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 teachersAnd 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 responding6 calm one-liners you can keep in your back pocket for the trickiest momentsWhy having scripts matters when your thinking brain goes offlineHow to redirect defiance without getting sucked into a power struggleLanguage that sets boundaries without shameWhy saying “I’m not here to argue with you” is low-key magicResources & Mentions:📥 Grab the FREE Calm Scripts Guide here: https://www.the-unteachables.com/calmscriptsNeed extra support? The Behaviour Club has your back: https://www.the-unteachables.com/tbcHave a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!RESOURCES AND MORE SUPPORT: Shop all resources Join The Behaviour Club My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change' Connect with me: Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables Check out my website

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