Tag Archives: compassion

Gifts of the heart

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Angelnurse0513

Last night I called a friend who lives 350 miles away, although we text daily, I haven’t seen him in years.  We were talking about the need to give during the holiday season, he mentioned his favorite charities- I mentioned … Continue reading →

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The Sacredness of Chronic Illness

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Angelnurse0513

Chronic illness can appear to be cruel.  My hospice patient who developed ALS is currently unable to do anything for herself except chew, breathe and talk.  She is unable to move her arms and legs or care for herself in … Continue reading →

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Friends

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Angelnurse0513

Something I adopted this year when speaking to my patients and families-I would address them as “My friend…” with a sincere heart- it made such a difference. There was a shift in perception-we are in this together- friendship implies so … Continue reading →

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2017

Posted on January 1, 2017 by Angelnurse0513

Going into a New Year I can’t help to think of my need for delusional optimism-I always say- this is going to be a better year than last year….but when I look towards the prospect of 2017 I realize it … Continue reading →

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