keep negative people out of my life

the answer to this goal begins with me. I think I have been able to do well with not engaging with the negativity of others and not getting wrapped up in it. I had set this goal initially due to my past experience with Pam and was interested to see how I would react to Andrea now. I think things are okay. I definitely don’t find myself stressed about it.

I will celebrate the day when I no longer have to work with her. It is difficult to ignore her negative remarks. Why the hell would someone want to be a teacher if they are so easily annoyed with kids? I really don’t understand it. I am better off working with someone who I can laugh with and grow with and learn with and have fun. All jobs get frustrating once in awhile and I undrestand how it can be emotionally taxing when you engage with others all day long. But unless you have the strength to build up the ability to let things roll off your back, it’s a lose-lose situation for everyone involved. Ugh. It makes me feel negative and then I get frustrated with her. I need to come up with some ways to physically release the stress when it hits me. I don’t get so stressed with the boys. Just her. Maybe some yoga stretches or some deep breathing. I’ll give it a try tomorrow.

Can’t say today was all that better than yesterday. I am just annoyed the way Andrea indirectly communicates her frustration towards me.

I have come to accept that having a reasonable guard up to protect my feelings right now is okay, but it’s not where I want to stay. I’m learning how to discern when and with whom it’s good to be wide open. It’s about the engagement again…

I’ve moved and changed my number. I do not miss talking to you.

I do not miss you or our talks.