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The Holiday Headstart32. 5 Tasks for July to Save Your Sanity in DecemberIn this episode, we're sharing five gentle ways to get ahead on holiday prep while you're still enjoying those pool days and popsicles. From stocking up during back-to-school sales to finally starting that wishlist you always forget about, these low-key tasks are all about making December feel more joyful and way less stressful.No tinsel required—just a little July planning that will make your future self want to send you a thank-you card.Episode Highlights:[00:00:22] - Tradition Spotlight on a summer picnic[00:01:02] - Tip 1 - Stock up on school supplies fo...2025-07-3022 min

The Holiday Headstart31. 5 Holiday To Dos You Can Check Off in JuneWe're six months out from the holidays. It’s too early for tinsel, but we’re just in time for some smart prep! In this episode, we share five simple tasks you can tackle now to make December feel a whole lot lighter. From freezing cookie dough to drafting a household "Minimum Upkeep Plan," these June-friendly ideas are all about giving your future self the gift of breathing room.Trust us—your December self will thank you.Episode Highlights:[00:00:20] - Tradition Spotlight on Choosing Your Song of the Summer[00:03:22] - Tip 1 - Make...2025-06-2821 min

The Real Mom HubEpisode 38: The One for the Mom Afraid of Losing Herself: The Microseason Method & Michelangelo Mindset with Heidi LewerenzSend us a textThink you can't be a working mom AND homeschool seven kids? Think again. Meet Heidi Lewerenz, the entrepreneur-coach-homeschooling powerhouse who's cracking the code on motherhood burnout. She's serving up the tea on redefining success, and why losing yourself in motherhood might actually be the point. Your identity isn't disappearing—it's getting the Michelangelo treatment.Main Topics & DiscussionThe Recovering Feminist's Guide to Motherhood IdentityHeidi's journey from career-focused independent woman to integrated working mom reads like a plot twist nobody saw coming. She op...2025-06-2459 min

The Holiday Headstart30. The Easiest To Do List: 5 Ways to Plan Christmas from Your Couch This MayWelcome to the 100 Days of May—also known as May-Cember, the month that feels like it never ends! In this episode, we’re talking TV Tasks—easy, screen-friendly activities you can do on your phone while relaxing on the couch.We’ve rounded up a handful of low-effort, high-payoff tasks you can tackle during your downtime. If you’re looking for calm, cozy ways to get a little head start, this episode is here to help.Episode Highlights:[00:01:02] - Tradition Spotlight on planting pumpkins[00:04:37] - Tip 1 - Organizing Pinterest[00:07:40] - Tip 2...2025-05-2826 min

The Holiday Headstart28. 5 Tasks To Do in April to Get Ahead for Next ChristmasWe’re back with five more simple tasks to help you chip away at holiday prep throughout the year! Whether you’re just joining us or have been following along, these tips are designed to make the holiday season less overwhelming and more enjoyable.In this episode, we share five simple tasks you can complete in April to prepare for the holiday season. By tackling these small, manageable tasks throughout the year, you can reduce the stress and overwhelm that often comes with the holiday rush. This month's tasks include creating a wrapping station, listing fourth-quarter grocery need...2025-04-0926 min

The Holiday Headstart27. Do These 5 Easy Things in March to Get Ahead for Christmas!Planning ahead for Christmas can feel overwhelming, but small steps now can make the holiday season smoother and happier. In this episode, we’re sharing five practical ways to get ahead on holiday planning in March. From crafting a personal recovery kit to selecting a holiday decoration theme, we’ve got loads of actionable tips to prevent stress from stacking up in December. Episode Highlights:[00:00:44] - Tradition Spotlight on gentle April Fools jokes[00:04:20] - Task 1: Stock a personal recovery kit[00:07:40] - Task 2: Pick a decorating theme[00:11:47] - Task 3: Organize your...2025-03-1919 min

The Holiday Headstart26. Easy Festive Traditions You Can Try For St. Patrick's Day [Episode 26]Hey friends! In this episode of Holiday Head Start, we’re sharing a fun roundup of St. Patrick’s Day ideas—some from our own childhood traditions and some fresh inspiration from others. The beauty of celebrating smaller holidays like this one is that there are no big expectations—just fun little touches to add a little sparkle to the day!We chat about our favorite traditions, like a leprechaun visit that leaves behind tiny footprints and a pot of gold, plus an easy festive punch and a creative take on “Irish” haystacks. We also share a fun printabl...2025-03-0520 min

