In this powerful episode of The Vocal Mind Podcast, we’re joined by emotional intelligence coach Courtney for a deep, eye-opening conversation about triggers in the classroom — and why mastering emotional regulation is more important than ever.
We ask the tough questions:
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Why are teachers and parents still getting emotionally activated by student behaviour?
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Why do we expect children to self-regulate when many adults were never taught how?
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What would happen if classrooms became safe spaces for emotional expression rather than punishment?
Through real-life stories and reflective insights, we uncover the root of teacher burnout, miscommunication, and power struggles with students — and trace it all back to one thing: emotional awareness.
Courtney shares:
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How to build co-regulation into daily routines
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The impact of unhealed childhood experiences on teaching styles
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What to say when you mess up in the heat of the moment
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How to reframe "bad behaviour" as a call for connection
We also explore:
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What true emotional mastery looks like
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How generational trauma can be broken through self-awareness
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Why emotional literacy should be as foundational as reading and math
This episode is not just for educators. It’s for:
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Parents who find themselves yelling and then feeling guilty
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Leaders who want to model emotional integrity in the workplace
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Youth mentors and mental health professionals seeking better ways to connect
Above all, this is for anyone ready to stop reacting — and start responding with intention, clarity, and compassion.
We believe this is the education revolution we need: less control, more connection. Less shaming, more understanding. Less “fixing kids,” more healing ourselves.
If we want emotionally literate students, we must first become emotionally literate adults.
Don’t miss this heart-centered, transformational conversation.
🎿 Listen to the full episode on The Classroom of a CEO Podcast 🔗 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-classroom-of-a-ceo/id1824963706
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🌿 Watch. Reflect. Share. Transform.Tirzah Elese: Classroom of a CEO: www.uconnecthub.com
Find out more about Courtney Carlson
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