In this episode of The Education Connection, I share an honest look at what it feels like to hit summer break and still feel completely drained—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Three days in, and the rest hasn’t kicked in yet. Sound familiar?

We’ll talk about:

• Why post-year exhaustion is deeper than just being “tired”
• Simple, soul-filling ways to rest without guilt
• A quick devotional from Matthew 11:28 to remind us we’re not meant to carry it all
• And how Mel Robbins’ 5-Second Rule might just help when it’s time to slowly ease back into motion

If you’re feeling worn out instead of refreshed, this episode is your permission slip to pause. You’ve done enough. Let this be your gentle reminder: real rest takes time—and you deserve it.

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🎙️ New Episode: 4 Days to Go — Ending the Year with Fun Games & Heart

It’s the final countdown! 🗓️ Only four days left for me, and if you’re running on fumes, this one’s for you, teacher friend. 💛 Let’s wrap up the year with laughter, love, and a few no-prep games that’ll keep kids happy (and you sane).

✨ Plus, I’m sharing a word of encouragement straight from Galatians 6:9 to help you finish strong — heart full, not burnt out.

✅ Inside this episode:

☑️ Low-prep classroom games 🎨

☑️ Crowd-pleasing favorites like Silent Ball & Trashcan Basketball 🏀

☑️ Two new fun ideas: Guess Who Left the Room & Partner Drawing Challenge 🙈🖍️

☑️ End-of-year reflection questions that build connection 🗣️💬

☑️ A devotional reminder that your work is seen and it matters 🌱

👩‍🏫 Whether you're planning activities, packing up your classroom, or holding back tears — this episode will lift your spirit and give you what you need to end the year well.

🎧 Tune in wherever you get your podcasts — and don’t forget to share it with a teacher friend who could use a little joy this week!

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How to Help Your First Grader Make the Leap to 2nd Grade

📚 Is your child or class moving from 1st to 2nd grade? In this episode, we're breaking down the big academic jumps in both math ➕ and language arts

✏️—from place value and problem solving to reading stamina and paragraph writing. You'll get clear insight into what changes, why it matters, and how to support learning over the summer 🌞.

Whether you're a teacher wrapping up the year or a parent prepping for a confident start, this one's packed with practical tips and a whole lot of encouragement 💛.

🎧 Let’s get them ready—without the stress!

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