Episode Highlights:

In this illuminating episode, uncover the deep connections between human behavior and how we engage with those around us. Here's what you'll discover:

• The ‘Why’ of the Brain: Gain a deeper understanding of the core reasons behind human actions. This knowledge can completely shift how we relate to students, colleagues, and loved ones.
  
• 3 Primary Drivers: Explore the essential factors that drive behavior and learn how they shape our interactions, both in and out of the classroom.
  
• Real-Life Insights: Julia Rose opens up about her personal experiences, both from high school and spending her lunchtime with her favorite Math teacher (shoutout Judson Miller!), as well as her time as an Admissions Assistant at a private school, offering a first hand example of how one of these drivers can manifest with a concerned parent.
  
• Practical Tools for Empathy: Learn how recognizing the motivations behind people's actions can help foster more compassionate and effective communication—transforming the way we handle conflicts and build relationships.
  
• Empathy Over Reaction: Shift from reacting to surface-level behaviors to understanding and even speaking to the underlying needs and fears that influence others.
  

Julia Rose Polk, a licensed marriage and family therapist, invites educators to reflect on how their schools are implementing trauma-informed practices. Whether you're just beginning or are deep into the process, this episode offers invaluable tips and insights for creating trauma-responsive learning environments that truly support every student.

Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation that will help you build stronger, more empathetic connections with everyone around you!

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