171: Six Things I Would Do This Week if I Were an Overworked, Underpaid Yoga Teacher on the Edge of Burnout — The Mentor Sessions

If you are feeling stretched thin by endless group classes, long hours, and low pay you are not alone. In this episode, I share six simple, actionable things you can do this week to start shifting out of overwhelm. These are not big, life-changing plans—just small, powerful adjustments that can immediately help you feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded in your teaching life.

Burnout doesn't always mean you need a total career overhaul. Sometimes, a few well-chosen shifts—better boundaries, a balanced schedule, and new ways of connecting with students—can bring back clarity, confidence, and joy in your teaching.

If you try some of these steps, I would love to hear how it goes. Reach out with your reflections, questions, or feedback—I'm walking this path right beside you.

In this episode, you'll hear:

why burnout is so common among yoga teachers right now
how to refresh your energy and focus using simple daily habits
practical ways to plan smarter, promote your classes, and boost income—without hustling harder
six realistic steps to feel better fast without overhauling your career including things like:

why downloading a social media blocking app has to be your first step
why you should set aside one hour to plan all your classes for the week
how to start start planting seeds to connect with new private clients

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