I have a knack for analogies. I did not know this about myself. It doesn't come out as much in my writing. But when I see that my students are very confused, I can pull out a good analogy ("so if your theology of salvation is a plant...") or an example ("remember in pocahontas? but then let me tell you what's happening now with natives and resources") at the drop of a hat. One of the things I was most worried about with teaching was that I wouldn't be able to communicate clearly. In conversations with friends and acquaintances I tend to use weird syntax, make strange examples, and generally not make much sense, especially when I feel pressure. But I think the added dash of authority I get in the classroom helps my confidence and releases my mouth and mind to do their best work.
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