This week I really struggled with the exercise. I was unable to concentrate long enough to achieve much of anything. I kept having to refocus on my breathing and eventually gave up. I have had a lot on my plate this week, so i think I was unable to turn off my mind. We had the Make A Wish Foundation visit for our son, work, and the large project due in my other course all took its toll and I was unable to concentrate on anything else. I will continue to try as I believe this exercise will be beneficial. As for the quote from this week "One cannot lead another where one has not gone himself,"I believe that it rings true. I grew up in a family of alcoholics and I still find it hard to understand what their thought process was at the time, but I remember that my grandfather always said you can't help unless they want to be helped. I think that this is the reason that programs like AA are beneficial because the are surrounded and supported by people who have been in the same place and situation. The people understand where they are coming from and can relate to the struggles they are having. When I read this quote I remembered the phrase, "before you judge me, walk a mile in my shoes," this seems fitting and relates back to the quote from this week. I can utilize this in my work by not judging others for the illnesses they present with. I do not know there story, and I should keep my judgements to myself, and do what I became a nurse to do: help those in need. In regards to the health professional "practicing what they preach," I think it is beneficial for the nurse/client relationship if the caregiver also displays a healthy lifestyle. That being said, I do not think that the health professional should be judged for their habits either. It may sound hypocritical, but I think we all have our vices and neither one is better than the other. The healthcare professional is held to a higher standard, but I think this is part of the stress of the profession.
Shartyse
Great post Shartyse! I could see the same issues in my week as well, too much to do and too little time. However, I believe that we get the concept of what the exercise is trying to convey. The quote was easy to explain and I like the way you explain it. It is different from mine which is why I love people, we are not the same and therefore, not boring! I like that you add not judging the professional for their habits either. It seems fitting to me. If by what you state is how you will act then I feel that you will have a great profession helping others and caring for yourself as well.
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ReplyDeleteWow, it did seem you have had a busy week. "Make a Wish Foundation", what a wonderful experience for your son! I believe this is a busy week for most of us knowing that most of the big projects are due in a couple of weeks but hang in there; we have your back!
I also like the fact about not judging...but yet why is it always happening? It is not our job to judge.
Erika
In the beginning of this course, I too found myself struggling with these exercises. I think I have had a lot on my mind and felt overwhelmed with things to do. I can see the progress I have been making, and have found these to be very beneficial. I hope next week will be a lighter easier week for you!
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ReplyDeleteI hope the coming week is not as busy as the last for you. I had to listen to the exercise twice in order to concentrate. The first time I was unable to do it. I also had a busy week. That I’m one day behind homework. I totally agree with you about not judging people. I try not too because most of the time we haven’t experienced what they have.
Ben