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EMpowered
by Emma Gentle
This podcast dives deep into emotional intelligence and non-punitive behaviour support for parents, teachers, leaders, and coaches. My passion is to empower you to take control of your life by understanding and mastering your emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. We'll explore emotional intelligence, belief systems, childhood experiences and development, non-punitive behaviour support, and so much more. I'm excited to help you build your emotional intelligence to improve your relationships, enhance your parenting or teaching skills, and boost your overall life satisfaction and well-being.www.emmagentle.com.au@em_gentle
Episodes
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Can You Actually Hold the Success You’re Asking For?
In this episode, I’m talking about something I’ve been reflecting on a lot lately. We can want more clients, more money, more visibility, more impact and bigger opportunities, but wanting it and actually having the capacity to hold it are two very different things. Over the last 18 months, I’ve...
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Are you trying to manifest from survival mode?
If you've been visualising, journalling, taking action and doing "all the right things," but still feel like your biggest desires aren't happening, this episode is for you. Because if your body doesn't feel safe receiving the very thing you're asking for, you'll often find yourself pushing it…
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Are you building your business from desire or wound?
In this episode, I’m talking about the hidden beliefs that can drive ambition in business. Many women go into business because they want more freedom, choice, flexibility and purpose. But over time, the business can start to feel heavy, urgent and completely dependent on them. Sometimes this...
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How Motherhood Changed My Definition of Success
In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts I've experienced since becoming a mother. For a long time, I believed success looked like climbing the ladder, achieving more, earning more, becoming more and constantly proving myself. Motherhood changed that. Not overnight, but...
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Feeling The Fear And Doing It Anyway
In this episode, I'm talking about fear, because if you have audacious goals, whether that's starting a podcast, showing up on social media, running workshops or taking the stage as a speaker, fear is coming along for the ride. This one is about learning to move with it instead of waiting for it…
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Is Your Homeschooling Decision Coming From Fear or From You? with Emma Gentle and Ally Blanch
In this episode, I sit down with former Assistant Principal, Primary Teacher and homeschool advocate, Ally Blanch, for a really honest conversation about homeschooling, self trust and what happens when you stop outsourcing your parenting decisions. Rather than interviewing each other, we simply...
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Why I'm Considering Homeschooling as a Former Assistant Principal and Primary Teacher
Why would a former Assistant Principal and Primary Teacher choose to homeschool? It’s a question I’ve been asked a lot lately, and in this episode, I’m sharing my honest thoughts about why our family is seriously considering homeschooling. After spending 14 years in the education system as a...
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The Question More Women Need to Ask: What's My Body Telling Me? with Anthea Todd
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Anthea Todd, chiropractor, women’s health practitioner, bestselling author and founder of Female Fundamentals. We talk about the gap so many women find themselves in when they know something doesn’t feel right, but keep being told their tests are normal and…
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The Lie Mothers Have Been Told About Attachment with Jacquie Ward
In this episode, I’m joined by psychologist and mum, Jacquie Ward, for a really honest conversation about attachment, motherhood and the pressure modern mums are carrying right now. There’s so much noise online about what “good” parenting should look like. And for a lot of mothers, it’s creating...
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How your Beliefs Influence your Business and Babies
In this episode, I'm getting into belief systems, because we don't realise how much they're running the show. They shape how we turn up in our business, how we parent our kids, how we see our partners, how we see ourselves. In this episode, I talk about: Why your beliefs shape everything from…
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My Take on Performative Healing that Lives on Social Media
In this episode, I’m talking about performative healing on Instagram and why so many women are feeling more overwhelmed, disconnected and not “good enough” in the online healing space. Somewhere along the way, healing became another thing women feel pressure to do perfectly. Between journalling...
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Belinda Bailey on Burnout, Healing, and the Body's Breaking Point
In this episode, I’m chatting with the beautiful Belinda Bailey from Pinnacle Kinesiology about motherhood, burnout, mental health, healing, and what happens when your body finally says “enough”. If you’ve ever felt exhausted, numb, disconnected from yourself, or like you’re constantly pushing...
