Nurse work environments can be toxic. Lack of leadership, poor communication, cynicism and high stress levels can quickly make the best work environment crumble. This negativity can seep into all aspects of your life if you don’t control it. What can you do to survive the next shift, week or even year? Here are 9... Continue Reading →
Surviving the Mid-Life House of Mirrors
Have you ever visited a carnival house of mirrors? As you wind through the maze of mirrored passageways, you’re met with your reflection. Sometimes, it is true to life and other times it is a distorted image of reality. This distortion can cause a confusing, disorienting situation. It can be difficult to distinguish truth from... Continue Reading →
Life with Baxter: Lessons in Work-Life Balance
I have had a recent lesson in work-life balance. His name is Baxter. Well, Mr. Baxter Mills to be exact. He is a 4 month old Morkie - Maltese-Yorkie mix. Prior to life with Baxter, I sat down to write anytime I wanted. I work from home for my day job too and I had become... Continue Reading →