As secondary English teachers, we often find ourselves grappling with challenges—tight schedules, reluctant readers, and the emotional weight of supporting our students. In those moments, we may feel tempted to view the proverbial glass 🍷 as half empty or half full. But what if we reframe that perspective entirely? What if we choose to see that the glass is always 100% full? 🍷💯🍷💯🍷💯

Think about it: even when the glass isn’t brimming with water, it’s filled with air. Both are essential—one quenches thirst 💧💦, the other sustains life 🌿🍁🌱. Similarly, our teaching journey is never devoid of value. The air represents the intangible wins—the quiet moments when a student’s eyes light up with understanding or the resilience we model during tough days. The liquid symbolizes the visible successes—the essay improved, the novel understood, the breakthrough conversation that sparks growth. ✨💥

When we embrace this mindset, we recognize that every moment of teaching is purposeful. The struggles aren’t voids; they’re opportunities for growth and creativity. And the victories, no matter how small, ripple outward in ways we may never fully see.

So let’s celebrate the fullness of our glass! 🍷💧🌱 Because in every challenge, every joy, and every quiet triumph, we are shaping futures—one word at a time. And we deserve hope.

Keep on being awesome!

Jonathan

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