Well, I finally had a taste of mortality. You know, I have spent most of my professional life talking about prevention, prevention, prevention.
I had to have a surgery this month because I did not heed my own words. I am much better now, but now realize how hopeless it can feel to feel lousy.
I did not realize that once a person's body gets to a certain level of challenge, that the mind does not know how to break the cycle. I felt that I could control the outcome, but alas, I could not. It made me realize that the body will fight but there is a time and place that it simply quits.
It has made me acknowledge that we all fight demons, sometimes we win, sometimes we lose. Overall, it has made me much more compassionate.
Don't get me wrong, I love what I do and I love my patients, it is just that I am understanding more and more their views and opinions.
To all, have a great day.
Just my thots!!!
Doc
What kind of surgery did you have? I've had several (unfortunately). It's nice to know that you have so much understanding and compassion for your patients' pain. I've known many dr.'s over the years who don't. It does feel hopeless at times when you have a chronic condition. It can really bring you down. Looking forward to you bringing me relief from my pain!
ReplyDeleteDeb Haynes (new patient)
Doc:
ReplyDeleteThere are so many stories of healing. As you have been chosen to be on a along line of ancient healers, maybe you are ready to take the next step. Trust that your experience is an opening of a portal of knowledge not found in books or experience. You'll be great, healed, and blessed as you have help so many others. Peace.