Hey Joan, Isn't it a wonderful thing how different people interpret what they read or hear. It can make it hard to communicate though. But asking for clarification is a great way to make sure one has "heard" what they thought they did. I don't believe that anyone on the list participates because they are truly evil and wish to denigrate all who dare to post. More likely, they wish to have dialog on a profession that is confusing even to its practitioners at times. Jimmie Joan Riches <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Well Jimmie you asked for a poke on the nose. Your response below made me wonder if you had actually read my post. I was using an example from 20 years ago as up to now I had not made any contribution to the current UE/LE anecdotes. I can read your response as meant to agree that I did the right thing or, that 'You' implies 'we (the enlightened ones)' However on first reading the 'don't worry about the idiots' felt patronising to me. It only lasted for a second because I know you from the list and I really appreciate that you acknowledge other members posts. I wonder if you feel you know me. Your response doesn't give me any sense of that and feels like being addressed as a newbie. How very dangerous this written communication can be! So - civility in posts is important so is monitoring our emotional responses - looking for alternate meanings - asking for clarification. This can generate a defensive response so maybe it is only safe to do with Jimmie who has given permission. Blessings to all - keep the passion alive, Joan
Jimmie's response Joan, You just keep doing what your patient needs and don't worry about the kinds of idiots that chastised you. Jimmie Quote from my post Well, hey it was my first client in that placement, my first experience in acute care - anyway I was 50 years old at that point and the person who told me off was 20 years younger and didn't make any sense so I didn't pay much attention. I have never since been in a rehab situation where that would have been said to me. Lucky or what? Joan **************************************************************************** ********** -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn ************************************************************************************** --------------------------------- Want to start your own business? Learn how on Yahoo! Small Business. -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn **************************************************************************************
