Beneath the noise, the fatigue, and daily fires you put out, there are behavior patterns. There are signals and then moments of growth. Today we're looking at what we saw, why it mattered, and how these insights can guide you toward a steadier, more connected classroom for the rest of the school year.  These are a couple of the studies I mentioned that were done on student behavior: IJRIAR-40.pdf, Relationship Between Behavior and Academic Performance: Basis for an Intervention.  GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

You are essential to the success of your students but how do you hold it all together? In this episode, we explore simple, research-backed tools to safeguard your mental health in a busy, chaotic time. You'll find practical tips to reduce stress, build resilience, and create space for joy. These will help you thrive, not just survive!  GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Blending structure with flexibility by using mindful breaks, hight-interest activities, and daily routines will help channel your students energy productively. That is the goal this last week before Winter Break! Hopefully, the strategies and activities discussed today will encourage and motivate you! You got this!   “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course list to receive 10% off and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

As the holidays approach, classrooms can feel both joyful and overwhelming. Today we're unwrapping creative, trauma informed behavior incentives that bring festive fun without adding stress. So, grab your hot cocoa, settle in, and let's explore how holiday incentives can spark joy, connection, and resilience in your classroom! “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course list to receive 10% off and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Today we're diving into creative seasonal ways to bring warmth, mindfulness, and emotional connection into your classroom during the colder months. From snowball Share to Growth Blizzard Board, we'll share engaging activities that not only support SEL (social emotional learning) but also foster a cozy, compassionate classroom. This episode is packed with tools to help your students thrive during these winter months. Your FREE Winter Wellness SEL Activities Resource is here: https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/pl/2148727675   “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course list to receive 10% off and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!   https://a.co/d/iFwFezb     “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Choosing to be grateful influences a growth mindset which helps shape more positive behavior! “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course list to receive 10% off and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY! https://a.co/d/iFwFezb “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through the Power of Journaling” If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others! Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways…. Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class Book a FREE Strategy Call Today: https://calendly.com/4behavior Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com, Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class

When your brain is wired by gratitude it promotes emotional resilience, empathy, and well-being, which is grounded in solid science. The brain is a powerful organ that has a reward system, has the ability for neuroplasticity, helps regulate emotions, improve immune function and more. All of these can affect your students behavior. A grateful, thankful brain enhances your mental and physical health. How can you put this into action today? Listen in for 4 ways to put gratefulness to work for you and your students.   RESOURCES from todays episode: The Neuroscience of Gratitude & Its Effects on the Brain, The Science of Gratitude: How It Changes Your Mind, The Neuroscience of Gratitude: How Being Thankful Rewires Your Brain   “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course list to receive 10% off and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn

Being intentional in cultivating practices, mindsets, and environments that sustain happiness, resilience, and gratitude are important, even when life is hard. All of these can have a positive impact on your students but how and why should this matter to you? Listen in for practical steps to fuel joy and impact your students behavior for the better. “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Gratitude is most powerful when its consistent, authentic, and relational. It's not about ignoring hardship but about balancing perspective - training your mind to notice what sustains us, even in difficulty. You won't want to miss this!   “Join the Become a Behavior Pro course and start transforming your classroom” https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/joinus         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn

Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions and one of the most demanding. When behavior escalates, you're caught between maintaining order and preserving connection. The key to thriving isn't picking one over the other but about equipping you with tools that balance structure and empathy. Listen in and see what step you're going to use today! Become the teacher who responds to challenging student behavior with skill and not stress. Sign up today to be the first to access, Become a Behavior Pro online course, available on November 5. https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/triedeverything    GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   Get your FREE Cheat Sheet:Effective Strategies for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Every educator knows the weight of those moments when a students behavior feels bigger than the tools you have in your hands. You scramble to react and try to protect all your students in your classroom but your wrong reaction could lead to more escalation in your struggling student. So what do you do? Today's episode will give you the tools you need to be prepared so that you can respond with skill and help de-escalate that challenging student behavior/s.   GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb       “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   Get your FREE Cheat Sheet:Effective Strategies for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

One of the most powerful tools for shaping behavior is relationships. Too often behavior is framed as a problem to be fixed but we should shift our thinking since behavior is communication. We should be asking, what are they trying to tell us? Relationships can be the bridge to understanding behavior. These builds trust and safety creating a trauma-informed classroom where your students are engaged in their learning. Today you'll learn about tools and resources that you can begin to use right now.   Here are some of Andrew's resources that he discuss: Relate-to-Educate-Relational-Guidance.pdf Improving Student Outcomes Through Restorative Practices | Learning Policy Institute 101 Inclusive Get-to-Know-You Questions for Students [+ PDF Download]     GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb     “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”   Get your FREE Cheat Sheet: Effective Strategies for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn

