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Episode 150 - Improve Your Mindset with Jason Marshall (The Inspiring Teacher)
In this episode, we discuss the importance of mindset in teaching with special guest Jason Marshall. We explore the concept of growth mindset versus fixed mindset and the significance of adopting a growth mindset for personal and professional growth. We also delve into the power of the reticular activating system (RAS) and techniques to shift mindset, such as changing routines and focusing on positive aspects. Additionally, we touch on applying these concepts to students and overcoming challenges as a teacher. We offer listeners a free checklist for staying calm and prepared for teaching. Visit teacherspd.net for more resources. Chapters 0:00:00 Welcome to the Effective Teaching Podcast 0:00:18 Introduction to Jason Marshall and the topic of mindset 0:03:23 The role of the reticular activating system in mindset shift 0:08:14 Using the Reticular Activating System to Enhance Teaching Skills 0:13:22 Teaching Students to Leverage their Reticular Activating System 0:15:55 Bringing Awareness to the Present Moment 0:19:33 Boosting Confidence and Improving as a Teacher 0:23:07 The importance of managing anxiety in leadership roles 0:24:20 Power Poses and Boosting Confidence 0:25:33 The Science Behind Power Poses 0:27:27 Learning about the activating system and improving as teachers. Long Summary 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
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