Wine with Teacher

Happy Frickin' Friday, Teachers! You've made it through another week in the classroom. Join host Ceri Sandford for interviews with the people who teach in classrooms around the world. This is a podcast that advocates for teacher wellbeing in the most realistic and relatable way possible. Raise your glass of wine (or whatever you like) for cheers at the end of every episode. You've earned it!

Wine with Chaos to Calm 05/12/2023

Wine with Chaos to Calm Chrissie is a 'Child Charmer' who you can find on Instagram who is an educator turned child behaviour expert who has been supported families and educators for more than twenty years through speaking events, books, advocacy, and consultancy. Find out more about her services here: https://www.chaostocalmconsultancy.com/ In this episode, we discussed: Chrissie's journey into child behaviour advocacy Advocating for neurodivergent students Juggling high needs without adequate support Finding a neuro-affirming trauma-informed school Celebrating cultures of compassion over compliance If you would like teacher wellbeing support 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/26819301

Wine with What Makes a "Good" Teacher 03/30/2023

Wine with What Makes a "Good" Teacher Absolutely brilliant banter with UK Teacher turned Advocate, Claire from Last year, she launched her new podcast and . Listen to our chat, breaking down an Instagram question sticker shared with more than 60,000 teachers with the prompt - "Am I the only teacher who...?" Reminder, you are a human and the expectations of your teaching should reflect that. Your best is always enough. In this season finale episode, we discussed: Ceri's journey out of the classroom Why teachers are leaving the profession Reminder: your way is the right way for you Human emotions (tears) in front of your class Addressing the individual needs of ALL your students When you know better, you will do better Designing a permission slip or personal affirmation Why the podcast is called Wine with Teacher Access to #MoreTherapyForTeachers Find out more about It's a wonderful resource for supporting behavioural needs within your classroom. Her next round is launching this April 15, 2023. I can say with confidence and experience, that this is a wonderful and informative resource focused on calmness and compassion. If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing and ADHD support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/26398023

Wine with Finding Your Forever School 03/23/2023

Wine with Finding Your Forever School Danica See is an education mentor and children's behaviour consultant. We dived into how she has been focusing on the rights of the child, the family, and the teacher in her roles, both in and out of the classroom. Big shout out to the Early Childhood Educators listening and fans of the Reggio Emilia Approach! In this episode, we discussed: Danica's journey into Early Childhood Education Shame-based behaviour "management" with kids The deafening opinions on your teaching Open-ended inquiry learning experiences Toxic workplace culture and resignation Finding your marigold school - you can do it! Unforgettable special moments with students Unlearning and relearning behaviour support Find out more about Danica's work via her Instagram where she is helping educators and parents transform how they support children's behaviour and emotional development. If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing and ADHD support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/26314917

Wine with Period Preaching 03/10/2023

Wine with Period Preaching *Language Warning* Lucy Peach is an author and folksinger, a long-time champion of the power of the menstrual cycle, and an advocate for self-love and positive-body literacy. She’s educated and empowered thousands with her theatre performances, workshops, and book, using science stories and songs to shift the period narrative in our culture from one of shame to one of pride. In this episode, we discussed: Her journey as an educator of children, parents, and adults Breaking down the phases of an average period cycle Challenging stereotypes, labels, awkwardness, shame Navigating #teacherguilt when needing the toilet Irregular cycles, hormonal imbalances, birth control Find out , , or follow her on Instagram If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/26185428

Wine with That Funny Teacher 03/02/2023

Wine with That Funny Teacher *Minor language warning for the words "crap, bloody, and penis" Haha Sarah is a hilarious teacher who joined the Wine with Teacher wellbeing club and became a good friend both in the online space and in real life. She shared with honesty and vulnerability. Please respect her sharing so openly about challenging topics like maths anxiety and navigating her dip in passion for teaching. In this episode, we discussed: Sarah's journey into teaching Imposter syndrome and maths anxiety Reigniting her passion for teaching Highlights in her classroom day to day Therapy dogs and the lovely Lady Dogs Connect and teacher wellbeing Prepare for some wholesome stories and a safe conversation where we both felt comfortable sharing with each other. As I shared on Instagram, this is one of the first conversations where I didn't edit out my oversharing. As an adult with ADHD, this is a big step when you've experienced a lot of negative feedback and messages around being too selfish by sharing to connect with and validate the other person. If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/26099355

