#161 - Healing Toxic Selflessness in Education with Jen Rafferty

In this episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy is joined by Presenter, Author, and Certified Emotional Intelligence professional Jen Rafferty to talk about the importance of empowering teachers by giving them the opportunity and encouraging them to become better at what they do through programs that do not only better their skills but also allows them to become better mentally and emotionally.

Presenter and author Jen Rafferty started as a middle school music teacher for 15 years in Central New York. She is known for bringing her energy, humor, and expertise to her presentations while inspiring educators to stay connected to their “why.” Jen is a certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology.

Since its inception, the Empowered Educator has reached teachers and school leaders all over the world. Jen has been featured in Authority Magazine, Medium, Thrive Global and Voyage MIA. She is the author of the Amazon bestseller, A Place in the Staff: Finding Your Way as a Music Teacher.

Jen’s insatiable curiosity continues to make the Empowered Educator programs relevant and reflective of the most up-to-date research in mindset, leadership, and cognitive neuroscience. She is committed to inspiring teachers and school leaders to discover their voices and maintain healthy longevity throughout their careers.

Connect with Jen at:
Website: http://empowerededucator.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-rafferty-2209b31b7
FB: https://www.facebook.com/theempowerededucator/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenrafferty_

Show notes:
[4:28] Her journey as the Empowered Educator
[7:41] On the toxic selflessness within the educational system
[15:58] A teacher’s fear of showing emotions
[18:57] Join Dr. Tarryn's Business of Happiness Prosperity Coaching to redefine success on your terms. Check out www.thebizofhappiness.com and be the happiest business owner you know
[18:57] Emotion contagion between teachers and students
[26:18] What is the challenge that Jen is facing now?
[30:18] Jen’s courses and where you can find them
[31:20] What is Jen’s definition of happiness?
[32:57] Outro

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