Saturday, March 04, 2006

One of those stories that needs sharing.

I have worked with autistic kids in the past. I just received this from a friend with whom I have taught. Follow the link for a good story of perseverance and self-confidence. Autism

I only wish the coach could have tried some time when he wasn't so confident of winning.
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7 comments:

Anonymous said...

Awesome story!
Char

3:36 PM
Anonymous said...

Just when I thought I was finished with the tears! What a great story!
Faye

10:47 AM
Anonymous said...

I thought I was pretty stupid up to the age of about 35 – when I got my master’s degree. Even then, I was pretty sure that I had somehow pulled the wool over everyone’s eyes.

I didn’t realize that I was ADHD until well into my 40’s – even after being diagnosed and taking medication for a couple of years.

Being ADHD helps me tremendously in doing my work with children.

Being ADHD is the greatest gift! – Right after Kristen, Heather, Kevin, & Sara.

I love to sing as much as I love to ski.

I am not a confident person.

After living for 52.5 years, earning a B. A., an Med, and a PhD, I am finally beginning to believe that I am not stupid.

After living for 52.5 years, earning a B. A., an Med, and a PhD, I am finally beginning to build self-confidence.

I read your post 100 things about me. I have to say I was inspired. There were some that I directly identified with and others that I'm just amazed that you could let people know. Specifically the part about taking 52.5 years to not feel stupid and to finally start building self-confidence. I have for a long time tried to hide the fact that I feel stupid and have very little self confidence. You have given me confidence that I can overcome these feelings and hopefully it will not take another 24 years of my life. Thank you.

11:31 PM
Anonymous said...

Sorry about putting in the old post in my comment. I had copied and pasted it so I could look at it while making my comment.

11:35 PM
Dr. Dan said...

Wow!

I had thought the benefit of doing the "100 things..." was the self-reflection and the growth that I know always comes from that. If this can also support someone else, then I am even more convinced that blogging has a place in the world of learning and teaching.

Thank you for sharing that with me!

2:59 AM
Dee said...

I too felt influenced by your 100 things post. I've read it a few times actually....I would like to think that I will post my own list one day....but I've yet to build up the courage. I find self reflection to be very difficult at times.

9:25 PM
Dr. Dan said...

Difficult? You bet! Especially when you realize that you haven't necessarily lived up to your own expectations. However, when that is the result of self-reflection, you have so much to gain! I do so much better at accepting my self-criticism than that of others.

I think the 100 things process is a riot to reassess. I started it as thinking it might be fun. Fun! What a laugh. I keep telling people that growth from pain is some of the most worthwhile. Try to make sense of that!

11:12 PM

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