Wine with Life After Lockdowns 02/16/2023

Wine with Life After Lockdowns Celebrating anyone who experienced the brunt of covid lockdowns at their school! You adapted and coped during a unique moment in the history of teaching. Recognise and acknowledge that you did something amazing - whatever that looked like for you and your students. Jess recounted her experiences as a teacher and as a single person who went into lockdown for months between 2020-2021. This is a vulnerable and validating story about Jess' lived experience. Please leave a review if you frickin' loved this episode as much as I did!! In this episode, we discussed: Jess' journey into teaching Shocking school shutdowns Single life during lockdown Describing the new normal Reflecting on personal growth Advice for wellbeing If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25948668

Wine with Everything, Everywhere, All At Once 02/11/2023

Wine with Everything, Everywhere, All At Once Celebrating performing arts teachers everywhere! Georgia from has done an incredible job of breaking down whole school productions and why she chose to go part-time in 2023. Please leave a review if you frickin' loved this episode as much as I did!! In this episode, we discussed: Georgia's journey from law into teaching Public perception of teaching degrees Behind the scenes of whole school productions Discussion about 'teacher workload and overtime' Changing to part-time for improved wellbeing Bloody loving teaching - but it isn't our whole identity If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25900365

Wine with Your Wellbeing Cheat Sheet 02/04/2023

Wine with Your Wellbeing Cheat Sheet Today's episode is the final Recharging Teachers Week replay. You can hear that I'm on a mission to make healthy teacher habits as easy, actionable, and realistic as possible. If you're a visual person, you can watch the . In this episode, I shared my intentions and commitments M.E.P.S - Mental, Emotional, Physical, Social Using the 5W's to set meaningful intentions Focusing on and getting clear on your WHY Making wellbeing commitments for the term Thought-provoking wellbeing questions Steal my 10 x wellbeing commitments If you would like to improve your wellbeing in 2023: Claim your special to join the wellbeing club for teachers. This is a safe space where you'll find an uplifting community of people who are making realistic lifestyle and mindset changes that give us more time, more energy, and more frickin' joy. Get your wellbeing intentions booklet Follow or DM your biggest advocate here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25827441

Wine with Easy Healthy Habits 02/01/2023

Wine with Easy Healthy Habits Today's episode is another Recharging Teachers Week replay. You can hear that I'm on a mission to make healthy teacher habits as easy, actionable, and realistic as possible. If you're a visual person, you can watch the on Instagram. In this episode, I shared the foundational habits that I teach in the club: MEPS - mental, emotional, physical, social MEDS - mindfulness, exercise, diet, sleep Releasing your stress after a busy school day The difference between input and output tasks Suggested habits to experiment with this term More Atomic Habits fangirling hahaha 1% If you would like to improve your wellbeing in 2023: Claim your special to join the wellbeing club for teachers. This is a safe space where you'll find an uplifting community of people who are making realistic lifestyle and mindset changes that give us more time, more energy, and more frickin' joy. Follow or DM your biggest advocate here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25804092

Wine with Normalising Boundaries 01/29/2023

Wine with Normalising Boundaries Today's episode breaks down how to build better boundaries as an individual and as a team that will support your wellbeing throughout this year. This episode is a replay of my Tuesday Boundaries chat. If you're a visual person, you can watch the on Instagram. In this episode, I shared boundaries tips: A big shout out to my marigold mentor, Liz Schroder! If you have a marigold teacher to shout out, please write their name in your podcast review so I can reshare and celebrate them too. What is acceptable in your team this year? What are "reasonable boundaries" for you? How accessible are you to work and parents? Who is advocating for your boundaries? What are you available for this year? Sentence starters to plan your boundaries If you would like to improve your wellbeing in 2023: Pssst...Claim your special to join the wellbeing club for teachers through a sneaky backdoor. This is a safe space where you'll find an uplifting community of people who are making realistic lifestyle and mindset changes that give us more time, more energy, and more frickin' joy. Follow or DM your biggest advocate here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25766799

