be anxiety-producing in itself, my students are challenged to push past their preconceived notions and personal (family, work, school) stress. I encourage verbal and written acknowledgement of students' personal feelings, first and foremost, before we even enter the actual patient living area. I also emphasize the importance of self-awareness and an appreciation of one's own self care with each of the future nurses I work with. Students do a great job reminding me that I am a role model for them, usually in the compassion and empathy departments. This feedback is golden. I am fueled and inspired to continue semester after semester by the wisdom and insights my students share with me in practice, in their case study papers and, in some cases emails, such as the one I'd like to share with you now. Please take the time to read Lauren's email and her post. You will be as inspired as me, promise. I realized how nothing can hold me back--especially my health and my stubborn instinct. I have realized all of this because of you. You touched me in my sophomore year when you were my clinical instructor for a weekend in a skilled nursing facility. It was nothing short of fate that I was blessed with you as my instructor for my psych rotation this past fall semester. The clinical experiences instilled in me a career path I will never give up. This being said, I am a part of the Odyssey, which is an online newspaper, basically. I published an article on my experience with you. I left out names, the location, and the fact that I was even there, but I wanted you to read it if you found the time. You have been through a lot in your lifetime--more than I can ever imagine, I'm sure. But you deserve to know and understand the extent to which you touched not just me, but all who have had the pleasure of meeting you. I attached the link below and I hope to hear from you whenever you please. Thank you again and have a happy holiday season! Sincerely, Lauren B (Click the title to see the article: The Truth Behind Crazy) ![]() Thank you, Lauren--what a beautiful gift. This touches my heart and reminds me why I love being a clinical instructor. Farewell 2016Two songs of hope and perspective come to mind as I ponder over this last week in 2016. I'm used to other artists' traditional renditions. I am grateful to my SA 'other half' for introducing me to the sounds of both Pentatonix and Disturbed. This is yet another example of today's youth doing things their way just as well, if not better than those before them. Hallelujah by Pentatonix The Sound of Silence by Disturbed ShoutOutsRinging in 2017 with hopes and prayers for the happiness, peace and good health of you and yours.
All my best and see you next year, mar
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Sunshine
12/28/2016 09:00:45 am
All the best to you for 2017. I look forward to more of Mar's Words Of Wisdom to guide me through another year of my crazy life.
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Mike
12/28/2016 10:05:15 am
Happy New Year mar. What an exceptional way to close out Musings for the year. Hallelujah. I know my share of people with signs of chemical imbalance - and some are just crazy.
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Maria.....This may have just taken First Place among your musings, IMHO. Not only the sweet story by one of your grateful students but all that you sent along!
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As you are so faithful to my musings, I take your remarks as true validation - which is most appreciated, dear Paula.
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Mar, you selected a wonderful way to end your musing's for this year. I've enjoyed reading each one. I've also learned some different music, like Pentatonix singing Hallelujah, it was beautiful! I enjoyed Lauren's thoughts on mental illness. She will make a fine nurse. Happy New Year my friend. Love and hugs.
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Coming from such a fine nurse, I thank you, dear Ruby. I also thank you for reading and commenting on Lauren's post - I know she will appreciate the support and validation as well.
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Oh, what a beautiful letter. It made me cry!
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Oh my 'other half' Martie,
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John M
12/28/2016 04:48:11 pm
Prof Jordan! You are truly amazing! You are so special to all of us. You truly inspire us to push past our weaknesses. Your story & your journey so far is one which I think would make the average person angry, or give up their job. Yet you are the kindest person I've ever met. You care about every one of your students and you have such a great sense of humor. There is so much to learn from you as an instructor and as a human being.
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Oh John,
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Rita Hicks Davis
12/28/2016 09:13:06 pm
Very touching, thank you for posting this story.
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1/2/2017 02:28:03 pm
Prof. Mahreer,
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Shauna
1/10/2017 03:42:25 pm
What a beautiful email, Mar! I'm sure you're very touched knowing you make such a difference in so many lives.
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