Meet, Miss T!
Hello! I am Cassandra Troughton, the face behind Miss T.
Miss T. was not always just an alter ego for my writing… but she did flourish into one!
Miss T. started off as an Educational Assistant working in an additional needs classroom in a small school in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Miss T – because ‘Troughton’ was too tricky to pronounce, and I ran out of patience to continually correct. (Sounds like: ‘trout-in’, if you really must know).
7 Years As An Educational Assistant
I’ve worked as an Educational Assistant for 7 years. Mostly supporting our special needs adaptability classrooms in K-6. At the beginning of the 2021/2022 school year, I switched schools and into to the realm of grades 4-9 – working primarily with our grade 9’s, supporting their mental well-being.
I’ve always been quite passionate about health and wellness, but it was here, working as an EA, where I really harnessed my passion and directed it towards my influence with kids. I love the interconnectedness of all dimensions of health (holistic health), specifically the impact these aspects have on mental wellbeing and vice versa. AND I love promoting and teaching positive health and mental wellness practices to my students – like Mindfulness!
Health, Wellness & Mindfulness Club
I was the Health & Wellness lead at my previous 2 schools for 5 years. I also started a ‘Mindfulness Recess Club’ that ran for 5 years at my Elementary School that evolved and flourished with each passing year.
Guest Speaker & Writer
It was in 2020, after the first big shut down from COVID-19, when I began promoting mental wellness well beyond the scope of our students. I began writing and speaking publicly on Mindfulness, Resilience, the Heart-Brain Connection, Psychoneuroimmunology, and the Positive Effects Nature has on our Biology and Wellbeing. I’ve spoken mostly at Edmonton Public Schools and Alberta Teachers Association events (GEOEC), and have also been selected as a virtual presenter at Shaping the Future Conferences 2021 & 2022. And in April of 2025, I made an appearance at the Banff for the Mental Health Summit.
I have been featured as a guest writer for a few blog posts at kidsyogastories.com, and a few other publications as a ghost writer. I’ve written on topics on mindfulness, gratitude, resilience, the nervous system & human biology, nature & our wellbeing, socio-emotional learning and the importance of feeling connected in this disconnected world – connection to others, the world around us, and to ourselves.
Conscious Copywriter
These days, I help conscious and holistic businesses make their mark in the world by writing copy that inspires action and ignites change. I’m deeply passionate about writing – about using my voice to educate others and change the world. As a copywriter, I feel privileged to help aligned souls share their vision for change and help elevate their voice and get their beautiful missions heard.
It’s easy to get lost in the noise of marketing… Especially when everyone out there is trying to sell you something. I’m not here to sell you just anything. I only partner with conscious businesses trying to make a difference – I help the change-makers of our world. My approach to copywriting and marketing is heart-centred. My goal of helping others at the forefront of every word I write.
If you’re looking for an aligned copywriter to help get your mission out there, send me an email at cassandratcopywriting@gmail.com. I’d love to help you move mountains… 💜
Picture Book Passion Project
A side project of mine that I have been working on (on and off) for 8 years has been writing and publishing a picture book! During my years as an EA, I developed a passion for reading picture books (and uncovering the powerful messages they hold within them) and so, I decided to give it a go as an author.
I am proud to say… I published my book, The Tree Spot, in August 2024! And have been connecting with educators and nature-enthusiasts all over the continent helping to bring my book, and it’s critical message, to children of all ages. It has been quite the adventure so far! And I can’t wait to see where this next part of the adventure will go…
To learn more about my book and grab a copy of your own, click the button below! 🙂
What I’ve Learned…
I loved my time as an Educational Assistant because it taught me many things. I may have learned more from my students and school community, than they did from me (in a good way, of course)! It opened my eyes to some of the flaws of our typical school system. And allowed me to see first hand what works, and what doesn’t.
Through the experience I learned (oops, there I go learning again) that I wanted to do more to be a part of the change our society desperately needs.
To not only influence our kids, but empower parents, educators, and guidance councillors. Those who have a direct impact on our kids lives, who are with them day in and day out. To open eyes to the possibility that we have more power than we may think.
My Intention
My mission is to remind others of their power. The power we have to heal and change lives. We all have the power to make a difference. One little human – one soul – at a time.
My hope is that my shared experiences and knowledge will allow you to do just that!
With love,
Mindful Miss T.
Mindful Miss T. 