Best Robyn Gobbel Podcasts (2025)

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EP 227: Nothing Works! Are you burned out on tools? 36:46

3d ago36:46

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Part of why you keep listening to this podcast is for parenting tools and strategies, right?? So, what do we do when it feels like nothing is working?! What’s really going on when parenting tools feel useless and you want to shout “THIS ISN’T WORKING?! In this episode, you’ll learn: Why parenting tools “work” when they come from connection, not pro…

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#129: The exact one-liners I use in the classroom when responding to defiant or challenging behaviour (and why every teacher needs these!) 18:20

4d ago18:20

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What to do when a student flat-out says NO [Get the FREE Calm Scripts Guide: https://www.the-unteachables.com/calmscripts] Let’s talk about the moment every teacher dreads: You’ve asked a student to follow an instruction… and they just say “No.” Or ignore you. Or crank the volume on their phone. Or knock the work off the table. Whether it’s passive…

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#128: 4 ways imposter syndrome shows up for teachers in the classroom (and what you needed to know YESTERDAY to overcome it) 20:12

10d ago20:12

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The imposter syndrome episode every teacher needs. You’re in the classroom, trying your best, showing up with good intentions… but there it is. That sneaky voice that whispers: “Maybe I’m not cut out for this.” Sound familiar? Yeah. Me too. In this episode, I’m walking you through four of the biggest ways imposter syndrome has crept into my teachin…

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EP 226: The Power of Delight in Parenting Kids with BBBs 33:42

11d ago33:42

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I know- sometimes it feels impossible to feel delight toward your child. I get it! BUT! If you can find even micro-moments of delight, it can be very powerful for both you and your child. In this episode, you'll learn: How is delight related to secure attachment The science behind why it’s sometimes very hard to find delight in kids with vulnerable…

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#127: I met the King, and he asked me a question about the work I do with classroom management I was NOT expecting 17:21

17d ago17:21

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Wait, did I just explain classroom management to the King?! Yep. That happened. In this episode, I’m giving you a front seat to one of the most bizarre, surreal, and pinch-me experiences of my life — being invited to Buckingham Palace and getting to literally talk to King Charles about what we do as educators. But more importantly, I want to unpack…

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EP 225: How to Stay Curious When Behavior Makes No Sense 30:45

18d ago30:45

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When your child’s behavior leaves you feeling confused, frustrated, or even hopeless, staying curious might be the last thing on your mind. But curiosity is actually SO COOL! It’s both a parenting strategy AND a nervous system state. In this episode, we’ll explore how to access curiosity, even when behavior makes no sense, and how that curiosity he…

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EP 224: Is Behavior Change the Goal? 34:10

25d ago34:10

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When you're dealing with whining, hitting, defiance, back talk…well, of course you want it to stop. But what if behavior change isn’t actually the place to start? Not for long-term behavior change, at least. In this episode, I explore why behavior change does matter, but why it’s not the first goal, especially for kids with vulnerable nervous syste…

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#126: How to support staff mindset shifts around behaviour approaches 16:16

25d ago16:16

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This episode is in response to a great question: How do you support staff through mindset shifts? Whether you’re leading a team or just quietly modelling a new way of doing things, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS: Why change feels so threatening – and what’s really underneath the resistance How to lead culture change without lec…

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EP 223: What a Trigger REALLY Is 38:48

1M ago38:48

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Have you ever freaked out at your child and then later thought, “Where did that come from?” Yup, that’s being triggered! In this episode, we’ll unpack the neuroscience behind why we get triggered, what memory processing has to do with it, and how to find your way back to presence and connection. In this episode, you’ll learn: The anatomy of a trigg…

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#125: Q&A: Dealing with the class clown, when students gang up on you, and motivating unmotivated learners. 20:35