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Sis The Label Blew Up Over night
In this episode, I’m joined by Gab, founder of Sis The Label, after watching her business absolutely explode online overnight. This conversation is about what people don’t see before the “big moment”. It’s about the blend of motherhood, ambition, business and everything that comes with it. Gab...
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Owning Your Story and Doing the Work with Lael Stone
In this episode, I’m joined by my incredible mentor and friend, Lael Stone for a conversation about the stories we carry, where they come from, and how they can shape the way we parent, teach, work, love and show up in the world. We talk about “imprints”. The beliefs and patterns we absorb in...
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I'm Baaaaack! 👋🏼 Welcome to The Modern Day Mum Movement
Hey, I’m baaaaaack!! My second babe is now 12 months old, we’ve launched our company Hooked Up and now that is in full swing, and I finally feel like I have the space and time to give my business again. In this episode, I’m sharing my vision moving forward in my business and the deeper direction...
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I'm Rebuilding my Business, My Life and my Vision
In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to burn down a business and rebuild it from the inside out. After three years of working with teachers and leaders, running workshops, consulting, memberships, and courses, I realised something big — the life and business…
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This is How We Change the Education System
Are you an educator feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or like you're surviving from one school holiday to the next? Wondering how to stay in this profession you love without sacrificing your wellbeing? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I share from the heart, recording with my newborn...
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Behaviour Through the Lens of the Nervous System
In this episode, I'm breaking down how behaviour is actually a nervous system response, not a discipline issue. You'll learn how to recognise what's going on underneath the behaviour so you can respond in a way that actually helps your students come back to a calm, connected, ready to learn…
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The EMpowered Podcast Take Over Series: Mindfulness in the Classroom with Olivia at Mindful Hearts Wellbeing
In this episode, Olivia from Mindful Hearts Wellbeing shares how you can bring mindfulness into your classroom in simple, realistic ways without it feeling like "one more thing" on your to-do list. She'll walk you through what mindfulness actually is (in teacher language), how it helps both...
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Beyond Behaviours Series Episode 7: Whole Class Strategies for Supporting Neurodivergent Learners
In this episode, I'm talking about how to support neurodivergent learners in your classroom without having to create a hundred individual plans. Most classrooms aren't built with neurodivergence in mind. And when kids can't meet the expectations, we often fall back on the same old behaviour…
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EMpowered Podcast Take Over Series Building a Culture of Trust and Collaboration with Amie Fabry
Today, we're joined by Dr. Amie Fabry, an early childhood educator, academic, researcher, policy consultant, and Director of Early Childhood at The Learning Future. Amie's work focuses on building the confidence, knowledge, and skills of early childhood educators and leaders to create responsive...
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Beyond Behaviours Series Episode 6: How Does Your Mindset and Belief Systems Impact Your Teaching?
Some student behaviours feel harder to handle than others. Some classroom management strategies don't sit right with you, even though they're supposed to "work." Ever wondered why? Your mindset shapes everything about how you teach, how you see behaviour, how you respond to challenges, and even…
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EMpowered Podcast Take Over Series: Supporting Highly Sensitive Children in the Classroom with Jacquie Ward
On the EMpowered Podcast Takeover Series, psychologist Jacquie Ward joins us to talk about something every teacher needs to know. How to support highly sensitive children in the classroom. Some children feel things more deeply, notice the smallest details, and get overwhelmed more easily. These...
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EMpowered Podcast Take Over Series: The Connection Curriculum with Matt Pitman
If you've ever felt like something is missing in your school community, whether it's student engagement, teacher retention, or just a general sense of belonging, this episode is for you. Guest host Matt Pittman is talking about one of the most overlooked solutions in education. Instead of…
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Beyond Behaviours Series Episode 5: What does 'Meeting Children's Needs' in the Classroom Mean?
