Stay Curious: The One Practice That Prevents Teacher Burnout

The teachers who burn out fastest? They've stopped wondering.

The ones who sustain themselves for decades? They're still curious.

In this episode, I break down why curiosity might be the most powerful (and underutilized) tool you have as a teacher—and how to practice it when you're exhausted, overwhelmed, or burned out.

What you'll learn:

- The 3 research-backed benefits of curiosity (including one that surprised me)

- Why teachers lose their curiosity—and how to get it back

- 3 simple practices you can start today (even if you're exhausted)

- How curiosity connects to the STRONG Framework (T and G pillars)

Key quotes:

"Curiosity shifts you from judgment to wonder—and that's a game-cha ...