Reply to classmates

COLLAPSE : 1. Today at work I was leading an art project with the kids, and I was trying to keep everything running smoothly. For my f stage, I stayed smiling, used a fun voice, and acted like everything was under control. I wanted the kids to see me as fun, creative, and in charge. I gave them lots of encouragement and kept the energy up. But back stage, I was actually a little stressed because we were missing some of the supplies I had planned to use. I had to quickly think of a new way to do the _ activity without showing that I was struggling. I just stayed calm and acted like it was all part of the plan. In the end, the kid _ had fun, so it worked out. ; : _ 2. One time I couldn't really manage the impression I wanted was during a staff meeting. Someone asked me to share my thoughts, and my mind went completely blank. I just said something short and kind of awkward. I wanted to sound vont and ready, but I didn't. No one reacted badly, but I felt a bit embarrassed. It reminded me that sometimes nerves take over, e1 _ when you're prepared