Feeling badly about not coming through?
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I think that you did the right thing.   You agreed to teach for them,  not  damage your vocal chords. We are always entitled to change our minds, especially when our well-being or the well being of others is threatened.  Feeling some guilt for breaking an agreement is normal to one who lives by principles and one who strives to do good for others.  I'm wondering if having a translator was part of the original agreement.  If so,  feel no guilt - they didn't follow through.  You tried your best to do good for these students.  Focus on your efforts!  You should be proud of yourself! :>)  You sound like a good, concerned teacher. \n\n Remember that when one door closes,  another opens.  You will find a job that has better conditions and you feel more fulfilled - and you won't lose your voice!\n\n\nRegarding the advice of the first answerer, what an insult!  I'm pretty sure you have already tried the calm,  creative approaches.  Having 45 seven-year-olds in a single class has to be overwhelming.  I've worked in classes of twelve and found myself yelling when frustrated,  worn-out, unappreciated and overwhelmed.  I can only imagine what it's like to deal with 45 non-English seven-year-olds.  Heck,  I yell to my THREE kids sometimes,  especially when I do not feel they are learning from what I say in a low tone.  Also,  learning Chinese under your level of stress is unrealistic.  You would have no free time to unwind.  Besides,  it doesn't sound like learning Chinese was part of the original agreement.
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hey i really wanted 2 help u out.. but...\ner... i don understand ur q....\nplz... don feel bad...\nsorry...
1142729
why are you feeling this way???  if the situation is that the person left you, do you think they are feeling this way.. probably not.life is about living and learning. yes I'm sure you are feeling bad but it is not a life or death situation. and if that's the case check yourself into a hospital.
713785
nothing, everyone feels like this sometimes, just live trough if for now, it will get better =]
669297
Terribly, terribly guilty. Usually I apologize, and start crying. I don't yearn for attention, but if I am not getting attention because I hurt his feelings, I feel pretty dang bad.
276801
Yes, it can get on your nerves sometimes. People have a tendency to make the experiences they are having, so much bigger than anyone else's. We all have the same feelings we just react differently according to our personalities. Let's face it, some are not as strong as others. Just bear with them, give them support if you can. If your problems are overwhelming you at the time, back away quietly and tend to your own needs at the time.  So sorry you feel this way. Hope it gets better.
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I'll be your friend! Anytime! Don't worry, everyone feels like a loser at some point in their life. I used to, too. Then I kinda got over it and tried to be pestimistic at all times. I still feel like garbage sometimes, but hey, lifes good. Send me a message if you wanna talk and I'll give you my IM.
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I know how you feel. Sometimes I feel really depressed and want to quit. But then there are clearer days when I look at my life closely and I realized that nothing is really wrong with it. I just want a fresh start, you know, a clean slate. \n\nAnd I feel that way, like I wanna pack up and leave, without leaving any goodbye notes or anything. But it's the thought of my responsibility to my family that's stopping me. They have always been supportive of me. And I think I owe to them to keep it together.\n\nYou can try talking to your family or your friends, the people whom you care deeply about but you are planning to leave. That will put things into a clearer perspective.
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Yea..unfortunately i know exactly how you feel. I think most people feel this way at one point or another. It's a terribly easy slump to get into, but now that you are fed up with it start making some changes. Start practicing saying no to people sometimes and giving yourself a littlle time for yourself. It's hard to be a good friend or partner to anyone if your all used up. Unfortunately though it's easy to get into a pattern of just saying ok and going with everyone else's flow! Think of things you enjoy doing and set aside some time to do them... it will go a long way in helping you get back some energy and re-centering yourself. Good Luck and lotsa luv!
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Laziness or feeling inadequate
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I 'hear' you!  'Been there, done that.' Feeling like you're so far behind, that 'what's the use of trying?'\nIf it's not a physical or emotional problem, one that a Dr. should address, then you must 'own' the problem and not allow your emotions to 'own' you. We all have feelings, but it's all about how we react to them that really matters.\n\nI remember how I felt; the same way you feel, but I decided to try something different...like making my study time a priority. I found that I tested much better, and felt much more confident when I was well-prepared. \n \nSounds simple; it's not. But, it's worth a shot..."Nothing ventured, nothing gained."\nI wish you all the best.
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I sometimes feel the same way that you feel...and I hate it. I'm so sorry that you feel that way and no I dont think that it should be normal but everybody had bad days so what I try to do is find something to do so I want think about whatever got me down. I love you, so put a smile on your face! :)
1103572
It's really hard to feel that way. I feel the same but I am confident that before I know it, someone will fill that void!
859255
I'm thinking that I'm sad and I don't know why. . . Maybe I'm just tired- maybe I'm about to start-  I feel the lump in my throat like I'm about to cry.  I think I'm just a little lonely b/c my man and children are sleeping and I'm still awake at 2:09 AM- I'm thinking that there are so many closed-minded people in the R & S section.  \n\nThanks for asking
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Actually, you should feel pooped out and potentially hosed down.\n\nDid everything come out well in the end?
1095545
Right now I just feel cheap.\n\nthanks for the points!
1090237
Thank God. Im not the only one. Yes. If I miss it for a day I feel like I lost something or didnt accomplish something for that day