The Language of Behavior

In this uplifting conversation on The Language of Behavior, Charle Peck sits down with author, consultant, and continuous improvement expert Lainie Rowell to explore how gratitude and intentional noticing can transform stressed-out schools and organizations from the inside out. Lainie introduces her Notice–Evolve–Thrive framework and shares the science-backed reason “notice” is the essential first step in healing, behavior change, and culture work.​Together, Charle and Lainie unpack practical strategies leaders can use tomorrow, including “bright spots walks” with sticky notes, gratitude emails, and simple rituals that honor often-overlooked staff and students. They dig into why shifting from a deficit lens to a strengths-focused one matters for mental health, and how practices like the praise-to-correction ratio and Gottman’s “bids for connection” shape relationships, resilience, and behavior across a system.​About Lainie Rowell:Lainie Rowell is an educator, author, podcaster, and international consultant who specializes in working with other educators to find innovative and sustainable ways to transform teaching and learning. Her areas of expertise include online/blended learning, designing innovative learning experiences, professional learning, and community building.During her more almost 25 years in education, Lainie has taught elementary, secondary, and higher education. She also served in a district-level leadership position supporting 22,000 students and 1,200 teachers at 33 schools.As a consultant, Lainie's client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. Lainie is a TEDx Speaker with more than 15 years of experience presenting at regional, national, and international conferences including Building Learning Communities (BLC) and the Leadership 3.0 Symposium.Lainie was a contributor to the 2019 National Standards for Quality Online Teaching and on the 2014 Blended Learning Teacher Competency Framework committee.Since 2014, Lainie has been a consultant for the Orange County Department of Education's Institute for Leadership Development facilitating professional learning for administrators.From 2010-2014, Lainie served as the Program Coordinator for Leading Edge Certification, a national certification program in educational technology and curriculum innovation created by an Alliance of nonprofits, universities and educational agencies. She led the creation and curation of all four certifications, Online and Blended Teacher, Administrator, Digital Educator, and Professional Learning Leader.Lainie is honored to be an Apple Distinguished Educator, Google for Education Certified Trainer, and Google for Education Certified Innovator. She has also been recognized as Teacher of the Year and was featured in OC Family Magazine as one of 10 Teachers Making a Difference. In 2011, she was elected to CUE's Board of...

In this New Year’s episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck tackle a question they hear constantly from educators: “How do I know if behavior is trauma or just manipulation?” Kicking off 2026 with honesty and nuance, they unpack why this either/or framing rarely fits real students and explain a crucial distinction: manipulation is a learned skill, while trauma is a fast, reflexive survival response in the nervous system.​Charlie explains how trauma and attachment wounds can, over time, create patterns that look manipulative, and why “trauma explains behavior but does not excuse it.” Together, Josh and Charle explore:​How trauma responses show up inconsistently as triggers in the environment changeHow manipulation shows up as a predictable pattern with a clear payoffWhy adults cannot regulate someone else’s nervous system—and what healthy co-regulation actually looks likeThe critical difference between guilt (“I did something wrong”) and shame (“I am bad”) when helping students repair harm​They also zoom out to the adult side: how a teacher’s own history with manipulative family members can intensify reactions to students, and why therapy, self-awareness, and regulation skills are leadership tools—not luxuries. Packed with practical language, boundaries-focused strategies, and nervous system-informed insight, this episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to hold both compassion and accountability in schools.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook:...

In this timely holiday episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck answer a pressing question many educators are asking: “Student behavior is shifting—what can we do differently in the new year?” As schools head into the spring semester and the pressure of state testing ramps up, they unpack why behavior often spikes and how leaders can respond with intention instead of exhaustion.​Josh and Charle walk listeners through the power of creating a Relationship Action Team (or any grassroots cohort) to move from isolated frustration to collective problem-solving. They outline a guiding question for leaders—Who needs to be on my action team to support clarity, accountability, and regulation?—and explain why adult stability and nervous system regulation are non‑negotiable for any behavior plan. From designing systems that actually work, to revisiting referral processes and behavior matrices, they show how small, diverse teams can challenge “we’ve always done it this way” and build structures that truly support students and staff.​Perfect for school leaders, coaches, and teacher‑leaders, this episode offers a practical blueprint for using the new year as a launchpad for culture change—so your 2026 behavior plan is more than a wish list.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience

