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 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 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.