EL MAESTRO QUE ME HIZO LLORAR | YOKOI KENJI
Summary
TLDRThe speaker recounts their experience with a unique Japanese teacher, Master Satoshi, who defied traditional norms by enthusiastically greeting students with 'Life is wonderful!' Despite initial embarrassment, the teacher's passion for teaching and love for his ill wife, who inspired him to continue teaching even as she fought cancer, deeply moved the speaker. This story highlights the transformative power of positivity and the profound impact a dedicated educator can have on students' lives.
Takeaways
- 😀 The story is about a unique Japanese teacher who inspired the narrator with his exuberance and love for life.
- 📚 The teacher's unconventional teaching style involved shouting 'Life is wonderful!' in the classroom, breaking the traditional norms.
- 🌞 The teacher's enthusiasm was initially seen as ridiculous by the students, but it later became a source of inspiration and change.
- 💔 The teacher, Mr. Saitō Satoshi, faced personal tragedy when his wife fell ill and lost her hair due to chemotherapy.
- 💕 Despite his wife's illness, their love for each other and their passion for teaching remained strong.
- 🗣️ Mr. Saitō was encouraged by his wife to continue teaching and share the joy of learning, even as she was dying.
- 🏫 The teacher's commitment to his wife's wish led him to go to school every day, fighting back tears, and inspiring his students.
- 😢 The narrator felt deep regret for having judged Mr. Saitō and was moved to tears by the teacher's story of love and dedication.
- 🙏 The narrator learned a valuable lesson about living life to the fullest and the importance of hope, even in the face of adversity.
- 🌟 The story emphasizes the impact a passionate teacher can have on students, leaving a lasting impression and shaping their outlook on life.
- 🌈 The narrator now carries the message of positivity and the belief that 'Life is wonderful' as a guiding principle in their own life.
Q & A
What was unique about the Japanese teacher mentioned in the script?
-The Japanese teacher was unique because he would enter the classroom shouting 'Look at Jehovah,' and he would break the protocol of bowing in greeting by exclaiming 'Life is wonderful!' and jumping on the desk.
How did the teacher's behavior affect the students initially?
-The teacher's behavior initially offended the students' adolescence and was seen as embarrassing, especially in the context of their school where such exuberance was not the norm.
What was the significance of the teacher's exclamation 'Life is wonderful!'?
-The exclamation 'Life is wonderful!' was a declaration of the teacher's positive outlook on life, which he used to inspire his students despite the challenges he faced personally.
What personal challenge did the teacher face in his life?
-The teacher faced the personal challenge of his wife falling ill and undergoing chemotherapy, which caused her to lose her hair and be bedridden.
How did the teacher's wife influence his teaching approach during her illness?
-The teacher's wife motivated him to continue teaching and spreading positivity by telling him to tell the students that 'Life is wonderful,' even when she was unable to teach herself.
What was the turning point for the narrator's perception of the teacher?
-The turning point for the narrator was when the teacher shared his personal story and the reason behind his exuberant teaching style, which made the narrator feel ashamed for having previously judged him.
How did the teacher's story impact the narrator's life philosophy?
-The teacher's story taught the narrator to live life with a positive attitude, to focus on the good, and to remember that 'Life is wonderful' even in difficult times.
What did the narrator learn about the teacher's nationality and its cultural norms?
-The narrator learned that the teacher's behavior was not typical for Japanese people, as the other teachers saw him as odd and no one followed his example.
What was the final encounter between the narrator and the teacher like?
-The final encounter was at a train station when the narrator, now 18 years old, met the teacher who was surprised to see him. The teacher took the opportunity to invite the narrator for coffee and continued his lively and joyful demeanor.
What advice did the teacher's wife give him regarding their students?
-The teacher's wife advised him not to tell the students about their personal problems but instead to tell them that life is wonderful, focusing on the positive.
How did the teacher's actions reflect his love for his wife?
-The teacher's actions reflected his love for his wife by honoring her wishes to continue teaching and spreading positivity to the students, despite his personal struggles.
