In this video, I’m sharing the big mindset shifts that have honestly been game-changing for me now that I’m a teacher mom. I talk through the things I no longer do—because once I had my toddler and then my baby boy, I had to get really clear on what matters, what can wait, and what just isn’t worth my time or energy anymore. I’m a third-grade teacher in Maine, and I’m balancing school, home, and real life (including supporting my husband as he battles colon cancer), so my routines have had to become more realistic and sustainable. If you’ve ever felt like you have to do it all—Pinterest-perfect classroom, perfect home, perfect everything—this is your permission slip to let some of that go. I share what I’ve stopped doing so I can show up better for my students and my family, without burning out. My hope is that you walk away feeling encouraged to simplify, set boundaries, and choose systems that actually work for your season of life. And I’d love to hear in the comments what mindset shifts you’ve had too, because we’re all figuring this out together.