Hey friends! We're back with an insightful chat about finding meaning and purpose even amidst burnout. Andrew Lang joins host @loriadams-brown as an educator who overcame his own career exhaustion to now guide teachers in connecting inner work with activism. We unpack the systemic issues causing teacher burnout and discuss practices like somatic exercises, values clarification, and dismantling unhelpful narratives. Andrew shares vulnerable stories of teachers reclaiming happiness and tips for grounding ourselves during dysregulation. We also nerd out on the healing power of poetry! Ultimately this conversation explores how to stay curious, creative and courageous despite the strains of this work. I'd love to hear your biggest takeaways in the comments! And if you want to join Andrew's inner work cohort for some personal development, check the link below.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Cultivate inner peace and resilience through transformative inner work practices.
Discover the profound impact of somatic exercises on mental well-being and emotional balance.
Enhance your resilience and well-being through personal development strategies tailored for educators.
Unleash the power of creativity for emotional healing and self-discovery.
Equip yourself with effective strategies to navigate and prevent educator burnout.
My special guest is Andrew Lang
Andrew Lang, an experienced educator and author, is renowned for his work in promoting personal and professional growth. As the lead facilitator of the inner work cohort and an alumnus of Richard Rohr's living School for Action and Contemplation, Lang brings a wealth of knowledge in inner work practices for educators. His extensive experience in navigating burnout and his dedication to enhancing resilience through personal development make him a highly respected figure in the education space. With a focus on utilizing creativity for emotional healing and providing strategies to navigate educator burnout, Lang's expertise is instrumental in fostering well-being and personal growth within the educational community. https://www.andrewglang.com/
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 - Introduction and Sponsorship by Betterhelp
00:03:53 - Andrew's Journey as an Educator
00:09:55 - Posture Shift and Personal Development
00:12:08 - Impact of the System on Educators
00:13:25 - Transformation and Inspiring Stories
00:14:45 - The Impact of Narratives
00:16:36 - Shifting Responsibilities
00:20:22 - Unpacking Cultural Narratives
00:24:47 - Fear of Change
00:26:33 - The Practice of Resilience
00:29:56 - Grounding Practices for Wellness and Resilience
00:30:53 - Impact of Somatics and Trauma
00:32:48 - Providing Tools for Healing
00:35:31 - The Power of Poetry and Music
00:43:08 - Inner Work Cohort and Practice-Oriented Learning
00:44:22 - Embracing the Journey Together
00:44:49 - Integration of Learnings
00:46:09 - Exclusive Deep Dive
00:47:06 - Appreciation for Educators
00:48:28 - Summer Break and Refreshment
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Join Andrew Lang's inner work cohort by visiting his website at www.andrewglang.com to find a practice that fits your body and lifestyle and walk together for 30 days with a daily practice, workshops, and check-ins with a cohort of 15 to 20 folks.
Follow Andrew Lang on Instagram for regular updates, insights, and resources related to inner work, somatics, and personal development.
Check out Resmaa Menakem's work, a trauma specialist focusing on the impacts of white body supremacy in the United States, for valuable insights and resources on healing and personal development. Read My Grandmother's Hands.
Explore Mirabai Starr's book Wild Mercy: Living the Fierce and Tender Wisdom of the Women Mystics for a poetic and spiritual journey that opens up new perspectives and insights.
Read Gabor Maté, The Myth of Normal
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