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The Busy PTs Guide to Finding Balance

Spring Cleaning
by JANEY GOUDE
Last week my oldest daughter looked at our dining table centerpiece and asked, "Mom, if you went in someone's home and they had this much dust, what would you say?" I told her if I knew they'd had a month like we just had, I'd give them a pass. Long story Read More...
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Try It, You'll Like It
by JANEY GOUDE
"When you catch yourself becoming irritated or disturbed at circumstances, stop and laugh at the little things that steal your peace." - Debi Pearl Driving down the road last week, I caught myself being entertained by other drivers. Granted, I wasn't Read More...
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Most Embarrassing Moment
by JANEY GOUDE
Everybody has those days. With four kids, I probably have more than my share! This particular day, it had nothing to do with my kids. I went through a drive-thru for a milkshake. A seemingly simple feat, but I'll admit I'm not your run of the mill milkshake Read More...
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Who is Doing Your Job?
by JANEY GOUDE
I'm transferring my kids' care from the pediatrician to my family doctor. As with anything medical, paperwork precedes productivity. So, I took the completed release forms to the pediatrician. The next day, I received a call saying I'd have to pick up Read More...
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Human Error or Negligence?
by JANEY GOUDE
Recently I received an email rejoicing that an unborn child had saved the mother's life. My joy was short circuited by my anger. The unborn child should never have been called upon to save her mother's life...that task was the responsibility of the ER Read More...
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Life Changing List
by JANEY GOUDE
Would you like to know how to make time for what is important to you? The answer is as simple as two little letters: N-O. But simple is not always easy. Actually saying "No" can be difficult. Knowing when to say "No" can be equally challenging. Basic Read More...
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Valentine Surprise
by JANEY GOUDE
As a kid I intensely disliked Valentine's Day. I've always been an over-analyzer, so deciding which card was right for which friend was painful. Should I give Abbie the puppy or the kitty Valentine? What if she spells her name "Abi"? What if I forget Read More...
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Perspectives in Client Care: The First Time, Every Time
by JANEY GOUDE
Who did you choose for your perspective challenge? Whether it was someone at work or someone at home, a common source of conflict is that one person is grappling with the situation for the first time, while the other person either deals with the situation Read More...
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Balancing Perspectives--Right or Wrong?
by JANEY GOUDE
Two weeks ago we started a series on how our perspective influences client care...for better or worse. When it comes right down to it, I only have one perspective: mine. I can say I am open-minded and accepting of others' viewpoints, but every circumstance Read More...
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De-fusing Your Workplace
by JANEY GOUDE
This time of year can be joyous, exciting and wonderful. But it can also be a time filled with sadness, stress and short fuses. The stress of the holidays can lead people to act in ways they normally wouldn't. Situations that are usually no big deal can Read More...
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Balance in the Workplace: Liar, Liar Pants on Fire
by JANEY GOUDE
I was in a car wreck two weeks ago-hit broadside in the rear passenger door where two of my girls were sitting. The policeman insisted an EMT check out my girls then shared, "The lady in the other car wants the paramedic to look at her ankle. It's really Read More...
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