When I see a student come in early and work on something I’ve taught or am curious about, I want to meet them there early and give more.
When I see a student stay late and get extra reps in on something from class or some above and beyond material, I want to stay after with them and give more.
When a students asks questions that extend beyond the scope of what’s required—that they can’t seem to figure out how to train past on their own—I want to answer those questions and give more.
When a student is struggling with curriculum and is persisting in the face of frustration, I want to step in and give more.
When a student gives more, I want to give more.
Which, isn’t to be confused with the student who constantly wants to take more.
When the student comes in early or stays late and wants me to teach them a private class… or asks questions about things they haven’t even tried to solve on their own… or wants answers to things they haven’t experienced frustration from yet… I feel like I’m being taken from as opposed to enthusiastically giving.
The difference is subtle… but, in its understanding is a powerful truth.
Invest the time, put in the effort, expend the energy yourself… and I will meet you on the other side.
Try and squeeze me for more time, effort, and energy without the match on your side… and I’ll eventually start taking away, too.