Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion by Ervin Jr, Morris H.
Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion by Ervin Jr, Morris H.

Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion

Growing up, I always felt like I was in a constant battle with the world around me....
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Author: Morris H. Ervin Jr
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Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion by Ervin Jr, Morris H.

Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion

$43.86
Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion by Ervin Jr, Morris H.

Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: A Teacher's Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion

$43.86
Author: Morris H. Ervin Jr
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Description
Growing up, I always felt like I was in a constant battle with the world around me. I saw the suppressed anger and rage in my friends, fueled by a system that often failed to understand or nurture us. We were quick to anger, and slow to forgive-- our frustrations often boiling over in destructive ways.

Therefore, my journey into education wasn't just a career choice; it was a calling, a mission to change the narrative for kids who were just like I used to be. I saw myself in them-- in their struggles, their outbursts, their desperate need for guidance and understanding. I started out stern and strict, molded by my own experiences with authority figures who believed in 'tough love.'

But with time, I realized that what these kids needed wasn't just discipline, but empathy, a chance to be heard, and tools to channel their pain into something positive. Embracing the principles of Non-Violent Communication (NVC), I transformed my approach to teaching and mentoring. I shifted from enforcing authority to fostering understanding and empathy. This new focus on compassionate listening and expressing oneself authentically helped me connect with students on a deeper level.

"Reflections of a Troubled Black Man," is the culmination of my experiences and insights, encapsulating my life's journey and the transformative power of empathy and understanding. It serves as a practical guide for individuals facing similar struggles, offering strategies to transform fear and pain into strength and passion.

The book is not just my story; it's a roadmap for personal and systemic change, deeply rooted in the principles of Non-Violent Communication. By sharing my story, I aim to empower others to turn their adversities into opportunities for growth and to inspire change within the educational system and beyond.

Author: Morris H. Ervin Jr
Publisher: Bookbaby
Published: 06/25/2024
Pages: 360
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9798350948257

About the Author
Morris H Ervin Jr. is is most recently an author, an Educator, International Nonviolent Communication Trainer, Racial Empathy Specialist, and Storyteller who has provided mentoring, youth development, mindfulness, and interpersonal communication through wellness retreats, leadership seminars, and community workshops for the past twenty years. Also as an artist, Morris has captivated audiences through his One Man Storytelling Shows. Morris has a unique way of reflecting his real life experiences through the characters he portrays on stage. Morris teaches storytelling as a way to help young people channel their life stories from the pen to the stage. His most recent artistic accomplishment is a memoir entitled, "Reflections of a Troubled Black Man: Teacher Quest, Turning Fear Into Strength, and Pain Into Passion"



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