The Holiday Headstart25. Why You Should Write Yourself a Permission Slip for Upcoming HolidaysEver feel like you need permission to set boundaries, take up space, or just be yourself in tough situations? In this episode, we’re diving into one of Brené Brown’s most genius ideas—permission slips. No, not the kind you signed for field trips, but the ones you write for yourself to navigate emotionally vulnerable moments.From work meetings to holiday gatherings, permission slips are a powerful tool for claiming your agency and setting your own rules. Join us as we explore how writing these simple notes can help you manage expectations, reduce stress, and show up as y...2025-02-2624 min

The Holiday Headstart24. How To Decide if Your Holiday Traditions Still Work For YouTraditions make the holiday season feel magical, but they can also lead to stress and overwhelm. In this episode, we’re taking a step back to evaluate which traditions are truly meaningful and which ones might be more hassle than joy. Just because you’ve always done something doesn’t mean you have to keep doing it! Using six key questions, we’ll walk through how to assess your traditions—considering their purpose, who’s involved, the opportunity cost, and whether small adjustments could make them more enjoyable.Now is the perfect time to reflect, long before the holiday...2025-02-1922 min

Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies182. Boost Your Test Prep with These 3 Retrieval Practice ActivitiesReady or not, test season is coming, which means it’s time to start thinking about test prep! In this episode, we dive into retrieval practice for test review, a proven strategy that boosts memory and recall. Instead of passive review methods, retrieval practice helps students retain more and feel prepared for the test. We’ll discuss why this technique works and how you can easily implement it in your classroom!Prefer to read? Grab the episode transcript and all resources mentioned in the show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/retrieval-practice-test-review/Resources:Arou...2025-02-1719 min

The Holiday Headstart23. 5 Easy Tasks To Do in February to Get Ahead for Next ChristmasIn January, we shared five simple ways to get ahead on your Christmas prep (check out Episode 20 if you missed it). Today, we’re continuing the momentum with five simple tasks you can tackle in February to make your holiday season smoother and less stressful. The key to a stress-free Christmas is starting early. Taking small, manageable steps each month can spread out the workload and avoid last-minute panic. Whether it’s getting ahead on gift planning, organizing storage spaces, or preparing for DIY projects, this episode will help you take proactive steps now that your future self...2025-02-1221 min

The Holiday Headstart22. Easy Valentine's Day Traditions To Start With Your Family This YearWelcome back to Holiday Head Start! Today, we’re sharing a roundup of Valentine’s Day traditions—some we’ve loved for years, and some fun new ideas we’ve gathered along the way. From Secret Cupid exchanges to heart-y pizza, we’re sharing our favorite ways to use Valentine’s celebrations to foster love and connection.Highlights from the episode:[00:00] - Secret Cupid[7:15] - Planning a new Valentine tradition[15:45] - Valentine’s Day gift tradition[17:58] - Valentine candy letter boxes[20:28] - This week’s Get A Headstart Tip for...2025-02-0429 min

The Holiday Headstart21. Top 10 Tips for Planning a Holiday Class PartyEvery year since 2001, we’ve been knee-deep in the joys (and chaos!) of holiday class parties. After two and half decades, we’ve collected invaluable insights to help make class parties fun and manageable. In this episode, we’re sharing our top 10 tips for hosting a successful class party that keeps kids engaged without the chaos.If you’re someone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by trying to entertain 25 energetic kids, this episode is for you! We’re sharing practical advice for planning, organizing, and running a party that’s enjoyable for kids, stress-free for you, and appreciated by...2025-01-2931 min

The Holiday Headstart20. 5 Things You Can Do in January to Get Ahead for Next Christmas (Seriously!)Christmas may feel far away, but it’s never too early to start getting ahead. In this episode, we’re sharing five easy tasks you can tackle in January to set yourself up for a smoother, more joyful holiday season later this year. Plus, we've got creative tips for celebrating lesser-known holidays like Groundhog Day, and we'll reveal the magic of reflecting on your past holiday experiences to make future celebrations even better. So grab your notes as we give you the tools to stay stress-free and joyous all year round!Highlights from the episode:[01:04] - Tr...2025-01-2219 min

The Holiday Headstart19. You Did It! Now What? 5 Themes to Help Plan the Year AheadThe holidays may be behind us, but that doesn’t mean the work stops. We're here to keep the holiday spirit alive while planning ahead for a stress-free and joyful year. From meaningful, memorable traditions like celebrating Martin Luther King Day to low-key fun with half-birthday parties, we're here to make every season shine.In this episode, we share tips for organizing your annual files, scheduling monthly holidays, and making relaxed productivity your new favorite thing. Let's make every holiday special, stress-free, and a little more magical together. Don't miss out on transforming your holiday prep into a...2025-01-1519 min

