In this episode of Band Director Boot Camp, host Lesley Moffat interviews Cynthia Navarro, a band director from Portland, OR. Cynthia shares her personal experiences and strategies for not taking things personally in the classroom. She discusses her motivation for becoming a band director, the challenges she faced during a difficult transition, and how she learned to handle negative comments from students and colleagues. Cynthia emphasizes the importance of maintaining mental wellness and offers practical tips for new music teachers.