Two posts before, I wrote about treating people like people. After reading this new Savater´s chapter I realize it is not only a matter of respect but also a matter of truly recognizing somebody as similar to you. This is not an easy job.We might be so blinded by our whims and views that filling somebody´s shoes can be harder than it seems.
However, we should try to understand the situation in full, from the inside; trying to adopt other people´s view points.
In my experience, I sometimes feel that because I think my view is so true and the only right option, I do not stop and try to analyse other ideas.
As teachers, we need to take into account out students´s viewpoints i.e, take into account THEIR RIGHTS.
If one of my students could not come to class, I shouldn't be mad or upset with him but I should try to put myself in his position, trying to analyse the reasons why he did not come: tiredness, job problems, family issues, etc.
I think this is what being open minded means: DO not stick to one option, opinion or idea; DO research, find out motives and fill somebody´s shoes!
Chapter 7, Etica para Amador - Savater
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Hi Ro! I completely understand you when you say it´s difficult to put ourselves in somebody else´s shoes. It´s something innate I believe, as we are unavoidably subjective; we´re the center of our world.Of course! But it´s also true that we should try not to make everything so personal, otherwise we woldn´t be able to cope with the daily difficulties we come across with.
hugs,
Lu
Wisely said, Romina! Empathy is by far one of the most important qualities a teacher needs to develop. It's also a sign of adulthood, I believe. Once we've established our identity, there's no need to feel threatened when considering alternatives to any position we withhold!
Happy growing! ;-)
Gladys
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