My last couple of episodes might have struck a chord with you if you were in a place like I was several years ago: "I don't know what my THING is!" Everyone seems to have their passion, their purpose and it can be downright scary if you feel you don't have your own. Let's talk about it today and discuss ways to find your 'thing'. 

Cassie Stephens

(Re)Discovering Your Passion and Finding Your 'Thing'

Like, what is your biggest goal? The one you DREAM about? What's stopping you from going after it?  Now is the time! Take a listen and I hope to help you take some baby steps to get there. Show notes can be found on my blog: Cassiestephens.blogspot.com

How to Tackle Your BIGGEST Goal!

In this podcast episode, I share some thoughts on just this notion. What do you think?  You can find the books and movies I reference over on my blog: cassiestephens.blogspot.com. You can buy my book or purchase a ticket to the Art Teacherin' Extravaganza here: https://art-teacherin-with-cassie-stephens.myshopify.com

Do You have to Suffer to Succeed?

So I got a C (for "Cassie"!) in textiles in college. During my first year teaching, when 'weaving' was apart of the curriculum, I panicked. That was 23 years ago...since then I've learned to love all things textiles myself. It's become one of my favorite things to teach! In this longwinded podcast, I'll be sharing with you all of my very favorite supplies for sewing, embroidery and weaving!

Ep. 62: Best Supplies for Sewing, Embroidery and Weaving!

And if you are, what should you do about it? Let's talk about it because if you are running around like crazy each and every day, that's not healthy or sustainable. Trust me, you can still be an amazing art teacher AND have priorities that don't include teaching art. 

Ep. 61: Are You An Art Teacherin' Workaholic?

There are certain art teacherin' truths I used to really cling to...and here's five of them that I've changed my mind about. 

Ep. 60: 5 Things I've Changed My Mind About as an Art Teacher

I dunno about you all but I. AM. BEAT. BUT I'm trying my hardest to work my way through this exhaustion with my Top 8 Tips to combat this fatigue and make the most of our art teacherin' lives.  Also chatting about the Art Teacherin' Extravaganza! You can find out more here:  https://www.etsy.com/shop/CassieStephenz?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=953280630&fbclid=IwAR3ffUDwPO5IHby07X0gR4Pb1NS8LFJKgd5DTOboefN6JuzLwD0JI34qn-Y

Ep. 59: How to Deal with Art Teacherin' Exhaustion

I was recently asked about this...and even tho I've spoken about dealing with bullies in Episode 35...I am coming to this topic from a different perspective this time. It may help to listen to both episodes. In Episode 35, I speak a lot about my experiences. In this one, let's focus on how to deal because it may be more about changing your perspective or, as I call the, your Insecurity Sunglasses. 

Ep. 58: Dealing with Bullies, Part 2

My most frequently asked question is: how do you get so much accomplished. First of all, LOLZ, y'all, it's all smoke and mirrors! BUT I am sharing my top three time-bending tricks today! I think they'll work for you too!

Ep. 57: How I Became a Magical Time Bender

This podcast episode has been on my mind since I started my podcast. But, honestly, I wasn't comfortable talking about it for many reasons...which I talk about here. If you suffer from disordered eating, know that this episode may trigger you...although I am very careful not to get into details of my specific eating disorder as that's private...and triggering for some, I know. I want you to know, if you suffer, you are not alone. Sending you all the strength and love. 

Ep. 56: My 25 Year Struggle with Disordered Eating

That's right...it's a therapy sesh where I'm gonna share what has been making me (and my students!) happy...dancing! Take a listen and feel free to dive into my Dance Therapy playlist created just for you! 

Ep. 55: Do More of What Makes You Happy: Dance Therapy Edition!

I've been struggling a lot lately with being strong. Who can I rely on? Who can I count on? Everything is wild and crazy right now and it has been getting to me in a way it never has before. What to do? I'm learning to be my own rock. To learn to rely on myself even if I'm completely unreliable. I hope this podcast helps if you are feeling stress, fear and/or anxiety. 

Ep. 6: Be Your Own Rock

We kicked off this school year with a What a Wonderful World Mural and it's been so fun to create and beautiful to see! I thought I'd share the process with you. On my blog post, you can take a tour of the mural as well as take a peek at the many school-wide collabs we've created over the years. Have fun! 

Ep. 5: School-Wide Murals Inspired by Songs!

I've taught art for the last 20 something years, y'all. I've learned a lot about art teacherin', art makin' and finding a happy balance between the two. I'm here to share my ups, downs and what works best for me and my awesome artists.

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Cassie Stephens

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