February 3, 2020: Anthropologist Margaret Mead said, “Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For indeed, that’s all who ever have.”  What does this quote mean to you? How can caring change our organization, our community, and the world?  Caring and serving is a part of Houston Methodist culture and aligned with our I CARE values. Caring for patients … [Read more...]

January 27, 2020-  I hope you’ve had the chance to read Joe Tye’s book, The Florence Prescription, from Accountability to Ownership.  In the book the characters often pondered “what would Florence do?” when they were faced with challenging situations.  Health care is rapidly changing, with demands on our time, resources, and energy.  The beauty of being part of a team and … [Read more...]

January 20, 2020 – I had the privilege of hearing Amanda Gore speak about Joy at a Magnet conference a few years ago. Just listening to Amanda describe living a joyful life made me feel better. Amanda shared 12 habits of remarkably joyful people that I’d like to share with you by clicking here. Remarkably joyful people are: Grateful for everything Reverent and honor … [Read more...]

January 13, 2020 - 2020 has started off at a fast pace and it’s easy to get caught up in business and forget about being mindful.  Here’s some great tips from the Daily Health Post to build gratitude into your daily practice (https://dailyhealthpost.com/gratitude-rewires-brain-happier/?fbclid=IwAR2cO3UPZhTIlJ_eL57wt1M8yqSVm-YNo6Bb8pZ_qj6ZdT5WUJjpWyW812E). Keep a daily … [Read more...]

December 16, 2019 –Here’s a quote I read last week that I want to pass along. This was posted by the nursing staff at St. Anthony’s Health Center: “Yes, I’m a patient, but don’t avoid me just because I’m ill. Be the friend, the loved one, you’ve always been. Weep with me when I weep. Laugh with me when I laugh. Don’t be afraid to share this with me. Call me first but … [Read more...]