1M ago20:35

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This week I’m doing something a little different – answering your questions! I asked over on Instagram what you needed support with when it comes to behaviour, and wow… you delivered. In this episode, I’m giving practical advice for three of the big ones: What to do when students gang up on you How to motivate learners who refuse to try How to mana…

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Ep. 222: Lying, Stealing, Regression & Baby Talk 39:03

1M ago39:03

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Why do kids sometimes - or a lot of the time! - suddenly act much younger…or sneakier?! In this episode, we use Dr. Bruce Perry’s concept of state-dependent functioning to reframe some of the baffling behaviors as signs of stress, not signs of defiance. If you want to dive deeper into this topic, join us over in The Club. In June 2025, we’re having…

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#124: What to do when you’ve tried it all (and behaviour is STILL a battle). 11:22

1M ago11:22

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You’ve followed the advice. You’ve implemented the strategies. You’ve worked your heart out – and still, that one student just isn’t responding. It feels hopeless. Like nothing’s shifting. Like all your effort is for nothing. If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I’ve tried everything, and it’s not working,” this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISOD…

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Ep. 221: A Brain-Based Way to Understand Baffling Behavior 29:55

2M ago29:55

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Could you use a short refresher about what I mean when I say your child’s "owl brain flew away"? Or do yoRu know someone who is willing to listen to a short explanation of how you’re approaching your child’s baffling behaviors? In this episode, I revisit - briefly- what behavior really is and the owl, watchdog, and possum brain metaphor. I explain …

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#123: How to stand tall and confident in front of your class (even in the midst of some tough as heck behaviours) 16:21

2M ago16:21

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One thing nobody tells you before you step into a classroom is just how much behaviour will challenge you. Not just your strategies. You. Your nervous system. Your confidence. Your sense of self. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really feels like to manage behaviour in the moment – especially when you’re young, new, or not naturally loud …

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EP 220: Mini Pep-Talk for When You Feel Like You’re Failing 19:29

2M ago19:29

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If you’ve clicked on this episode because you’re feeling like you're failing—at parenting, at keeping it together, at helping your child—I'm really glad you’re here. Because first, I want you to know this: you’re not failing. You’re doing something incredibly hard. Parenting a child with a vulnerable nervous system, whether your child has been impa…

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#122: “Miss, that deserves a detention!!” When students tell you how to do your job. 13:27

2M ago13:27

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Students telling you who deserves a detention or questioning why you didn’t sanction someone? It’s frustrating, undermining – and it adds to the noise when you’re already handling behaviour. If this culture is creeping into your classroom, this episode will guide you on what to do next! IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS: Why this dynamic is so frustrating…

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Ep 219: 20 Non-Therapy Therapeutic Interventions 48:52

2M ago48:52

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If your kid refuses therapy, what other options are there? Or maybe they don’t refuse therapy, but you’d still like to increase the therapeutic support for your child and family. Here are 20 different non-therapy therapeutic supports based on Dr. Perry’s work of ‘moments of healing’ and experiences that are rhythmic, repetitive, relational, and som…

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#121: 4 steps to building confidence in your classroom management 19:35

2M ago19:35

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If you’re drowning in behaviour… If you’re thinking, “I actually can’t keep doing this”… If you’re exhausted from trying everything and nothing’s sticking… You are not alone. And you are not the problem. Confidence in classroom management can come with time and experience. But often, it doesn’t. That’s why I created a clear path forward. In this ep…

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#120: Your teaching IS your classroom management. Here are 3 ways to make it work for you 17:23

2M ago17:23

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You’re trying to support every student – but the second you lean in to help one, the rest of the class starts to drift. The volume rises. The off-task behaviour begins. And you feel pulled in every direction. It’s overwhelming. It’s exhausting. And it’s not sustainable. In this episode, we break down why this keeps happening – and what to do instea…

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Ep 218: Questions to ask a Potential Therapist 52:47

