Tag Archives: communication

What Would You Change About The Doctors Office?

“Given how much of the time is spent talking to the doctor, rather than lying on the exam table, I’m always surprised that there aren’t comfortable chairs facing each other (like a therapist’s office) where the patient and doctor can … Continue reading

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Meet Your Mom at the Airport !

My nephew recently reported that no, he wouldn’t pick up his 77-year-old mother from the airport. “Besides,” he said, “It’s easier to get a taxi, Uber or Lyft.” To that remark, I say: “Easier for whom?” Visiting your loved ones … Continue reading

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Career Advice

Q: What advice do you have for pivoting to a new career or industry? Spend at least 60% of your time networking and only 40% of your time actually applying to jobs. Because your network is ultimately what’s going to … Continue reading

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Marriage

Marriage is fucking hard… you have to understand nobody is perfect. And you have to decide: Can I live with this? Can we work with each other on this, or is this a deal breaker? Force yourself to notice if … Continue reading

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Disabilities or Mental Health Conditions

A quick guide to treating people with disabilities like the humans they are MONDAY KICK START A quick guide to treating people with disabilities like the humans they are Good intentions don’t always land when speaking with people with disabilities … Continue reading

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