121. Teacher Guilt Is Lying to You: Let Go of Back-to-School Guilt and Move Forward

 Episode SummaryAs summer comes to an end, are you carrying guilt into the new school year?Maybe you feel guilty that you didn't get enough work done. Or you worked too much? Or that you didn't spend enough quality time with your family. Maybe you didn't rest enough...or maybe you rested so much that now you feel behind.If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.In today's conversation, I'm sharing a simple mindset shift that has helped me stop carrying guilt for all the things I should have done and start focusing on what actually matters.You'll learn why guilt isn't proof that you're a good teacher or a good parent, why our brains naturally create "should" thinking, and one powerful question that can help you move forward with intention instead of self-criticism.If you're ready to begin this school year without carrying the weight of a "perfect" summer that never existed, press play.In This Episode, You'll Learn: 🔹 Why so many teachers feel guilty at the end of summer 🔹 Where "should" thinking comes from—and why it keeps us stuck 🔹 The difference between learning from the past and living in it  🔹 A simple question that shifts you from guilt to intentional action 🔹 How to start the school year feeling lighter instead of weighed downMentioned in This Episode🎓 Free Workshop: How to Have Your Best School Year YetWant to learn the internal skills that help teachers stay calm, resilient, and emotionally steady throughout the school year? Reserve your free spot using the link below.Click HERE to Register!Connect with BrennaWebsite: brennanelsoncoaching.comInstagram: @next.level.teacherIf this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, or share it with another teacher who's feeling the pressure of back-to-school season.