Everyday Wellness with Dr. Tina H. Boogren (formerly Self-Care for Educators)

Episode 5: Eat Slowly

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Squad explores a practice to cut back on mindless eating. Your health matters! For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy C...

Episode 4: Revisiting Your Morning Routine

24 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren calls on the Squad to be more purposeful with how they start their day. Reap the rewards of joy. For episode resources, see Sel...

Episode 3: Create Your 23-24 Playlist.

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's better than having music that perfectly uplifts your vibe? This week, the Squad carefully curates their tunes. For episode resources, see ...

Episode 2: Take a Walk!

10 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Boogren challenges the Squad to a short and sweet activity that can have major benefits. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Musi...

Episode 1: How Do You Want to Feel This Year?

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you believe the new school year is here? This week, Dr. Boogren encourages the Squad to enter the new year with intention. For episode resources, ...

Episode 35: Hello Summer

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Season three comes to a close. Dr. Boogren encourages the Squad with some gentle reminders for the break. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducat...

Episode 34: Loving Our Bodies

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren reveals some startling statistics and some challenges for the Squad to help live our best lives. For episode resources, see Sel...

Episode 33: Design Your Summer.

07 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The summer is here or close by for most of the Squad. Let's take some time this week to design a summer break worth remembering! For episode reso...

Episode 32: Create Your Vision Board.

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Dr. Boogren reflects on an activity she personally completed recently. Could this be a successful strategy for the Squad, as well? For episo...

Episode 31: A Very Special Challenge

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we think about the primacy-recency effect as the school year comes to an end, Dr. Boogren challenges the Squad to challenge themselves. How can we ...

Episode 30: Mind Your UPEs.

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

These last few weeks of the school year, as Spring rolls in, and we think about finishing the school year strong, we want to remind ourselves of the i...

Episode 29: Revisiting Your Morning Routine

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Self-Care Squad revisits the art of crafting a morning routine that better prepares you to master your day. For episode resources, see ...

Episode 28: Shut Down Those Socials!

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to better tailor their activity online to something more conducive to positive mental health. Fo...

Episode 27: Join Us!

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Boogren at the Educator Renewal for Student Achievement Institute to continue your educator wellness journey! For episode resources, see Self...

Episode 26: Discipline Over Willpower

19 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between discipline and willpower? We know willpower is a finite thing, but what steps can we take to maintain the disciplin...

Episode 25: Eat Until Satisfied.

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I like big portions, and I cannot lie. But, I'm also committed to doing what helps me live my best life. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEd...

Episode 24: LYBL, Really!

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Recently, Dr. Boogren had to make a challenging decision--go with the crowd or be defiantly joyful. Now, the Self-Care Squad is put to the test! For e...

Episode 23: Genuine Compliments

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's invitation was inspired by a Denverite who really knows how to make someone's day. Now Dr. Boogren is passing it on! For episode...

Episode 22: Find Your Guiding Quote.

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we revisit a challenge that can help reinspire and redirect the Self-Care Squad. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music...

Episode 21: App Limits

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren reveals a challenge she's set for herself. Will it also help you? For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Mus...

Episode 20: A Little More, A Little Better

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to dial up the intensity of some of our efforts to get just a tiny bit better. For episode resou...

Episode 19: Reducing Impulsivity

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Self-Care Squad is challenged by a simple, yet effective strategy for reducing those impulse decisions. For episode resources, see Self...

Episode 18: (No) Quitter's Day

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 This week, Dr. Boogren helps us reframe our stumbles and inspires us to keep moving forward. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Mu...

Episode 17: Enthusiastic Anticipation

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's just something so awesome about having something we get to look forward to, to build the enthusiastic anticipation for. Something we know...

Episode 16: How Do I Want To Feel Today?

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 Happy New Year! Dr. Boogren kicks off the new year by asking one really important question: How do you want to feel today? For episode resources, se...

Episode 15: Sacred Rest, Part III

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren wraps up the Sacred Rest series by presenting the final types of rest. We'll see you again in 2023! For episode resources,...

Episode 14: Sacred Rest, Part II

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week Dr. Boogren presents part 2 of the Sacred Rest series with additional tenents to inspire your team. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEd...

Episode 13: Sacred Rest, Part I

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week Dr. Boogren is introducing the beginning of a three part series on rest that will inspire every member of your team from the newbies to the ...

Episode 12: Grateful For You!

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're feeling extra grateful for this community and the ways you make the world around you so much better! For episode resources, see ...

Episode 11: The 3 S's

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren explores the 3 S's and how they help us better strategize how we will achieve our collective goal: to live our best lives....

Episode 10: Bedtime Revenge

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are more sustainable, healthy ways to approach our "off the clock" hours? For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: H...

Episode 9: I Feel ...

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren describes a reflection activity that can help us better uncover things that are positively adding to our lives or making us fee...

Episode 8: Be Where You Are

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

That's it. Right where you are. In this present moment. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane...

Episode 7: One Small Thing

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes teeny, tiny, itty bitty, little actions make the biggest sustainable changes. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Ha...

