I am smart|من با هوشم

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“63rd story” First Published: Nov.01.2018 A third-grade teacher was on medical break for a few months. A new substitute teacher walked into the class. The substitute teacher continued the class like other normal days. antique-1854416__340.jpg In every subject, he realized one of the students was slower and lacked self-confidence, causing his classmates to bully him a lot. One day when the class was finished, the substitute teacher asked the slow student to stay after school. board-1666644__340 The substitute teacher wrote a short poem from a famous poet on the board and told the student: “I would like you to memorize this poem tonight. Please don’t tell anyone about it.” read-316507__340 The next day, the substitute teacher wrote the same poem on the board and said: “I give you all 5 minutes to memorize this poem. It’s a famous poem and all of you have heard it before, so it shouldn’t be hard.” board-850210__340 After five minutes he erased the poem and asked: “Who remembers the poem?” The slow student was the only one who raised his hand and was able to recite the poem. Other kids were shocked and the teacher said loudly: “Everyone please clap for M-H.” chalk-672187__340 Every day the kind substitute teacher helped M-H. believe in himself. M-H. became the honor student that year. Every year after that he was the best student in his classes. After years, he became the most famous kidney transplant specialist in Iran. kidney-2183443__340 Then in his life story, he mentioned that he owes all his achievements in life to his grade three-substitute teacher who made him believe that he was not dumb, and he should work hard and have faith in himself. He is still living in Shiraz-Iran and has saved many lives.
 

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160 comments ›

  1. MichaelStephenWills
    November 1, 2018 • 11:55 am

    A great technique and inspirational story, thank you Laleh.

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  2. lampmagician
    November 1, 2018 • 12:15 pm

    Reblogged this on lampmagician and commented:
    a wonderful read to believe in ownself. always look up! ❤

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  3. ortensia
    November 1, 2018 • 12:39 pm

    What an incredible story and inspirational……….I which there would be people like that teacher❤️

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  5. DutchIl
    November 1, 2018 • 12:48 pm

    Thank you for sharing a wonderful story and should be a inspiration to others!!… it were a wise teacher indeed who helped the young boy!… “The teacher who is indeed wise does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom but rather leads you to the threshold of your mind.” Kahlil Gibran
    Far too many children are bullied or ridiculed for a number of reasons, though no fault of their own, just being “different”… 🙂

    “One’s dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked, but it can never be taken away unless it is surrendered.” Michael J. Fox

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  6. Mz&Cho
    November 1, 2018 • 12:57 pm

    What a lovely story! I remember my third grade teacher and will never ever forget her kindness. She helped me appreciate “knowledge” to such an extent that my world until now is just books and books. Thank you, Laleh, for sharing!

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  7. righteousbruin9
    November 1, 2018 • 1:05 pm

    That is a beautiful story. Iran owes much to that teacher who helped Dr. Hosseini realize his potential! I will look for your book, in a day or two.

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  8. simplywendi
    November 1, 2018 • 1:27 pm

    this story brought tears to my eyes………it is so important for everyone so have someone who believes in them. beautiful Laleh!

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  9. hassanmosleh
    November 1, 2018 • 1:31 pm

    This story is very inspirational and emotional. I loved the encouragement and self esteem that the substitute teacher gave him.

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  10. equipsblog
    November 1, 2018 • 1:59 pm

    Reblogged this on e-Quips and commented:
    If you believe you can, you are right. If you believe you can’t, you are right. Read this amazing true story in the power of believing you can.

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  11. equipsblog
    November 1, 2018 • 2:00 pm

    Amazing post. So glad it is based upon a true story. I had to re-blog this on eQuips.

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  12. Sean D. Layton
    November 1, 2018 • 2:34 pm

    Excellent post. I tell you, a good teacher can make all the difference bur a bad one can be so detrimental. Unfortunately, when I was eight and going to school in the UK, I had the opposite experience. My teacher, Mr. Kitchener, mocked me in front of the class for being slow to grasp fractions during math lessons.The humiliation I felt had a profound effect on my self-confidence and convinced me I was an idiot and the fear of failure just shut me down. I wish this substitute had been my teacher.

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  13. The Stories in Between
    November 1, 2018 • 2:34 pm

    This is a great story. We must never forget how powerful and potentially life-changing a simple act of kindness and compassion can be. Thanks for sharing it.

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  15. Valerie Cullers
    November 1, 2018 • 3:01 pm

    Inspirational story and post!!!

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  16. Roshonda N. Blackmon
    November 1, 2018 • 3:08 pm

    Gotta love those teachers!!! I absolutely loved this story, just goes to show – we have to give people (kids as well) a chance, everyone is different and that’s what makes us all unique.

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  18. lillyevechristie
    November 1, 2018 • 4:48 pm

    That is so heart warming and such a lovely story, it shows anything is possible and that kindness is beyond price. Thank you for sharing x

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  19. Maria Tatham, a gentle iconoclast
    November 1, 2018 • 4:48 pm

    Laleh, beautiful and true – I love this story.

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  20. Rosaliene Bacchus
    November 1, 2018 • 5:25 pm

    A caring teacher can make all the difference in a child’s life.

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  21. Wally Fry
    November 1, 2018 • 5:28 pm

    Sometimes, all a person needs is a helping hand!

