Some of the most powerful joy in our lives comes from the smallest moments. This episode explores disproportionate joy, the simple things that bring an outsized sense of happiness and calm. As you move through your week, notice what brings you joy beyond reason and see how those moments begin to multiply.

As winter stretches on and energy feels low, Tina reflects on a powerful reminder: showing up matters. Inspired by the phrase “always go to the funeral,” this episode explores presence, social wellness, and the quiet impact of being there for others, especially when it’s uncomfortable or inconvenient. A gentle invitation to notice who might need you right now and to remember that presence is never wasted.

In this episode, Tina shares a few of her favorite everyday things, simple items that bring comfort, creativity, and quiet joy. From journals and pens to pencils and stickers, this is an invitation to notice the small rituals that support everyday wellness and to reflect on what your own favorite things might be.

In this follow-up episode, Tina shares what her recent reading retreat with her best friend actually looked like, from cozy reading sessions and movement breaks to bookstores, dance parties, and deep connection. If you’ve ever dreamed about planning a retreat but weren’t sure where to start, this episode offers inspiration and a gentle nudge to design something nourishing for yourself in 2026.

This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter as Self-Care for Educators becomes Everyday Wellness with Dr. Tina H. Boogren. Tina shares the heart behind the shift, honoring educators while widening the circle to include all humans who give a lot of themselves. This episode sets the tone for a year rooted in compassion, realism, and everyday practices that help us feel more like ourselves.

Tina invites you into a gentle end-of-year emotional audit to close out 2025 with intention, softness, and care. You’ll pause, breathe, and reflect on what surprised you, what strengthened you, what you want to carry forward, and your best hope for your January self in 2026. Think of it as a simple ritual to bring your heart, mind, and nervous system a little closer together before the new year begins.

This week, Tina invites us into a gentle December reset with one of her favorite practices: the permission slip. Borrowed from Brené Brown, the permission slip is a simple but powerful way to meet this busy season with more ease, honesty, and compassion. This is your moment to pause, reset, and honor what you need during one of the toughest stretches of the school year.

In this episode, Tina introduces an emotional checkpoint: a short, mindful pause to identify how you’re feeling, where you feel it, and what you need next. Checking in even once or twice a day can interrupt stress and build resilience during the December rush. It’s a small shift with big impact.

In this episode, Tina offers a gentle alternative to pushing through the stress of December. With only three minutes a day, you can reset your breath, recognize one thing that went right, and set a small intention for tomorrow. This tiny pause can create a lot more space than you think.

This week, Tina explores surprising research showing that just a few minutes of inspirational video each day can lower stress for days afterward. Paired with a feel-good daily newsletter, it's a small practice with big impact. If meditation feels hard right now, this might be the simple alternative you need.

This week, Tina shares a small favor that would mean a great deal to her as she continues serving educators. She also offers a joyful update about the brand new second edition of The Beginning Teacher’s Field Guide. She invites listeners into a moment of honesty, appreciation, and celebration.

Dr. Tina Boogren shares the power of the one song reset. Whether you dance, sing, or just listen with intention, one song can interrupt stress, boost dopamine, and help you start fresh. Quick, free, and always available, this reset can transform your day in just a few minutes.

Dr. Tina Boogren explores the power of freudenfreude—the genuine joy we feel when we celebrate someone else’s success or happiness. This week’s invitation encourages you to look for moments of joy in others, share in their wins, and notice how doing so lifts your own spirit, builds connection, and spreads positivity.

In this episode, Dr. Tina Boogren invites educators to slow down and practice a two word check in. By pausing to name how you’re really feeling in just two words, you build self-awareness, calm your nervous system, and make space for empathy and connection. It’s a small habit with a big impact on your well-being.

In this episode, Dr. Tina Boogren invites educators to try creating a stop-doing list and identify what to let go as a way to reduce stress and calm the nervous system. Instead of adding more to your plate, learn how letting go can restore balance, focus, and wellbeing.

In this episode, Dr.  Boogren shares her excitement about planning a reading retreat—a weekend getaway devoted entirely to rest, reflection, and the joy of getting lost in good books. Listeners are invited to consider creating their own kind of retreat—whether it’s for reading, writing, hiking, crafting, or simply being still—to rediscover the power of having something peaceful and meaningful to look forward to.

This week on Self-Care for Educators, Tina invites you to try a simple but powerful strategy: the mealtime intermission. Instead of rushing through your food while multitasking, pause halfway through one meal and give yourself a full minute to check in with your body. This small shift can help you slow down, enjoy your food, and reconnect with how you feel.

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We’ve made it to 200 episodes! In this special celebration, Tina shares her gratitude for the Self-Care for Educators community, reflects on the podcast’s journey, and offers an exclusive listener discount.

Wellness doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, Tina invites you to try one small ritual that can make a big difference: drinking water first thing in the morning. Learn how pairing this habit with daily routines helps you stay consistent, energized, and aligned with how you want to feel.