“The art of being a good teacher is the art of making oneself loved.”
What this quote means
Félicité de Genlis emphasizes that teaching does not rely on authority or discipline, but on affection. A good teacher knows how to make himself loved, because it is through love that the student opens up and truly learns. This idea applies to any teaching relationship, parent-child, mentor-apprentice. When one feels loved, one is more receptive, more confident, more creative. Kindness is not a weakness but a pedagogical strength.
How to apply it daily
If you teach or mentor someone, show your genuine interest today. Listen attentively and express your belief in their abilities.
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