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In this episode of the Effective Teaching Podcast, we have a special guest, Jason Marshall, the host of the Inspiring Teacher Podcast and a coach for teachers aspiring to go into leadership roles. We delve into the importance of mindset in teaching and how it impacts both the teacher and the students. Jason emphasizes the significance of having the right mindset for personal and professional growth, as well as for providing the best education to students.

We dive into the concept of growth mindset versus fixed mindset and discuss the need for teachers to adopt a growth mindset. Jason shares insights on the reticular activating system (RAS) and how it filters the vast amount of information our brains receive. He highlights the importance of consciously choosing what to focus on and suggests simple practices, such as listening to inspiring podcasts or changing daily routes, to shift perspective and activate the RAS in a positive way.

I further elaborate on the reticular activating system and how it can be leveraged to shift mindset and promote a positive state of mind. I emphasize that even small changes like altering the music we listen to or engaging in movement can help change our perception and activate our RAS. The RAS filters out familiar or repetitive information but also responds to new and unique stimuli. Intentionally shifting our mindset, whether through body language, language used, or focusing on positive aspects, can have a profound impact.

Moving forward, we discuss the importance of staying focused on the present moment and avoiding getting caught up in thoughts about the past or future. By keeping our focus on the present, we can change our state and improve our productivity. I explain how being aware of our body posture and language can help shift to a calm state. We can take deep breaths, plant our feet on the floor, and speak positively to ourselves. Redirecting our focus from what needs to be done to what has already been accomplished is also beneficial.

We also explore how these concepts can be applied to students. By teaching them to focus on the present moment, we can help them manage stress and enhance their learning experience. Techniques like body awareness and positive self-talk can bring them back to the present moment and allow them to respond from a place of clarity rather than being influenced by their emotions.

Additionally, we touch upon how the practice of focusing on the present moment can contribute to personal growth and improvement as a teacher. Lack of confidence is a common struggle, but by employing techniques like focusing on confidence, body language, and positive outcomes, these challenges can be overcome. I share my own experience of adopting the superhero pose to boost confidence in difficult situations.

We also discuss the challenges of starting a new year and the possibility of experiencing burnout. I offer listeners a free checklist to help them stay calm and prepared for teaching. By implementing a daily check-in, they can avoid burnout. The checklist will be available on LinkedIn and shared in the show notes and emails.

I express gratitude to Jason for his valuable insights on the reticular activating system and his three-step process for teacher improvement. I encourage listeners to subscribe to the podcast and visit teacherspd.net for updates on episodes, videos, blogs, and courses to enhance teaching effectiveness.