In this powerful holiday episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charlie Peck unpack a question from their educator cohort: How do we respond to people who constantly frustrate us—students, colleagues, or even ourselves? Centering on the concept of social plasticity, they explore how quickly brains jump to fixed labels like “jerk,” “bad student,” or “burnt-out teacher,” and how those snap judgments silently shut the door on curiosity, compassion, and change.​Charlie shares her unforgettable “Madison” story—a former student she misjudged, only to learn too late about the pain Madison was carrying—and uses it to illustrate why the brain is a “big fat liar” when stress and bias are in charge. Josh brings in a moving example of a veteran teacher who transformed once a principal chose to see beyond the reputation and simply get to know the person behind the behavior. Together, they offer concrete ways to:​Notice your own physical stress signals before a hard interactionReframe negative assumptions in the moment to move from reactive to responsiveGive staff time and space to practice new mental habits that literally rewire the brainUse cohort and leadership structures to model this work and create a ripple effect across a whole building or district​This episode invites educators and leaders to humanize the “Madisons” on their campus—and the one in the mirror—so behavior becomes an opening for connection, not a verdict on character.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply...

Have you ever wondered how to respond when a parent walks into your office already angry, defensive, or full of ego? In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck shift the focus from student behavior to parent behavior, unpacking what is really happening in those high-intensity encounters and why traditional “holding your ground” often backfires.​What if the real power move is not “shutting a parent down” but refusing to climb the ladder of conflict with them? Drawing on their behavioral framework and clinical experience, Joshua and Charle explore how environment, nervous system regulation, and fair (rather than unfair) judgment can transform explosive meetings into problem-solving conversations.​How can leaders set the stage so parents feel less judged and more like true teammates in supporting their kids? You will hear practical strategies such as using neutral spaces, scripting key phrases, naming underlying emotions like fear or embarrassment, inviting trusted allies into the room, and using the “path of possibilities” question set what do you want and what don’t you want to bring parents back from chaos to collaboration.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua...

In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck tackle one of the most triggering topics in schools today: student cell phones. Starting with the question “How do cell phones influence student behavior?”, they break down how constant notifications, social media, and late-night scrolling rewire reward pathways, ramp up impulsivity, and strain attention, often showing up as behavior challenges in the classroom.​Instead of stopping at “cell phones are the problem,” Joshua and Charle walk through their three-part framework, environment, root cause, and intentional response, to help educators move from constant power struggles to structured, realistic use. They share concrete ideas like scheduled cell phone breaks, color-coded norms for when phones are on or off, and student-created agreements that turn devices into tools for reminders, research, and self-regulation rather than pure escape.​They also dig into the mental health side of 24/7 connectivity, including bullying, sleep disruption, and social pressure, and why banning phones without teaching boundaries may only push students to get sneakier. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize teaching students how their brains work, building intrinsic motivation to “protect their attention,” and advocating for clear, consistent school-wide policies that make classrooms more humane and manageable for both students and staff.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators...

Have you ever given a simple direction and watched a student suddenly shut down, explode, or spiral into a full meltdown? In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck dig into one of the most urgent questions that came out of a recent McGraw Hill International keynote. Why are so many students reacting so intensely to the smallest requests?Joshua and Charle explore how today’s students are navigating a perfect storm of chronic stress, disrupted routines, post pandemic anxiety, shifting cultural expectations, and underdeveloped executive functioning. They paint a vivid picture of how these pressures keep kids and adults stuck in a heightened alert state where even minor redirections can feel like threats.The conversation moves beyond surface level explanations and into the real science of regulation, belonging, and behavioral overwhelm. Listeners will learn practical ways to help students settle their nervous systems at the start of class, how to use empathy and boundaries together, and why proactive routines are essential for preventing blow ups before they even begin.This episode offers a powerful takeaway for every educator. When students feel embarrassed, unseen, or unsafe, their brains prioritize survival over cooperation. Sometimes the most transformative intervention is not a consequence but a moment of genuine pause, connection, and understanding.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped...

