Mindful Miri Podcast Miriam Burlakovsky

Join us as we journey alongside Zaira Armendariz, who has a BFA in Film Production and her own podcast, Complex, Like Wine. Together, we peel back the layers of her own experience with depression and anxiety.Zaira shares her strategies for maintaining mental wellbeing, from embracing hobbies like reading to the importance of setting boundaries. She also offers valuable insights on her journey in job searching post lay-off, breaking down the shame and stigma often associated with it. We ...

Picture your favorite teacher. Got them in mind? Now imagine if they were given the freedom to teach without the constraints of standardized testing. That’s what Kristen Powers, the founder of Math Superpowers, is advocating for. With over a decade of teaching experience and a master's in elementary and math education, Kristen is on a mission to transform our education system. She believes in putting the power back into the hands of educators and allowing students to show their intelligences ...

How often do you, as a teacher, take time to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul? This 10-minute Recess Reset was made just for you: grab a bathroom break, and shake off the funk by employing deep breathing techniques and visualization to cultivate a tranquil space filled with unconditional joy, love, and learning.Enjoy!Miri xo Support the Show.Hey, before you leave, if you loved this episode, would you do me a personal favor, an 18-second favor, and share it? Maybe on social or by...

What happens when you land your dream job and it feels more like a battlefield than a classroom? Kindergarten teacher Gina Venancio knows that feeling all too well. After years of struggling to manage her classroom, a heart-to-heart with her teaching partner gave her the wake-up call she needed to take control. Gina embarked on a journey of researching classroom management and student behavior, learning that effective control doesn't rely on threats or bribes but a sustainable approach tailor...

Have you ever found yourself struggling to maintain a healthy balance between your work and personal life, especially in a demanding profession like teaching? Our conversation with Brittany Wheaton, a K-8 art educator from Grand Rapids, Michigan, may hold some profound insights for you. Brittany takes us along on her journey, discussing the highs and lows of her teaching career, her innovative side hustle, and her candid reflections on teacher burnout. Listen to her emphasis on the power of a...

When I first started the Mindful Miri podcast, I set out to explore being a woman, having a body, and healing our relationship to our bodies. As I worked with clients individually, I noticed that those who came to me for body issues often had overall difficulty taking great care of themselves. And most of the requests and feedback I was getting came from educators and caregivers. Plus, teachers were coming to me for support during my day job, which inspired me to...