Wine with Powerful Wellbeing Support 01/27/2023

Wine with Powerful Wellbeing Support Today's episode breaks down what I covered during the Recharging Teachers Week Challenge. This episode is a replay of my Monday Mindset chat. If you're a visual person, you can watch the on Instagram. These shifts have supported teachers with major transformations, like upholding guilt-free boundaries and letting go of perfectionism or people-pleasing patterns. In this episode, I shared mindset tips: Finding joy in what works for you Add *wellbeing appointments* NOW Do your best - and leave the rest hacks to remember Celebrate every little win and boundary Valuing #progressoverperfection Affirmations and non-negotiables If you would like to change your wellbeing in 2023: Follow or DM your biggest advocate here: Pssst...Claim your special to join the wellbeing club for teachers through a sneaky backdoor. This is a safe space where you'll find an uplifting community of people who are making realistic lifestyle and mindset changes that give us more time, more energy, and more frickin' joy. /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25743219

Wine with Tea and Country Teaching 01/20/2023

Wine with Tea and Country Teaching Welcome back to Wine with Teacher for another year! We are starting off with an exciting episode that is full of passion and teacher wellbeing advocacy. Leave a review if you frickin' loved this episode as much as I did!! Thank you, . In this episode, we discussed: Caitlyn's unique journey The "time-table filler" role Resigning from permanency Authentic wellbeing leadership Respecting all energy levels Teachers taking sick-leave Baking cakes for wellbeing Outsourcing possibilities Different wellbeing contexts Inquiry teaching mindset We also mentioned wellbeing advocates and If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: Get wellbeing support here: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25665522

Wine with Sticky Beak Inside My Week 12/15/2022

Wine with Sticky Beak Inside My Week For a fun end-of-year episode, I wanted to give you a sticky beak inside my week. It's a whole bunch of ADHD rambling but I am heckin' excited to share it with you all. If you've always wondered how I get ALL THE THINGS done and organise my busy brain each week. In this episode, I shared about my week: What I do Why I do what I do What I find motivating What I'm dreaming about for the future How do I stay so frickin' motivated to support teachers If you would like to receive my support in 2023, contact me below: Follow your biggest advocate here: LOVELY LINKS: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25342716

Wine with Your Future Self 12/08/2022

Wine with Your Future Self Whether you are leaving the classroom, leaving your school, or changing your role - listen to suggested sentence starters for reflecting on the last twelve months. You could chat about this with a friend or write it in your journal - think about your intentions for the new year. Perfect for every teacher who is needing a pep talk. In this episode, I shared reflective end-of-year questions: I am excited about... I am tuning into... I am letting go of... I am ready to start... I am open to... Listen and write a letter to your future self. I hope you have found... I wonder if you ever... I bet you loved... I hope you know... PS: #workloadreduction PPS: Follow your biggest advocate here: LOVELY LINKS: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25262556

Wine with Sunshine and Happy Tears 11/24/2022

Wine with Sunshine and Happy Tears If you are a teacher who is frickin' tired because - acknowledge that you've been teaching for a whole year and the kids are getting restless! Raise your glass to the year that is coming to a close - and focus on what you and your students truly need right now. In this episode, I share my personal strategies for creating sunshine: Find what works for you Keep a *sunshine folder* Create a *morning ritual* Try a *driveway decompress* Choose your *switch routine* Keep a *joy journal* [] My favourite joy journals are from: Question: Which strategy are you going to try after this episode? PS: #workloadreduction PPS: Follow your biggest advocate here: LOVELY LINKS: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25118313

