Reactive vs. Mindful Teacher Responses to Student Behavior

There is no magic formula for how to mindfully respond to student behavior. Simply put, if you are in a calm state of mind, you will naturally make the right decisions for yourself and your students.

Key Points

• Common classroom scenarios that might trigger a negative emotional response (“reactive response”) from a teacher
• Examples of mindful responses to behavior vs. reactive responses to those student behaviors

Additional Resources

Managing Challenging Behaviors

Establishing Powerful Presence in the Classroom