In this week's episode of The Language of Behavior, Josh Stamper welcomes back Charlie Peck for a deep dive into the fight, flight, and freeze responses often witnessed in classrooms. Together, they break down why these instinctual reactions matter for both students and staff, helping educators shift from misinterpretation and power struggles to empathy and effective support.Josh and Charlie share practical insights and classroom examples to help listeners:Recognize and accurately categorize student behaviors as fight, flight, or freezeDecode what’s driving challenging actions—beyond common labels and misconceptionsDevelop proactive strategies to address triggers and support regulation before issues escalateFoster classroom conversations that build awareness, empathy, and self-controlEducators and leaders will leave with actionable ideas to rethink discipline, connect with students beneath the surface, and create safer, more responsive school environments for all.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram:...

What if the key to unlocking student success isn’t more motivation—but better systems?In this inspiring episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper sits down with educator, author, and Organized Binder founder Mitch Weathers to unpack how structure, routine, and executive functioning skills don’t just boost achievement, they build safety, predictability, and less cognitive load. Mitch shares real stories from classrooms where predictable systems transformed chaos into calm, helping students reclaim confidence and teachers rediscover purpose. Together, Josh and Mitch explore how intentional organization fuels equity, how educators can reframe “forgetfulness” and “disengagement” as unmet executive function needs, and why building consistent routines is an act of compassion, not compliance.Listeners will walk away with practical, ready-to-use strategies to:Embed executive functioning supports into everyday teachingReduce student overwhelm and increase engagementFoster a classroom culture rooted in belonging, not burnoutIf you’ve ever felt like your classroom or school is running on chaos, this episode offers a roadmap back to calm, clarity, and connection.About Mitch Weathers:Mitch Weathers became an exceptional educator because he once struggled as a student.Throughout his academic journey, Mitch rarely felt comfortable in the classroom. It took him seven years to graduate from college—a reflection not of ability, but of disconnection. He often experienced education as something happening around him, not something he was actively part of. That sense of isolation fueled his desire to create a different kind of learning experience.When Mitch became a teacher, he brought with him a deep empathy for students who felt unseen or overwhelmed. He quickly realized that before we can effectively teach content, we must first build the foundation for learning. That foundation is structure, consistency, and support.To meet this need, Mitch created Organized Binder—a simple, research-backed system that empowers teachers to explicitly teach executive functioning skills without sacrificing instructional time. By establishing predictable learning routines, teachers foster safer, more inclusive classrooms where students gain confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging.Mitch’s mission is to equip educators with the tools to help every student succeed—not just academically, but personally.Follow Mitch Weathers:Website: www.organizedbinder.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/organizedbinder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizedbinder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/organizedbinder Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchweathers/ Vimeo OB showcase: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8775721 Book: https://amzn.to/4oCbittFree Event: https://organizedbinder.com/ef/--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the...

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 meltdownCreate “micro-moments” of recovery and regulation throughout the school dayLead with empathy while maintaining healthy boundaries and routinesUse reflection, humor, and movement to strengthen community and connectionAnd in this week’s Behind the Banter, Josh and Charle share their own small habits that bring balance amid chaos (spoiler: it’s not all mindfulness and green smoothies).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/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed...

Are our emotions contagious to other people?In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck explore the unseen force that shapes every classroom and staff meeting: emotional contagion. The tone of your voice, the tension in your shoulders, even the pause before you respond… it all ripples outward, influencing students and colleagues more than words ever could.Through real stories and powerful brain-based insights, Josh and Charle unpack how our emotional states spread like wildfire, fueling chaos or cultivating calm. They challenge educators to consider: Are you absorbing the stress of your environment or setting the temperature for others to thrive?You’ll walk away with strategies to:Recognize the emotional signals you send (and how to reset them)Build moments of calm that transform culture over timeLead meetings and classrooms that restore instead of drainHarness co-regulation as the foundation for trust and connectionAnd because no Language of Behavior episode is complete without laughter, the Behind the Banter segment takes a fun twist as Josh and Charle reveal their “instant skill wish list.”This isn’t just an episode about emotions—it’s a reminder that leadership, in every role, begins with presence.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of...