Outlines
😀 Inspiring Japanese Teacher
The speaker recounts their experience with a unique Japanese teacher who defied traditional norms and brought joy and enthusiasm into the classroom. The teacher would enter the classroom with a loud exclamation of 'life is wonderful' and would even jump on the desk to emphasize his point. This was a stark contrast to the more reserved demeanor of other teachers. Initially, the speaker and their classmates found this behavior off-putting and embarrassing, especially during their teenage years. However, years later, the speaker encounters their former teacher, Satoshi, at a train station. Through a conversation over coffee, the speaker learns about Satoshi's deep love for teaching and his wife's influence on his life. Despite his wife's illness and eventual passing, Satoshi continues to teach with the same passion and optimism, inspired by his wife's last wish for him to continue spreading joy. The speaker is deeply moved by this story and reflects on the importance of embracing life's beauty and hope, even in the face of adversity.
🎓 Remembering Teacher Satoshi
In this paragraph, the speaker pays tribute to their former teacher, Satoshi, by sharing a memorable moment from the past. The audience is moved by the heartfelt story, as indicated by the applause mentioned in the script. The speaker's recollection of their teacher serves as a reminder of the profound impact educators can have on their students' lives, shaping their perspectives and inspiring them to see the beauty in life. The applause suggests that the audience resonates with the message of hope and positivity that the teacher embodied.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Master (Maestro)
💡Life Philosophy
💡Cultural Difference
💡Adolescence
💡Encounter
💡Love and Marriage
💡Teaching
💡Illness
💡Optimism
💡Legacy
💡Forgiveness
Highlights
The speaker had a unique Japanese teacher who broke the traditional protocol of greeting in class.
The teacher would enter the classroom shouting 'Look at Jehovah' and 'Solar', creating a joyful atmosphere.
Despite being Japanese, the teacher taught English in a very unorthodox and lively manner.
The teacher's behavior was seen as embarrassing by the students during their adolescence.
The teacher, Mr. Saito Satoshi, was remembered for his dynamic and cheerful personality.
An encounter at the train station 18 years later revealed the teacher's enduring character.
The teacher's wife fell ill, and he continued to teach as a promise to her.
The teacher's wife encouraged him to teach even when she was unable, as a testament to their love for teaching.
The teacher's wife asked him not to share their personal struggles but to continue inspiring students.
The teacher's promise to his wife was to keep telling students that 'life is wonderful', even in the face of adversity.
The speaker felt ashamed for having once considered the teacher ridiculous and asked for forgiveness.
The teacher's story taught the speaker the importance of living life to the fullest and maintaining hope.
The speaker learned to face life's challenges and focus on the positive, inspired by the teacher's outlook.
The teacher's influence extended to the speaker's approach to teaching, emphasizing the good in life.
The speaker acknowledges the impact of the teacher on their life and the importance of remembering such inspirational figures.
The story serves as a reminder that even in difficult times, there is always something positive to focus on and teach.
The speaker concludes by emphasizing the majority of people are good and that it's worth focusing on the positive aspects of life.
