Welcome to today's episode where I dive deep into Pillar 3 of my upcoming book, "It's Never Just About the Behaviour." This pillar focuses on the importance of compassion in classroom management, but not in the way you might expect.I will explore actionable, compassionate pedagogy that moves beyond traditional exclusionary practices.In this episode, I cover:How my challenging school experience shaped my teaching philosophy and the struggle of becoming the teacher I didn’t want to be and how I overcame it.Differentiating discipline from punishment and consequences.Steps to engage in meaningful conversations with students, and the importance of suitable consequences that follow Jane Nelson's three Rs of logical consequences: related, respectful, and reasonable.Why being  compassionate in classroom management means more than just being kind; it's about equipping ourselves with effective, value-driven strategies.Links and resources mentioned in the episode:Download the free guide: 71 Behaviour Response PromptsJoin the waitlist for The Behaviour ClubPreorder my book, "It's Never Just About the Behaviour"  Have a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!Pre-order a copy of my book ‘It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management Other ways I can support you in your teaching practice: Download the freebie '71 Behaviour Response Prompts' Download my free guide: Addressing Misogyny in the Classroom Follow me on Instagram for daily micro-professional learning and support Connect with me on LinkedIn