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Are you an educator feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or like you’re surviving from one school holiday to the next? Wondering how to stay in this profession you love without sacrificing your wellbeing?

In this episode, I’m breaking down how behaviour is actually a nervous system response, not a discipline issue.

You’ll learn how to recognise what’s going on underneath the behaviour so you can respo…

In this episode, Olivia from Mindful Hearts Wellbeing shares how you can bring mindfulness into your classroom in simple, realistic ways without it feeling like “one more thing” on your to-do list.

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In this episode, I’m talking about how to support neurodivergent learners in your classroom without having to create a hundred individual plans.

Most classrooms aren’t built with neurodivergence in m…

Today, we’re joined by Dr. Amie Fabry, an early childhood educator, academic, researcher, policy consultant, and Director of Early Childhood at The Learning Future. Amie’s work focuses on building th…

Some student behaviours feel harder to handle than others. Some classroom management strategies don’t sit right with you, even though they’re supposed to “work.” Ever wondered why?

Your mindset shape…

On the EMpowered Podcast Takeover Series, psychologist Jacquie Ward joins us to talk about something every teacher needs to know. How to support highly sensitive children in the classroom.

Some child…

If you’ve ever felt like something is missing in your school community, whether it’s student engagement, teacher retention, or just a general sense of belonging, this episode is for you.

Guest host M…

Behaviour is communication and children act out when their needs aren’t met.

But what does that actually mean? And how do we meet their needs in the classroom in a way that helps them feel safe, conn…

Boundaries are often misunderstood, but when done right, they create safety, structure, and predictability. The key ingredients for a classroom where children feel secure and engaged.

If you’ve ever …

Trauma affects how children learn in the classroom. When children don’t feel safe, they cannot access the part of the brain required for learning. If you've ever wondered why some students seem const…

Rewards and punishments might seem like an easy way to manage behaviour, but do they actually work?

In this episode of the Beyond Behaviours series, I’m talking about why extrinsic rewards and puniti…

In this episode, I’m focusing on how you can set up your classroom and learning environment for 2025. It’s not about Pinterest-perfect displays but creating a purposeful, functional space where child…

Welcome to the first episode of the Beyond Behaviours series, where I’m sharing quick and actionable steps to help you create a conscious classroom that feels safe, structured, and supportive from da…

In this episode, you will learn how to set up your classroom this year to have a learning environment that’s safe and nurturing, where students can thrive both academically and socially.

If you’ve ev…

In this episode, I dive into the self-doubt and comparison trap that many educators, both new and experienced, find themselves stuck in.

If you’ve ever wondered why your brain zeroes in on what you’r…

In this episode, I’m reflecting on a massive 2024, both personally and professionally and sharing my intentions for 2025.

2024 was full of growth, messy moments, and beautiful lessons. I hope my refl…

Welcome back beautiful human!

In this episode, I’m sharing three simple habits that can truly improve your wellbeing over the holidays and into 2025. These strategies are designed to help you relax, …

In this episode, I want to help you wrap up the school year with intention and positivity.

Whether 2024 has been your best year yet or one filled with challenges, this episode will guide you through …

In this episode, I sit down with Marg Thorsborne and Joe Brummer, two incredible thought leaders in trauma-informed and restorative practices.

Together, they’ve written two books, Becoming a Trauma-I…