The next year we are going to work on character traits with our students. The three traits are self-control, GRIT and integrity. Modeling self control should force me to not be negative about the administration. To quote Buck Showalter, "I choose not to live in that world, even though it is easy to get there" Buck refuses to be negative, make excuses, or feel sorry for himself. He usually responds with "I like our guys"
When I think about it, both quotes make sense. I love my students and feel lucky to have had the opportunity to teach them. Also the only person that can control my attitude is me. So I am going to join Buck and not live in that world. I understand it will be hard for me but I think it will help my students, and certainly help myself.
Instead of seeing mistakes by the administration as a negative, I am going to see them as a challenge that my students and I can overcome.
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