Comprehensive Wellness Training

Empower yourself with tools to combat burnout and prioritize self-care.

Montessori Philosophy Integration

Learn how to align your wellness practices with the core principles of Montessori education.

Personalized Wellness Journey

Discover your unique rest needs and create a sustainable wellness routine that benefits both you and the children in your care.

About the Course

Embark on a transformative 5-week journey that focuses on nurturing sustainable wellness practices specifically tailored for Montessori guides, leaders, and caregivers. Dive deep into self-care, self-compassion, burnout awareness, and intentional rest. Grounded in Montessori philosophy and Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s 7 Types of Rest, this course will guide you in reflecting on your inner work, identifying unmet rest needs, and designing personalized wellness practices to enhance your well-being and that of the children under your care. Take the first step towards holistic wellness today.

Meet Your Instructor

Heather White is a Montessori educator, school psychologist, and instructional leader dedicated to supporting sustainable, meaningful work for educators. Her Montessori journey began at Lake Mary Montessori Academy, where she served in a variety of roles including classroom guide (Early Childhood and Lower Elementary), Lower Elementary Coordinator, and Associate Head of School. Heather holds Early Childhood and Elementary I Montessori credentials, a Master’s degree in Education with a Montessori concentration, and a Specialist’s degree in School Psychology. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Nationally Certified Montessori Coach, and holds an Anti-Bias, Anti-Racist certification. Today, Heather works full-time supporting Montessori educators and adult learners through writing, coaching, conference and webinar coordination, alumni leadership, and course instruction. She is passionate about honoring both children and the adults who guide them.

Course Curriculum

6 Chapters · 37 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Becoming the Prepared Adult: Wellness, Self-Care, and the 7 Types of Rest for Montessorians

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      Course Outline

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      Welcome to the course!

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    WEEK 1: Self-Care, Burnout, and the Prepared Adult

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      Video

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      Handouts

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      Self-Care vs. Self-Indulgence A Reflection for the Prepared Adult

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      Discussion

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      Journal

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    WEEK 2: Physical, Mental, and Sensory Rest

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      Why You’re Still Exhausted Physical_ Mental_ and Sensory Rest

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      Readings

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      7 Types of Rest

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      Montessori Sensory Environment Audit

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      Micro Physical Rest Menu for Workdays

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      Mental Load Brain Dump

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      Discussion

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      Journal

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    WEEK 3: Emotional and Social Rest

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      3 Emotional Labor_ Boundaries_ and the Need for Social Rest

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      Readings

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      Setting Boundaries a Guide for Staff in School

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      Montessori Emotional Labor Mapping Tool

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      Boundary Language Scripts for Montessori Settings

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      Discussion

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      Journal

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    WEEK 4: Creative and Spiritual Rest

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      From Existing to Enjoying Creative and Spiritual Rest

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      Readings

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      Personal Meaning _ Purpose Map

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      Creative Rest Invitations Menu

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      Awe _ Wonder Reflection Guide

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      Discussion

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      Journal

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    WEEK 5: Self-Compassion, Integration, and Sustainable Wellness

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      Self-Compassion and Sustainable Wellness for the Prepared Adult

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      Readings

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      What Fills My Cup An Energy Audit

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      Self-Compassion Commitment Letter

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      Personal Rest Wellness Plan Template

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      Burnout Early Warning Signs Map

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      Discussion

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      Journal

Testimonials

How is this course helping other Montessorians like you!

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Very important information, thank you!
Val Schofield

Montessori Guide

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Thank you, Heather, for the reminder that self-care is important and that there is lots of areas of self-care. At times we need to do things differently and reflect on the area that needs to be refreshed or build up.
Heather McCarthy

Montessori Guide

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This was an incredible session. Thank you!
Amy Williams

Educator Coach at Amy Williams Academy

Ready to Transform Your Well-being?

Enroll today to revolutionize your approach to self-care and well-being, and empower the children in your care.  Special pricing for current IMC members.  Group pricing available for 5 or more registrations. Please email [email protected] for more information.

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