Are you tired of being treated poorly? It's time to take control and demand respect. Let me share a story with you that proves how setting high expectations can make all the difference.
Recently, I found myself in a tough situation at a middle school. The class was notorious for its unruly behavior, leaving frustrated and subs overwhelmed. When I entered the classroom, I was warned by a co-teacher about the mayhem I was about to face. But instead of feeling discouraged, I decided to change the narrative.
I firmly believed that people respond to how we show them we expect to be treated. So, I started the class by establishing ground rules, making it clear that disrespect would not be tolerated. Yes, there was one particularly loud student who had to be removed from the class initially. But this action sent a strong message to everyone else - I demanded respect.
After a conversation with the principal, we decided to give that student another chance. And guess what? That student came back with a completely different attitude and showed respect during the entire class.
The other teacher was amazed by this transformation and couldn't believe how well-behaved the class became. She even reached out to inform the main teacher about the positive changes she witnessed. This experience taught me an important lesson - people will treat you as you show them you expect to be treated.
That’s why it's essential that you stand firm in demanding respect and not tolerate any form of disrespect.
So, whenever you find yourself dealing with challenging individuals or situations, remember to set high expectations for how others should treat you because You Are WORTHY TO BE GREAT!
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