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4/5/2017

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​I recently worked with eight nursing students at an area retirement community, on the Rehabilitation floor.

Despite this being these students’ first clinical experience, they picked up on the tension among staff. Scheduling issues at the start of a shift is a sad reality. There is an opportunity to ‘carry on--business as usual’ until more help arrives (or not). My intuitively kind students realized this, right out of the gate.   

Each of them gloved up and started asking the harried staff "What else can we do to help?” after escorting their assigned residents to the dining room for breakfast.

Four of the students took vital signs on all residents, sharing smiles and gaining loads of experience in the process.

I happened upon countless examples of teamwork through the morning, both with each other and the staff, to give the best care possible, especially in the areas of bathing, toileting and communicating the need for pain management to the nurses. In turn, these nurses were quick in response to those experiencing pain.

The residents were generous in their appreciation. The students appreciated learning some unforgettable life stories.

In post-conference, the subject of The Golden Rule came up; exactly what I re-discovered in these future nurses.

These students reminded me of the power of kindness.
 
Kindness does not discriminate.

We can all thrive and blossom with the slightest words, gestures of kindness from others.

From a smile to a show of concern, kindness does not have to cost a thing.

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​Each day is a new opportunity for us to positively impact someone else's life.

We have the power to smile, to listen and support those who are hurting in a variety of ways.

We have the ability at any time to choose kindness. Check out this inspirational video...

Ripple effects of kindness

​That best portion of a man's life, his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.

William Wordsworth

Kindness is from the heart

​"The Wise Woman's Stone"

"A wise woman who was traveling in the mountains found a precious stone in a stream. The next day she met another traveler who was hungry, and the wise woman opened her bag to share her food.

The hungry traveler saw the precious stone and asked the woman to give it to him. She did so without hesitation. The traveler left, rejoicing in his good fortune. He knew the stone was worth enough to give him security for a lifetime. But a few days later he came back to return the stone to the wise woman.

"I've been thinking," he said, "I know how valuable the stone is, but I give it back in the hope that you can give me something even more precious. Give me what you have within you that enabled you to give me the stone." (Author Unknown)
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​Try Kindness

​We all have the capability of teaching, sharing or supporting someone in need. It's up to us to decide where we want to make a difference.

There is no magic involved. Do something that is meaningful, as often as you possibly can.

Kindness is the very least we can do.
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Until next week, be kind to yourself and each other.

Hugs,

mar​
22 Comments
Vicki link
4/5/2017 09:07:14 am

Dear Mareer,

I loved this. Kindness is one of the most influential and. Important ingredients in life, and can be found anywhere, even in the darkest situations. It does take a feeling of personal respondibility though to actually engage in kind deeds, and it's great that it works like the ripples in a pond, spreading outwards.
Kindness creates a warmth of feeling in both those who give it and those who receive it.
I liked the video too!
Love and hugs,
Vickster

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:42:58 pm

What a lovely comment, dear Vickster - insightful and wise.

Thanks for stopping by. Love you much, mareer

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Kimmie
4/5/2017 09:17:05 am

Dear Mar you are the epitome of kindness and your nursing students ,while wonderful people, surely are mirroring your example. Kindness is everything!!! Even the smallest of gestures mean so much!!
Recently I was at the dentist office and this little elderly woman was filling out paper work. They called her up and I could see it was a chore for her to get up and down . They again called her up for more paper work and I told her to please let me get it for her. Such a small thing and did it without thinking.
This elderly gentleman started saying... well look at that angel and made a big tadooo.. in the waiting room lol I truly did not think twice but you know we should do things without second thought or recognition! To others it will not go unnoticed
Love and hugs
Kimmie

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:45:06 pm

Oh Kimmie,
I can absolutely envision you helping this elderly woman - you are indeed an angel in so many ways to so many of us.
Love you and your big heart, mar

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Mike
4/5/2017 09:56:08 am

A nice thing happened yesterday. I was walking Cairo, who has been taking me the long way around the neighborhood. A woman stopped her car in traffic and called out the window, "I would suggest you turn around, a big white pit bull is running loose at the end of the block." So, I turned around.

Sounds to me that you have a good batch of students.

This is yet another inspirational piece.

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:47:48 pm

Thanks for sharing a stranger's kindness - for the safety of you and Cairo.

I do have a great batch of students, dear Mike. Thanks for the visit.

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Ruby link
4/5/2017 11:01:08 am

This brought me back to the days when I was a student in nursing. My first time in a nursing facility was eye opening. We couldn't do enough to help the elderly. The home was understaffed and really appreciated us. The video was beautiful. Showing kindness along the way is so important, especially for the children to witness. Lovely musing mar.

