In this episode of the Grow Like a Mother podcast, host Jill Wright is joined by Jen Rafferty, founder of Empowered Educator, for a deep dive into the mindset shifts that transform how we manage time, energy, and life. Jen challenges the traditional approach to time management, reframing it as energy management and emphasizing that the way we spend our time is a direct reflection of our values.
Jill and Jen discuss how shifting our mindset around time can open up new opportunities and how aligning our schedules with what truly matters creates more fulfillment. They also explore the importance of nervous system regulation, why finding calm is a powerful tool for productivity, and how embracing emotions rather than suppressing them leads to greater resilience. This insightful conversation will leave you with a fresh perspective on time, energy, and the choices that shape your daily life.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
How shifting from time management to energy management can transform your daily experience.
Why your perspective on time shapes your reality and how to create more opportunities for yourself.
The importance of aligning your schedule with your values to live a more intentional life.
Why calm is a powerful state of being and how to cultivate it effectively.
How to regulate your nervous system so you can show up as your best self in any situation.
About Jen Rafferty:
Educator, author, and international public speaker, Jen Rafferty started as a middle school music teacher for 15 years in Central New York. Jen is a certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and has just finished her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology.
As the CEO of Empowered Educator, Jen's insatiable curiosity continues to make the Empowered Educator programs relevant and reflective of the most up-to-date research in mindset, leadership, and cognitive neuroscience. She is committed to inspiring teachers and school leaders to discover their voice and maintain a healthy longevity throughout their careers.
Connect with Jen:
https://www.instagram.com/jenrafferty_
https://www.facebook.com/jen.h.rafferty
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTE_y6GSwqM
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlock-your-teaching-potential/id1562606342
Resources Mentioned:
Jen’s self-paced course Thrive: https://empowerededucator.com/thrive
Listen to Jen’s last episode on the Grow Like a Mother podcast where we talk about how to achieve a Work-Life Blend, and avoid the addiction to overwhelm: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s3-e21-work-life-blend/id1601675882?i=1000655016865
Check out the past episode with Klara Ganter called Time Management for Moms: Tips to Conquer Chaos and Find Balance: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/time-management-for-moms-tips-to-conquer-chaos-and/id1601675882?i=1000666204851
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Follow Jill Wright:
Website: www.jillwright.ca
Instagram: @growlikeamother