The Holiday Headstart18. The Big Holiday Debrief Episode: What Went Well and What Didn'tChristmas is officially behind us, but before we get too far into January, we're pausing to reflect on the holiday season we just experienced. In this episode, we share our highs and lows, lessons learned, and plans to enhance our future holidays. We discuss how we balanced holiday tasks with self-care and how we aligned our actions with personal goals. Join us on this reflective journey full of practical advice and holiday insights, so you can make your next holiday season the best one yet!Episode Highlights:[00:01:09] - Tradition Spotlight on Lunar New Year 2025-01-0844 min

Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies176. Our 4 Tried and True Tricks to Reset a Rough Day of SchoolReturning from winter break, teachers are well rested and ready to start the second half of the school year. But oftentimes, students come back feeling excited and forgetting all of your procedures and expectations. This can lead to a lot of rough days in the classroom! We were recently on another podcast, Educate & Rejuvenate, where we discussed four tricks for having a rough day reset in the classroom. With teachers going back after the new year, we thought this information was so valuable that we wanted to share it with our listeners as well. For a...2025-01-0641 min

The Holiday Headstart17. Holiday Pep Talk: New Year, Same YouCan you believe we’ve stepped into a brand-new year? As we kick off this year, we’re here with a pep talk that skips the pressure to reinvent yourself and instead invites you to start from where you are.Sit back, take a deep breath, and let's journey into the new year with grace and gratitude, armed with small steps for meaningful progress. January isn’t magic; it’s just another month. Let's start this year not by transforming who we are but by building on the strengths that make us unique. Join us as we continue...2025-01-0106 min

The Holiday Headstart16. Holiday Pep Talk: The Magic of the Week After ChristmasMerry Christmas! You did it! We're here with a special post-Christmas pep talk to help you embrace the sweet, quiet magic of the time after the holidays.Now, you’ve arrived in the quiet, magical in-between—the week after Christmas. In today's episode, we'll explore how you can give yourself permission to rest, savor the joys around you, and let the joy of the season settle in before life picks up again. So grab a cozy blanket, settle in, and let's dive into how you can be intentional and gentle during this slower-paced week.Episode High...2024-12-2506 min

The Holiday Headstart15. Holiday Pep Talk: What's Important Now?It’s the week before Christmas, and the whirlwind is real. Your to-do list is long, your time is short, and the pressure feels intense. But here’s the truth: Christmas isn’t about perfection. It’s about connection, joy, and being present for the moments that matter most. Today, we’re here with a pep talk to help you find peace in the chaos. Join us as we share helpful strategies for slowing down, focusing on what really matters, and finding those precious pockets of joy. So tune in, take a deep breath, and let's navigate this holida...2024-12-1808 min

The Holiday Headstart14. Top Christmas Tip: Use a Script to Save Your Sanity on the Big Day!Do you feel overwhelmed trying to keep track of everything during the holidays? Today, we’re sharing one of our best-kept teacher secrets: creating a script for big days like Christmas. A script is more than a plan—it’s a minute-by-minute outline that acts as your safety net, support system, and freedom-giver during hectic events. Listen in as we unpack how this simple tool can help you stay organized, enjoy the holiday, and preserve your energy.Highlights from the episode:[01:04] - Tradition Spotlight on Christmas Night adventures[05:09] - 3 Reasons you need a script...2024-12-1120 min

The Holiday Headstart13. Holiday Housekeeping: How a December Upkeep Plan Will Save Your SanityIn this episode, we tackle the stress that comes with the holiday season and explore proactive strategies to manage overwhelm. Instead of waiting for the inevitable meltdown, we’ll discuss how to build a plan that simplifies your responsibilities while ensuring your home stays functional and festive. From revisiting your personal holiday values to crafting a Minimum Upkeep Plan (MUP), you’ll walk away with practical tools to navigate the season with more joy and less chaos.If you have the Holiday Headstart Playbook, grab it now to follow along. Don’t have it yet? Download it here.2024-12-0421 min

