triumph, offering actionable insights for overcoming life's biggest challenges.

BONUS EPISODE: Doing nothing feels safe—but it’s the costliest decision a school can make.In this episode of Teachers Deserve It: Real Talk, Rae Hughart breaks down the hidden toll of “waiting until next year” to invest in your teachers, paras, and leadership team. From skyrocketing turnover costs to burnout-driven culture shifts, Rae shares real stories from the field and reveals why delayed action can drain budgets, morale, and student outcomes.But here’s the good news: fixing it doesn’t take months. You’ll hear how schools are building clear, role-specific PD plans and funding them in weeks, not years. Plus, Rae walks you through how to get your own custom PD roadmap in under 3 minutes—so you can finally stop surviving and start leading with confidence.If your team is stretched thin and you’ve been telling yourself, “We’ll handle this next year,” this is your sign to act now.✨ Take the quiz: teachersdeserveit.com

Doing nothing feels safe—but it’s the costliest decision a school can make.In this episode of Teachers Deserve It: Real Talk, Rae Hughart breaks down the hidden toll of “waiting until next year” to invest in your teachers, paras, and leadership team. From skyrocketing turnover costs to burnout-driven culture shifts, Rae shares real stories from the field and reveals why delayed action can drain budgets, morale, and student outcomes.But here’s the good news: fixing it doesn’t take months. You’ll hear how schools are building clear, role-specific PD plans and funding them in weeks, not years. Plus, Rae walks you through how to get your own custom PD roadmap in under 3 minutes—so you can finally stop surviving and start leading with confidence.If your team is stretched thin and you’ve been telling yourself, “We’ll handle this next year,” this is your sign to act now.✨ Take the quiz: teachersdeserveit.com

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Most schools are spending thousands on professional development that teachers forget in two weeks—while leaving untapped grant money sitting on the table. It doesn’t have to be this way.In this episode of Teachers Deserve It: Real Talk, Rae Hughart shares a simple, six-step system to make PD funded, effective, and stress-free for school leaders. Learn how to:Identify overlooked grants that cover teacher growthBuild a PD plan your staff actually thanks you forStop apologizing for PD that wastes time and start delivering real valueYou don’t need another binder or another late-night planning session—you need a plan that works and funding that supports it.✨ Download the free playbook: teachersdeserveit.com✨ Take the quiz for a custom funding roadmap: ⁠teachersdeserveit.comYour teachers deserve PD that makes a difference—and this is where it starts.

The first week of school is chaos... routines aren’t set, emails are piling up, and staff are already exhausted from “one more thing.” Teachers don’t hate PD… they hate wasted time.In this episode of Teachers Deserve It: Real Talk, Rae Hughart breaks down the 3 things no teacher has time for in Week 1 and how to flip the script with practical tools that save time, reduce stress, and actually work.You’ll hear how the Teachers Deserve a Great Start Bundle is helping schools launch with clarity: Ready-to-use systems for classroom management Parent communication tools that cut down chaos Para support resources that finally give clear expectationsPlus, Rae shares how the Teachers Deserve It Book Club is the perfect companion - giving staff the chance to start with systems and grow with reflection.If you’re a teacher, para, or leader heading into back-to-school, this episode is your reminder: you don’t need another binder. You need tools you can use tomorrow morning.Explore the Great Start Bundle: teachersdeserveit.comJoin the Book Club Course: raehughart.substack.comStart your year with systems. Grow your year with reflection.

This week we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the simplest—but most powerful—things we do at Teachers Deserve It: designing plug-and-play tools that schools can use instantly to make professional development actually stick. In this episode, Rae shares the backstory of a tool created for one partner school that spread like wildfire when another district grabbed it, screenshot style, and ran with it. You’ll hear how small shifts in clarity can ripple out into smoother transitions, stronger para partnerships, and teachers who actually thank their administrators for PD. Plus, Rae breaks down why giving your staff ready-to-use systems is a sign of respect, not “hand-holding.” If you’ve ever wanted your PD days to spark real results without adding more to your plate, this episode is for you.

In this week’s Teachers Deserve It Podcast, Rae Hughart gets real about the final stretch before back-to-school—and why “waiting” to make a professional development plan isn’t just procrastination, it’s a choice to add stress to your year.Rae walks through what principals are actually juggling right now—finalizing master schedules, planning institute days, welcoming new staff—and how TDI takes PD off their plates entirely. No late-night slide decks. No scrambling. Just a done-for-you plan that works.If you’re a school leader, you’ll learn how to get your PD strategy finalized before your coffee gets cold. If you’re a teacher, you’ll see how to advocate for PD that’s worth your time.Listen now, then subscribe to the Teachers Deserve It Substack for the full breakdown: raehughart.substack.com

Still staring at your PD plan like it might finish itself? This episode is your wake-up call and your shortcut. Rae Hughart kicks off the back-to-school leadership series with real talk about the chaos of August planning—and how to stop it in its tracks. She breaks down the #1 mistake school leaders make when designing professional development, introduces the TDI model that saves time (and sanity), and walks you through how to get a custom PD plan in under 60 seconds.We’re not here to tweak your slide deck.We’re here to replace it.Whether you're craving clarity, need buy-in, or just want to feel confident that PD will actually help your teachers, this episode is your step one.

