Episode 2

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Published on:

14th Feb 2025

Mindful Sparks: Supporting Teacher Wellbeing and Classroom Culture with Stephanie Lill

In this episode of The Spark Changemakers Podcast, host Nikki Giant sits down with Stephanie Lill (known as Lilly), founder of Mindful Sparks, to explore how mindfulness can transform the lives of educators and students alike.

Lilly shares her journey from self-discovery to founding Mindful Sparks, a platform that equips teachers with mindfulness practices to strengthen resilience, cultivate self-awareness, and foster compassion in classrooms. Drawing from her extensive global experience across Thailand, Nepal, China, and beyond, she highlights the importance of supporting educators to create thriving environments for themselves and their students.

Key topics include:

  • The misconceptions about mindfulness and its practical applications for teachers.
  • Why focusing on wellbeing should be foundational in education.
  • The ripple effects of mindful practices on teacher retention and student engagement.
  • Practical strategies for integrating emotional wellbeing into daily routines for both educators and children.

Whether you're an educator, parent, or someone passionate about creating positive change in schools, this conversation offers profound insights and actionable tips to support mental and emotional well-being in the educational landscape.

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Spark Changemakers
The show for people who want to change the world
The Spark Changemakers podcast is for everyone who wants to change the world but isn't sure where to start. We’re igniting a changemaker movement, where everyday people like you and me feel inspired and empowered to create positive change. We’re here to give you the tools, insights and inspiration to connect to your Spark – your passion and purpose - so you can be who you came here to be. Each episode we'll be talking to an inspiring changemaker who will share their personal journey of how they found their inner spark and changed themselves, to change the world. Learn more about us at www.TheSparkMovement.com or find us on social media at www.Facebook.com/lightaspark and www.Instagram.com/lightaspark.movement