#63: Blame my brain! What's behind those big, bad, bold, and downright bloody baffling behaviours.

The Unteachables Podcast

In today's episode, we're diving deep into understanding behaviours driven by the stress response. This foundational knowledge is crucial for any teacher looking to transform their classroom into an island of safety for their students which nurtures connection, reduces anxiety, and promotes growth.

In this episode, I discuss:
1/ The stress response and behaviours: Gain insights into how the amygdala processes information and triggers fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses. Understanding this biological process is key to addressing student behaviours effectively.
2/ How to create a sense of felt safety in the classroom: Learn how to establish consistent boundaries, routines, and expectations to reduce anxiety and create a secure environment for your students.
3/ Responding appropriately (and effectively) to dysregulated behaviours: Classroom management strategies to handle stress-driven behaviours with empathy and support, avoiding punitive measures that can escalate the situation.
4/ Practical classroom management support: Explore practical ways to reduce the unknowns in the classroom by using visual aids, clear communication, and structured lesson plans to help students feel more in control and less anxious.

Referenced episodes of The Unteachables Podcast:

• Episode #32: "Teaching Kids with Big Baffling Behaviours: The Science of Opposition" with Robyn Gobble
• Episode #62. 'Apathetic' teenagers, post-pandemic classrooms, and finding all the glimmers with Dr Lori Desautels

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Chapters

1. #63: Blame my brain! What's behind those big, bad, bold, and downright bloody baffling behaviours. (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Behaviors Driven by Stress Response (00:00:07)

3. Creating Islands of Safety in Classroom (00:13:54)

4. Self-Compassion in the Classroom (00:18:15)