We’ve made it to Part 6 of our Teacher-Tested Hacks for Smarter Days launch series—and we’re closing strong with educator, author, and coach Kevin J. Butler.Kevin’s strategy? Use student questions as the blueprint for building better units.In this final episode, Rae dives into Kevin’s clip and the brilliance behind centering instruction on what students are actually wondering. She reflects on the moments curiosity transformed her classroom—and how agency isn't a buzzword, it’s a blueprint.If you’ve ever felt boxed in by the pacing guide or stuck teaching content students couldn’t care less about, this one’s for you.And remember: Kevin is just one of 30+ educators featured in this course. Short clips. Real strategies. Ready when you are.🎉 The course is live: tdi.thinkific.com/products/courses/Hacks💸 Use code Hughart2025 for 20% off📬 Subscribe to the Substack for more: raehughart.substack.com

Part 5 of our Teacher-Tested Hacks for Smarter Days series gets to the heart of it all: your joy.In this episode, happiness coach and education consultant Kim Strobel shares a mindset shift that can help educators reclaim their identity, energy, and passion. Her message isn’t about toxic positivity—it’s about science-backed strategies for taking back what burnout tried to steal.Rae reflects on her own journey with mindset, classroom overwhelm, and the power of remembering who you are outside the lesson plan.This isn’t just about productivity. It’s about remembering you’re a human first—and that joy is part of the job, not a reward for surviving it.🛒 Grab the course and watch Kim’s clip (plus 30+ others): tdi.thinkific.com/products/courses/Hacks💸 Use code Hughart2025 for 20% off📬 Subscribe for more drops like this: raehughart.substack.com

It’s launch day—and Part 4 of our Teacher-Tested Hacks for Smarter Days series is bringing the 🎺 brass and the brilliance.This episode features award-winning educator, speaker, and musician Mickey Smith Jr., who shares his go-to classroom strategy: the PPQ Method (Passion–Practice–Questions). It’s the kind of strategy that doesn’t just work—it sings.Mickey shows how inviting students to connect their personal passions to academic practice sparks not only engagement, but identity. Rae dives into how this would’ve changed the game in her own classroom—and how Mickey’s method isn’t just motivational, it’s doable tomorrow.If you're tired of fluff and ready for practical tools with soul, this one’s for you.🎧 The full course is now live! 30+ educators. Under 8 minutes each. Classroom-tested. Time-saving. And actually useful.🛒 Enroll now: tdi.thinkific.com/products/courses/Hacks💸 Use code Hughart2025 for 20% off📬 Subscribe to stay in the loop: raehughart.substack.com

Part 3 of our 6-part spotlight series is here—and if you’ve been waiting for the mindset boost that actually hits? This is it.This episode features Timothy Alexander—better known as TA—an educator, coach, motivational speaker, and inclusion advocate whose story will absolutely stop you in your tracks. His clip, “You Can. You Will. You Must,” isn’t about strategy—it’s about belief. It's the voice in your head that says, “Keep going,” when everything around you says otherwise.Rae reflects on TA’s emotional message and how his words matter—especially for educators leading others or desperately needing someone to believe in them, too.🔑 This episode reminds us: You’re not here by accident. And you’re not out of fight.🎧 Want more? 30+ educators share real tips like this in our new course Teacher-Tested Hacks for Smarter Days—available now in the TDI Learning Hub.🛒 Enroll: tdi.thinkific.com/products/courses/Hacks💸 Use code Hughart2025 to save 20%📬 Subscribe on Substack: raehughart.substack.com

When everything feels loud, fast, and on fire—what if all you needed was one intentional minute?In Part 2 of our 6-part launch series for Teacher-Tested Hacks for Smarter Days, Rae spotlights contributor Ipek Williamson, a certified mindfulness coach and emotional wellness advocate, whose strategy—The 60-Second Reset—gives educators a calm, powerful way to pause before reacting.Rae shares her own “react vs. respond” classroom moment (you’ll feel seen), explains why this clip hit so hard, and shows how just one minute can ripple through your entire day.✨ Preview the full course now: tdi.thinkific.com/products/courses/Hacks🔑 Use code Hughart2025 to save 20%📬 Subscribe for more classroom-ready gems: raehughart.substack.comNeed a moment? This episode is your moment.