Behaviour is communication and children act out when their needs aren't met. But what does that actually mean? And how do we meet their needs in the classroom in a way that helps them feel safe, connected, and engaged? In this episode, I'm talking about what it really means to meet children's…
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EMpowered Podcast Take Over Series: Using Boundaries as a Tool to Support Behaviour with Danica See
Boundaries are often misunderstood, but when done right, they create safety, structure, and predictability. The key ingredients for a classroom where children feel secure and engaged. If you've ever struggled with feeling like kids are walking all over you or wondered how to hold firm boundaries...
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Beyond Behaviour Series Episode 4: Why Educators Need to Understand Trauma Informed Practice
Trauma affects how children learn in the classroom. When children don't feel safe, they cannot access the part of the brain required for learning. If you've ever wondered why some students seem constantly dysregulated, reactive, or withdrawn, this episode will give you the missing piece. What...
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Beyond Behaviours Series Episode 3: The Lowdown on Rewards and Punishments in the Classroom
Rewards and punishments might seem like an easy way to manage behaviour, but do they actually work? In this episode of the Beyond Behaviours series, I'm talking about why extrinsic rewards and punitive consequences don't create long term behaviour change, and what to do instead. If you've ever...
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Beyond Behaviours Series Episode 2: Classroom & Learning Environment Setup
In this episode, I'm focusing on how you can set up your classroom and learning environment for 2025. It's not about Pinterest-perfect displays but creating a purposeful, functional space where children feel emotionally, physically, and mentally safe. If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to...
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Beyond Behaviours Series Ep 1: Routines and Expectations: The Secret to Starting the Year Strong
Welcome to the first episode of the Beyond Behaviours series, where I'm sharing quick and actionable steps to help you create a conscious classroom that feels safe, structured, and supportive from day one. This episode is all about routines and expectations—the essential building blocks for a...
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How to Set Up Your Conscious Classroom This Year
In this episode, you will learn how to set up your classroom this year to have a learning environment that's safe and nurturing, where students can thrive both academically and socially. If you've ever wondered how to move away from punitive measures and into a more responsive, emotionally aware...
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I Don't Feel Good Enough… Why Do I Keep Comparing Myself to Other Teachers?
In this episode, I dive into the self-doubt and comparison trap that many educators, both new and experienced, find themselves stuck in. If you've ever wondered why your brain zeroes in on what you're lacking and why you keep comparing yourself to other teachers, this episode is here to help....
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My Year In Reflection And My Intentions For 2025
In this episode, I'm reflecting on a massive 2024, both personally and professionally and sharing my intentions for 2025. 2024 was full of growth, messy moments, and beautiful lessons. I hope my reflections inspire you to take stock of your own year and step into 2025 with intention and purpose....
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3 Life Changing Habits To Adopt These School Holidays
Welcome back beautiful human! In this episode, I'm sharing three simple habits that can truly improve your wellbeing over the holidays and into 2025. These strategies are designed to help you relax, recharge, and step into the new year with clarity, calm, and purpose. Here's what you'll learn →…
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How to End the Year on a High
In this episode, I want to help you wrap up the school year with intention and positivity. Whether 2024 has been your best year yet or one filled with challenges, this episode will guide you through reflecting, processing, and planning so you can head into the holidays rested and recharged.…
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Becoming a Trauma-informed Restorative Educator with Marg Thorsborne & Joe Brummer
In this episode, I sit down with Marg Thorsborne and Joe Brummer, two incredible thought leaders in trauma-informed and restorative practices. Together, they've written two books, Becoming a Trauma-Informed Restorative Educator and Becoming a Trauma-Informed Restorative School - Practical Skills…
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3 Ways Teachers Can Reduce Stress NOW
In this episode of The EMpowered Podcast, we're diving into a topic every teacher can relate to: stress. While a little bit of stress can be healthy, chronic stress can leave us feeling overwhelmed, dysregulated, and depleted. I'll share three actionable strategies to help you reduce your stress...
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Beginning Teachers: Your Questions Answered!
