Came across this cute little post about a Complaint-Free Diet and thought the quote the author used and the concept could be easily transferrable into school counseling work. Starting in third grade, I have seen some interpersonal conflicts among students, primarily girls, that involve put-downs, criticisms, negative and disparaging remarks and looks. All of these things contribute to a school-culture within which teasing and bullying can thrive. One of the ways to help improve school and classroom climate is to focus on positive behaviors and teach students how to interact with each other in positive and cooperative ways. I could see how this simple idea could be spun into a school-wide campaign or a classroom intervention or several activities for small group work.
Here's the quote:
"We have no more right to put our discordant states of mind into the lives of those around us and rob them of their sunshine and brightness than we have to enter their houses and steal their silverware."
– Julia Moss Seton
Considering and really thinking about this quote with students could create a wonderful discussion about how we impact others around us and what it means to them and us.
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