Our leaders viewed the U.S.S.R. as an “evil empire” bent on destroying the American way of life. Soviet leaders referred to the people of the United States as “imperialist oppressors” who were trying to subjugate them. Neither side acknowledged the fear lurking behind such labels.
Acknowledging our emotions is so key. And we're raised so much to focus on right and wrongness instead of our own feelings. And adults don't discuss their own feelings and needs, especially teachers.
