When I taught in the classroom I had several students who wanted to disrupt class, fight, sleep and bully others daily. It got to a point where I had to spend the first 20 minutes of the morning to hold a “No Judgement Chit-Chat Session” This allowed students who felt comfortable the time to vent about whatever they wanted or ask questions that weren’t academically related. I did this because (1) it was obvious that no one took the time to address their issues or concerns. (2) I wanted students to verbally communicate what they were feeling with ease (3) I wanted students to know that even though I was the teacher I wasn’t above reproach and was human just like them.
Holding on to anger, a grudge or other negative-energy emotions can take a toll on you physically and mentally. If you don’t take the steps to release your emotions, you may end up like the person in the picture. As adults we must take time get to the point to where we can forgive, release, reset and move forward. In return, teaching these same steps to our youth is equally important. Your thoughts?