What to Do When a Team Member Breaks Down: Episode 279

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February 9, 2026

Best-selling author and coaching expert, Elena Aguilar, brings weekly tips, tools, and wisdom to educators with one goal: to help you thrive.

If you’ve ever been in a conversation where someone starts crying, shuts down, or lashes out—and you weren’t sure what to do—this episode is for you. Elena offers guidance on how to respond when a team member breaks down emotionally during a conversation. Whether you’re met with tears, silence, or anger, you’ll walk away with a grounded strategy for navigating intense moments with presence and care.

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Reflection questions:

What emotions or reactions come up for you when someone becomes overwhelmed during a conversation?
How might you prepare yourself—emotionally and somatically—for moments like these?
What’s one line or phrase you can practice now to use in those moments of breakdown?

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