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:50:00 pm

Dear Ruby,
I know you have a nursing career filled with countless acts of kindness.
Glad you enjoyed - although with you, I'm preaching to the choir!

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Michael link
4/5/2017 11:29:01 am

Simple acts of kindness can move mountains. The students here are showing the essential skills needed to be an effective medical professional. They actually care about the people.
The gift of kindness is everlasting and is a simple choice to make.
The man returning the stone saw the value of kindness and wanted to make the right choice.
Lovely story Maria.

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:52:07 pm

Thanks, Michael - I appreciate your insights and support of this post.

Hope you're having a peaceful week!

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Martie link
4/5/2017 01:45:51 pm

I agree with Kimmie - You are the epitome of kindness, dear Maria.

Being kind to others is a rewarding habit. When we are kind, we become aware of our true and delightful purpose in life: To serve.

I must admit that kind people in my country are compelled to keep their kindness in the small zone meant for immediate relatives and friends. Their trust and eagerness to be kind have been destroyed by swindlers, criminals and people who are nurturing attitudes of entitlement.

Thanks for reminding me again that kindness is a virtue.

Love you lots!

Martie




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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:54:43 pm

Love you too and thank you for your kind words, dear Martie.

Sadly, in today's world, we have to consider safety along with our acts of kindness.

Rest well and catch up soon. Hugs, mar

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Sannel link
4/5/2017 03:48:57 pm

Dear Maria,
Thank you for yet another inspirational read this week while sipping on my afternoon tea. Your nursing students are truly meant for their profession. I agree with Kimmie and Martie that you are the ultimate example of kindness, dearest Maria. And those who has been touched by your kindness are truly blessed. Kindness, no matter how small, does wonders to the receiver. Love the videos, too.
Love and hugs,
Sannel

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:56:27 pm

Your comment is as beautiful as you, dear Sannel.

Thanks for the visit and the shares as well.

Love to you and Freddie, Maria

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Peg link
4/5/2017 04:36:03 pm

I love reading about your students and their adventures into the real world of caring for others. Visiting or working at a rehabilitation center will definitely separate the providers of genuine kindness from those who have none to spare. For so many residents of these places, the nursing staff is the most important person in their life and the one they depend on everyday. Thanks for this inspiring post. Hugs.

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Maria link
4/5/2017 08:59:26 pm

Your feedback is especially meaningful to me - as you are a 'nurse of the heart' with 'Mom' and Aunt Louise, dear Peg.

I only pray my dear students keep their compassionate hearts along their whole nursing journey.

Love and hugs to you and the ladies, mar

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Angelia Phillips (femmeflashpoint) link
4/5/2017 09:42:55 pm

Prof. Mahreer,

I'm thinking the short-staffed team on the Rehab floor was eyeing your students like golden eggs the goose laid, lol. So happy they jumped in to lend a hand. I remember many times working in med field, being short handed and feeling so blessed to see able bodies arriving--even new ones who weren't yet adept.

That they were willing was priceless and made such a difference with their colleagues and the folks in their care.

I think kindness is one of the best medicines ever and there's no need for an Rx to give it or get it.

Awesome post :)

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Maria link
4/6/2017 06:45:37 am

So true, dear Ange. Extra hands, kindness and a team spirit are some of the greatest gifts on a patient care unit.

Thanks for your comment and your ongoing support. Love, mar

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paula link
4/6/2017 04:44:51 pm

Maria, Whose middle name is, "Kindness," always love to read the inspiration you share. Of course your students would step up as they did~they've been taught by the best.
I had seen the powerful video before and it's just the thing that is much appreciated to be seen again.....love the background song. The simple random acts of kindness take only seconds but create a powerful & lasting impression. And this my sweet friend, is what it's all about.
Sending love & hugs......Paula

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Maria link
4/10/2017 08:06:02 am

"The simple random acts of kindness take only seconds but create a powerful & lasting impression."

Thanks for summarizing the point of this post so beautifully, dear Paula.

Have a peaceful week. Love you, Maria

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Shauna
5/8/2017 04:48:01 pm

Mar, I'm reading this at the end of a work day. What a beautiful way to end my day as I head out to fight traffic before I arrive at my peaceful sanctuary!

Kindness is the most valuable gift we can offer. It's the one thing that has a domino effect for the greater good.

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Maria link
5/11/2017 07:59:21 am

I'm happy you read this at a time that could be potentially 'unkind' - fighting traffic is a most appropriate expression, dear Sha.

I'm even happier you have a peaceful haven to call home - that surely makes all the difference.

Have a peaceful day. Big hugs, mar

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