#txeduchat Archive

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Tuesday February 5, 2019
9:00 PM EST

  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #txeduchat! Tonight we are cultivating kindness! Please introduce yourself!
  • catydear Feb 5 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hey y’all! Caty here, literacy coach in Fort Worth. Super excited about tonight’s topic! #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hello @catydear! Thank you for joining us on #txeduchat
    In reply to @catydear, @catydear
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:06 PM EST
    This evening's #txeduchat format!
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Question 1 coming up! #txeduchat
  • gayajefferson Feb 5 @ 9:08 PM EST
    #txeduchat Greetings, I'm Gaya serving in Professional Learning in the best southwest area! Excited about our topic on kindness tonight!!
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Hello, @gayajefferson! Thank you for joining us on #txeduchat
    In reply to @gayajefferson, @gayajefferson
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Here's Question 1 #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: When I think of kindness, I think of being genuine, being honest, and serving self and others without judgment. #txeduchat
  • DaysMrs Feb 5 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Little late but I’m Soney! I’m a 2nd grade teacher in @friscoisd #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Welcome, @DaysMrs, to #txeduchat. We're glad you're here.
    In reply to @DaysMrs, @friscoisd, @DaysMrs
  • catydear Feb 5 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: I define kindness as treating others with compassion and empathy, without the motivation of something in return. #txeduchat
  • DaysMrs Feb 5 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: kindness to me is seeing a need and eliminating it without the need for recognition or thanks. It’s doing something for someone that you know they need just because #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Love this! To act without expecting reaction...#txeduchat
    In reply to @catydear
  • gayajefferson Feb 5 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #txeduchat A1: I think of being a good samaritan in all aspects of our professional and personal interactions.
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Yes, sometimes we need to just do things to do them, particularly when it solves a problem or addresses a need. #txeduchat
    In reply to @DaysMrs
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Q2 coming! #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:22 PM EST
    #txeduchat Q2 is here!
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:24 PM EST
    I definitely believe this is an essential kindness trait! #txeduchat
    In reply to @gayajefferson
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: I give where I can - whether it be advice or something of a material nature, and I also receive with genuine gratitude. #txeduchat
  • gayajefferson Feb 5 @ 9:28 PM EST
    #txeduchat A2: I cultivate kindness through my disposition, in conversations and by just by caring for people.
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:29 PM EST
    #txeduchat Question 3 coming!
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Here is Question 3 #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: This is something I'm working on day-by-day, but at a minimum - I pray, read positive affirmations, and do things I enjoy such as writing. #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Q4 coming #txeduchat
  • gayajefferson Feb 5 @ 9:40 PM EST
    #txeduchat A3: Alloting spiritual time, time with my family, time with friends and time to volunteer are ways I benefit from for self kindness.
  • catydear Feb 5 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A2: I really try to listen to people more and make them feel heard. I don’t think I’m always successful, but I’m trying to make an honest effort to hear others and connect. #txeduchat
  • catydear Feb 5 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A3: Listen. I really struggle with this! I’m somewhat of a workaholic and don’t often know how to shut down. Going to be looking for some tips tonight! #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Q4 is up #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:43 PM EST
    It is the honest effort that counts! #txeduchat
    In reply to @catydear
  • gayajefferson Feb 5 @ 9:45 PM EST
    #txeduchat A4: Educator, start with self-care first. Find out what give you energy. Then set up time to volunteer with colleagues off site, this really allows folks to fellowship in service to others. This can carry forward into your professional service together.
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I'm a workaholic, too! I read a quote the other day that said "If you die tomorrow, your job will be posted before your obituary." I'm trying to keep that in mind. I need to find a balance. Definitely opportunities for growth for me. We can do it! #txeduchat
    In reply to @catydear
  • gayajefferson Feb 5 @ 9:47 PM EST
    #txeduchat A4: Educator, start with self-care first. Find out what gives you energy. Then set up time to volunteer with colleagues off site, this really allows folks to fellowship in service to others. This can carry forward into your professional service together.
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Q5 coming! #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Q5 is here #txeduchat
  • catydear Feb 5 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A4: I would say that being your authentic self is important. Be genuine and real with your kids! #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5a: Cultivate kindness #txeduchat
  • nnekamcgee Feb 5 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5b: Cultivate kindness #txeduchat