"Trashing Your Mind" (TYM) is about letting go of negative thoughts and unproductive ideas that can weigh down your happiness and productivity.
During one of my class observations as a school head, I asked students who were feeling unhappy that day to stand up. To my surprise, in every class I visited, almost half of the students stood. This realization led to the introduction of *TYM Day* —a designated time every Tuesday for students in my school (RPC) to clear their minds of negativity.
One student, whom I fondly call "Prof Dy," from JS 2, gave an unexpected response.
He shared that he was unhappy because his brother—his closest confidant (gist partner)—was leaving for university the next day. Ohh no! I empathized with him but quickly turned the moment into a celebration, reassuring him that technology would keep them connected. As we talked, he joined in the celebration, his face brightened, and together, we discarded the paper where he had written his feelings of sadness.
Dear teachers and parents,
Be mindful of how children feel—both in the classroom and at home. Help them discard negative thoughts that might hinder their productivity and well-being. You can't afford to have them physically present but mentally blocked by negativity. Instead, nurture their potential by encouraging open conversations and positive thinking.
God bless you as you relate well with children.
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