I found myself in an uncomfortable situation today. We were at a class and Lance was walking around minding his own business as he does. Just in his own wee world discovering things and investigating how everything works.
Out of nowhere this slightly older boy came right up to Lance and spits in his face. Not just once but twice before his mum intervened. Lance just looked at him and didn't move. He didn't start crying or anything. I was waiting for a reaction but inside I had no idea what I was hoping for him to do.
How do I teach him to stand up for himself without being violent? I honestly think he reacted in the best possible way considering his age. But he could have easily tried to shove him or slap him in the face and I'm honestly struggling to make up my mind about what I would do. I want him to stand up for himself and defend himself if needed, but I never want to promote violence.
That little situation has made me think about these huge topics and I still have no idea what I would do. I guess I just have to play it by ear. I just felt so bad that Lance had to stand there and take it. The boy seemed to have it in for Lance for some reason.
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