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5 sats \ 3 replies \ @cryotosensei 23 Nov \ on: Are you one of those who sees the glass half full or half empty? ideasfromtheedge
I won’t say that im optimistic, but I’m an idealistic. I think one has to be an idealist in order to last in teaching. I feel that my efforts matter and may help my students to navigate their way through life.
Do you think the dire situation in Venezuela has shaped your world view as such? I imagine it’s hard to remain positive when you are understandably filled with so much anger
Idealism, you made me look it up on the Internet. How do you use it with your students? I mean, I have a vague idea, but I want to know more.
You found me out, I didn't want to admit it, but I often feel angry, I get frustrated by some things. It's not just the situation in Venezuela, I mean, if it has a big impact, I really don't know where it comes from, because I've been like this since I was almost a teenager, that's as far back as I can remember. It's a set of triggers.
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I see the potential in my students and can envision how they would shine if they bother to apply themselves and realise their potential. But I don’t let myself think about whether my efforts will lead to favourable outcomes or not. I just give and expect nothing in return. Does that make sense?
Actually I think you may know your sources of anger since you are aware that it’s a set of triggers. But maybe you need to carve out quiet time and work to unpack these triggers. Of course, it’s easier said than done since we have things to do in our busy everyday lives. You may also not want to confront your true self too?
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Oh I understand better now, yes, it makes sense to me too, I think that's great.
I'm missing a piece to unravel the triggers, I recognize several, but I know something is missing. I'm not afraid of meeting my true self, my id or super ego. I hadn't thought about it until now that you mention it, but no, I'm not afraid.
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