ED On Purpose | A Teacher Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dustin Drake and James Sparks
The ED On Purpose Podcast focuses on teacher well-being. Too many teachers are burnt out, depressed, and anxious. Our promise is to uplift and support you on your path to being a teacher full of purpose, passion, and, most importantly, HOPE.
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In part 2, Guests Sarah and Alicia share some of their highs and lows as teachers. They also provide some great insights for overcoming the burnout and challenges faced by teachers everywhere.
Be sure to check out Part 1 of the Lit Think Podcast HOPE Episodes.
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In this HOPE (Highlighting On Purpose Educators) episode, get to know the hosts behind the always excellent Lit Think Podcast. Learn where they've been as teachers and what keeps them going through the adversity that often accompanies a career in education. Pay attention as these two inspire us with their friendship. You can find the Lit Think Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and follow them on Insta: @litthinkpodcast. Stay tuned for Part 2 of our interview with these On Purpose Educators.
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We are our own worst enemies when we hold ourselves to unrealistic expectations. Some days it is just fine to go to work and get the job done. In this episode, Dustin and James cover some of the ways that teachers can combat perfectionism and move into a healthier space.
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Dustin and James provide an update of what is new in their lives. Listen in as they share professional and personal updates that have taken place recently. Gear up for the rest of Season 3. You won't want to miss it.
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For how much we all want to be happy, we don't understand this emotion very well. In this episode, James and Dustin become to uncover the complexities of happiness. Listen for some new insights and perhaps some guidance on how to increase your level of happiness in your life.
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Isolation should be the opposite of your teaching experience, but oftentimes, teachers feel overwhelming isolation in the most social career. In this episode, James and Dustin go over ways that you may feel isolated and some tips for feeling more connected. Sometimes, just recognizing that others feel the same way as you can make a world of difference.
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James and Dustin share 6 ways that teachers might be harming their careers. Listen in on these tips to find out ways to avoid these common pitfalls.
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James and Dustin discuss common teacher insecurities and how to manage them. Listen in to get some great advice on how to use your insecurities to improve your practice as a classroom teacher.
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Could you use more confidence in the classroom? This episode shares the Hows and Whys of building confidence as a teacher. Confidence is an essential component for any On Purpose Educator.
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Would you like to know more about discipline? We cover many tips and insights into the importance of discipline in your classroom and personal life. How can discipline help you accomplish more?
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Dustin and James provide a quick overview of the WE HOPE Model and discuss the role that Hope plays in self-improvement. Find out new ways to develop habits that help you be a more hopeful person and teacher.
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It is time for another HOPE Episode! Our On Purpose Educator today is Gabby Young. Gabby shares her wealth of knowledge on how to find purpose and clarity in your teaching approach. Her story is inspiring, and her advice can be applied to any teacher in any context.
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James and Dustin cover some simple ideas for maintaining a better work-life balance. Finding your life outside of being a teacher can be tough, but these suggestions can help get you to where you are thriving inside and outside of work.
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Listen in as On Purpose Educator Tracee McDonald shares her story and provides some great advice to avoid teacher burnout and make it through your toughest days.
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Learn a few ways to reduce your workload through organizing. Dustin and James share a few ways that they use organization techniques to improve their efficacy as classroom teachers.
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Welcome to Season 2 of the ED On Purpose Podcast. We will be publishing a new episode every Monday for the next 12 weeks. Join us for lots of tips and ideas on how to live a more purpose-driven life and realize your goals of becoming an On Purpose Educator. In this episode, we go over our favorite strategies that will increase student engagement. We also provide ideas on how to implement these strategies while also decreasing your workload. Reach out to us with any questions or comments. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share.
In this HOPE Episode, Dustin and James listen to Derek discuss his teacher journey. Follow along with Derek's ups and downs. We hope you are inspired by Derek and his insights into finding joy in the teaching profession.
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We are back with a new episode. Dustin and James give some quick ideas on how you can recharge and rejuvenate before summer ends. Give yourself an opportunity to refocus your efforts by taking advantage of the final weeks of summer. Be sure to like, comment, share, subscribe, and leave us a killer review.
James and Dustin recommend 4 books for your reading pleasure. Keep the conversation going by recommending some books that you think teachers would enjoy during Summer break. Don't forget to subscribe and follow ED On Purpose on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
In this HOPE Episode, Dustin and James speak with Ryan, an On Purpose Educator who is passionate about bringing high-quality instruction to all students. Ryan is a high school teacher and coach who loves what he does and wants to share his message to help empower teachers to be the best they can be.
In this episode, Dustin and James share a few stories from their teaching careers where they readily recognized that they were having an impact on the students' lives. Listen in and get some ideas on how to recognize the impact you have. Don't forget to comment, share, and subscribe.
Listen in as Robert describes his teacher story. Learn how he went from a struggling teacher to an On Purpose educator.
In this episode, James and Dustin share 10 ideas that will help you and your students remain energized, engaged, and excited about teaching until the first days of summer.
HOPE Episodes are where we Highlight On Purpose Educators. This week, we are highlighting Launa, who is an incredible educator. Find out more about Launa's teaching story and how she faces her toughest challenges.
HOPE Episodes are where we Highlight On Purpose Educators. This week, we are highlighting one of our own here at the ED On Purpose Podcast: Dustin. Find out more about Dustin's teaching story and the aspects of the WE HOPE Model that he uses when facing difficult challenges as a teacher.
One of the best ways to get the self-care that you need is through building up others. In this episode, we focus on how we can edify ourselves by edifying others.
The P of the WE HOPE Model is Perspective. As we work toward better self-care, we have to always keep our thoughts, emotions, and actions in perspective. In the episode, we focus on being mindful as a way to improve our outlook and relationships, all while maintaining a growth mindset for ourselves and our students.
In this episode, we delve deeper into the ways that habits run our lives and can be used to improve our mental well-being.
The starting point for implementing real change in our self-care model is Energy. Burnout is often a result of focusing on the wrong aspects of self-care. Managing energy instead of time or production will better shape you into the fulfilled person that you hope to become.
In this episode of the ED On Purpose Podcast, we explore the first component of the WE HOPE Model in more depth. W stands for Worth. Without a belief that you are worth the effort and worthy of positive outcomes in your life, we lose hope fast. Find out more by listening to the latest episode and subscribing.
This episode is a quick overview of the WE HOPE Model. We believe that hope is the foundation for moving forward with any self-improvement. The WE HOPE Model is a systematic approach to have purpose and accomplish your goals. The WE HOPE Model is a simple acronym with six components: Worth, Energy, Habit, Opportunity, Perspective, Edify. Find out more as you listen to the episode.
Our HOPE episodes are where we Highlight On Purpose Educators, and this is the first one. Follow us through the process of writing a purpose statement. James and Dustin walk Emily through the process. Listen to the episode on our site, edonpurpose.com and don't forget to subscribe.
James and Dustin walk you through the process of drafting a 'Why' statement. Defining your purpose will be key in identifying the difference you really want to make as a teacher.
In this episode, the ED On Purpose team provides an introduction to the hosts, the EOP Purpose, and the WE HOPE Model. All of these resources are designed to fortify and connect educators.