In today's episode, we look at practical strategies to help family day care educators avoid burnout by working with the seasons and prioritising self-care. From setting up a slow cooker the night before to establishing consistent routines, discover actionable tips to fill your cup and maintain your passion for early childhood education. Key Points Covered: Embracing Seasonal Changes: Adapting your routine to align with the seasons. Tips for winter: Warming activities like reading and quiet games in the morning. Enjoying the shift in energy and light during spring. Radical Acts of Self-Care: Preparing breakfast the night before, such as apple cinnamon porridge in a slow cooker. The importance of maintaining a self-care routine year-round. Strategies for ensuring a good night's sleep, including setting screen boundaries. Building Your Support Network: The value of community and seeking help. Engaging with our membership for access to masterclasses, Q&A sessions, and a supportive Facebook community. Prioritising Authentic Observations: Focusing on meaningful observations that inform your programming. Avoiding burnout by ensuring your work is impactful and enjoyable. Outsourcing Tasks: Freeing up time by outsourcing tasks you dislike, such as cleaning or ironing. The benefits of investing in services like HelloFresh to simplify your life. Seeking Professional Help: Recognising when to see a psychologist for additional coping strategies. The importance of addressing issues before they become overwhelming. Establishing Routines and Boundaries: The necessity of consistent routines and managing time effectively. Setting realistic expectations and boundaries with families and yourself. Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Incorporating mindfulness practices into your daily routine. Joining the Morning Magic Facebook group for a guided start to your day. Planning and Taking Holidays: The importance of booking holidays in advance. The benefits of taking regular breaks to recharge and avoid burnout. Quotes: "Your house smells incredible and you just know that you've done an act of self-care for yourself the night before and so present you is thanking past you for being there." "When things become routine, we start to lose our connection to them." Things to action: Join our Morning Magic Facebook group for a structured start to your day with yoga, meditation, and journaling. Prioritise your self-care and connect with a community that supports you. Links Mentioned: 21 Morning Magic Facebook Group Join our Membership Feedback: We love hearing from you! Leave us a review on your favourite podcast platform and share your thoughts on today's episode. Your feedback helps us reach more educators and make a bigger impact.