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.

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.

Self-care doesn’t always mean big, sweeping changes. Sometimes it’s about the small daily choices that make us feel our best. Join Dr. Tina Boogren for encouragement, reflection, and a fun new way to show your Self-Care Squad pride.

In this episode, Dr. Tina Boogren shares how small acts of kindness, can boost your mood and spread positivity to others.

This episode invites you to focus on finding a physical, mental, and spiritual or social win each day to boost your well-being.

This episode invites you to explore a simple 30-day challenge to add joy, ease, or intention to your December without adding to your list.

Step out of your comfort zone by engaging in small, meaningful interactions with strangers to foster connection and brighten everyday moment

Dr. Boogren invites educators to bring the relaxation and joy of a vacation into their weekends by finding small, intentional ways

This week, Dr. Boogren brings back an oldie but a goodie to remind the Squad to show themselves some compassion for all the things we ...

This week, Dr. Boogren presents Part 1 of her takeaways from Dr. Laurie Santos' presentation on why happiness matters.

This week, the Squad is encouraged to PLAY! Take note of how you feel after purposefully moving stress out of your body!

Dr. Boogren encourages the Squad to put something on the books that we can look forward to.

This week's invitation builds off of last week, motivating the Squad to get even more prepared for the new year.

Sometimes personal wellness means we have to say no to things we really want to do.

This time of the year is such an awesome time to resonate on the amazing things life puts in our paths.

Dr. Boogren presents a simple, fun initiative this week to inspire, entertain, and/or relax.

What's better than having music that perfectly uplifts your vibe? This week, the Squad carefully curates their tunes.