Reframing #SocialDistancing…Because Language Matters
When I see the term ‘social distancing’ I cringe. While I am 100% in favor of #flatteningthecurve and reducing transmission as recommended by the CDC, I would love to see us shift to using #physicaldistancing instead of #socialdistancing. As a communications expert,...Does coaching in healthcare really help?
People are often fascinated to learn about the work I do. It’s not often you hear someone answer ‘what do you do’ with “I use coaching to improve patient adherence and the wellbeing of healthcare professionals.” Though we’re making...Knowing When To…
Caregiving can sometimes feel like you’re walking on a tight rope…with your loved one, the medical team, family members or friends. When Gary first started on chemotherapy, we identified several concerns ahead of time. We wanted to be sure he maintained his weight. We...For Better or For Worse
When we enter into an agreement to love another, whether it is in choosing to parent a child or two people deciding to be together, there is a sometimes spoken and always unspoken commitment to care for each other. Though it is probably for the best, for most of us,...Helping Others – The Easy Way
It’s not always easy to ask for help and it’s not always easy to know the best way to give it. When a crisis hits, there tends to be a deluge of caring and shows of support. Often, in that immediate moment, we don’t know what we need and those offering don’t know what...
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Creating Patient Engagement Through Coaching to Improve Adherence and Outcomes