#SOZenTeacher Archive

participatechat Feb 21 @ 11:00 PM EST

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LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:00 PM EST

Welcome to #SOZenTeacher! Please introduce yourselves :-) #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:00 PM EST

Dan Tricarico, high school English teacher & author of THE ZEN TEACHER. So great to be here! #sozenteacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:00 PM EST

Good evening, KathiSue here. Oregon Online teacher. #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:01 PM EST

Welcome! I'm Jamie, an English teacher at NMHS, in Oregon and I'm your host ;-) #SOZenTeacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:01 PM EST

Hi! Julie Mytych, principal in MI! #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:02 PM EST

We are working through The Zen Teacher by Dan Tricarico. Tonight's questions come from pages 30-31, 39 #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:03 PM EST

Hi! Jaime, second grade teacher in a K-2 school in NWINDIANA #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:04 PM EST

We will be using the standard Q & A format tonight, please reply with the number of the question you're answering.#SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:04 PM EST

Also, be sure to include the #SOZenTeacher after each post so everyone can see your posts #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:05 PM EST

Homework Q: Did you listen to your intuition this week? Share your experiences :-) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:06 PM EST

HQ: listened to my inutition & my Ss to change around the way we completed our work, things were better because of the change #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:06 PM EST

A1: I had the opportunity to be in the classroom last week and I had Ss that needed to talk. So we talked. #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:07 PM EST

A1: At a conference Th-Sun. Choice was local mall or train to San Francisco. Little voice said SF. It was right. :) #SOzenteacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:07 PM EST

I use Adobe Sparks. @kinderkfoley #SOZenTeacher @hmarrs24 @MsLaurenMertz

In reply to @kinderkfoley, @hmarrs24, @MsLaurenMertz

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:08 PM EST

Q1: What would happen to your sense of peace and love if non-judgment were your default position? (p30) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:09 PM EST

A1: I would be calmer and more relaxed...judgment is tiring! ;-) #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:09 PM EST

A1: Harmony and humility..Very humbling experience. #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:09 PM EST

A1: Well, I suspect your sense of peace would increase. But not easy. More of a practice or path than destination. #SOzenteacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:10 PM EST

HQ:S w/possible spectrum behav.appeared openly defiant.Intuition lead to understanding defiance was a frozen inability to act. #sozenteacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:10 PM EST

Exactly. Perfection is not the goal; awareness is. #SOzenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:09 PM EST

so true, fresh start each day
In reply to @thezenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:11 PM EST

Q2: How might you see students, particularly difficult ones differently? (p30) #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:11 PM EST

What a great insight, Jaime. You made a GIANT difference for that student. #SOzenteacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:10 PM EST

HQ:S w/possible spectrum behav.appeared openly defiant.Intuition lead to understanding defiance was a frozen inability to act. #sozenteacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:11 PM EST

A1: one would be able to love more freely #SOzenteacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:12 PM EST

A2: Every S is on the same playing field in my eyes. No judgement!!! Only concern. #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:12 PM EST

A2: Using intuition, you avoid kneejerk reactions and see each situation for what it's worth, as its own thing, which it is. #SOzenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:12 PM EST

A2: I would accept each Ss where they are and try to find the good in them :-) #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:12 PM EST

A1 greatly increased, healthier, more enjoyable life #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:08 PM EST

Q1: What would happen to your sense of peace and love if non-judgment were your default position? (p30) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:13 PM EST

Q3: Can you ignore the situation? Accept it? Laught at it? Remove it or sidestep it? (p31) #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST

A3: Yes. :) #SOzenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST

Can you laugh at my typo...? ;-) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:13 PM EST

Q3: Can you ignore the situation? Accept it? Laught at it? Remove it or sidestep it? (p31) #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST

A3: Depending on the situation, Yes to all. #SOZenTeacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST

A2: By seeking first to understand and NOT judge, you can "get" those Ss and build relationships #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST

A3: I just thought it was past tense: Laught. :) #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST
Can you laugh at my typo...? ;-) #SOZenTeacher
- LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:13 PM EST
  
  Q3: Can you ignore the situation? Accept it? Laught at it? Remove it or sidestep it? (p31) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:15 PM EST

A3: I try to find humor in challenging situtations with Ss. If we can laugh together, we can work together :-) #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:15 PM EST

Yes, it keeps you open to new and fresh possibilities. #SOzenteacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:14 PM EST

A2: By seeking first to understand and NOT judge, you can "get" those Ss and build relationships #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:16 PM EST

This is SO true. Humor is SO important in teaching, for all kinds of reasons. #SOzenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:15 PM EST

A3: I try to find humor in challenging situtations with Ss. If we can laugh together, we can work together :-) #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:17 PM EST

A2:Struggling w/lots of diff.Ss this yr. I would see the reason behind the behavior¬ behavior itself Empathy=connection #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:11 PM EST

