“Those who think they have no time for bodily exercise, will sooner or later have to find time for illness” – Edward Stanley, Earl of Derby Why do you exercise? Most people exercise to lose weight, get flat abs, look good for others, or fit into their old clothes. Most people also pressure themselves to
This post is inspired by the recent devastating hurricanes that have affected millions and tested the perseverance of many healthcare professionals in the areas. I started writing this blog post over a month ago, after spending a few minutes out on my sunny stoop with a cup of coffee and a cooing baby. Like so
“All frustrations are self-induced. The world can invite us to be upset, but ultimately we accept the invitation” – Unknown On your next shift, take note each time someone voices frustration. A nurse, frustrated because her medications didn’t come up quickly enough. Techs frustrated that they have to go to the supply room because someone
I’ve heard multiple residents, who are concerned about their wellness, say, “I just have to get through residency, and then things will get better”. My response? “No, they won’t”. They look surprised. And sad. Because how can it not get better? No more conferences, no requirements to work 50 hours a week. No more attendings
“Out of your vulnerabilities, will come your strength” -Sigmund Freud Our jobs can be very isolating, despite constantly being surrounded by people. The ER team of docs, nurses, and techs is fun, always making jokes and proving we can handle anything. It can be quite lonely and exhausting to constantly keep up that persona. But
“It’s a simple solution. You change one thing, and suddenly you’ve changed everything.” – Rebecca Onie When you sit back and look at your work life, what do you want to change? There is likely an endless list. More time to study, see a higher volume of patients, stop making little mistakes, approach colleagues that
You’re an extraordinary person. Maybe you’re thinking, “No I’m not. Today I froze when my attending asked me a question and I felt like a fool.” Or, “That’s not true. I fought with my girlfriend last night and feel terrible about it”. Or, “She doesn’t even know me! How does she know I’m extraordinary?” I
A recent study showed that, to an extent, people are less stressed when they pay others to do services they don’t want to do. Yet many of those same people, despite the perceived improvement in life satisfaction, don’t always pay for those services. Why? Because they don’t believe that’s what they “should’ be doing. We
“Not everyone thinks the way you think, knows the things you know, believes the things you believe, nor acts the way you would act. Remember this, and you will go a long way in getting along with people” – Arthur Forman Sometimes it’s hard for us, both in our personal and work lives, to understand
“One of my main regrets in life is giving considerable thought to inconsiderate people”. – Jarod Kintz What’s bothering you today? Early on we develop habits for how we deal with things that irritate us. Take a few minutes to think about the things that bothered you today. Was it somebody on their phone while
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