Ah. Now you begin to exlain.
Funny that a teacer who’d say that would then not be easily accessible ? Unless you’re specifically pursuing another…
That doesn’t necessarily mean putting down. Just explaining that even if you’re ok now, you’ll probably need them in future. But I guess that depends how its said.
You don’t have to have a problem. But this is not a friend. Do you think they’re lacking friends ? At the end of the day, their motivation is to help, not to widen their social circle.
Friendly conversation with a teacher isn’t going to create the kesher we’re discussing. So B”H no problem – but plenty of questions about important topics in life… things to ponder and learn…
And its not that practical for a teacher to have time for whatever number of students either… It’s like that by the boys, and by any mentor figure. They’re in high demand – you gotta be somewhat pushy.