Actions speak louder than words. ~ Mark Twain Since kids don’t listen a lot of the time anyway, don’t worry too much about what you say. But, worry a lot about what you do. I’ll always remember an interaction I … Read More
It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do little— do what you can. –Sydney Smith Perhaps you have heard the story about the boy on the beach throwing washed-up sand dollars back into … Read More
This is a letter to the editor I wrote recently. Dear Editor, In response to your articles on cancer and death with dignity, I could write another book. As a physician, I started becoming involved in resolving many of the … Read More
Dear all, For those of you who have followed my work for many years, it will come as no surprise that I believe doctors harm patients with words that are poorly chosen and patronizing. Years ago, my son pointed out … Read More
Intuition is a spiritual faculty and does not explain, but simply points the way. ~ Florence Scovel Shinn The other day I wanted to groom our four cats, bathe our dog, clip their toenails, and brush their teeth. As soon … Read More
The power of words isn’t reserved just for writers and poets—in today’s healthcare environment, it is more important than ever to have good communication with your doctors. Here are some thoughts that can help you manage communication with your doctor … Read More
Good morning lovely you, What words are living rent free in your head this morning? The power of words. Never underestimate the power of what you say and what you allow yourself to believe. Did someone speak about you recently … Read More
“Whatever words we utter should be chosen with care, for people will hear them and be influenced by them for good or ill.” ~ Buddha Anthropologist Ashley Montagu said it well: “The meaning of a word is the action it … Read More