Unhappy Teacher Podcast
Unhappy Teacher isn’t just about school—it’s about rethinking the classroom of life. Hosted by Courtney Sillah, this podcast dives into the universal lessons that shape who we are and challenges us to question what education really means.
How do culture, society, and education collide to influence our biggest challenges and breakthroughs? How do life’s struggles, triumphs, and failures teach us more than any textbook ever could? Each episode takes a hard look at the cracks in the education system while exploring how we can reshape learning to better equip us for the real world.
Through raw, thought-provoking conversations with influencers, entertainers, thought leaders, and everyday people, Unhappy Teacher exposes the flaws of modern education, celebrates unexpected wisdom, and redefines what it means to grow and succeed.
Join us as we UNLEARN, RETHINK, and REBUILD a classroom that prepares us all for life’s greatest lessons. Because the greatest classroom isn’t confined to walls—it’s the one we live in every day.
Unhappy Teacher Podcast
Episode #15: Why I Walked Away - Quitting Teaching Mid-Year
In this episode, Courtney Sillah opens up about the powerful and emotional decision to leave the classroom mid-year after dedicating 11 years to teaching. She shares the breaking point that led to her exit, the signs she could no longer ignore, and how choosing herself and her peace became the boldest move she ever made. Whether you’re an educator, parent, or someone feeling stuck in your career, this honest conversation will inspire you to reflect, release, and reclaim your power.
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