175: What's Saving My Life Right Now

In this solo episode of The Mentor Sessions, I'm sharing a more personal, behind-the-scenes look at my life right now and the things that are genuinely helping me stay grounded, connected, and functional during a very full season of teaching, parenting, and activism.

After asking on Instagram what kinds of episodes you wanted more of, one request came up again and again: more real-life context about how I make all of this work. So in this episode, I'm walking you through the practices, systems, apps, routines, communities, and relationships that are "saving my life" right now.

I talk honestly about balancing a full teaching schedule with motherhood, creating sustainable routines that support my nervous system, deepening my activism work, and building a life that feels aligned with my values—even when it's imperfect. From romance novels on my Kindle to strength training at 5:30 a.m. to building community through the The Mentor Session Sangha, this episode is a candid snapshot of what's supporting me in this season of life.

In this episode, you'll hear:

Why the Libby app completely changed my reading habits

How the iPhone "send later" text feature helps me communicate without feeling constantly available

The way I structure my work schedule around my family priorities

Why having a clear shutdown routine before picking up my son makes such a big difference

How activism has become one of the most meaningful parts of my life

Why I use ScreenZen to limit social media access

The political podcasts helping me stay informed without completely burning out

How keeping a running list of things to look forward to boosts my mood and perspective