Transcripts
tuve un maestro japonés como ustedes
como el maestro colombiano pero era
japonés
era rarísimo el único maestro que cuando
entraba el salón gritaba miras a jehová
solar así gente de hoy es un día
maravilloso y quebrantaba el protocolo
de la venia en salud parece p
no nada de eso esto lo decía la vida es
maravillosa y se subía en el pupitre y
gritaba la vida es maravillosa y saltaba
y la vida es maravillosa y era el
maestro de inglés yo lo miraba no sé
japonés tengo que aprender inglés en
japonés con el que le verá de
maravillosa la vida
y los otros alumnos miradas y comenzó a
gritar era toda la que con una alegría
que ofendía ofendía nuestra adolescencia
en ese colegio y encontrarse con él en
los pasillos era horroroso porque lo
agarraba uno del brazo niño dijo y nos
encontramos en el pasillo en la avenida
smara villa 2 a 1
es que yo no lo sabía claro aprendí a
esconderme cuando él venía en espacios
que todos es con diego y agarrar más que
en llegar a full a cualquiera terrible
encontrarse con el maestro saito satoshi
en los pasillos a los 18 años me lo
encontré por última vez en la estación
de la calle ma la estación del tren el
venía así caminando levantó su mirada y
yo lo vi y me vio y dijo no puede ser en
serio 18 años yo ya me sentía muy adulto
muy exitoso no puede decir que vaya a
gritar tomó aire
y abrió sus ojitos japoneses lo que más
se puede
yo porque un niño kodi todos voltearon a
mirar yo salí corriendo le tomé la mano
como diciéndole cállese por favor más
y me invitó a tomar un café y era
igualito hablaba gritaba y yo le
pregunté saque la espina maestro no le
dije ridículo claro les guste porque era
tan dinámico tan alegre
yo debería ser así que soy latino
colombiano pero los japoneses no son así
los otros maestros lo veían raro todo el
mundo nadie le seguía a usted el juego y
usted seguía gritando si es un secreto
me dijo como no de mi alumno se lo voy a
contar me enamoré de una maestra nos
casamos todos los días llegábamos a
hablar del colegio nos apasionaba la
docencia tremendamente y no vamos a
tener niños que tenemos muchos niños yo
visitaba su escuela ella la me hablaban
sólo de eso nos enamoramos y estábamos
enamorados de la docencia pero ella cayó
en cama que se enfermó a quimioterapia
tumbo todo su cabello y yo me rodilla al
lado y le dije chico quiero morir
contigo algo muy japonés me muero con
usted
pero ella le dijo si me ama pruebe me lo
como vaya a enseñar de melón o de saber
que mi esposo está enseñando ya que yo
no puedo de la alegría de saber que voy
a morir y usted va a quedar enseñando si
me ama pruebe
no tengo ganas no tengo motivación le
dijo pero si echo su esposa le dijo no
es motivación hágalo por amor a mí si
usted me ama vaya y enseñe y entonces él
se levantaba todos los días se arreglaba
se iba a la escuela y antes de entrar a
mi escuela con todo yo voy y lloraba que
pero le prometí a mi esposa te voy a
probar que te amo
y ella le dijo no le cuente a nadie
nuestros problemas dígale a los niños
que la vida es maravillosa y por eso era
que entraba el salón y gritaba la vida
es maravillosa y ni yo lo creía por lo
que estábamos viviendo en ese momento
pero cada vez que lo hacía más fuerte mi
corazón mi corazón fue cambiando cuando
él me contó eso yo no podía mirar lo
miraba al suelo y enormes lagrimones
rodaban por mis mejillas porque
me sentía avergonzado de haberlo tildado
de ridículo y solo puede pedirle perdón
pero él seguirá riéndose yo no le
contesto para que llore
se lo conté para que entienda ella ya se
fue ella la murió pero me enseñó a vivir
la vida como se debe vivir la vida es
maravillosa mientras haya vida y
esperanza mi querido maestro maestra
sé que es difícil sé que es duro pero
cuando tengo un momento muy difícil en
mi vida me acuerdo de este docente que
es como usted
siempre digo definitivamente la vida es
maravillosa no solo nos pasan cosas
buenas en colombia' cosas muy negativas
porque vivimos en ciudad bolívar en
nuestra localidad pero hemos tomado la
decisión de enfrentar la vida y contar
lo bueno enseñar lo bueno
darle fama a lo bueno lo negativo ya
está por todos lados y lo sabemos pero
queremos ver lo bueno y la gente buena
definitivamente es mayoría hay algunos
niños que si están escuchando sus clases
hay algunos niños que usted y yo sabemos
para ellos si vale la pena su profesión
hay algunos niños que van a llegar tan
lejos y se van a acordar de usted como
yo me acuerdo hoy el maestro salto
satoshi
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