The Baffling Behavior Show {Parenting after Trauma} Ep. 106: Bringing Regulation to Educators with Emily Daniels
Dec 13, 2022
In this engaging conversation, Emily Daniels, a former school counselor and trauma-informed schools consultant, shares her insights on fostering emotional safety in classrooms. She dives into the importance of providing safety cues amid societal challenges like mass shootings. Emily highlights the necessity for educators to understand their own nervous systems before addressing student needs. She also discusses practical tools for creating nurturing learning environments that support both teachers and students in their emotional recovery.
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Understanding Felt Safety
- Felt safety in classrooms goes beyond physical security measures like lockdowns or metal detectors.
- Real safety comes from relational cues and environments that foster belonging and connection.
Power of Welcome in Schools
- Emily shared a personal story about visiting a private school with her daughter during COVID.
- A welcoming banner and friendly students greeting visitors gave powerful cues of safety and belonging.
Track and Befriend Your Nervous System
- Educators must first track their own dysregulation by locating sensations of stress in their bodies.
- Becoming aware of personal nervous system states helps educators shift into regulation and better support students.
