In teaching, “going the extra mile” is often celebrated — but what happens when that extra mile quietly becomes the expectation? In this episode, we unpack the real cost of overdoing it in education: the burnout, the guilt, the resentment, and the slow erosion of our personal lives that no one warns us about.We dive into:Why teachers feel pressured to always say “yes”The hidden emotional and physical toll of overworkingHow constant self-sacrifice normalises an unsustainable workloadWhat happens to your relationships, wellbeing, and joy when teaching becomes your whole identityPractical steps to build boundaries and teach sustainably (without guilt)This episode is a reminder that you don’t need to be a superhero — you just need to be human. And your students need the version of you that has energy, balance, and longevity.☕ If this episode resonated, please like and follow the podcast on Spotify.📱 Follow along on social media: @CoffeeandWhiteboardMarkers▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly teaching videos and practical tools: Coffee & Whiteboard Markers

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