Walking through the halls after the last bell I noticed a sign on a teacher’s door that said, “Ask yourself, what have you learned today?” Good question.

I have learned to never underestimate students. You may have one that grates on your last nerve and seems to do so deliberately, but he/she may be capable of being a class stand out…in a positive way. I have several students that are high maintenance, but with their insight they surprise me on a regular basis. Just when you think no one gets it, what is wrong with these people they step up and express their understanding in such a way that makes the light come on for everyone else.

I have learned (relearned) that despite how frustrated I am or the problems I may have there is someone going through a more difficult time. It’s all about perspective. Our problems are big to us, but if you hear those of others yours can seem smaller.

I have learned that the past is the past, but the future can hold so much more than you ever dreamed of.

I have learned that sometimes it is best to keep your thoughts to yourself. In a society burdened by the perception of greatness and political correctness it is many times best to simply smile and nod.

Not bad for a day that I woke up hoping it was Friday. Just think how our outlooks would change if we awoke questioning what will we learn that day instead of questioning if we will make it to the end of the day with our sanity. BTW, if you are teacher reading this I regret to inform you that you lost your sanity a long time ago, stop looking for it and just enjoy what mental health you have left. This probably applies to several out there- teachers and non.

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