This episode is a big warm hug and a practical roadmap for every teacher who’s ever thought: “How the heck am I supposed to stay calm when they’re pushing ALL my buttons?!”

I’m diving into a juicy listener Q&A all about what to do in those real-deal, fight-flight-freeze moments in the classroom. And spoiler alert: it’s not about becoming a Zen monk who never reacts. It’s about having scripts, self-awareness, and a bit of self-compassion ready to roll.

In this episode, I walk you through:

My own messy moments (because YES, I’m a very imperfect human too)
The neuroscience behind your snapping point (hello, barking guard dog 🐶)
What emotional regulation really looks like for teachers
And my top 6 behaviour one-liners that will save you from spiralling.

So whether you’re already consciously incompetent 😬 or just starting to build awareness, this episode will meet you where you’re at, with practical tools to make it all a bit easier.

What you’ll learn:

The difference between reacting and responding
6 calm one-liners you can keep in your back pocket for the trickiest moments
Why having scripts matters when your thinking brain goes offline
How to redirect defiance without getting sucked into a power struggle
Language that sets boundaries without shame
Why saying “I’m not here to argue with you” is low-key magic

Resources & Mentions:

📥 Grab the FREE Calm Scripts Guide here: https://www.the-unteachables.com/calmscripts
Need extra support? The Behaviour Club has your back: https://www.the-unteachables.com/tbc

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RESOURCES AND MORE SUPPORT:

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#150: Students pushing your buttons? These 6 one-liners will save you!