In this energizing episode of Change Starts Here, Kim Yaris explores how you can retrain your brain to move from constant stress to noticing daily bright spots. She explains the brain’s filtering system (your RAS) in simple language and connects it to practical choices educators can make to see more of what’s working.

You’ll hear encouraging data showing that schools can shift momentum—even in the busiest seasons—and walk away with two quick routines that make the good more visible, without adding anything to your to-do list.

Real change comes from small, repeatable choices that naturally fit into the rhythm of your day and gradually reshape what you notice. Tune in to discover how these simple shifts can boost clarity and optimism in your school, and share this episode with a colleague who could use a lift.

Downloadable resources:

https://resources.franklincovey.com/c/podcast_handout_epis?x=HmJ7qQ

Host: Kim Yaris, M.Ed.

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:53) Intro

(00:53 - 01:23) Why our focus narrows

(01:23 - 04:20) Meet the RAS

(03:52 - 04:46) Retune what you notice

(04:46 - 05:35) Why this matters now

(05:35 - 07:32) Student ratings rise

(07:32 - 08:11) Engagement hits records

(08:11 - 09:35) Encouragement and hope

(09:35 - 10:32) Strategy 1, daily cue

(10:32 - 11:17) Strategy 2, end question

(11:17 - 11:55) Two big takeaways

(11:55 - 12:05) Outro