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2017: the good, the bad, the ugly

“What’s it like in the Emergency Department th

“What’s it like in the Emergency Department these days?”, you ask.

To be honest, it’s been a rough couple of months.
Burnout is real.
The mental health crisis is real.
The pandemic seems to be never ending.

There are so many sick patients to care for- some who have put off their medical concerns because of inability to see their primary doctors, some who were too scared to enter a medical facility.

In addition to COVID, we’re starting to see the non-COVID respiratory infections again as people re-emerge into society.
Strep? Influenza? It couldn’t be… what’s that?! 🧐
It’s almost humorous to think about how surprised I am when I see these infections today.

Patients are stressed, angry, sad, confused, and we do our best to educate, heal, and keep others hopeful while making a difference.

We are a thick skinned, tough bunch in the Emergency Department, but we’re still human. And I’ve seen a slow deflation over the past 2 years, in many spirits and moods.

When I think about the ways in which our healthcare system could be better, I’m swimming in a sea of thoughts that I can’t get through.

For me, when it comes to problem solving on things I can’t really control, I learned over the years that I tend to get stuck in the weeds of negativity and complaining. It leads to feelings of overwhelm and sadness.
I can imagine that the other healers and fixers out there feel similar.

So for now…
✨One foot in front of the other.
✨One day at a time.
✨One patient at a time.
In hopes of continuing to make a difference (even if only a tiny one).

🌟For those of you out there struggling, you’re not alone 😘

5️⃣ tips to get into your back-to-school groov

5️⃣ tips to get into your back-to-school groove 📚

I don’t know about you, but getting back into the swing of the school year was always a rough go for me.
So, as someone who’s spent many years in the classroom… here are some of my fave tips!

1️⃣ Create a wake/sleep schedule. During the weekdays (and ideally, the weekends) wake up and go to bed at the same time every day. This helped me manage my time SO much better because I didn’t break boundaries on the time I knew I had to study or get other things done.

2️⃣ Set boundaries with yourself and others. You know yourself best and it’s okay to say “no” for the sake of your mental and physical well-being. And sometimes it’s saying “no” to yourself! You can’t be studying 24/7… med students I’m looking at you! 👀

3️⃣ Drink water, then drink some more water. Hydration is one of the best ways to stay energized and focused all day long.
Limit sugary beverages. Maintaining steady glucose levels will keep you feeling your best energy!

4️⃣ Find the perfect study spot. 🤩 This one is HUGE. I’m a firm believer that studying is only as successful as your study spot. Find a place that works for you! For some that might be a quiet place, others may enjoy some background noise! Regardless, make it free of distractions, to get your hardcore studying done.

*I switched up my study spots regularly because my brain likes variety (coincides with my job doesn’t it? 😂). One day it may be a coffee shop, the next a super silent library with no one in sight.

5️⃣ Make time to call your loved ones. If you’re away from home, make it a priority to check in on your parents, siblings, and friends. Your heart and soul will thank you! This one is SO important. And there really is no excuse because you have to study. Write it into your schedule!

📝📆 If you’re heading back to school this year- where are you in school and what are you studying?
I love to hear from you all!

Mentally I’m here 🍂🍁🪵 Can’t say fall

Mentally I’m here 🍂🍁🪵

Can’t say fall has hit for us Californians (yet). It’ll come… just not til’ winter everywhere else 😂

Until then… I’ll be turning up the air conditioning so I can put on a sweatshirt and cozy up 🥰

Fave thing about fall… go! ⬇️⬇️

Discover what sparks joy for you ✨

I’ve been thinking a lot about why I feel so stressed and crazy sometimes. But then I take a look at my calendar or to-do list and it’s a no brainer. I’ve been moving at warp speed, taking on anything and everything in sight!

There’s something to be said for “doing it all”, but things have definitely changed within me over the past couple of years.
I have felt more like I’m going through the motions of my busy life, never really being present. Suddenly it’s 12 months later, my list is just as long (if not longer), and I’m scratching my head wondering about the last time I soaked in my surroundings or laughed really hard. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Maybe I’m just going through a natural process of aging 😂 but it’s been really nice to work on intentionally slowing things down and spending more time on the things that really bring me joy.

- Reading!! 📚 I used to be a psychological thriller gal, but I’m really enjoying some more mild fiction or comical reads lately
- Relaxing by the ocean/beach. You know the joke about people who live near the beach never going to the beach? It can be true! Especially when you have a busy life. But no more excuses for this girl bc it is my happy place. Even if it requires some clean up afterwards. 🥰
- Neighborhood walks. With the hubs, the pups, friends- it’s a great way to get the blood pumping and connect with others, sans technology. It REALLY helps me be in the moment, especially when it’s approached from a movement standpoint. I’m tired of everything being so “calorie burn” focused.

I could literally “work” every second of every day, since I dabble in many things. It’s a true addiction! And some of that sparks temporary joy, but eventually leads to dread and exhaustion.

So that whole mentality of constantly bettering myself and learning more efficient ways to do things… I’m over it.
It has a time and a place, but right now it doesn’t spark joy for me so I am choosing to Let. It. Go.

Anyone else feeling this?? 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️
What sparks true joy for you?

Never Forget ✨ #20years

Never Forget ✨ #20years

This guy inspires me everyday 👨🏼‍🚒🔥❤️

C was sworn in last night and I felt like my heart was going to burst watching him give an inspiring speech.

I think it’s important for all of us to have people in our lives that truly inspire us.
They don’t have to be in the same career, or even age group, but it’s so important to keep that spark of inspiration throughout life.

Everyday C makes me feel like anything is possible! All I have to do is look at him and what he has accomplished in life to know that is true. So look for that person in your life. Everybody deserves to feel like anything is possible ❤️

Thank you to our amazing friends, family, fire family, community members for watching/showing up to support. It means so much ✨✨

“Let us go forward together”.
- Winston Churchill