With all of the snow we had this week, my five days turned into two! Even though I taught very little I sure did learn a lot about adaptability and flexibility.

I like to think that I’m adaptable and flexible, but these two qualities are in constant conflict with my desire for control over my plans and organization. I spend a lot of time planning each of my classes; every activity has a purpose and when I think about having to rearrange classes, I become easily overwhelmed. How do I choose which lesson and activity to cut out? How do I justify removing this piece of content? How can I make my plans work in new circumstances? These questions caused me significant stress this week. But through it all I learned how to answer these questions. I learned that I need to have confidence in myself and my abilities, and that whatever decision I make, I can l live with and make work. 

As a result, I’ve spent time analyzing unit plans, lesson plans, and making executive decisions on what I want to do and what I need to do. Every big decision I make has relieved some stress, but has also left me full of doubts on my decision. I’m spending my time accepting my decisions, and making the best of the situation. I’m learning to be more adaptable and flexible in my planning. I am thankful that I was able to work on these skills as I can’t always stick to my schedule. Change is inevitable and constant, so I must learn to constantly change to face the inevitable.