What Are You Thinking? Continued 5

Status
Not open for further replies.
It felt awesome to turn off my alarm and know that I don't have to work tomorrow.
 
How things have changed so dramatically over the last month. I hope it continues to go this way. I need to get out of this slump something awful.
 
I agree. I’m always saying that to the December birthday person in my family! I finish my Christmas shopping, then realise I have to start birthday shopping too :rolleyes:

I’m exhausted after my partner’s birthday Saturday and the kiddo’s on Sunday. It was great and a lot of fun but there was no time for anything else this weekend.
 
I’m exhausted after my partner’s birthday Saturday and the kiddo’s on Sunday. It was great and a lot of fun but there was no time for anything else this weekend.

It does sound like exhausting fun! I love planning surprises for people I care about, so two birthdays together would probably kill me with planning and excitement! :D The December birthday in my family hasn’t arrived yet, it’s unlikely we will do anything though, as we’re not close, despite being immediate family.

A whole weekend of birthday treats for others (not so good at accepting them myself haha) would be like a dream come true :D
 
When someone says the exact thing someone who hurt you used to say, it’s hard not to hear alarm bells ringing.
 
Don't you really, really hate it when you're trying to do something and someone else feels the need to intervene (because they're an expert), and they bugger it up, then get mad at you for mentioning the fact that they weren't asked for help in the first place? :rolleyes:
 
I’m thinking about a meeting I have before school today. A parent is upset at how her daughter is being treated by another child. Makes me think about where the line is between being a mean girl vs. being a bully. I feel for this mom. It’s so hard to be a parent under normal circumstances, not to mention when your child is going through something painful.
 
I’m thinking about a meeting I have before school today. A parent is upset at how her daughter is being treated by another child. Makes me think about where the line is between being a mean girl vs. being a bully. I feel for this mom. It’s so hard to be a parent under normal circumstances, not to mention when your child is going through something painful.

A mean girl is a bully.
 
A mean girl is a bully.

These are just my thoughts right now. I think it’s not so cut and dry in this situation.
Does the age of the child comes into play? Is it bullying if the kids are young enough to still be learning social rights and wrongs? When is a child to be blamed? These are thoughts crossing my mind. What if the girls are friends sometimes and not friends other times?

Also, when is a parent reaction too strong?
 
I’m receiving multiple calls from colleagues about what happened yesterday. I handled it - stop underestimating me
 
These are just my thoughts right now. I think it’s not so cut and dry in this situation.
Does the age of the child comes into play? Is it bullying if the kids are young enough to still be learning social rights and wrongs? When is a child to be blamed? These are thoughts crossing my mind. What if the girls are friends sometimes and not friends other times?

Also, when is a parent reaction too strong?

Nature vs. Nurture.

It's the very first dilemma introduced in psychology classes. Is a child's behavior due to their genetic makeup or is it due to parenting? Obviously, the answer is very complex, but my psych professor made our class pick a side and argue it.

I argued genetic makeup.
 
I should really listen when a certain person gives me spot on advice!
 
I’m thinking about a meeting I have before school today. A parent is upset at how her daughter is being treated by another child. Makes me think about where the line is between being a mean girl vs. being a bully. I feel for this mom. It’s so hard to be a parent under normal circumstances, not to mention when your child is going through something painful.

My girls have permission to knock the piss out of a bully if they have told an adult and nothing happens. My 10yo has done it once. No more bullying from that kid.
 
I’ve spent the past few days wondering which of the women I’ve seen exercising, shopping, at church, etc. gives the best blow jobs. I think I must be feeling a little deprived. 🤔
 
I’m thinking about a meeting I have before school today. A parent is upset at how her daughter is being treated by another child. Makes me think about where the line is between being a mean girl vs. being a bully. I feel for this mom. It’s so hard to be a parent under normal circumstances, not to mention when your child is going through something painful.

These are just my thoughts right now. I think it’s not so cut and dry in this situation.
Does the age of the child comes into play? Is it bullying if the kids are young enough to still be learning social rights and wrongs? When is a child to be blamed? These are thoughts crossing my mind. What if the girls are friends sometimes and not friends other times?

Also, when is a parent reaction too strong?

It's a complex situation for certain. First, you have to piece together what's actually been going on. Then you've got to determine the best cooperative solution with the parental units if it is an actual behavioral issue. Being a teacher sounds like a whole lot of hard work and figuring people out. Good luck to you. :rose:
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Back
Top