La Dolce Vita

My mom shared some advice and wisdom this evening that I think will be important to remember as I continue along this life journey of nursing.

"when you become a nurse you have to know, that you will lose your innocence. Seeing hurt and evil like that really drains a person. You can't remain childlike and innocent because you see the brutality and life of it all. That is why a lot of nurses burn out so soon. Instead you must realize the fragility of life, but choose to actively block out the evilness of people. Love the person you are caring for and make a heart connection. Allow their light to shine and know that no matter what you are doing the best you can do. Whether they die or life. In the end the love can overpower the evil."