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The Real Questions We Should Be Asking
When our heads hit the pillow at night, what are the questions which run through our minds? How can we make an assessment of how our day went? Henri Nouwen has a few suggestions: "Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone's face? Did I say words of...
The Tipping Point
Do you ever feel discouraged about your progress in some aspect of your life? Well, your achievement of excellence may not be as far off as you think. Think about water. At 211°, water is hot. At 212°, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And steam can...
The Power of the Present
If we were tasked to identify what percentage of the time we are 1) fully engaged in the present moment, 2) ruminating on something that happened in the past, or 3) worrying about something that might happen in the future, what kind of percentages do you think we...
Join Give Day Tampa Bay to Support Your Community
By Kathy Rabon, CFRE, CFRM Executive Director, Suncoast Hospice Foundation Every one of us can make a real difference in our world, in our community. Helping those in need of compassionate care in Tampa Bay can be one of the greatest gifts you’ll make. On May 3,...
The Three Gates of Speech
There is an old proverb which advises that every word coming out of our mouths should first be required to pass through three gates. Each gate has a question: 1. Is it true? 2. Is it necessary? 3. Is it kind? The precious wisdom being expressed here is...
Our Volunteers, Our Inspiration
It’s National Volunteer Week and we celebrate all those helping others in need across America. Special thanks and appreciation to the many volunteers who support our Empath Health integrated network of care in Tampa Bay. They shine as lights of inspiration, dedicating...
What Shall We Do With This New And Precious Day?
One of the “side-effects” of working in an organization which serves people with chronic and life-limiting illness is a heightened awareness of the reality of our own mortality and the mortality of those whom we love. When we begin to really see clearly that our time...
South African Hospice Social Worker Shares Story of Care and Hope
Doing so much with so little to take care of a community in hardship is a constant challenge for our sister South African hospice – HospiceWits. There are extreme needs of HIV care, hospice care, food, medications and much more. At times, their work can seem...
Share Your Greatest Plan: Your Healthcare Decisions
Your family is your greatest love and inspiration. Perhaps the ultimate gift you can give them is your plan for care if something critical happens to your health. Then they can honor you with peace of mind. As Health Care Decisions Day approaches on April 16, we’re...
The Energy of Anger
Sometimes anger can feel like a wild emotion. Haven’t we all had times when we said or did something out of anger that we regretted later? A harsh word to a spouse or significant other, reacting to an impatient co-worker, or even taking it personally when a patient...