2M ago52:47

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Have you ever wondered what types of questions you should ask a new therapist to assess how well they understand behaviors through the lens of the nervous system? No need to take notes during this episode, I created downloadable handouts you can access with just one click. Listen to the episode then head over to my website! PLEASE NOTE. These are s…

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Ep. 217: Co-Regulating? Or Masking? 32:46

2M ago32:46

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Kids with vulnerable nervous systems need more co-regulation than other kids their age and yes it’s exhausting. Did you know it’s possible to be GOOD exhausted and not just BAD exhausted?!?! It’s you’re chronically exhausted, you’re probably not doing as much co-regulation as you are masking how dysregulated you are. And hey- no judgment here! This…

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#119: Are calm corners worth having in secondary classrooms? 24:21

2M ago24:21

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Calm corners look great online – but in reality? Students can ignore them, misuse them, or turn them into a hangout spot. You’re left wondering if they’re even worth it in a busy secondary classroom where time, space, and structure are limited. You want to support emotional regulation, but not at the expense of learning. I’ll take you through how I…

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Ep. 216: "On Purpose" Behavior 38:12

3M ago38:12

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Have you ever wondered how those behaviors that feel 'on purpose' fit into this nervous system approach? They feel so intentional! Like there is so much Owl-brain thought involved. But they certainly aren't behaviors of connection!!! This episode will: Demystify 'on purpose' behaviors Remind you to always consider regulation, connection, and felt s…

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#118: The number one reason you’re finding behaviour tough right now 15:18

3M ago15:18

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You’re not failing at behaviour because you’re “just not cut out for it.” And no, it’s not because you don’t have that magic voice or commanding presence either. The truth? Most of us simply weren’t taught how to manage behaviour effectively. And it shows – not because we’re not trying hard enough, but because no one gave us the tools to begin with…

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Ep. 215: The #1 Ingredient of Self Regulation 46:19

3M ago46:19

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Monitoring and modifying are the two essential elements of regulation. ~ Dr. Dan Siegel When we really understand what makes up the skill of self-regulation, we can be more intentional about helping our kids develop those skills. We can also be more understanding and compassionate when they aren't able to use those skills! This episode explores the…

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#117: What to prioritise when big behaviours bubble up in the lesson. 8:31

3M ago8:31

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You're in the middle of a lesson, focused on delivering content, when a student walks in displaying behaviours that signal things are about to escalate. Maybe they look angry, and you know they have the potential to become physical. Maybe they’re swearing, laughing, and trying to draw in the rest of the class. Maybe they walk in and tip over a chai…

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EP 214: Helping Kids with Medical Trauma with Rose LaPiere 49:24

3M ago49:24

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Medical trauma can feel confusing because in many circumstances, we are seeking out the very medical interventions that our kids experience as traumatic. Trauma is in the eye of the beholder. Some kids experience trauma due to their time in the NICU. Some kids experience trauma at the dentist. Some kids experience trauma due to an emergency or acci…

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#116: Quick Win Challenge! 5 brilliant behaviour reflection strategies you can start using immediately 8:23

3M ago8:23

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When I engage with students about their behaviour, it’s often just a conversation between us. But sometimes, having a structured reflection task can make a huge difference. Reflection is a skill that needs to be taught, modelled, and practised. These tasks help students problem-solve, build self-awareness, and develop emotional regulation. In this …

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#115: Brain breaks are my secret sauce for student engagement. Here are my 3 I can't live without! 13:29

3M ago13:29

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Check out my Brain Break Bundle! As a secondary English teacher, I used to struggle with the idea of brain breaks. The pressure to get through content and prepare students for exams felt too overwhelming to justify stopping for “games.” But my classroom culture was suffering. Students were stressed, disengaged, and burnt out—especially during heavy…

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Ep. 213: Resentment & Parenting 44:02

3M ago44:02

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Resentment. We’ve all felt it. Very little about this parenting journey has gone according to plan. We’ve done the hard work- the never-ending work actually - of rewiring everything we thought we knew about behavior, what it means to be human, how to parent, and how to have a family. Some days we do it without a second thought. Some days are full o…

