Behavior is Data: How to Decode, Lead, and Create Lasting Change
In every setting — from homes and schools to organizations and agencies — behavior tells a story. It’s not random, it’s not rebellion; it’s data. It reveals what someone needs, feels, or fears.
This blog series, written by Towanda Carrigan, Behavioral Strategist and Founder of 2Wanda Brands, shares practical insights, real-world examples, and the proven RSP™ (Regulation Support Plan) framework to help you turn behavior patterns into strategies for safety, connection, and growth.
Whether you’re a direct support worker, caregiver, educator, leader, or parent, you’ll learn how to decode behavior and lead with emotional intelligence — creating systems where every brain can thrive.
Decoding Shift-Change Outbursts in a Group Home
Stability isn’t only about people—it’s about how environments are structured. When we honor capacity and prepare for transitions, we prevent crises and build trust.
When Home Outbursts Were Really About Environment
When we adjust the environment, we often prevent the crisis. Regulation before correction changes everything.
When a Classroom Meltdown Wasn’t About Defiance
Sometimes the problem isn’t the child—it’s the system. When we honor regulation, we unlock learning.
