Accept things As They Are

Welcome to The Inspired Teacher Podcast! In our last episode, we explored Michael Gervais’ idea of being at peace with who you are while still striving for growth, and today, I want to dive even deeper into that journey. This week, I faced two personal challenges that reminded me just how far I have to go: being judgmental and constantly comparing expectations to reality. Both came to the forefront during our whirlwind three-day parent-teacher conference schedule, where my stress amplified these habits. I’ll share how Epictetus’ wisdom from The Enchiridion—"Wish for things to happen as they do, and you will have a tranquil flow of life"—helped me reframe these moments. We’ll explore why comparison and control can lead us astray, how I tried to navigate my disrupted routines, and what we can all learn about rolling with life’s unpredictability. Let’s get inspired together to embrace what is, rather than what we wish it to be!