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#114: Quick Win Challenge! Use this technique for smooth, stress-free, and energy-saving transitions. 3:14

4M ago3:14

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple yet powerful transition technique that can help you regain student attention without raising your voice or using unnecessary energy. Transitions can be one of the trickiest parts of classroom management. Picture this: students are engaged in a group task, there’s movement, chatter, and productive chaos, but …

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#113: 1 powerful shift to make in your behaviour chats to create more change 11:41

4M ago11:41

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One of the most powerful shifts we can make when addressing student behaviour is to stop lecturing and start leading. Instead of telling students what they did wrong, we need to ask the right questions to guide them toward reflection, accountability, and change. Lecturing rarely leads to buy-in. It is one of William Glasser’s seven disconnecting ha…

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Ep. 212: Are We Just Rewarding Bad Behavior? 45:12

4M ago45:12

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One of the harder things to navigate when shifting to a nervous system lens on behavior is the feeling that a lot of the strategies seem like they are rewarding bad behavior. Strategies that invite regulation, connection, and felt safety are usually strategies that feel good. If our kids feel good after bad behavior, will they have MORE bad behavio…

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#112: Quick Win Challenge! How to get students to care about the consequence (and why their buy-in definitely matters) 7:11

4M ago7:11

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There are strong opinions when it comes to consequences in schools. Some believe in strict enforcement—"do the crime, do the time"—while others advocate for restorative conversations and plans. Regardless of approach, one thing remains essential: we need student buy-in for consequences to be effective. Without buy-in, consequences lose their impact…

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Ep. 211: Hard? Too Hard? For PARENTS!!! 28:22

4M ago28:22

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We talk a lot about hard very too hard for your kids (thanks Amanda Diekman for that hard vs. too hard language!). But have you considered applying that concept to yourself? This is intensive parenting! Far beyond when parenting is supposed to get less intensive, you’re still giving super-hero level scaffolding, supervision and co-regulation - and …

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#111: What moving countries with a toddler reinforced about classroom management and behaviour. 14:42

4M ago14:42

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In this episode, I reflect on my recent move from New Zealand to Australia and the unexpected lessons it reinforced about classroom management. Moving is always challenging, but relocating with a toddler highlighted the profound impact of predictability and structure on behaviour. This experience reaffirmed a key classroom management principle: pre…

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{BONUS} Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior- webinar replay 55:15

4M ago55:15

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This BONUS episode is the audio from my FREE webinar, Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior. This webinar aired lived on 02/04/2025. You can watch the video webinar for free over at https://RobynGobbel.com/webinar You can also download the free, accompanying resources, including: eBook, fridge sheets about the Owl, Watchdog, and Possum, al…

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Ep 210: Sabotage and Being Set Up 36:12

4M ago36:12

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It’s very common to feel like our kids are either intentionally sabotaging good things or that they are purposefully setting us up to be mad or disappointed or to have to say no. You aren’t imagining this phenomenon! All humans do it, but our kids with vulnerable nervous system and big, baffling behaviors may seem like they do it more often. In thi…

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#110: Is a 40-hour work week achievable for teachers? Today's guest Angela Watson says YES! 38:14

4M ago38:14

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Feeling overwhelmed by endless lesson planning and grading? Struggling to maintain work-life balance? Unsure how AI can help lighten your workload? In this episode, I chat with the incredible Angela Watson, veteran educator, instructional coach, and creator of the Truth for Teachers podcast. Angela has spent years helping teachers streamline their …

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#109: Quick Win Challenge! When behaviour happens, stop and ask this one question. 5:46

4M ago5:46

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing a personal story that shaped how I approach behaviour and relationships in the classroom, and how a single moment of connection can shift everything. IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS: A deeply personal story from my school days: How one teacher’s unexpected response broke down my tough exterior. Why connection is key: The …

