In Episode 08 of the Teach Speech Podcast, we delve into the concept of "Making a Mantra." From the start of the school year to an end of a season, mantras are critical in motivating and uniting people under one goal.

We'll discuss how mantras can be integrated into the classroom, encompassing elements like classroom design, setting the tone, employing the WOOP goal-setting technique, establishing norms, guiding group work, and infusing positive energy into the learning environment.

Remember, we are all projecting a mantra every day. Take time to craft yours and share it with the world.

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References:

• Carter, Judy. The Message of You: Turn Your Life Story into a Money-making Speaking Career. New York City, St. Martin's Press, 2013.
• Penman, Maggie, and Shankar Vedantam. "WOOP, There It Is! 4 Steps To Achieve Your Goals." NPR, 10 May 2016, www.npr.org/2016/05/10/477379965/woop-there-it-is-four-steps-to-achieve-your-goals. Accessed 7 Aug. 2023.
• Science Museum of Virginia. "Question Your World: Does Eye Contact Matter?" Science Museum of Virginia, 14 Aug. 2020, smv.org/learn/blog/does-eye-contact-matter/#:~:text=In%20fact%2C%20for%20us%20it%27s,eye%20painted%20on%20a%20butt. Accessed 7 Aug. 2023.