Reflective Response Journal Assignment

 1- What messages did I receive growing up about peace?

Growing up in Lebanon, I often heard stories about the importance of peace. My parents would talk about the need for people from different backgrounds to live together peacefully. They explained how, despite Lebanon’s history of conflict, we should focus on understanding and accepting one another especially that we live in a country that had many different religions. They believed that peace starts with respecting others, no matter their religion or culture, and that it was important for our generation to build a better, more united future...

2-In the context of social identity, what messages did I receive growing up about what it meant to be a member of my gender, racial/ethnic, religious group, and socioeconomic class?

As a Lebanese woman, I was taught to be strong, supportive, and to pursue my goals. My community valued pride in our culture, family, and faith. Hard work and education were emphasized as the path to improving life and helping others.

4- What life experiences, or dimensions of my identity, give me a unique insight into peace education?

Being Lebanese has given me a unique perspective on peace. Living in a country with so much diversity has taught me to appreciate different cultures and religions. When the Beirut explosion happened, I saw people from all backgrounds come together to help each other. It showed me that peace means standing together, even in difficult times.

As a PE teacher, I use these in my classes. I believe sports can bring students together and teach them teamwork and respect. I show my students that being a good teammate and playing fair is a way to practice peace. Through sports, they learn that peace is not just about avoiding conflict but about supporting each other and working as one team.

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