TISConversations Heather T Forbes LCSW

Julie Strittmatter shares her love of yoga and explains the tremendous benefit yoga can have for students in the classroom. As a former teacher, she understands the dynamics of a classroom and how to incorporate yoga to help students refine their focus, become empowered to take on more challenges, develop more compassion, and build a stronger communal connection. Listen in to find out more!

Jim Sporleder's educational career took a major detour when he signed up to lead a "throw-away" school. In this episode, Jim shares stories of how he changed from a traditional to a heart-centered leadership approach as a principal. Through his captivating stories, you will gain valuable insights into the nature of consequences and accountability, asking instead of telling, changing the culture of an entire school, and much more!

Dr. Andrew Newberg is a neuroscientist who studies the relationship between brain function and various mental states. In this conversation, he explains how compassionate communication can help to calm neuro-connections that are wired for survival. Learn how to effectively connect with students with trust issues and how to reduce reactivity in times of stress.

Successfully setting and enforcing strong boundaries while holding students accountable takes working through a trauma-informed lens. Rather than adding more fear into students and expecting them to change through traditional discipline, we can support and empower them, giving them the tools they need to make long-term changes. Listen in to discover the difference between responsibility and accountability.

James Moffett, an extraordinary principal at Faris Elementary School in Kansas, joins Heather T. Forbes, LCSW for this powerful conversation filled with trauma-informed ideas and strategies. Listen in now to hear how James has implemented intentional strategies to override the barriers brought on by this pandemic and how he has been building a strong, loving, and empowered team this year!

Jasmyn Wright, author of "I'm Gonna Push Through!,"  joins Heather T. Forbes, LCSW for this heart-warming conversation on how to empower students to be in alignment with their best selves. Jasmyn shares how her experience as a teacher has shown that authenticity, vulnerability, and openness are essential to her students reaching their highest academic potential.