A student hugged me after class and I froze because I have trauma around touch but I did not know how to explain without making it weird.
More people experience this than they realize.
Past wounds can create unexpected triggers in teaching moments that require delicate navigation between self-protection and student care.
“Where Are You with Teaching as learning — the teacher's examined life?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.