137. Why Work-Life Balance Doesn’t Work—And What to Do Instead with Special Guest Steven Langer

Mar 11, 2025

If you find yourself caught between the stress of work demands and the pressures of home life, this episode is just for you. Teachers often find it especially challenging to find a balance between doing everything they feel they need to for work and maintaining their personal life and well-being. I am so excited to have Steven Langer join me today to talk all about maintaining wellness in both the workplace and in your personal life.

Steven Langer is a former teacher and principal who transitioned to focus on organizational wellness with his company, Well by Design. Steven is sharing valuable insights on fostering positive workplace cultures and redefining the concept of work-life balance into what he describes as "work-life coherence." We are also diving into the importance of self-awareness and communication, the difference between rest and sleep, and how dopamine hacking can help your brain recognize your accomplishments.

TOPICS COVERED:

Steven’s journey from teacher to business owner in workplace wellness
The difference between work-life balance and work-life coherence
How leadership influences school culture and teacher well-being
Why traditional work-life balance doesn’t work—and what to do instead
The three spheres of life: work, home, and health (and how to manage them)
How toxic work cultures develop and how to create a thriving environment
The importance of rest (and why it’s not something you have to “earn”)
Practical strategies for preventing burnout and setting boundaries
The power of a “done list” to feel more accomplished as a teacher
How administrators can support teacher wellness and create a positive school culture

CONNECT WITH STEVEN LANGER:

Website: https://wellbydesign.ca
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steven-langer-b9b64945
Personal Wellness Assessment: https://wellbydesign.ca/contact/
FREE Digital Wellness Education Magazine with monthly content: https://wellnessedmag.com/recent-issues/

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