Radical Loving Care
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Becoming Weavers of Reconnection
In a time when conversations feel increasingly fragile and divisions run deep, I am learning how difficult, and how necessary it is to choose courage, compassion and kindness. “You must do the things you think you cannot do.”—Eleanor Roosevelt Choosing… Continue reading
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The Alumni Reunion
What Are We Thinking?:-) Hard to admit, but when I went back to RMH in 2015 I encountered several “old” partners. One of them saw my white hair and wrinkles, did not recognize me and blurted out “Is that really… Continue reading
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Enjoying the Present…or Not
Yes. We all have done the same thing this nurse during a few of our work moments – or perhaps in many. The wise among us celebrated their calling every day. That is surely how I felt. If you loved… Continue reading
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Dreaming of Riverside
Everybody dreams. 90+% forget them.* Not me. Last night another variation on an old dream. In this version, I am President & CEO of Riverside and OhioHealth once again (left in 1995!) In the dream, I am 82, my current… Continue reading
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Made to Belong
“We are made to belong.”- David Whyte Whyte’s quote (above) stars in the movie plot of our lives. Scene: California’s Warner Avenue Public School. Time: Recess. Autumn, 1954 “Wanna go out and play?” I asked my 6th grade friend Steve… Continue reading
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First Day-Last Day: More Caregivers in Alumni Hit Parade
I remember the loving presence of each today. Continue reading
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RMH & BH Alums (not IBM or ABC Widgets Retirees)
Hospitals and and universities have alumni sites. Companies do not. What does that tell us? Continue reading
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The Touch Card of Remembrance
Note: This reflection is based on the teachings of Erie Chapman and his foundational book, "Radical Loving Care" which has had a significant and meaningful impact for me in relationship to caregiving and the sacredness of our work. Erie Chapman… Continue reading
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“At Play in the Fields of the Lord”
“The single most important thing a leader does is to take care of the people who take care of people-to serve those who serve.” -Erie Chapman One way to support caregivers is to build connection through relationships. Erie modeled this understanding… Continue reading
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