to understand where they’re heading.
So remind them
that behavior counts.
Ask them to open their books
to any page they haven’t read
and get familiar with
accepting what someone else has to say.
Teach all the difference between will
and willpower. Have them practice
mastering the art
of explaining something to people
who don’t care. There will be questions
to answer. If they raise their hands
thank them for participating
but remind them in the end
they’ll have to decide for themselves.
If anyone arrives unprepared
have them curl on the floor
in a fetal position and ask them
to try again. Contrary to popular wisdom,
people get second chances.
Show them how to relax without sleeping,
how to laugh without making fun of
someone else. If you run out of time
I’m sorry. Real learning requires a lifetime.
You will only have one hour.