'Why do you do what you do?' The question was related to being a nurse, specifically an Emergency Nurse. It was in regards to a patient that was totally dependent for all care, that I asked the 'questioner' for assistance in providing some ADL's. It was a messy situation... even the family stepped out of the room! This person is considering furthering their education and becoming a nurse...
Think about that question for a minute... "Why do you do what you do?"
Of course every one of us, has an immediate answer; however, there is a deeper reason that most don't think about often and find it difficult to articulate.
I could have done anything I wanted! Got the education, the degrees, been/done anything! But I followed a path... and here I am. It has been the right direction for me, but I may be a little off center, so to speak... time will tell!
What was your path?
I am comfortable where I am. What I have done, what I have learned, what I do... but I find a longing for something more. Perhaps I will continue my 'formal' education and get the appropriate degree and letters to put after my name. It won't change what I do much... only that I can 'officially' do what I already do, autonomously...
Then again, I somehow think I am where I need to be... the opportunity to teach and mentor others has been exhilarating! The sharing of knowledge, experiences, teaching... being a part of another person's professional growth...
So I will ask the question to you...
Why do you do what you do?
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