In this episode of The EMpowered Podcast, I'm diving into some of the most common questions I hear from beginning teachers, especially as they prepare for their first year. This one is for all my new and graduate teachers feeling the overwhelm of getting started, don't worry, I've got you! We…
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Unpacking Consequences in the Classroom: Do Students Need Them?
Consequences in the classroom - where do you even start? In this episode, I'm diving into one of the biggest questions I get from teachers: "How can I support student behaviour without falling back on punishments?" I go through what really works (and what really doesn't) when it comes to…
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How to Find the Right School 'Fit'
Today, I'm diving into how to find a school that truly matches your philosophy on non-punitive, trauma-informed practices. If you want to work somewhere that values real student and teacher wellbeing, but don't know where to start, this one's for you. Here's what you'll learn → How to use CRT...
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Embracing Neurodiversity with Chelsea Luker, Psychologist & Author
In this episode, we welcome Chelsea Luker, an Autistic ADHD psychologist, author, and advocate for neurodiversity-affirming practices. Chelsea dives deep into what it means to adopt a neurodiversity-affirming approach, her journey as a parent to neurodivergent children, and her impactful work at...
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You're Not Supposed to Go it Alone
This episode is a personal one about why we're not meant to do it all, and what happens when we try to keep going without help. Parenting isn't meant to be a solo act. Especially when life throws in a few curveballs or even just the regular chaos of life. If you've ever found yourself losing it...
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Supporting tweens and teens with Michelle Mitchell
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Michelle Mitchell, who's spent years working with teens, tweens, and their families. Supporting kids at this stage can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like they've got that wall up and are shutting you out. There is so much more going on...
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Mental Health, Anxiety and Highly Sensitive Children with Jacquie Ward
In this episode, I'm joined by Jacquie Ward, a psychologist who specialises in child and adolescent mental health. We talk about the realities of mental health in schools, and this conversation doesn't happen nearly enough. If you've ever wondered how mental health and anxiety show up in your...
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Restorative School Cultures with Marg Thorsborne
In this episode, I sit down with Marg Thorsborne, an international consultant specialising in the implementation of restorative and trauma-informed practices. Marg shares her journey from a biology teacher and school guidance officer to becoming a leading expert in creating positive cultural…
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3 Ways Adults and Children Deal with Uncomfortable Emotions
In this episode, I dive into how both children and adults handle and express uncomfortable feelings and why it's important to understand them, and how to express them in healthy ways. As an emotional intelligence coach, working with both children and adults, I have seen firsthand the impact of...
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The ONE thing that completely changed how I supported children's behaviour
In this episode, I talk about the revelation that completely changed my approach to supporting children's behaviour. In this episode you will learn: → What exactly are belief systems, and how they influence your interactions The impact of understanding and changing belief systems on supporting...
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Childhood Trauma and the Power of Teachers with Beck Thompson
TW: This episode discusses childhood trauma, and abuse. In this episode, I get the absolute privilege of talking with Beck Thompson. She is absolutely amazing, sharing her journey of resilience, transformation, and empowerment. As a teacher, author, and speaker, she brings a unique perspective...
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What is Emotion Coaching and How Can it Help us in the Classroom
In this episode, I'm talking about emotional coaching in education and how it can change how children behave and engage in your classroom. Here's what you'll learn: → How emotion coaching can change your classroom environment → What it looks like to be emotionally attuned to your students. → How…
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Why do we find it hard to hold space for kids' big emotions?
In this episode, I talk about why it's difficult for teachers and parents to sit with children's emotions. I also discuss how self regulation and understanding our beliefs about emotions, influence how we react to children when they express big emotions. Here's what you'll learn: → Why your own...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast dives deep into emotional intelligence and non-punitive behaviour support for parents, teachers, leaders, and coaches. My passion is to empower you to take control of your life by understanding and mastering your emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. We'll explore emotional intelligence, belief systems, childhood experiences and development, non-punitive behaviour support, and so much more. I'm excited to help you build your emotional intelligence to improve your relationships, enhance your parenting or teaching skills, and boost your overall life satisfaction and well-being.www.emmagentle.com.au@em_gentle
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