Wine with Your Report Writing Break 11/17/2022

Wine with Your Report Writing Break If you are a teacher who is writing reports, I bet you could take a break for the next nine minutes to learn more about my *5M Support System* - shout out to every ADHD teacher who is figuring out what works for them. Whether you're neurodivergent or not, I bet this quick check can help you during this busy season. You're welcome to try this on your tricky brain days. In the shortest episode of WWT ever, I shared my daily 5M check: MOVE - What does your body need right now? MOOD - What could be impacting your mood? MESS - What's one little thing you could declutter? MAKE - What do you need to make right now? MIND - What does your mind need right now? Question: What if you put a timer on for 30 minutes? PS: #workloadreduction PPS: Follow your biggest advocate here: LOVELY LINKS: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/25056453

Wine with Self-Compassion 101 11/11/2022

Wine with Self-Compassion 101 If you are a teacher who is ready to switch from people-pleasing to self-compassion, this is the episode for you. I'm sharing the statements and affirmations that have worked for me. You're welcome to steal them and use them on your tricky days. If you want to share yours, email and I'll read them out in a future episode. In this episode I shared how to choose compassion over criticism: Honour Your Energy. Check Your Capacity. At What Cost? Whoopsy Daisy! Embrace Your Chaos. You Can't Be the Whole Orchestra. Make Yourself a Priority. Do Your Best and Leave the rest. "Students can't thrive if their teachers just survive." [Unteachables] PS: #workloadreduction Which one resonated with you? Let me know here: LOVELY LINKS: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24975036

Wine with *Juicy Questions* 11/04/2022

Wine with *Juicy Questions* WELL, this was a rambling return to answer your juicy questions and update you on the WHY behind Wine with Teacher. Find out exactly "how the HECK all of this started?" In this episode I passionately discussed: Honouring our energy and needs Why I started a wellbeing club Why I needed to leave teaching Why I'm protective of teachers Why I want to reduce the stress Will I go back to teaching? Find out what's next for Wine with Teacher in 2023. LOVELY LINKS: Also, *new* Instagram handle - /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24901995

Wine with Nicole Mockler 09/16/2022

Wine with Nicole Mockler Season Finale and Wellbeing Webinars Join me LIVE on zoom for FREE Monday where I'll be chatting about after-school routines to recharge your teacher battery!! *BONUS* . A whopping big thank you to , who published the article '' back in July, 2022. This research showed that "stories about teachers were disproportionately negative in their representations." In this episode we discussed: Her research on print media coverage of teachers Changing the national conversation about teachers Opinions on what teachers "should" be doing Workload Reduction > Teacher Performance Advocating for respect, change, and wellbeing LOVELY LINKS: Connect with Nicole here Discover more about /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24394041

Wine with Pevan and Sarah 09/09/2022

Wine with Pevan and Sarah Thank you to Sarah and Manny. These two are the absolutely delightful teaching duo behind . Follow along to see their behind-the-scenes antics as their national tour unfolds... In this episode we discussed: The journey to creating Pevan and Sarah How music can change your classroom Australian videos for Australian schools Cub Club aka NETFLIX for Teachers Pevan and Sarah National Tour The Sarah and Manny origin story LOVELY LINKS: Discover Pevan and Sarah's Get and bring along your class. /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24319587

Wine with Deadly Ed 09/02/2022

Wine with Deadly Ed Thank you to Josh Brown, who is one half of Deadly Ed, along with his partner Kane. Find out more about these two teachers , and follow their IG In this episode we discussed: The journey of Letting go of the fear that you'll get it wrong Honest discussion about authentic connections Advice for reaching out and creating networks Avoiding tokenistic B.S in schools Aboriginal Education for all ages and people Bridging the gap between Aboriginal-owned business Find out more about . /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24248523

Wine with Reasons to Journal 08/26/2022

Wine with Reasons to Journal Thank you to Michelle Weeks, who is a supporter, friend, and extremely approachable coach for mothers. This episode started as an interview and dived down a journal-rabbit hole. In this episode we discussed: Michelle's journey out of teaching Why we frickin' love journalling Journal for Mums COMING SOON Feelings about resigning from teaching Be the wellbeing example in your team Have you tried to journal? What if it was possible for you too? If you're ready to give it a crack, with podcast host, Ceri Sandford. LOVELY LINKS: Follow Michelle on Instagram Find out /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24171213