Who wants to grow a thriving classroom? There is power in predictable systems/routines  - the small, intentional structures that create big shifts in safety, trust, and learning. They reduce stress, free up your student's mental energy, and gives you and your students the gift of consistency. This is an evidence-based practice that yields great results for your classroom! “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”           GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                        Get your FREE Cheat Sheet:Effective Strategies for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn

She is the author of "Bounce: Help your Child Build Resilience and Thrive in School, Sports, and Life" where she talks about the 7 Pillars of Resilience. This is what she shares today so you can create a supportive environment that encourages students to take risks, learn and grow from their mistakes and encourages their peers to do the same. Get ready to be inspired! Connect with Dr. Kate Lund and learn more about her other book on becoming a resilient parent, "Step Away From Stress. Step Into Resilience." Kate Lund “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”           GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                        Get your FREE Cheat Sheet:Effective Strategies for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Every classroom has its stories—the moments that make us laugh, the ones that test our patience, and the ones that remind us why we teach in the first place. In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on real student behavior stories. Whether you’re a new teacher searching for guidance or a seasoned educator looking for fresh perspective, you’ll find both validation and practical takeaways here. Let’s dive into the real-life moments that shape our classrooms—and the strategies that help us respond with skill, not stress. “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”           GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                        Get your Cheat Sheet for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn

Every word a teacher speaks carries weight-sculpting your student's sense of self, safety, and possibility. In trauma-informed classrooms, language is more than instruction, it becomes intervention. Today we'll discuss how being intentional with your words can make or break your student, in 4 areas of influence. “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”           GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                        Get Effective Strategies for Emotional Regulation by signing up here: diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/opt-in   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

Executive functioning and emotional regulation are intertwined in the brains self-management system. Why does this matter? We sometimes assume students are just lazy or are refusing but they may just lack the skills to plan, organize, and have impulse control. Today you'll learn how and why this affects your students' behavior and what strategies can improve this system to help your students' succeed in your classroom. Get your Emotional Regulation Planner Today! https://diane-bachman.mykajabi.com/signup   “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”         GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                          If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn

Did you know that the brain's structure and chemistry respond to emotional environments? Actually, learning is biologically impossible without emotional safety. Today we dive into ways you can help your students create new neural pathways, neuroplasticity, so they're not stuck in survival mode.   “Enhance Your Student’s Health, Wellness, and Stress Relief Through  the Power of Journaling”           GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb                          A must have, your FREE Student Behavior Cheat Sheet, https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/Q5MdO4n/cheatsheet   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Sign up today to get the latest on student behavior and how you can enhance your skill in handling it with the Behavior Boost Newsletter. Sign up to Stay in Touch!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn  

The start of a new school year is supposed to feel like a fresh chapter—sharpened pencils, clean notebooks, and a sense of possibility. But for so many teachers it also brings exhaustion before the first bell even rings. Today, we’re unpacking back-to-school burnout: why it happens, how it shows up, and most importantly, what you can do to protect your energy and well-being during one of the busiest seasons of the year. Whether you’re a teacher or educator, this conversation is about more than just surviving—it’s about building a school year you can thrive in!  

Today I chat with Mario Lodge, a wellness coach including, nutrition and fitness, who is also completing Chiropractor school. With over a decade of experience studying student wellness, he shares four powerful tips to help your students boost their well‑being — and, in turn, become stronger, more focused learners. Each tip comes with clear, actionable steps you can start using right away. You won't want to miss this! Connect with Mario for more tips, (5) Instagram BE PREPARED THIS YEAR by boosting your student’s health and wellness while relieving stress through journaling!           GET YOUR STUDENT BEHAVIOR JOURNAL on AMAZON TODAY!                                             https://a.co/d/iFwFezb         Become A Behavior Pro: Mastering Challenging Student Behavior - the ultimate online course for educators seeking classroom control, trauma-informed strategies, and student behavior solutions.  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/SpNSUN0                     A must have, your FREE Student Behavior Cheat Sheet, https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/Q5MdO4n/cheatsheet   If you found today’s episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, IHeart, or wherever you’re listening. Your voice matters and will help others!   Sign up today to get the latest on student behavior and how you can enhance your skill in handling it with the Behavior Boost Newsletter. Sign up to Stay in Touch!   Is there a behavior topic you would like to hear or hear more of? We can chat through any of these ways….   Website: Behavior Strategies 4 Class    Book a FREE Strategy Call Today:  https://calendly.com/4behavior    Let’s Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com,    Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class (193) Diane Bachman - YouTube (25) Diane Bachman | LinkedIn