The Holiday Headstart12. How to Use a Task Docket to Make Managing Your Holiday To-Dos Easy PeasyIn today's episode, we are diving into the festive yet sometimes daunting task of holiday planning. From managing the expectations and potential pitfalls of putting up your Christmas tree to smart strategies for tackling your gift lists and holiday checklists, we've got you covered. Learn how to streamline your holiday tasks with our unique approach to task dockets, helping you to turn overwhelming lists into manageable actions. Plus, discover a fun tip for getting a head start on next year's plans. Get ready to embrace an organized and joyful holiday season with practical tips and ready-made strategies!...2024-11-2723 min

The Holiday Headstart11. 10 Easy Steps to Create a New Holiday Tradition for Your FamilyWelcome back to the Teacher Approved podcast! In today's episode, we're sharing 10 easy steps for starting a new tradition. We discuss the significance of traditions in building a healthy, happy, connected life and provide a comprehensive guide to starting new traditions with purpose and intention.Plus, stick around for our "Get a Head Start Tip" on planning your holiday sensory experiences and an insight into what we're personally working on this week. Join us as we unfold the magic and reduce the stress of the holiday season.Highlights from the episode:[01:03] - Tradition...2024-11-2023 min

The Holiday Headstart10. 5 Keys to Holiday Elf Magic Without All the HeadachesManaging the Christmas Elf tradition can feel daunting, especially as the holidays get busy. In this episode, we explore a 5-step process to create Elf Magic that keeps things joyful and manageable. With the help of our Elf Magic Made Easy planner, we’re giving you the tools to make elf planning a plug-and-play experience.Join us as we explore the magic of holiday traditions and share creative tips for managing them without stress. Make it a season full of joy for both you and your family!Highlights from the episode:[01:11] - Tradition Sp...2024-11-1324 min

I Heart My Life ShowHealing Through Radical Forgiveness and Gratitude with Heidi DayIn this episode of The I Heart My Life Show, Emily Williams engages in a profound conversation with soul healer Heidi Day. Heidi shares her transformative journey from a traumatic past to a life dedicated to healing and empowering others. She delves into the concepts of radical forgiveness and the power of gratitude, offering insights into how these practices can lead to profound personal transformation. Heidi introduces her Well Healed Framework, a holistic approach that guides individuals through understanding their beliefs, emotions, patterns, and practices. Through this framework, she empowers clients to transform pain into purpose, cultivate...2024-11-1241 min

The Holiday Headstart9. How's It Going? How to Take Stock of Your Holiday Prep So FarIn this episode, we reflect on where we stand with our holiday preparations. With Halloween behind us and Thanksgiving quickly approaching, this is the perfect moment to pause, celebrate what we've accomplished, and figure out what still needs to be done before Christmas. We follow a simple, three-step process: first, we evaluate our progress so far, then make some course corrections, and finally, create a plan for moving forward.We share some of our wins, like staying on track with the Holiday Head Start playbook and prepping gifts for our neighbors. There are things we wish we...2024-11-0633 min

The Holiday Headstart8. Make Your Christmas Baking Game Plan with the Holiday HeadstartReady to kick off your holiday baking season? Join us as we dive into the joys and challenges of holiday baking! From long-cherished traditions to finding that perfect recipe, we’re sharing tips and stories to inspire your festive creations.Not a cooking enthusiast? You're not alone! But there's something magical about holiday treats. Discover how to prioritize your favorite recipes, plan ahead with premade doughs, and balance the joy of baking with the hectic holiday schedule. Plus, a fun chat on festive traditions and our favorite seasonal treats. Get ready to make your holidays del...2024-10-3025 min

Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast4 Tricks to Reset a Rough Day of School with Heidi and Emily from Teacher Approved [#154]We’ve all been there: those chaotic days when the kids seem to be running wild, and you’re feeling just as frazzled. It can be overwhelming, and you might find yourself wondering how you’re going to make it through the day. But fear not! In today’s episode of the *Educate and Rejuvenate* podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with my dear friends, Heidi and Emily from the *Teacher Approved Podcast* and *Second Story Window*. These two incredible teacher sisters have some fantastic tips to help you reset, even on the toughest days. Trust me, you won't wa...2024-10-2946 min

The Holiday Headstart7. Unlock the Power of the 3 Cs: Your Ultimate Guide to Holiday PlanningThe holiday season is just around the corner, and we're here to help you make it your best one yet! In our latest episode of the Teacher Approved podcast, we explore the 3 Cs of Holiday Planning: Calendaring, Confirming, and Coordinating. These are your secret weapons for turning holiday chaos into a well-orchestrated holiday celebration!Get those important holiday events on your calendar now so you won't miss out on the magic. Remember, it's not about scheduling a perfect December, but about ensuring you enjoy what's truly important to you.Stay ahead by keeping everyone in...2024-10-2318 min

