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June 5, 2024

Navigating Burnout Through Inner Work with Andrew Lang

Navigating Burnout Through Inner Work with Andrew Lang

An Educator and Author's Journey to Healing

If you're feeling overwhelmed and burnt out from the demands of the education system, then you are not alone! Many educators find themselves struggling to navigate the pressures of teaching and managing their own well-being in the midst of it all. The constant juggling act of meeting expectations, dealing with student needs, and managing personal stress can leave you feeling exhausted and depleted. If you're looking for a way to break free from this cycle and find a sense of balance and purpose, then you are in the right place!

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 is an educator in the Pacific Northwest, an alumnus of Richard Rohr’s Living School for Action and Contemplation, and core facilitator of the Inner Work Cohort. He is the author of Unmasking the Inner Critic: Lessons for Living an Unconstricted Life and writes frequently on the importance of questioning the narratives we’ve been handed and how we can bring together our personal inner work with collective activism and healing. You can find more of his work and offerings at www.AndrewGLang.com.

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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


Resources Andrew mentioned:


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