In this special crossover episode, Josh Stamper welcomes listeners to the Language of Behavior Podcast—and introduces the launch of Charlie Peck’s bold new show, “Thriving Under Pressure.” As the very first guest, Josh flips the script and shares candid stories about leading through relentless demands, navigating culture shock, and finding balance during seasons of burnout.Dive into actionable insights on:How to break free from email overload and set healthy boundariesWhy relationship walks and one-on-one connections transform team cultureStrategies for prioritizing what truly matters when stress runs highCreative communication hacks (goodbye, newsletters—hello, Voxer and video!)Celebrating small daily highlights to recharge and model resilienceWhether you’re a teacher, leader, or lifelong learner feeling the heat, this energetic episode reveals how Charlie and Josh reimagine leadership, mental health, and self-care in “high-pressure” environments—and how their collaborative wisdom can help you thrive, no matter what life throws your way.Tune in for tangible takeaways, honest laughs, and the story behind Charlie Peck’s exciting new chapter!--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin:...

In this deeply honest episode of The Language of Behavior, Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck dive into a powerful question from a first-year assistant principal: “How do I handle the emotional weight of supporting students in crisis without burning out myself?”Drawing from their years in school leadership, therapy, and trauma-responsive practices, Charle and Josh unpack what secondary trauma really looks like in educators—and how compassion fatigue can quietly take root in even the most passionate leaders. Through personal stories and practical strategies, they explore how to care deeply without losing yourself in the process.You’ll learn how to:Recognize the signs of secondary trauma before it leads to burnoutSet boundaries that protect your mental and emotional healthUse communication and reflective language to create team-wide supportIntegrate small, sustainable self-care habits into your daily routineExplore resources like Accelerated Resolution Therapy to process emotional residueThey also share the books, habits, and mindset shifts that helped them recover and lead with renewed purpose. This episode is both a reality check and a lifeline for educators who give their all every day.Books Referenced during the episodeFair isn't Always Equal: https://amzn.to/47q4TewPause, Ponder, and Persist in the Classroom: https://amzn.to/4h9479j--Do you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author

In this week's episode of The Language of Behavior Podcast, hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper dive deep into a pressing question from a school administrator: how can teachers shift their mindset when facing an increase in student referrals? Fresh from their professional learning in sunny Florida, Josh and Charle unpack the importance of understanding students' stories, trauma, and stress and why reactive discipline often misses the mark. They discuss practical ways educators can humanize their responses, the power of scenario-based reflection, and the need for ongoing training to equip staff for behavioral challenges.Listeners will learn about the cohort model that's helping educators and leaders across the country build essential skills, foster a culture of support, and create lasting change for both students and staff. The hosts share favorite classroom mantras, including "firm but fair" and Nelson Mandela's "I never lose, I either win or I learn," offering inspiration to cultivate growth mindsets in every learning space. Whether you lead a campus or teach in a classroom, this episode delivers actionable strategies backed by real-life experience—and highlights how starting honest conversations is the first step to positive transformation.--SCHOOL BEHAVIOR SOLUTIONSVirtual Summit📅 Sept. 16 +17, 2025  🕙 5:00pm - 9:00pm ETJoin us for this FREE event for school leaders who need practical tools + strategies to calm the chaos. https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/summit2025--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two

In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper unpack a common scenario in schools: a student becomes dysregulated, an administrator is called in to help, and instead of calming the situation, the student’s behavior escalates even further. Together, they break down the misperceptions that often fuel these interactions, the hidden triggers that push students into fight, flight, or freeze, and the impact of approaching discipline through fear instead of understanding.Charle and Josh share proactive strategies for administrators and teachers to avoid unintentionally escalating students, and offer relationship-driven approaches that create safety, trust, and opportunities for learning. This powerful conversation sheds light on why punishment alone doesn’t create better behavior—and what truly does.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe to Aspire to Lead:...

In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle a thoughtful listener question: How do I confront an issue with someone so it’s a productive conversation? Using brain-based research, stories of volatile conflict, and years of leadership and classroom experience, Charle and Josh explore why tough conversations often escalate and how to approach them in ways that lead to resolution instead of rupture. They share practical planning strategies, communication skills that reduce defensiveness, and insights into how the brain reacts under stress—all designed to help educators and leaders move through conflict with clarity, compassion, and confidence. If you’ve ever struggled with confrontation, this episode will equip you with the tools to turn conflict into connection.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe to Aspire to Lead:...

