Originally Posted by whaywardj
One other thing, RSK, relating to how to people regard you being yourself: There's an adage that goes, "If they mind, they don't matter. If they matter, they don't mind." That, by and large, is a good touchstone to keep in mind. If who you are rubs someone the wrong way, the chances are nothing good will come of associating with them...or trying to please them. While one may occasionally modulate himself for the sake of not being malapropos, having to bend to an unnatural posture on a consistent basis is a portent of poorer things to come. Keep your radar up for any signals of visceral dislike. Adjust accordingly, but don't let anyone believe for a moment you're doing it for anything more than the sake of manners.
thanks! i think you are right. i think too much. in fact, i think, while i'm thinking. i like this post a lot. and the adage makes a lot of sense.
now that i think about it - i should be myself, and that is a well mannered, respectfull individual, and family oriented - it's what got me this far, and I'd feel far more comfortable, once again, thanks.
Ellynn - you are dam right! i've shadowed doctors - and nurses/nursing assistats are miralce workers that are never appreciated enough. In fact, there is a shortage of nurses right now. It's a 'hot field' at the moment to get into. And of course, i will treat them just like other doctors, if not better
my dad would always tell me, "Son, no matter what you decided to do with your life - always keep both feet on the ground".
I want to be a doctor because of my experiences as a child in a third world country - i just wanted to help people, and i will never loose that feeling of an innocent child (i'll work hard to not loose it).