Ego in Teaching: What are the psychological benefits of having an ego?
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This episode explores the role of ego in teaching and its psychological benefits, discussing self-regard, professional relationships, and the emotional toll on teachers.
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…
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