Thatsmilegirl

03/28/2025

Good vibes only!

01/08/2022

I’m reading Love 2.0 by Barbara Fredrickson, PhD, in which she shares the lyrics of Louis Armstrong’s “What A Wonderful World.”
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“I see friends shaking hands
saying “how do you do?”
they’re really saying, “I love you.”
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It causes me to reflect on my relationships, and reminds me that we just need to slow down long enough to see how much love surrounds us.

01/04/2022

Esther and I are watching Dr. Ira Byock’s video Live Well, Die Well on YouTube.
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He shares a quote he heard, author unknown, that life is a sexually transmitted condition with a terminal diagnosis.
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It’s this perspective that opens the door for communication surrounding the act of dying.
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Upon this recording, he states that a poll was taken, and 70-90% of Americans when asked, said they would want to die at home surrounded by their loved ones.
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Statistically, during that time, about 70% of people actually died in a hospital or institution.
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Senior colleagues, let’s work together in 2022 to begin sensitive conversations about end of life care with our loved ones, patients, clients and residents.
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irabyock.org

01/03/2022

12/09/2020

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04/05/2020

Each day brings new joy, even in difficult times. Sometimes you just need to look a little harder.
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My sweet pug Esther certainly brought a smile to my face as I remembered that no matter the obstacle, with a little determination, anything is possible!
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11/29/2019

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life, it turns what we have into enough. -Melody Beattle

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/05/2019

As part of my morning read, I came across this post from LinkedIn, and couldn’t agree more!
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As a consultant I often hear, “we’ve always done it that way,” as an answer to how tasks are completed.
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It doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s the most efficient or result driven way, but simply how the initial protocols were written.
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With over 20 years experience in the healthcare industry I have been successful in identifying time saving, cost effective solutions for practices.
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The willingness to “unlearn” has proven to keep practices relevant and resilient throughout the ever-changing medical field.
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11/05/2019

My favorite thing about fall is bringing out the sweaters and boots!
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My favorite thing about meeting new clients is that “aha” moment when we identify their niche!
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Having a consultant brings style, and a fresh perspective to your marketing efforts.
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11/03/2019

Exercising my brain with this poignant and heartwarming tale.
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If you’re like me and work within the senior community, you’ll definitely want to check out this read!
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11/02/2019

Today I joined my mom at her Younglivingessentialoils event Wags & Whiffs.
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She advertised her event using social media, and set up her booth at the entrance of a dog park.
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I listened as she explained what her products can do for the owner’s pets, but also why the oils she promotes are different than ones you would purchase elsewhere.
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I’m proud to say that my mom had a clearly defined sales message.
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She flawlessly executed the basic sale’s principle:
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Why you do what you do better than anyone else.
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When you can answer this question, you are ready to successfully promote your business.
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