If you’ve ever stood in front of your class while one of your students was having a major meltdown, with your heart pounding and mind racing, wondering how you were going to pull everyone back from the edge, you know this truth: managing extreme behaviors isn’t just about strategies. It’s about mindset. Our mindset shapes the way we see our students. It colors the tone of our voice, the words we choose, and the way we carry ourselves in the moment. The right mindset doesn’t..