The Credible Teacher

In this episode, I share a brief story about sharing my perspective at a leadership meeting and reflecting on how I need to do more listening… and what I can do going forward.

In this episode, I share a quote from Mr. Rogers about human beings feeling that they can bring the whole of themselves to the people that care about them. I reflect them what this means as a parent, teacher, and someone that wants to live a more fulfilling life.

In this episode, I reflect on the idea that truly loving ourselves includes not only the things that are deemed positive but also the things that make us flawed.

In this episode, I share a beautiful quote from Mr. Rogers and reflect on the process we go through in an attempt to be lovable in the eyes of the students we serve and those we love.

In this episode, I share a powerful quote about how we as teachers make a difference even when we don't realize it. I reflect on an email I received and the reality for us as teachers.

In this episode, Dan and I talk about risk and why we need to take more of them! Thanks for being here!

In this episode, I share a definition of teacher credibility based on research any new book I have about teacher credibility and collective efficacy. I reflect on how teacher credibility can be increased and share that it's a process that never ends.

In this episode, I share a quote about inspiring others and reflect on the process teachers can model to help their students see this happen.

In this episode, I share a question about happiness and ask what would happen if we were relentless in attempting to find it.

In this episode, I share a book that changed the way I thought about giving ourselves permission to do the things we want and need to do for ourselves.

In this episode camera I share a "about how teachers actually teach and reflect on my own experience as relates to this idea. Enjoy!

In this episode, I reflect on the idea of going within and pose the question about loving ourselves for who we are and how that will impact how we love others.

In this episode, I share something I read about what all successful people do and why feeling guilty about not doing these things is getting in our way of being 'successful.'

In this episode, I share some thoughts on how I've looked at the teaching profession being a marathon and not a sprint…as it relates to finding balance and avoid teacher burnout.

In this episode, I share some depressing news about how many people are going to school to become a teacher and why we can no longer give away our power to those that don't know what we're doing.

In this episode, I reflect on the reality that they are many reasons why people do not become teachers and that there are very few reasons why people become teachers.

In this episode, I share some thoughts on why the idea of being more human should become the norm and not the exception.

In this episode, I share how the work required to get others to perceive us in a positive light is one that starts on the inside.

In this episode, I share my journey when thinking about death. Also, how this reflecting may help us make choices that will make us happier and more fulfilled.

In this episode, I share an idea about how we have the power to respond to the things that happen in life versus react and cause more pain. Also, I urge you to consider living in this moment, not worried about the past or the future.

In this episode, I share why we don't want to believe everything we think based on the social conditioning we received as a young people and that we have the power to overcome this and make new choices.

I'm trying something new… in this 5 minute fireside chat, I share my thoughts on the reality we are facing as teachers and humans during a worldwide pandemic. And, why we need to start with ourselves.

In this episode, I share a story about being resilient and why coming from a place of love will help you and your students.

In this episode, I reflect on a quote from Wayne Dyer about what 'enlightened' people do (or not do) regarding conflict in life. I share some thoughts about why it's so hard to do and why it may help more than being in conflict.

In this episode, I share a crazy statistic about who recommends their job more than teachers and what this idea means to me and you as we do something that very few people can and want to do.

In this episode, I share a quote from Wayne Dyer about the ideal school with ideal teachers...I reflect on how we can create this ‘ideal' situation as individuals in a system that doesn't want it to occur. Hope it helps!

In this episode, I share my perspective on why taking care of ourselves as humans, and as teachers, has become much more important than before Covid and our new reality.

In this episode, I share some thoughts on how we are losing sight of the bigger issues related to the Black Lives Matter movement and where real change happens.

In this episode, Dan and I share an important article and reflect on what one can do to manage other humans' moods! We all experience it, even during a pandemic! Hope you are safe, healthy, and happy! Take care!

In this episode, Dan and I chat about vulnerability. As a dude that no longer apologizes for crying, I have welcomed vulnerability in my life...though I know I need to do it more! Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Dan and I share an article about how to be better people! I know I need to work on this myself and realize that everyone is just doing the best they can. We hope it helps and that you are staying healthy. Take care! Mike

In this episode, I chat with Kailey (co-founder of Educalme) about mindfulness and learning. Specifically, Kailey shares the motivation behind Educalme, how stress gets in the way of student learning, and how the Educalme mindfulness program benefits students (and teachers) in the classroom. To start your free trial, visit https://www.educalme.com/credibleteacher/. I've already done it myself and have used the audio to practice mindfulness with my own children while at home. It's easy and amazing!

In this episode, Dan and I share an article about why intelligence doesn't equate to “success” (whatever that is). Hope you enjoy and get something valuable from our musings. Take care and be well!

In this episode, I share a tip from @mrteachableteacher about knowing that our list of things to do will always be longer then what we can accomplish. Thanks and enjoy!

In this episode, I share a tip from @mrsbennetthasclass on Tiktok and reflect on what I've learned about not judging myself harshly, being myself, and deflecting negativity from others.

In this episode, I highlight a tip given by @dystined2shine about looking at teaching from another perspective that allows us to find a balance. I share a couple thoughts about what I've learned about finding balance. Hope it helps!

In this episode, Dan and I share what one author writes about what really makes humans happy. Couldn't we all be a little happier in times like these? Enjoy and thanks for being here!

In this episode, Dan and I talk about how to remember all of the things by training our mind to do so based on someone that knows way more than we do. Enjoy!

In this episode, Dan and I discuss an article that will make you a better human. We all have egos but what do we do with them??? We don't have the answers but we talk about some...

In this episode, I share what I've learned about finding balance in order to avoid teacher burnout and explain why a teacher being 'tough' on students means nothing if students don't perceive their teachers as people who care about their well being. Take care of yourself!!!

In this episode, I share a brief story of telling a former student that I've been feeling anxiety lately and how important it is for teachers to be as vulnerable as they can be to normalize the mental health conversation.

In this episode, I share a brief story about redirecting a student and what I've learned about following up with them after a behavior incident in the classroom.

In this episode, I reflect on a quote about doing things for others and how it creates a life that matters. I connect this idea to what teachers are seemingly called to do and why it's silly to think that many people outside of education fully understand what we're doing as teachers.

What does 'being real' even mean? Mike shares an article written by someone that has always been more of an acquaintance than a friend. Dan and I reflect of the author's insight on how to become more vulnerable which leads to the 'real friend zone' in our relationships. Enjoy!

We know laughing feels good, right? In this episode, Dan shares some research behind why laughing is so good for our health and we chat about some things that make us laugh as well. Enjoy!

I share what I've been doing the last month or so and reflect on a great quote about success from the one and only, Mr. Rogers.

In this episode, Mike shares an article about why humans think they are doing worse than their peers. It was eye-opening and very much needed!

In this episode, I share what I've observed since joining Tiktok and a story highlighting why race is a conversation we need to have to help young (and old) people.

In this episode, Mike shares an article about the chemistry of storytelling and why/how marketers use this information to sell their products. So interesting (and scary?)!

This was a crazy topic. Dan shares an article he found about 'bots' and media people consume. Dan shares information on the possible consequences of synthetic media in the ever-changing world we live in. Enjoy!

This episode, I share a mentality that has helped me find more balance between my life as a teacher and a regular human being. And, how knowing that our jobs will always have more than enough to ask of us actually can help teachers find balance in it all.