One of my new teachers is the most negative person I have ever come across. She talks under her breath and complains about everything. I have not been around anyone so negative since I was married. I have been single for 27 years. I don't quite understand why a new teacher would not even be willing to give the new job a positive chance.
However, it has sure changed my attitude. I even sat through the most boring meeting on the planet this morning. And because she was sitting with me complaining, I actually sat up and listened to everything the speaker had to say as if it was the most interesting thing ever. I did not make a comment (I usually do). I did not doodle, fidgit, or move except to go to the bathroom. I paid attention. I admit now that I didn't really hear what was being said. But everyone around me thought I was listening with my full attention.
I have decided to try to say only positive things around this teacher. I will never be negative around her. I will rise above this. In the end, if it doesn't change...then I will hate her. But at least I gave her a chance.