EMPATHY
If you did in fact watch the Ted Talk then you might have a better understanding of why we need to practice expected social sklls. If we want to build healthy relationships with others then we have to use group behavior instead of self behavior. For example, you may have casual table manners at home. Maybe some people wear hats to the table, talk while they are chewing, rest elbows on table, eat with their fingers, spit out bones or gristle from meat, hold their dishes close to their mouths or walk away from the table without asking to be excused when others are still eating. Every family has the right to have their own comfortable eating expectations. However, there are common expected behaviors for eating with others. We try to observe these expected behaviors when we are with others to show care and respect for the group. People who build healthy relationships don't say" Why can't I spit out my bones, we always do that at my house!!!". People who want to have friends notice if they are making others uncomfortable and then change what they are doing just because. That is also called... wait for it..... EMPATHY
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What truly makes us happy? Stuff is nice to get...but what truly matters? Google "Robert Waldinger" and watch his Ted Talk on the secret to a happy life.
Shadow is looking for some more sleepover weekends! He loves coming to safe, bunny friendly homes for visits. Especially over winter break and into the chilly month of January. We also have run out of funds for pet supplies. We need another popcorn fundraiser or another sort of fundraiser. Let Room 10 know if you would like a bunny visit or if you are available to help organize a popcorn making morning. We would need a few helping hands to make popcorn for everyone. Thanks Prince of Wales Family!!
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AuthorI am Lauren Purkiss, teacher at Prince of Wales School. I work out of Room 10 as Lead teacher for the Bridges Program as well as a Learning Leader for the school population. I have three children of my own, two boys ages 24 and 21, as well as my daughter, 16. My passion is to support our reluctant learners and their families. My door is always open. Come for a visit anytime. Archives
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