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Originally Posted by Luba
Isn't it great when a teacher or mentor believes in you; and how terrible it is when one a teacher or someone you admire doesn't believe in you and says some terrible, cruel things that you believe for years!  |
Yes, it is terrible when a responsible adult whose job is to encourage young people to strive for excellence, acts like a jerk... The one good thing about this though is that it reminds me how important it is to encourage children and young adults. To always have at least one positive thing to say about them, especially when we need to point out things that need to be worked on. That every job is important, no matter how much someone makes per year. To let them know, that even if someone has a disability or limitation in an area or even several, they can still make a difference in the world and contribute to society.
I was an idiot for letting his words affect me so much. I should really thank him because through the years, I learned not to take the negative comments and/or suggestions from professionals for absolute truth.
It is a wonderful thing when even just one person in your life takes such an interest in you and changes your life. Teacher or not, it really means the world.
Thanks for making this topic, Luba. It was a joy
reminiscing. 