I can still remember the first episode of Grey’s Anatomy. I’m not sure that everyone would think that it is great television or find it as entertaining as I do, but there is one thing that kept me coming back for more--and that’s relationships. The relationship that I found to be the most relatable was the friendship between Meredith and Christina. As you will find on any tv drama, the two were always smack dab in the middle of some big problem or conflict. But despite these conflicts, they remained true to themselves and true to one another.
You might be wondering why this relationship is worthy of a blog post, but with the start of the school year I encourage you to find your ‘person’. I was always blessed to be surrounded by other educators that encouraged me, challenged me, and helped me excel. They were willing to be honest with me when I had made a mistake or offer support when I took a risk and failed. Having a ‘person’ is essential for growth as an educator.
But relationships are built between two people. So don’t forget to be that ‘person’ for someone else. Take a look across the hall or down the stairs and find someone that needs a person that will listen, brainstorm, encourage, and celebrate. Be their person.
Teaching can be a lonely profession. At times the days may seem impossible. But even the worst days aren’t so bad when you can laugh about it with your 'person'.
You might be wondering why this relationship is worthy of a blog post, but with the start of the school year I encourage you to find your ‘person’. I was always blessed to be surrounded by other educators that encouraged me, challenged me, and helped me excel. They were willing to be honest with me when I had made a mistake or offer support when I took a risk and failed. Having a ‘person’ is essential for growth as an educator.
But relationships are built between two people. So don’t forget to be that ‘person’ for someone else. Take a look across the hall or down the stairs and find someone that needs a person that will listen, brainstorm, encourage, and celebrate. Be their person.
Teaching can be a lonely profession. At times the days may seem impossible. But even the worst days aren’t so bad when you can laugh about it with your 'person'.
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