Ego in Teaching: What are the psychological benefits of having an ego?

I don’t think I have ever thought about the role of the ego in teaching. Until now! Thanks to an old student who wanted to talk with me about her ego, Joe and I dig into the tension between having self-regard (and being a little self-righteous) and maintaining amicable professional relationships.Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Teaching through Emotions is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Joe and I discuss* Redefining Ego: Why the ego’s “bad rap” might be holding you back* Managing Self-Righteousness: Practical tips for keeping professional relationships right — when you’re right, goddammit.* Validating Expertise: How to handle the frustration of colleagues’ not appreciating the value of what you know.* Teacher Objectification: Unpacking the emotional toll of being treated like a punching bag for all of society’s woes.Needless to say, everybody has an ego, so this episode is relevant to everybody. Teachers and non-teachers alike!Speaking of ego, I love this quote about TTE from Frank Racioppi of Ear Worthy:“I love that show. It’s one of the shows that does good in this world.” Teaching through Emotions is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.External LinkThe Emperor’s BladesGot a story to share? Leave me a voicemail at (413) 239-4158 and we might feature your perspective in a future episode!Support the Show: If this conversation resonated, please consider leaving a rating or review on your podcast app. Your feedback helps others find us.Get full access to the community: [www.teachingthroughemotions.com/subscribe]CreditsFounder and Host: Betsy BurrisCo-Host: Joe JohnsonProducer: Jullian Androkae of PodVisionAudience Development: Andreea Coscai of PodVisionMusic: Tom Burris/Jabbering Trout This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.teachingthroughemotions.com/subscribe