How To Make Difficult Interactions More Respectful

Greeting Stewards,

Today’s blog post is a podcast episode from a podcast called, “The Science of Happiness” from The Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley. This episode titled, “Making Difficult Interactions More Respectful,” features an ER doctor as the guest speaker who reflects and speaks on how he interacts with his patients. The full summary of the podcast is as follows: 

As an ER doctor in an overworked healthcare system, Omar Guzman isn’t always able to build the relationships with patients the way he’d like to. For our show, Omar tried a practice called the 7 Elements of Respect. By contemplating his own motivations and biases, practicing deep listening and prioritizing relationship-building, Omar was able to develop a meaningful connection with a patient and was reminded of why he decided to pursue medicine. Later, we hear from Diane Johnson, the creator of this practice, to learn more about the multifaceted aspects of respect, and how developing empathic relationships can shape and strengthen our sense of community.

Take a listen to the podcast episode and let us know your thoughts on Circle! 

Additionally, come join us for our final forum in November with Jeannine back as our facilitator! Register while you still can, and please feel free to share this with someone who may be interested. as well! 

Warmly, 

Asheanna