Bonus: How Small Moments Reveal Big Stress in Schools with Charle Peck
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RSS Feed Sometimes it’s not the crisis itself that breaks us - it’s the little moments afterward. The forgotten email. The sharp tone. The student who suddenly shuts down. In this heartfelt November episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck explore how acute stress silently weaves its way through classrooms and campuses after life-altering moments—both personal and collective. From community tragedies to quiet, unseen struggles, they unpack how stress reshapes behavior, focus, and emotional connection among students and staff alike. Drawing from real stories, they share what to look for when stress hides behind perfectionism, irritability, or withdrawal—and how small acts of compassion can change the course of someone’s day. You’ll hear practical strategies to help educators and leaders:
- Recognize subtle signs of stress before they erupt into burnout or meltdown
- Create “micro-moments” of recovery and regulation throughout the school day
- Lead with empathy while maintaining healthy boundaries and routines
- Use reflection, humor, and movement to strengthen community and connection
This episode is a gentle reminder that healing doesn’t happen in grand gestures...it happens in the small moments of noticing, listening, and leading with heart. -- FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudy
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- Explore the Root Causes of Behavior
- Respond with Intentionality
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