Podcast Title: The Ripple Beneath

Episode Title: Episode 6 — Scripts for Real Moments: Turning Awareness into Action

Host: Jai Byrne (Wolfpack Support)

Theme: From Knowing to Leading — Practical Scripts for Home, School & Work

Episode Overview:

So far, the series explored:

Behaviour as ripple, not problem

Nervous system states and emotional safety

The Wolfpack Way’s 5 leadership pillars

This episode’s focus:

→ Awareness is not enough — we need practical scripts to act with presence in real moments.

Scripts are not control tools.

They are nervous system signals — helping us stay connected, present and safe during conflict or shutdown.

Why use scripts?

Stress narrows our thinking → we default to old habits.

Scripts bridge that gap and model emotional leadership.

Practical Scripts

1. At Home (Parents & Carers)

During Meltdown:

"I can see you’re having big feelings. I’m here when you’re ready."

When Child Withdraws:

"You don’t have to talk now. I just want you to know you’re not alone."

After Conflict (Repair):

"That got messy. I could have stayed calmer. I’d like to repair and make sure you feel safe again."

Why This Works:

→ Signals safety without forcing.

→ Models accountability.

→ Builds trust through consistency.

2. At School (Teachers & Youth Workers)

Disruptive Student:

"Right now looks tough. Let’s pause and come back when you’re ready."

Withdrawn Student:

"You matter here. I’m here when you want to reconnect."

During Peer Conflict:

"Let’s all take a moment. This is about coming back to safety, not about winning."

Why This Works:

→ Regulates before redirecting.

→ Avoids power struggles.

→ Reinforces connection > compliance.

3. In the Workplace (Leaders & Managers)

Reactive Team Member:

"I can see there’s a lot coming up. Let’s revisit when we’re more grounded."

Tensions in Culture/Meetings:

"I’m noticing pressure. Let’s take 2 minutes to reset."

Repair Conversations:

"That didn’t land well. I take responsibility. Let’s rebuild from here."

Why This Works:

→ Models nervous system leadership.

→ Protects relationships and dynamics.

→ Normalises permission for reset and repair.

Scripts aren’t magic words — they are nervous system signals:

"I am safe."

"I won’t abandon you."

"We can repair."

The ripple starts in what you choose to say — especially when tensions rise.