“You plant corn, you get corn.”
This is the southern version of “you reap what you sow”. A garden needs water, sunlight, and nutrients- just like our relationships and our business. Occasionally I have planted a vegetable that was labeled wrong at the nursery – sometimes it has been a pleasant surprise, other times NOT so much. No matter what, corn does not become broccoli.
“Only when a mosquito lands on your testicles, will you truly learn that there is always a way to solve a problem without using anger and violence.” – Confucius
In the past month, I have sometimes felt overwhelmed, angry, or even resentful both professionally and personally. I was searching for profound words to share for this month’s “nugget”. I may not have the exact equipment mentioned in the quote, but the context spoke to me, so I am sharing it with you. Sometimes- why overthink it?
“We are not all in the same boat. We are in the same storm. Some have yachts, some canoes, and some are drowning.”
– Adapted quote by Damian Barr
As I managed my own stress and anxiety, sometimes I do not show enough grace to others, and I can compare my burden to others. On my personal Facebook page, I recently posted an update following my husband’s surgery and many commented that it was “inspiring”. As much as I appreciated that- I am fortunate to have a great support system in place- that helps my boat weather the storm. You know what is really inspiring-offering help to others and admitting when we need help.
According to Physiopedia, a significant aspect of having a fall is the “long lie”, a term coined for when a person has fallen and spends a prolonged period of time on the floor because they are unable to get up.
The main cause of a long lie is being unable to get up from the ground independently. This could be due to multiple factors, including:
This being a contributor to the fact that significant mortality and morbidity are associated with falls in general. Literature defines a long lie as being on the floor for an hour or more. Long lie is a marker of frailty, illness and social isolation.
The fact is falls can still occur even when best practices are applied. Response time is the most important factor. Most older adults who fall don’t remember to push a button or pull a cord for help.
There are many SMART health technology devices on the market that are known as remote patient monitoring (RPM). Bringing technology into daily use is the key to keeping older adults in their home for as long as possible. RPM not only provides a cost-effective care approach, but it also helps improve the home environment.
RPM can be used to treat both chronic and acute conditions, enabling families, clinicians, and agency teams to keep tabs on seniors in-between in-person care or visits.
RPM programs use various types of devices and can be used to track patients’ health over the long term. These can range from smart watches, wearables and virtual devices that don’t use cameras or wearables. Instead, they utilize 4G wave technology and are useful for managing long-term chronic conditions and provide urgent follow up for conditions that require immediate interventions.
One that stands out is the 4G wave technology, a form of 4D radar imaging, fall detection device.
Here is how it works:
Even though falls are not a normal part of aging, they are happening at an alarming rate. The CDC has declared falls as a public health care crisis and the time is now to identify the right solution to respond to falls that might occur when an older adult is living at home.
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“Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud. “ – Maya Angelou
When I see someone upset, I want to fix it for them or give advice. I find people don’t want my solutions, they prefer my empathy. Sometimes the best support is simply our time and a listening ear. Try to “feel it rather than fix it”
“Understand that you will be like those whom you surround yourself. Your environment is stronger than you are. “ – Chinese Proverb
It is often easier to get pulled into the negative, rather than to walk away or seek a positive. We hear gossip and frustration several times a day. Do you choose to participate in the negative, walk away, or find the silver lining? I want to find the silver lining- but often still having to work at it.
“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind. “ – Dr. Seuss
In high school I remember a conversation with my grandfather when I was upset that someone didn’t like me. He asked… “do you want to be liked or respected?” I asked him-can’t I be both, and he replied- “NOT ALWAYS!” I learned that being authentic requires some self-awareness, mindfulness, and self-acceptance. Not everyone will agree with you, but you sure will have a better idea of who does and why.
“I didn’t have time to write a short letter, so I wrote a long one instead.” – Blaise Pascal
Sometimes it is easier to share a lot of words quickly, rather than to say something briefly but to the point with more meaning. Brevity forces us to cut ambiguity and conditional language. A concise message has both value and challenges.
Amy Schmidt
Retirement Connection
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“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein
When I read this quote, I think about “Mushrooms”. You know where mushrooms grow, right? Sometimes we need to grow through a layer of CRAP before we really get to see the light of day. I am optimistic that everyday can be better if I chose to focus on the sunshine of helpers and the opportunity to grow, not just the crap that surrounds us. I just need to look a little harder sometimes.
