
Beyond the Bell with Myndel: The Podcast
Self-care, student care, & money matters for teachers over 40.
Episodes
30 episodes
Episode 30: Embrace Your Age--It's Your Superpower.
In this episode, Myndel shares a powerful moment from the TV series The Rookie that stopped her in her tracks—and how it perfectly applies to women (especially teachers) in midlife who are starting something new. Whether yo...
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Episode 30
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7:53

Episode 29: What Are You Saying to You?
Episode Summary: Paul David Tripp reminds us, “No one is more influential in your life than you are because no one talks to you more than you do.” In this episode of Beyond the Bell with Myndel, we’re ch...
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Episode 29
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3:36

Episode 28: Boundaries vs Preferences: Life-Changing
We love to talk about setting boundaries, but Dr. Anita Phillips just turned that conversation upside down for me. In her book The Garden Within, she writes: “A boundary without a consequence is not a boundary; i...
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Episode 28
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7:55

Episode 27: The Truth About Teacher Burnout (and How to Bounce Back)
Teaching asks so much of you—but what happens when your tank is empty, and no amount of sleep or effort fills it back up?In this episode of Beyond the Bell, Myndel opens up about her own journey through burnout during her years ...
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Episode 27
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11:02

Episode 26: Unleash That Inner Rockstar!
Summary: In this episode, Myndel Miller speaks directly to educators standing at the edge of “What’s next?” and encourages them to build confidence by taking action. Drawing from her own life—transitioning from elementary to ...
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Episode 26
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6:36

Episode 25: What Teaching Really Takes
This episode is a tribute. To the teacher who’s hanging on by a thread.To the one who's tired—but still shows up.To the one who knows teaching is more than a job—it's a calling.I came across a Facebook post that captu...
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Episode 25
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7:14

Episode 24: The Stuff That Matters
✨ Episode Summary:As teachers, we’re constantly pouring out—time, energy, emotions—and rarely pausing to assess what still matters to us as individuals. In this episode, Myndel reflects on a powerful insight from Tim...
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Episode 24
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6:38

Episode 23: Say Yes. Say No. Say What You Mean
You’ve heard me preach the power of “No”—and I still stand by that. But today, we’re talking about its just-as-powerful sister: Yes. In this episode, I’m inviting you to explore what it means to say yes<...
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Episode 23
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6:10

Episode 22: Bob and Weave, Baby...
Episode Summary: On this episode, Myndel shares a simple but powerful encounter at the grocery store that turned into a lesson about navigating life’s obstacles. When an older woman told her, “I know how to bob and we...
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Episode 22
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5:35

Episode 21: Unlock the Secret: Wealth Lies Here...
We’ve made it to Part 5 of our Psychology of Money for Teachers series! 🎉 In this final episode, we’re not talking about how to get wealthy — we’re talking about how to stay wealthy.Morgan Housel reminds us that keeping...
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Episode 21
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6:56

Episode 20: Reasonable, Not Perfect
📌 Episode Summary:In Part 4 of our 5-part series The Psychology of Money for Teachers, we’re leaning into a truth that every overachieving teacher (🙋🏾♀️) needs to hear: You don’t have to be perfect with mone...
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Episode 20
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6:42

Episode 19: The Quiet Power of Saving, Spending Wisely, and Quitting Comparison
Part 3 of our The Psychology of Money for Teachers series!In this episode:Why real wealth is invisible — and flashy spending is a trapThe true purpose of saving (hint: it's not about being "...
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Episode 19
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7:00

Episode 18: Luck, Risk, and Why Your Money Story Matters
This is Part 2 in our The Psychology of Money for Teachers series!In this episode:Why success is never just about skill — and failure is never just about mistakesThe importance of building resilience ...
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Episode 18
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7:00

Episode 17: It's Not About Intelligence--It's About Behavior
In this episode: We’re kicking off our 5-part series on The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel, and right from the introduction, we’re flipping the script on what it takes to be financially successful. It’s not about how s...
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Episode 17
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7:02

Episode 16: Don't Settle For A Snug Fit
Main Takeaways:Settling for less than what fits you can lead to discomfort and regret.Delayed gratification is worth the wait for the right choice.Know your worth and don’t be afraid to hold out for what’s b...
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Episode 16
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6:11

Episode 15: Tech Temptation--Can't Resist
Instead of Hooked on Phonics, our little ones are now hooked on technology—and they’re not alone. In this episode, Myndel Miller dives into the digital dependency plaguing both children and adults. Backed by re...
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Episode 15
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8:30

Episode 14: Rise and Shine: Finishing the Year Strong
The countdown to summer has begun—but that doesn’t mean we coast. In this motivational mini-episode, Myndel shares a powerful morning affirmation and encourages teachers to start each day with intention and energy. Learn how the...
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Episode 14
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3:55

Episode 13: I Used to Have 99 Tasks, But My List Ain't One!
Ever feel like your to-do list is running you instead of the other way around? I’ve been there. My lists used to look like grocery lists for a family of four—long, overwhelming, and impossible to finish. Then, I discove...
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4:51

Episode 12: What You Need to Ask For--and What You Must Take
📌 Key Topics Covered:The difference between asking and takingWhy self-care requires action, not permissionCareer growth: When to ask and when to takeBuilding financial freedom as an educator
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Episode 12
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6:47

Episode 11: It's Not That I Don't Care
In this episode of Beyond the Bell with Myndel, we explore what it means to care differently as an educator. As teachers, we often feel the weight of everything happening in and beyond our classrooms. But cari...
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Episode 11
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7:15

Episode 10: Sometimes Knowing What You Don't Want Is Enough
In this episode of Beyond the Bell, Myndel Miller shares a powerful mindset shift: Knowing what you don’t want can be enough to guide your next steps. Through a personal story and practical advice, she shows ho...
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Episode 10
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5:17

Episode 9: The Sweetness of the Unexpected
What do green grapes have to do with life’s biggest lessons?More than you think! In this episode, Myndel shares a surprising grocery store moment that turned into a reminder we all need: Sometimes what you want shows up ...
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Episode 9
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4:13

Episode 8: Finding Power and Possibility in Times of Change
Transitions—whether political, personal, or professional—can leave us feeling anxious, uncertain, and even powerless. But what if, instead of dwelling on what’s happened, we asked ourselves: What does this experience make po...
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Episode 8
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7:34
