I recently came across this reflective journaling exercise in Sharon Salzberg’s ‘Real Happiness at Work’ book. It helped me re-connect and re-charge my joy, hope you find it helpful too!
Archives for September 2021
September 14, 2021
Have you seen Northwell Health’s all nurse choir who are competing in America’s Got Talent this week? I invite you to take 4 minutes and watch them sing, focusing on your own joy in practice. Nurses spreading our joy into the world!
You can meet the team and learn more on the Northwell Health website.
September 9, 2021
Many of us are experiencing unprecedented turnover rates in our areas, and as leaders, mentors, and colleagues it is difficult to frame this time of transition in a positive light. Reflecting on this, and “mourning” the loss of many of my staff, I have come to realize the happiness and wellbeing of my staff, even if that means leaving my team, is most important.
I do not watch TV often, however my family discovered Ted Lasso (Apple TV) during COVID. One of Ted’s stand out quotes I think captures the spirit of my message:
“Most of the time, change is a good thing. Now, I think that’s what it’s all about. Embracing change. Being brave. Doing whatever you have to, so that everyone in your life can move forward with theirs.”