The Holiday Headstart6. The 5 Step Action Plan for TraditionsIn this exciting episode, we're diving into the planning and preparation of holiday traditions. Have you ever considered all the details that go into planning traditions or activities? We have! And our Holiday Headstart Action Plan is the perfect tool for getting all the details out of your head and into reality. Join us as we put our Action Plan into action and use it to plan our new Reindeer Games Tradition.We walk through the big details (when and where is this happening?) and the tiny details (are we going to have enough pretzels?) to make...2024-10-1629 min

The Holiday Headstart5. Making a Plan for Gift GivingIn this episode, we explain how to approach holiday gift giving with an intentional plan. Our Holiday Headstart method includes:Listing and categorizing recipients.Deciding who will receive single or multiple gifts.Determining the type of gift each person will receive—personal, thoughtful, or friendly.We explain how to use the "Holiday Head Start Playbook" for detailed organization. And we share a tip for inventorying the gifts you already bought before your holiday shopping ramps up.Episode Highlights:[01:20] - Tradition Spotlight on Emily’s Harry Potter dinner[05:48] - Your “Who To Giv...2024-10-0920 min

The Holiday Headstart4. How to Craft Your Holiday Values For A More Meaningful Christmas SeasonIn this episode of "The Holiday Headstart," we identify and organize our core holiday values using a structured exercise from our Holiday Headstart Playbook. Then we use our values to craft a purpose statement to help guide our holiday planning.Episode highlights:[01:04] - Tradition Spotlight on Fall Drives[05:21] - Starting with the Why of planning[14:17] - Writing a Holiday Purpose Statement[21:37] - This week’s Get A Headstart Tip for scheduling time to plan[24:13] - What’s on our to-do lists this week[25:55] - Our Nice...2024-10-0228 min

The Holiday Headstart3. How to Plan Your Ideal HolidayHave you ever thought about what truly matters to you during the holiday season? Sometimes as adults, we end up with default holidays instead of our ideal holidays, especially at Christmas! For example, maybe your Christmas celebrations are full of traditions that you grew up with, or traditions that you see others doing, but they don’t really bring you enjoyment. On this podcast, we want to create space that helps you create a clear vision of what it would look like to have the kind of holiday that you look forward to celebrating. The first step in...2024-09-2517 min

The Holiday Headstart2. Learning From Our Holiday Planning MistakesHaving intentions to make the holidays feel special and actually bringing your ideas to life are two very different things! Whether you tend to leave things to the last minute, let overwhelm take over, or struggle to be present for the moments that matter most, we can relate.There was a time where we resisted the need to plan ahead for holidays, but now we want to help you learn from our mistakes. Just like we created our own curriculum for the classroom when we saw a need, we’ve mastered the art of systems for holiday pr...2024-09-2517 min

The Holiday Headstart1. Why You Should Plan Your Holidays EarlyWelcome to the very first episode of The Holiday Headstart, where we help you plan and prepare for all your celebrations so that you can truly enjoy them! We love any excuse to celebrate, so we’ll be covering so much more than major holidays like Christmas.We know it’s Spring, but trust us, this is actually the perfect time to start preparing for the holiday season. Inside this episode, we dive into the power of traditions, the benefits of planning your holidays early and share a practical tip for organizing your holiday lists.Don’...2024-09-2510 min

Let’s Run That AgainEpisode 7: Emily Lyons and Positivity, Playfulness, and PupfishEmily Lyons is an experienced ultrarunner who has completed Badwater 135 twice, and is currently signed up for inaugural Arizona Monster 300. She keeps a full race calendar and has a constant sense of fun and playfulness. This mindset helps carry her through these tough races but also her DNFs. She also educates us on the Devil's Hole Pupfish- so be sure to tune in!! Find her on Instagram: @hungry_vegan_runner 2024-09-1246 min

Overwhelm is OptionalTransforming Branding into a Journey of Authentic Self-Discovery with Emily RosalesSend us a textCan branding be more than something you struggle to get done so that you can get on with building your business? What if it was an opportunity for deep, personal transformation? Emily Rosales, Founder of Simply.Me Coaching. Emily helps passionate entrepreneurs and small business owners to build and monetize their brand.Find out more about Emily and connect with her here:www.simplyme-coaching.comIG: _emilyyrosalesW...2024-08-1843 min