I’m really looking forward to meeting you and your colleagues next week; and I’m certain learning from you all as well. I’ve told several people about your mindset regarding terminal illness: “Just because she’s dying doesn’t mean she can’t be living.”

Being able to help people escape the “It’s all over, I’m dying” narrative (which can ruin the remaining time they have to spend with family and friends) is a wonderful gift. As we’ll discuss next week, learning how to recognize and manage our toxic stories is a key element in enhancing emotional intelligence.

Thanks for your enthusiastic comments. I agree wholeheartedly that anyone can learn how to change their point of view in order to think clearly, feel great and take effective action. What you need is a big-picture understanding of the need for Perspective Power (that was the objective at the Sutter Health Management Symposium) and a simple set of use-under-fire tactics. You can find a bunch of effective tactics on this website (And when my forum launches next week, an opportunity to discuss them.)

“I do know where the balloon went…” Very pleased to hear you achieved closure

Steve

Your medical social worker Daniel Raudy summed it up perfectly on the video:

“Just because she’s dying doesn’t mean she can’t be living.”

It can be terribly difficult to talk to someone with a terminal illness; even someone we know very well. I have every expectation that I’ll learn as much as a teach during my visit next month.

I’m really looking forward to it,

Steve

As the Administrator for Sutter North Hospice and Home Health, I agree with everything you said above. Doris, as well as her entire family, are amazing people that we all can learn from. Her story continues to motivate our team to provide outstanding care, that starts with service that is “above and beyond’ as our norm. We are very excited to hear your presentation in October. And… thanks for helping us spread the word on the benefits of Hospice care.

A huge THANK YOU also needs to go out to the Sutter Health Communications team for doing such an outstanding job with Doris’s story.

Mark

Great to hear from you.

Doris’ story is indeed an inspiration. It moved me to agree to present a two hour Perspective Power training session for the wonderful staff at Sutter North Medical Foundation Hospice and Home Health. Even after her passing, Doris’ amazing legacy continues.

Thank you for your enthusiasm for my keynote presentation. I believe passionately in the power of a fresh perspective. If our point of view really does drive every one of our thoughts, feelings and actions, then we really should learn how to manage our outlook more effectively.

So that’s my mission: To teach people how to change their perspective on any situation, at any time so they can think clearly, feel great and take effective action.

As I mentioned in my original post, you and Bill gave an excellent presentation on social media. It’s an exciting time for educators (in health care and otherwise) to begin an online dialogue.

Which is why (as I mentioned last week) I’m launching a Perspective Power forum. So, after the motivational speech, I can continue the conversation with like-minded people. Hardworking, talented individuals who are passionate about excelling in both their careers and their lives.

Exciting times indeed!

Thank you for your presentation on perspective. A wonderful lesson for those of us in health care.

Karen Garner
Sutter Health Communications Dept.