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Ep. 209: No One is Coming to Save Us 44:18

4M ago44:18

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It took me a looooooong time to really truly believe and understand that- no one is coming to save me. I had to do the hard work to take responsibility for my own triggers, my own nervous system, my own change. This only happened after oodles and oodles of safety, connection, and co-regulation. Maybe you, like me, have held onto the hope that someo…

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#108: "Shut up miss, you're a sh!t teacher, your lessons suck!" How to respond when behaviours get really personal. 21:52

4M ago21:52

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WARNING: This episode has a lot of swearing in it!! Dealing with the challenging behaviours are never easy, especially when they feel personal. That's why in today's episode, I wanted to talk through one of my own experiences, how I dealt with it, and the lessons we can take away. SOME KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Connection First: Even when be…

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#107: Quick Win Challenge! Put it on a Post-it. 5:16

4M ago5:16

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Do you feel stuck in a constant cycle of addressing challenging behaviour in the classroom? What if there was a small, intentional act that could shift the focus, rebuild trust, and nurture the emotional wellbeing of your most challenging students? In this episode of Quick Wins, we explore a simple yet powerful strategy called Positive Post-Its. Th…

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Ep. 208: Bravely Being With Grief with Rose LaPiere 50:42

5M ago50:42

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Rose LaPiere LPC, RPT-S, and ACS invites into a space of safety and connection so we can make room for grief. Rose brings her own experiences of grief to her work as a play therapist (and co-leader in Robyn’s immersive training program for parenting professionals, Being With) so she can bravely welcome in, and be with, her client’s big, at times ov…

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#106: Steal these 10 exit tasks for better engagement, behaviour, and calm end to the lesson. 12:17

5M ago12:17

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Exit tasks Exit slips Plenaries Whatever you want to call them... ...they are SO much more than just a tool to consolidate learning or tick off reflection and self-assessment boxes. When used effectively, they: 👉 Reinforce engagement and behaviour expectations. 👉 Encourage work completion by becoming part of your routine. 👉 Show students you care i…

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#105: Quick Win Challenge! Pick up the phone. 4:15

5M ago4:15

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In this episode, I explore one of the simplest yet most powerful tools in your emotional piggybank investment toolkit: positive phone calls home. These small acts of connection can have a monumental impact! IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS: Why positive phone calls are a game-changer, including how they build trust and transform relationships with studen…

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Ep. 207: Is It Time to Raise the Bar? 39:53

5M ago39:53

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You’ve lowered stress and demands. You’ve reframed your child’s behavior as a response from their autonomic nervous system. You’ve worked hard to help your child’s stress response system rest and begin to heal Now what? In this episode, you’ll learn How rest is only one part of the healing process The importance of reintroducing stress The differen…

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#104: My 3 non-negotiable exit routines to make the final 15 minutes feel less like crowd control 17:08

5M ago17:08

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Does this sound familiar? The final moments of your lesson feel chaotic... unfinished, rushed work, students hovering by the door, mess everywhere, disruption, noise, and disorganisation leaving you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? If this sounds all too familiar, you are not alone. The good news is that with consistent, simple exit routines, yo…

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#103: Quick Win Challenge! The power of hello. 7:10

5M ago7:10

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This week’s challenge is all about warm welcomes. While it sounds simple, doing it with intention and consistency can completely transform the culture and community in your classroom. IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS: Why warm welcomes matter, and how greeting each student contributes to their emotional piggy bank, boosts buy-in, and improves behaviour. …

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Ep. 206: Punishment Free Parenting with Jon Fogel 1:08:11

5M ago1:08:11

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Jon Fogel is a dad who combined his passion for parenting, neuroscience, and impacting the world to create a viral social media account (@wholeparent) and then to publish his book, Punishment-Free Parenting. Jon and I get lost in some pretty deep topics together, including How he helps parents make huge parenting shifts How parenting with punishmen…

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