Finished reading: Managing Transitions (25th anniversary edition) by William Bridges 📚
“Transition is like a low-pressure area on the organizational weather map. It attracts all the storms and conflicts in the area, past as well as present.”
Confession: It was really hard to read this book without dwelling on the bad transitions I’ve experienced in the past. I hope I can contribute some positive value to the future transitions in which I will play a part.
Finished reading: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz 📚
A quick read & nice reminder of a few universal truths:
Don’t take anything personally.
You are never responsible for the actions of others…
Wherein I consider all that Jay-Z and I have in common.
I attended a webinar today that featured presenters from my previous job/organization. It’s hard to believe that it has been about six years since I moved into my current role. After all this time has passed, it was terrific to see & hear of the good work they are doing. I closed the webinar window as it was concluding and was full of gratitude for our professional paths crossing. I’m so glad that they are still making wonderful contributions to the ministry of health care.
In which I praise a new online puzzle platform.
A reflection, in the Ignatian tradition, for former graduate students.
A brief reflection about my parish’s statement on racism.
Another mass shooting in the United States.
A Reflection on Pope Francis’ Annual Message for World Day of the Sick 2023.
Last week SSM Health celebrated Mission and Heritage Week. 2022 is the 150th anniversary of the arrival of Mother M. Odilia Berger and her companions in St. Louis. This is a reflection I wrote for the occasion.