Episode 6: Banning Burnout

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a really challenging time of the year for educators. We're here for you, we support you, and we encourage you to ban burnout in order to ...

Episode 5: The Last 90 Days

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How are we in the last 90 days of 2022 already? This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Squad to some reflection. For episode resources, see SelfCareFor...

Episode 4: Wonderful White Space

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: This episode may cause discomfort for our beloved Type As. We're cheering for you! For episode resources, see SelfCareEducators.com. Mus...

Episode 3: Morning Sunlight

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 "Oh look! Another glorious morning! Makes me content."  Does it get better than that? For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com...

Episode 2: Remember Your BAMs

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's challenge can be beneficial for the individual educator, their teams, their students, and their families. Does it get better than tha...

Episode 1: Surviving the Season with Self-Care

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back for Season 3! This week we're diving right back into our important work for our bodies and our minds. Dr. Boogren asks, "how do...

Episode 37: Creating Spaces

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

That's a wrap! This week, Dr. Boogren gives the Squad their biggest challenge yet. Check out the swag at https://bit.ly/SelfCareMerch. For episod...

Episode 36: Ta-Da! You've Done It!

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren celebrates YOU, and encourages you to join in on the love. Check out the swag at https://bit.ly/SelfCareMerch. For episode reso...

Episode 35: Are You Game Day Ready?

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're warming up, putting our game faces on, and charging into the end of the school year. Check out the swag at https://bit.ly/SelfCa...

Episode 34: The Primacy-Recency Effect

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Squad answers thought-provoking questions that will help guide the rest of the school year. Check out the swag at https://bit.ly/SelfCa...

Episode 33: [Un]Comfortably Numb

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Squad cuts some of the crud that makes us mindlessly, endlessly, comfortably numb. What can we more thoughtfully fill ourselves with? C...

Episode 32: Our Weekly Reflection

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Squad challenges their good and bad habits. What do we carry forward? Check out the swag at https://bit.ly/SelfCareMerch. For episode r...

Episode 31: Creating a Nighttime Ritual

17 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren emphasizes the importance of a nighttime ritual and suggests steps to help you curate better, healthier sleep. Check out the sw...

Episode 30: Curate Your Enthusiasm.

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to show up for our students and peers a little differently. Check out the swag at https://bit.ly...

Episode 29: Purposeful Pleasure

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to be more purposeful with their pleasure by making the conscious choice to swap unhappy habits ...

Episode 28: Our Bodies Win

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Self-Care merch is finally here! Check out the swag at https://bit.ly/SelfCareMerch while you're taking the much deserved rest Dr. Boogren gives ...

Episode 27: Avoiding the Sunday Scaries

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Self-Care Squad shares ways they avoid the Sunday Scaries. Listen to see what might help you walk into Monday with a little less dread....

Episode 26: To: You. Love: T.

13 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren invites the Self-Care Squad to take part in some fantastic professional development opportunities. For episode resources, see S...

Episode 25: Plan. Prep. Prepare.

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we feel better, we show up differently. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane Ivers - https:/...

Episode 24: Freudenfreude

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"More freudenfreude, less schadenfreude." --Brené Brown. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele b...

Episode 23: Take the Easy Way.

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren gives the Self-Care Squad grace to just take the easy way out. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happ...

Episode 22: Drink the Stupid Water.

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Squad to an easier self-care goal that can make major positive change. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEdu...

Episode 21: Beating the February Blues

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we settle into the coldest part of the year, many of us are feeling a bit ho-hum. This week, Dr. Boogren encourages the squad with an invitation th...

Episode 20: Just Because You're Worth It

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren shares an initiative that could bring some recurring moments of joy. And what's better than that? For episode resources, s...

Episode 19: Recommit.

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Recommit. Reiterate. Renew. Rededicate. Reaffirm. Return. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane Iv...

Episode 18: Find Your Squad

16 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren inspires the Self-Care Squad with some personal stories that have significantly helped her accomplish big goals. For episode re...

Episode 17: Our Daily Rest

09 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Squad takes inspiration from Gretchen Rubin's challenge for 2022. It's time for some R&R. For episode resources, see Self...

Episode 16: Intentions for 2022

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's ring in the new year and set ourselves up for success in 2022! For episode resources, visit www.SelfCareforEducators.com. Music: Happy Clap...

Episode 15: Sweet Sabbatical

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We must maximize our time for self-care this winter break. This week, Dr. Boogren provides some gentle encouragement to accomplish this. For episode r...

Episode 14: An Uninterrupted Lunch

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Squad to avoid a very tempting bad habit. Let's give ourselves time to recharge and tell teacher guilt to w...

Episode 13: Find. Record. Fill.

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Squad focuses on a simple task that can trick our brains into reliving happy, happy moments. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEduca...

Episode 12: Gratitude, Gratitude, Gratitude!

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, let's be a little kinder to ourselves and sink into this little respite with some awesome reflection. For episode resources, see SelfC...

Episode 11: Subscribing to Self-Care

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Extra! Extra! Dr. Boogren wants the Squad to subscribe to some relaxing self-care this week. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Musi...

