Episode 5: What’s the Why?

Every Behaviour Specialist’s favourite question… and for good reason.In this episode, we’re getting underneath it all — unpacking the why behind behaviour. Because every behaviour serves a function. And when we skip the why, we miss the whole point.We break down behaviour as communication (yes, even the ones that make you want to pull your hair out), and why surface-level responses often do more harm than good.This one’s for anyone who’s been told to “just follow through with consequences” or “set firmer boundaries” — but know it ain’t working! And yes, we might have a few thoughts on things like suspension being called a “consequence.” (Spoiler: sending someone away doesn’t teach them how to stay.)Because when we understand the why, we stop reacting and throwing bandaids on things — and we start responding in a way that is ACTUALLY going to change things.Learn more about the hosts!!Eleanor Brink - MEd., BCBA, Advanced/Specialist BSPErika Gleeson - OAM, Speaker, Advanced/Specialist BSP