Saturday, November 09, 2013

Action Vs Reaction

After an illustrious span of four years dedicated to the field of education, I am transitioning into the role of an invigilator. Regrettably, my nomination has encountered resistance from a few quarters. It appears that some individuals have not taken into consideration the extensive array of workshops I diligently participated in throughout the past year. Despite the numerous learning opportunities I engaged with, there have been grievances lodged, with an attempt to revoke my nomination on the grounds of my status as a visiting examiner.

If I were to place myself in your shoes, I can scarcely fathom the approach I would adopt to address this situation. The experience would undoubtedly be profoundly distressing, and the sentiments associated with it would be difficult to reconcile. This sentiment is especially pertinent, as I find it perplexing that you have raised concerns about my selection as an invigilator, even though I championed your nomination for the same role, regardless of the number of workshops you had attended. Your entreaty to "understand, my friend" echoes in my thoughts, invoking contemplation. What if, instead of me, it had been you who encountered rejection? I consider myself fortunate to have been granted this opportunity, just as you were.

Considering the prospect of receiving certain benefits, it is conceivable that an awakening would transpire, even from the depths of inertia. Conversely, envision the scenario wherein these benefits were rescinded; it is conceivable that distress would pervade even the realm of dreams. While I am inclined to believe that your comments were perhaps not intended to wound, they undeniably incited a profound ache within me. After all, I perceive a shared trajectory and common purpose, though the need for resolution is evident. It is plausible that your words may have inadvertently slipped forth, and I acknowledge that my response might similarly stem from my own personal experiences.

In conclusion, as I embark on this new chapter and assume my role as an invigilator, I reflect upon the complexities of our shared human experience. It is my hope that we can navigate these intricacies, fostering understanding and accord along the way.

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