In this inspiring conversation from the School Behavior Solutions Summit 2025, Brad Waid sits down with Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper—co-authors of the award-winning book The Language of Behavior—to explore how schools can rethink discipline and create trauma-responsive systems that truly support students and staff.Together, they discuss:✅ How their unique backgrounds as a former administrator and a former teacher-turned-therapist shaped their framework for transforming behavior practices✅ The key message behind their nationwide keynotes and the systemic change they want to see in education✅ Why they launched The Language of Behavior Podcast to provide ongoing tools and real conversations for educators✅ The launch of their new cohort program designed to help districts implement long-term, sustainable school behavior solutionsWith practical insights, honest reflections, and a shared passion for reimagining student support, Charle and Joshua offer school leaders a roadmap for building environments where connection, accountability, and growth replace punishment and frustration.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact:...

When a student is melting down, many educators default to the same response: “Take it to the hallway.” But does this actually help? In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper unpack why isolating dysregulated students often escalates the problem instead of resolving it.Drawing on brain science, trauma-responsive practices, and their own classroom and leadership experiences, they explore:Why the hallway strategy can trigger shame, embarrassment, or heightened dysregulationHow the brain responds during stress, and why isolation rarely promotes regulationAlternative strategies that preserve student dignity and create space for de-escalationTime-Ins vs Time-OutsIf you’ve ever wondered why that “go cool off in the hall” approach doesn’t work, this conversation will give you practical, research-backed tools to replace it with strategies that actually calm, connect, and support students.--FREE The Language of Behavior Book Study Kit: https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/lobbookstudyDo you have any questions for the podcast? Fill out this quick Google Form: https://forms.gle/u5axHazzuyN5pry76--SCHOOL BEHAVIOR SOLUTIONSVirtual Summit📅 Sept. 16 +17, 2025  🕙 5:00pm - 9:00pm ETJoin us for this FREE event for school leaders who need practical tools + strategies to calm the chaos. https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/summit2025--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua...

When a student returns to school after time in a mental health facility, the transition can feel like walking a tightrope for the child, their family, and the educators who want to help. In this episode of The Language of Behavior, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper dig into a listener’s question about what reintegration really requires.Drawing from their experiences as leaders and educators, Charle and Josh shine a light on the hidden challenges students face during this vulnerable moment, from disrupted routines to strained relationships, and how schools can either smooth the path—or unintentionally create more roadblocks.Together, they unpack what it takes to do this work well: assembling a dedicated mental health team, building bridges of communication between staff and families, and designing routines that prioritize safety, dignity, and connection. At its core, this conversation is about seeing beyond the paperwork or process and focusing on what every student needs most, to feel like they belong again.--SCHOOL BEHAVIOR SOLUTIONSVirtual Summit📅 Sept. 16 +17, 2025  🕙 5:00pm - 9:00pm ETJoin us for this FREE event for school leaders who need practical tools + strategies to calm the chaos. https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/summit2025--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua...

In this episode of The Language of Behavior, co-hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle a timely listener question: “Now that we’ve been in school for a few weeks, I’m starting to see new behaviors. What may be the cause of this?”Together, they explore why the “three-week mark” often brings an uptick in student behavior challenges. From shifting routines and rising academic rigor to stress, working memory overload, and hidden factors beneath the surface, Charle and Josh uncover what’s really driving these changes. They share strategies to identify what’s behind the behavior, prevent power struggles, and support students with proactive tools that strengthen relationships and reduce classroom stress.Plus, they highlight an incredible upcoming opportunity—the School Behavior Solutions Summit on Sept. 16–17, 5–9pm ET—a free virtual event packed with expert speakers, actionable strategies, and resources designed to help educators calm the chaos.If you’ve ever wondered why behaviors shift after the “honeymoon phase” of the school year and how to respond with confidence and compassion, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.--SCHOOL BEHAVIOR SOLUTIONSVirtual Summit📅 Sept. 16 +17, 2025  🕙 5:00pm - 9:00pm ETJoin us for this FREE event for school leaders who need practical tools + strategies to calm the chaos. https://thrivingeducator.myflodesk.com/summit2025--About Charle Peck:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org   Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org Podcast: Thriving EducatorBook: https://www.amazon.com/Improving-School-Mental-Health-Community/dp/B0BTS3MN2P?crid=EIKAGWZ4V006&keywords=charle+peck&qid=1705780803&sprefix=charle+peck%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=6456f4f1bc2440be71d094a5d14656a4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead...