Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher, where we tackle the habits, routines, and mindset shifts that help teachers leave school at 4—without guilt. This is a space for teachers who want to do meaningful work—without working around the clock. I’m your host, Barb Flowers, and I believe you can be an amazing teacher and have a life outside of school. Let’s build a teaching life that feels sustainable and fulfilling. Let’s make 8 to 4 your new normal.
Latest Episodes
Summer Habits That Actually Stick When School Starts
Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to make summer habits stick when school starts. If you’ve ever created healthy routi...
Why You Need a Reset Before School Starts
Welcome to Season 2 of The 8 to 4 Teacher. Summer break isn’t a cure for burnout—it’s an opportunity for a reset. In this episode of The 8 to 4 Teacher, we’re talking ...
Why The 8 to 4 Teacher?
Welcome to The 8 to 4 Teacher — the new name, same mission, but with a clearer path forward. In this kickoff episode, I’m sharing why I’ve rebranded The Teacher Burnou...
Breaking Free From Overthinking for Teachers
Do you overthink everything as a teacher? Do you overthink lesson plans, meetings with your principal, colleagues, or parents? If that sounds like you, then this episo...
The Comparison Detox for Teachers
Are you caught in the comparison trap as a teacher? Do you feel like you never quite measure up? I've been there too. In this episode, I share:The real toll comparison...