Q2: How might you see students, particularly difficult ones differently? (p30) #SOZenTeacher

A_Rosc Feb 21 @ 11:17 PM EST

A3: It's ok to laugh at yourself in a positive environment. Kids like to see we are human, too. #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:18 PM EST

A3 yes and no, depending on the day :) #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:13 PM EST

Q3: Can you ignore the situation? Accept it? Laught at it? Remove it or sidestep it? (p31) #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:18 PM EST

I love to listen to my Ss laugh and feel free to show themselves. #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:19 PM EST

Q4: What are your students' needs? How can you help? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

A_Rosc Feb 21 @ 11:19 PM EST

A2: Difficult students can be the most in need. I try to separate the behavior from the student #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:19 PM EST

A4: Many of my Ss need a person to believe in them & encourage them. I try to find ways to do that for each of them #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:21 PM EST

A4: I have so many Ss that need someone to believe. That has to be me... #SOZenTeacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:21 PM EST

A3: Do it all at diff times. My hope is to react the most appro at the right time (then vent privately) #SOzenteacher

A_Rosc Feb 21 @ 11:21 PM EST

A4: Try and see them as people first and students second. It's hard when you are trying to get things done, but important #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:22 PM EST

A4Ss need me to see&hear them as unique tiny humans.I help by honoring them, their abilities, and challenges as individuals. #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:19 PM EST

Q4: What are your students' needs? How can you help? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:22 PM EST

I try to have positive interaction with each Ss, especially if I've had to be stern with them earlier #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:19 PM EST

A4: Many of my Ss need a person to believe in them & encourage them. I try to find ways to do that for each of them #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:22 PM EST

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thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:21 PM EST

A4: Wow. Sometimes the answer to that Q is overwhelming. So I wrote this: https://t.co/7LeTk1BhB6 (read it later. . .). #SOteacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:23 PM EST

A4: Wow. Sometimes the answer to that Q is overwhelming. So I wrote this: https://t.co/7LeTk1BhB6 (read it later. . .) #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:23 PM EST

Q5: Who among your co-workers needs encouragement? And how can you help? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:23 PM EST

A4: Most needs are emotional. We use the Lang of lifelong guidelines and life skills #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:24 PM EST

A5: I am lucky to work with a great team that supports each other with listening and positive encouragement :-) #SOZenTeacher

JulieMytych Feb 21 @ 11:24 PM EST

A5: we all do. As principal, I practice random acts of kindness #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:24 PM EST

A5: We have a young teacher who is AWESOME & gets flack from the vets for her innovations. I try to encourage her. #SOzenteacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:25 PM EST

A5: I work in the online world, so it is me and the Ss. Ss need the encouragement. #SOZenTeacher

A_Rosc Feb 21 @ 11:25 PM EST

A5: Everyone needs a smile and a ear. It's hard to stop running around, but you never know when someone just needs a moment #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:26 PM EST

All of them! Listen w/o judgement,offer to take recess duty,leave notes of encouragement(did this for all staff my 1st yr) #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:23 PM EST

Q5: Who among your co-workers needs encouragement? And how can you help? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:26 PM EST

A5: Remember that the encouragement can be simple: A note, a hello, a smile. Really! Simple is enough sometimes. #SOzenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:27 PM EST

Q6: What do I need? How can I help myself? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

KathiSueSummers Feb 21 @ 11:27 PM EST

A6: I need the continued encouragement that I get from my PLN. #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:28 PM EST

A5: Works both ways. I sent my principal an encouraging note today, thanking her for some info she sent to staff. #SOzenteacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:26 PM EST
All of them! Listen w/o judgement,offer to take recess duty,leave notes of encouragement(did this for all staff my 1st yr) #sozenteacher
- LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:23 PM EST
  
  Q5: Who among your co-workers needs encouragement? And how can you help? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:28 PM EST

A6: Balance is my goal. I try to find joy in each day at work and at play Enjoy Today! :-) #SOZenTeacher

A_Rosc Feb 21 @ 11:28 PM EST

A6: Time to enjoy life. Making time for that. #SOZenTeacher

JaimeABart Feb 21 @ 11:28 PM EST

Ugh, I need to chill on myself. Release pressure, unplug, have fun, and breathe! #sozenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:27 PM EST

Q6: What do I need? How can I help myself? (p39) #SOZenTeacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:29 PM EST

Homework: Tell yourself that no matter what happens, you will refrain from anticipating outcomes & passing judgment :-) #SOZenTeacher

thezenteacher Feb 21 @ 11:29 PM EST

This is THE MOST important Q. Self-care is NOT selfish! Self-care IS health care. #SOzenteacher

LeachTeach4 - Moderator Feb 21 @ 11:27 PM EST

Q6: What do I need? How can I help myself? (p39) #SOZenTeacher