I'm Suchi Myjak, and I help Catholic teens understand and confidently articulate why we believe what we do, so that they can go forward with purpose, rooted in sure knowledge to navigate a confused world.
Hi, Mrs. Myjak!
Okay, feedback time!
1. There were a lot of things I liked about class. I liked that we were able to talk about real issues without worrying about being censored, like on social media. And that we were encouraged to think deeply about really tricky questions, and look for the truth at their hearts. I loved learning the truths of Theology of the Body, and how it felt like my body already knew these things, even before my mind did.
2. A lot of things challenged me. So many of the teachings are countercultural... and not only for the world, but for the view of Catholicism that I grew up with! (the whole "sex is dirty" view). As such, I needed to learn to open my mind (and am still trying to).
3. What got me excited was the idea that God was trying to tell me something through my body, and I had no clue what it was. Then we learned about the spousal meaning of the body, and it just clicked. This was what I was looking for. This is why I'm hungering for something more to do with my life. And it felt really good to learn that!
4. As for what I liked best... I liked learning super-deep truths that impacted my daily life. I liked being around other young people. I liked looking at myself in the mirror and making myself think "you're beautiful" instead of criticizing my physique. I really liked it that God was included in the whole process, with the "Take it to Prayer" sections... although at the same time I really didn't like those sections, because I knew it meant I had to stop doing homework, open myself up, and be vulnerable with God! I've been getting used to the idea that I can come to Him with everything, so being encouraged to actually do that was really nice.
5. What I disliked or wanted to change... It seemed like you didn't have enough time for all the material you wanted to cover. We were always running overtime. I liked it how for one class, we met early, and so we were able to finish the material and have time for our own questions, and talking. Maybe you should lengthen the class time, or split chapters into multiple weeks?
6. I would TOTALLY recommend this class! I already want my sister to take it!? This class changed my life and helped me see my body, and other's bodies, in a whole new way!
Well... I think that's it for feedback. Once again, thank you, thank you so much for doing this! I know you're going through a lot right now, and I'm amazed that you were able to teach us at the same time. And it really felt like God was working through this course, and answering my deep questions about life. So... thank you. I'll be praying for you, your husband, and your family. God bless!
-Grace (student)