Teaching can be tough, and sometimes the pressure gets to people. Maybe they dive into their own frustrations and end up sounding harsher than they intend. I think a lot of times, it comes from wanting students to succeed but not knowing how to connect effectively.
When they’re strict, they might just want to prepare us for the real world, where not every feedback is sugar-coated. Still, some teachers do need to find that balance between being firm and being supportive. I appreciate the ones who genuinely care about our growth. It’s all about that effort behind the 'mean' exterior.