The disturbing person's message to interpret
When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That’s the message he is sending.”
- Topics : Appeasement , Attitudes , Awareness , Behaviours , Bullying , Children , Competencies , Decentring , Discipline, sanctions, punishment , Discernment , Emotional intelligence , Emotional skills , Empathetic approach , Education , Parental discernment , Positive Education , Suffering , Students , Teacher discernment
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Commentary :
This message will help teachers and parents who have children who push them to their limits and/or make them suffer. The concept is fully part of the Graines de Paix pedagogy regarding firm, positive authority and the importance of being responsive to the learner's emotional needs.
THICH Nhat Hanh
Zen Buddhist master, author and peace activist, who co-founded the Engaged Buddhism movement, combining mindfulness practice, the art of living in peace, and social work.