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  22. Sunith
    November 1, 2018 • 5:40 pm

    How kind people make others believe in themselves. So nice of you to share this here…

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  24. Bushra's Lifestyle
    November 1, 2018 • 7:31 pm

    Laleh your story really made me cry, I work with my little 6 years old girl who is with down syndrome in the similar ways. She is a blessing for us. Thank you so much for sharing this.

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  25. Ancient Skies
    November 1, 2018 • 11:12 pm

    A truly beautiful story! Thank you.

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  26. Mr. Mel
    November 1, 2018 • 11:48 pm

    I read this first as a reblog, my comment there was,”another fantastic post by a blogger that I enjoy reading”. So heartwarming. 🙏❤

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  28. www.corneliaweber-photography.com
    November 2, 2018 • 2:41 am

    What a gifted teacher and you as a what a gifted writer, Laleh joon.

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  29. padmajaramesh
    November 2, 2018 • 7:02 am

    Great.
    Hats off to the teacher
    👑

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  30. Subbashini Meenakshi Sundaram
    November 2, 2018 • 8:35 am

    Very inspiring story, thanks for sharing. My eldest daughter is a dyslexian, at initial stage before knowing what is her difficulty we suffered a lot. Now we are encouraging her in her intrested field of music, dance like that. I can understand the situation of that student. This story provoked my thoughts. Most books of Amazon is not available in Oman where I am residing . I will search for your book.

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  31. Crissy
    November 2, 2018 • 8:59 am

    Making a difference in people’s lives.
    What a great story.
    Thank you dear Laleh ❤️

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  33. Ultra
    November 2, 2018 • 8:14 pm

    An instructive story !

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  35. Life
    November 4, 2018 • 1:23 pm

    Wonderful and inspirational

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  36. Michele Anderson
    November 4, 2018 • 11:13 pm

    Your story shows how we all can make a difference in the life of a child.

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  37. stopociechblog
    November 5, 2018 • 7:59 pm

    The teacher, teacher is a mission and a vocation. It depends a lot on the teachers we met on our way. He had not only knowledge about his subject, which he lectured, but also knowledge about the child’s psyche. Bravo.

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  38. natuurfreak2
    November 5, 2018 • 10:36 pm

    Heerlijk verhaal en wat men met zelfvertrouwen kan bereiken

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  39. Warren Richards
    November 6, 2018 • 4:15 am

    What a wonderful demonstration, on how a life can truly change; when the kindhearted, chooses to make a difference!

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  42. Jack Eason
    November 8, 2018 • 6:58 am

    Reblogged this on Have We Had Help? and commented:
    Another of Laleh’s tales…

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  43. joylennick
    November 8, 2018 • 8:38 am

    What a heart-warming story, Laleh. It must be wonderful to be a teacher and see such results. Best wishes. xx

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  44. driftyness
    November 11, 2018 • 12:33 am

    Teachers/people like that are so important. In high school, I was dealing with low self-esteem and depression. I wasn’t functioning well and getting to class on time in the mornings was very difficult for me. Usually, I’d get sent to the office to get a late slip, and then I’d end up in detention after school. I felt trapped in a cycle and very alone. I had one teacher who actually stopped and asked me if I was okay one day. I can’t tell you how much I appreciated someone seeing me struggling to begin with, and more than that showing concern. That really meant a lot to me, and I still think about it now, years later.

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  45. annu muun (Dream Weaver)
    November 12, 2018 • 1:10 am

    Reblogged this on theclubhouseblog and commented:
    This made me cry joyfully….This lady is truly Brilliant and Extraordinary. Her stories are Amazing, they help me smile when I feel smiling is impossible …Her Book is one that I feel is necessary that I have…

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  46. ForgivingConnects
    November 14, 2018 • 7:22 am

    This is an incredible story, Laleh. Thank you for the inspiration and happiness. 🙂 Blessings, Debbie

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  47. Equipping
    November 14, 2018 • 5:59 pm

    Thanks for your like of my post, “Rapture Review – Who’s Going? – Who’s Left Behind?” You are very kind.

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  49. Equipping
    November 30, 2018 • 3:42 am

    Thanks for your like of my post, “Jehovah – Jesus;” you are very kind.

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  50. Orvillewrong
    February 22, 2021 • 12:22 pm

    We all sometimes need that little encouragement, so that we might shine!

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  51. Leah
    February 22, 2021 • 12:35 pm

    That is such a deeply moving post, Laleh! Thank you for the happy tears!

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  52. utahan15
    February 22, 2021 • 1:12 pm

    front row
    as you know
    last name a
    slow to learn
    hated public school
    hell on earth
    as is syria
    and the ultimate
    learning for me
    is book bounc
    egadz

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  55. Cindy Georgakas
    February 22, 2021 • 10:28 pm

    Oh I have chills.
    That is sooo tender lovely! 🤗

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  56. Jonathan Caswell
    February 23, 2021 • 12:42 am

    Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
    BEING A FORMER SUBSTITUE TEACHER I LOVE AND APPLAUD THIS ONE! ❤

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  57. Crissy
    February 23, 2021 • 4:13 am

    A caring teacher made such a difference in this child’s life.
    Very moving story Laleh
    Thank you for sharing 💜

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  58. bigskybuckeye
    February 26, 2021 • 9:33 am

    Being a retired educator, I am quite touched by this post. Those who can . . . teach!

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  59. nightlake
    March 5, 2021 • 5:26 am

    A beautiful story. Building someone’s self-confidence is a key to their success.

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