Wine with *Juicy Teacher Banter* 08/12/2022

Wine with *Juicy Teacher Banter* Thank you to the incredibly knowledgeable and supportive Ashleigh, who is one-half of . This episode has so much JUICY teacher banter... We discuss our hypothetical dreams and ideas for the future of education!! Do we need Admin Assistants for teachers, leaders, and principals? Do we need to differentiate staff meetings and make them more accessible to every kind of teacher's brain? In this episode we discussed: Ashleigh's journey into education Hypothetical systemic changes Individualised support for teachers Matching mentors to teachers Differentiation in staff meetings Dubai teacher work-life balance LOVELY LINKS: /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/24032937

Wine with Leaving Teaching 08/05/2022

Wine with Leaving Teaching Teachers seem to find each other like magnets! I met in an online business community that we had both joined. We connected through our shared heartbreaking decision - *leaving teaching*. In this episode we discussed: Jo's personal journey into teaching Loss of autonomy, trust, and respect Excessive assessment and data collection Inspiring leadership qualities and stories Knowing *when* it's time to leave teaching LOVELY LINKS: Learn more about Jo's support and coaching on her website Download her FREE Find wellbeing support inside the Support the vision and donate to /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23965158

Wine with Miss Richards 07/22/2022

Wine with Miss Richards Thank you to Samantha, also known as on Instagram. She is a wholesome and caring teacher from New Zealand who shares and other classroom insights. In this episode we discussed: Samantha's personal journey into teaching Supporting kids who are flying under the radar Creating a safe, loving, inclusive classroom Life as a TikTok creator LOVELY LINKS: Find wellbeing support in the Watch who are leaving teaching. /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23822585

Wine with The Unteachables 07/14/2022

Wine with The Unteachables Thank you to Claire, also known as on Instagram. She is a passionate trauma-informed educator who advocates for empowering and supporting teachers to create lasting change in their classrooms and in the lives of their students. In this episode we discussed: Claire's personal journey into teaching Real talk about supporting teachers How we can improve university courses Restorative practices and compassion Leaving behind toxic workplace culture LOVELY LINKS: Join Claire's course Download the FREE on SALE Find wellbeing support in the /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23727473

Wine with Big Exciting News 06/24/2022

Wine with Big Exciting News *LET'S PLAY A GAME!* The podcast will return again on Friday, July 15th. Are you ready for something a little different? I will be playing both HOST and GAME PLAYER in this special episode. If you already knew this was coming in 2023 - get EXCITED anyway! You can HEAR the excitement in my voice, loud and clear!! will be presented on Thursday, July 7th and Tuesday, July 12th. Both zooms are included in your ticket, as well as both replays. Join /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23526131

Wine with Burnout 06/17/2022

Wine with Burnout *The Burnout Collection* Advocating for any teacher who is drowning in the workload right now and feeling overwhelmed by the lack of support. This episode started one way and ended up in a different place. We can love teaching - and still be struggling and thinking about leaving. This is dedicated to the hundreds of teachers who have reached out to share their personal stories. Your voices and stories matter. Join /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23455961

Wine with Mrs Edgar 06/10/2022

Wine with Mrs Edgar *A GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to Jo from . for sharing about her personal journey from primary school teacher to well-known Mrs Edgar's Planner brand. In this episode we discussed: The magic of Mrs Edgars Planners Journey into and out of teaching Taking the leap into business Advice for teacher-business dreamers Respect for all artist collaborations LOVELY LINKS: Read more about the Find your Join the /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23383016

Wine with Twenty Something Art Teacher 06/02/2022

Wine with Twenty Something Art Teacher *A GOLDEN TEACHER INTERVIEW* Thank you to Samara from . She has been teaching for seven years in secondary schools around New Zealand. In this episode we discussed: Journey into teaching The Arts Gratitude for secondary students Benefits of moving schools Sharing lessons on social media Student wellbeing and digital devices LOVELY LINKS: Download. Join the /episode/index/show/winewithteacher/id/23304806

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