Episode 10: Clean Out Your Closet.

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Squad accomplishes two amazing tasks: doing something great for yourself and doing something equally amazing for others! For episode re...

Episode 9: Go to Bed.

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we visit level one of Maslow's hierarchy with a pretty simple, yet sometimes very challenging, nudge from Dr. Boogren. For episode res...

Episode 8: Celebrate Yourself.

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Reach your esteem needs with some self-reflection through this week's unique initiative. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Mus...

Episode 7: Read.

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren gives the Squad a really simple challenge that can have the biggest rewards. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.co...

Episode 6: The Last 90 Days

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How is it possible that there are only 90 days left in 2021? This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Squad to do some reflection and preparation for the...

Episode 5: Basking in the Beauty of Self-Care September

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we explore some of the ways the Squad has been celebrating Self-Care September. To be a part of the conversation, visit www.facebook.com/se...

Episode 4: Warm Hellos and Genuine Goodbyes

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren inspires the Self-Care Squad with genius ideas from Gretchen Rubin. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music:...

Episode 3: Eat Without Distractions.

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're revisiting an old habit that dies hard. With a little more intentionality, the Self-Care Squad will be on their way to happier a...

Episode 2: 22.4.2022

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's deep dive back into creating lives we don't need to escape from. This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to create their...

Episode 1: Prioritizing LYBL

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back, baby! This week, Dr. Boogren kicks off season two with a gentle reminder to LYBL—Live Your Best Life.  For episode resources, see ...

Episode 52: Podcast's Out For the Summer

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's give ourselves some breathing room. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane Ivers - https...

Episode 51: Create Your Summer Bucket List.

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's slip into our summer brains and think about all the things we really want to accomplish in the upcoming months. For episode resources, see ...

Episode 50: Create a Travel Ritual.

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It almost feels like we're back in 2019, with the hustle and bustle of cities and airports seeming to get back to normal. This week, Dr. Boogren ...

Episode 49: What Do You Want to Hold On To?

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's a reflective week for the Self-Care Squad. As we move into a post-pandemic era, Dr. Boogren raises some thought-provoking questions. For epi...

Episode 48: Reach Out.

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Self-Care Squad will be tapping into those feelings of connection and altruism. Warning: This episode will make you feel really good. Fo...

Episode 47: Looking Out For the Unexpected

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's add some curiosity to our routines. This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to seek out the unexpected. For episode resources...

Episode 46: An Evening Ritual

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges her listeners to develop sacred evening rituals that provide purpose and intention to that window of time between wo...

Episode 45: A Hand to Calm Me

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren introduces another breathing technique to help bring calm. This trick is so simple, it could be used in any classroom! For epis...

Episode 44: It's a Great Day to Have a Great Day.

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren inspires the Self-Care Squad to rejoice in the teeny, tiny, little good things. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators...

Episode 43: Take It Outside.

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"I go to nature every day for inspiration in the day's work." —Frank Lloyd Wright; For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.co...

Episode 42: A Little More Intentionality, A Little Less Chaos Please.

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Remember last summer break? Let's make this one a little better. This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to be more intentional wit...

Episode 41: Find Your Guiding Quote.

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to get inspired and uplifted. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy ...

Episode 40: Setting an Intention

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

“When you set an intention, you’re likely to make choices that support it—in what you do or think. You might forget all about your intention tod...

Episode 39: Out With the Old.

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Toss it. Donate it. Declutter it. Give yourself room to breathe. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by S...

Episode 38: A Little R.E.S.P.I.T.E

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it can feel like we're running 1,000 miles an hour. This week, Dr. Boogren discusses the importance of giving your body and your brain ...

Episode 37: Perfecting Pomodoro

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode provides some strategies for climbing out of the rabbit hole and avoiding the do-everything-except-work spiral. Dr. Boogren d...

Listener Episode 2: Overcoming Teacher Guilt

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this new listener episode, Dr. Boogren provides advice on responding to teacher guilt. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: ...

Episode 35: Twinkle Lights and Bursts of Joy

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Twinkle lights are the perfect metaphor for joy ..." —Brené Brown. For episode resources, see SelfCareForEducators.com. Music: Happy Cla...

Listener Episode 1: Responding to That Negativity

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren will be doing something a bit different. Explore responses to negative feedback on your self-care practices, inspired by some l...

Episode 33: Burn the Candles.

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's the silly, guilty pleasure you always deny yourself? This week, Dr. Boogren shares hers and encourages the Self-Care Squad to just burn th...

Episode 32: Walk-And-Talk

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren challenges the Self-Care Squad to strengthen our relationships and our bodies. As always, this simple challenge can reap brilli...

Episode 31: Do You Have a Second?

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Dr. Boogren shares a simple tool for recording gratitude, milestones, and more. What can you do with just one second every day? For episode...

Episode 30: #SquadGoals

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Squad: /skowd/ (noun). 1. any small group or party of persons engaged in a common enterprise 2. an informal group of individuals with a common goal an...