Episode16 10/7/2022

"Making a tough decision"

#Absence A-B-S-E-N-C-E

The state of not being there or not existing.

1. This student just made a third absence in a row from math lessons. I wonder if he still wants to continue.
2. The absence of oxygen and bacteria is what kept these canned foods fresh for decades.

#Attendance A-T-T-E-N-D-A-N-C-E

The action or state of going regularly to or being present at a place or event.

1. With his attendance rate lower than 50%, it’s getting difficult for him to stay sharp with the things learned from previous sessions.
2. Because I love and respect this job, I’ve been holding my attendance rate above 99.5% over the years.

#Achieve A-C-H-I-E-V-E

To carry out successfully; to get or attain as the result of exertion

1. It’s a shame that we only achieved minimal progress over the past few months, we could have done much better if he attended lessons regularly.
2. All great achievements require persistence and long term dedication.

#Discipline D-I-S-C-I-P-L-I-N-E

Training that corrects, molds or perfects the mental faculties or moral character.

1. According to my experience, the students who exercised self-discipline performed much better than the ones with casual attitudes.
2. Following rules because someone else told you is external discipline; following them because you believe it is right is internal discipline.

#Commitment C-O-M-M-I-T-M-E-N-T

The state or an instance of being obliged or emotionally impelled.

1. I’m relieving him of his lessons for now. I will welcome him back when he is ready to make a serious commitment to studying math.
2. Before you raise a cat or dog, ask yourself whether you are ready to make a commitment that might last for 15 years.