This episode is a short, powerful reminder of how easily projection shows up in our daily work.
When we are tired, stretched thin or overloaded with meetings and deadlines, it is so tempting to hand our stress to someone else without even realizing we are doing it.
I talk through the phrases we all catch ourselves using, the ones that push responsibility outward, and how a small shift toward reflection can feel grounding instead of draining. This is especially helpful during those midyear months when our August goals feel miles away.
I also explore what projection and reflection sound like in real scenarios, from long IEP meetings to teacher frustration to the quiet envy that can surface when we compare ourselves to others. Reflection is not about taking all the blame. It is about reclaiming the part we can influence.
When we change the way we talk to ourselves, we change the way we lead, support and show up for our students and teams. These micro reflections really can turn into habits that help us finish the school year with more clarity, confidence and calm.
