Brian Browning

I really liked this section!  I spend alot of time already on creating to do lists, but never really thought of writing down may stressors and learning to eliminate, reduce or cope with them in a healthy way!

I like the idea of writing down any stressors I am experiencing.  This allows me to identify them and plan a way to eliminate/reduce them.

It is worth it to put in extra time up front when beginning as an instructor for a particular class.  I have found this does free up loads of time for me in future repeats of the same class.

This aligns with other books I have ready like "Getting Things Done" that stresses the importance of "brain-dumping" your tasks to free up your mental energy and then prioritize the list to get it done!

Great advice on reaching out to other instructors for help.  I have used humor many times when a student points out an error or mistake.

I appreciate the way this lesson wants us to understand where the students are coming from and not just immediately assume the worst based on their initial behavior.

I like the strategy to handle center-stage students.  Very helpful!

I have done some of this naturally, but it was good to get concrete examples on how best to relate to the students, create interest in the class and manage their expectations.

It is true that the teachers I remember the most were the ones who engaged with me and got to know me.

It is challenging to handle disruptions to the flow of the class when you cannot look the disrupter in the eye.  It is important to know your policies to help the class stay on track.