and our students are doing an amazing job. Although we have been sidetracked by busy schedules, illnesses and personal conflicts, I am thoroughly enjoying this group of students. They are engaged, thoughtful, and motivated to inspire change in their organizations.
I really appreciate hearing their updates each week and learning about their view of their progress. As an outsider, I am amazed at how far they have come and I wish I would let them see themselves through my eyes. I am so proud of their resiliency and their diligent efforts.
Today we had an interesting discussion about immigrants. The question posted to the class was what is your first thought when you hear the word immigrant. Some of the words offered were about the many challenges new arrivals in the US face. And while I know that is a major part of the process, the first word that came to me is hope. When I think about the emotional, financial and physical toll moving to another country must take on a person, I have to believe that the underlying hope that motivates the move must prevail. Unfortunately, I didn't mention that in class today and I am kicking myself.
Our discussion also led to the need for healthcare providers to be aware of the mental health issues that come along with being an immigrant. I think the class realized that most of us will never know the struggle of moving to another country, but it is our responsibility to think beyond ourselves and be considerate of the many things we do not know about our patients.
I really appreciate hearing their updates each week and learning about their view of their progress. As an outsider, I am amazed at how far they have come and I wish I would let them see themselves through my eyes. I am so proud of their resiliency and their diligent efforts.
Today we had an interesting discussion about immigrants. The question posted to the class was what is your first thought when you hear the word immigrant. Some of the words offered were about the many challenges new arrivals in the US face. And while I know that is a major part of the process, the first word that came to me is hope. When I think about the emotional, financial and physical toll moving to another country must take on a person, I have to believe that the underlying hope that motivates the move must prevail. Unfortunately, I didn't mention that in class today and I am kicking myself.
Our discussion also led to the need for healthcare providers to be aware of the mental health issues that come along with being an immigrant. I think the class realized that most of us will never know the struggle of moving to another country, but it is our responsibility to think beyond ourselves and be considerate of the many things we do not know about our patients.