#113 - Dr. Jody Carrington | Handling The Kids These Days

Dr. Carrington is the founder and principal psychologist at Carrington & Company, she's written three best-selling books, speaks on hundreds of stages globally each year, and hosts the widely celebrated podcast UNLONELY. In this conversation, Dr. Jody Carrington discusses the critical role of connection and understanding in education, particularly in addressing loneliness and mental health issues among students. She emphasizes the importance of educators being regulated themselves to effectively support their students. The discussion also covers the impact of trauma on behavior, the limitations of technology in fostering relationships, and the necessity of community support for both educators and students. Dr. Carrington advocates for finding joy in teaching and recognizing the need for connection in a world increasingly marked by loneliness.