New Year Resolutions

Once again we stand at the threshold of a new year, a juncture to straighten our paths and discard the bad habits for good ones. It also brings on a new outlook, one of invigoration and enthusiasm. As a visitor and participant to many blogs and forums there is no shortage of acrimony, all that warrant merit. It’s time to recommit to our convictions and address all that is amiss. As our President-elect is sworn into office this new year, it would behoove us to adopt his theme of change. It's time to act on what needs to be corrected. We can start by simply speaking up rather than being silent. Every moment we take to correct a situation is a step in the direction for improvement.

Let us become more cognizant of what is in our power to better our profession. Be mindful that every small effort toward change is the first step to whole and complete change. Approach each day with a positive and constructive attitude. As the critical mass, each one of us is responsible for the change we want in our profession. We are professionals in the most vital occupation that exists and this attitude, and its reality, is supported by the legacy and ideals of Florence Nightingale.

Together, we can make each professional resolution, a comprehensive advocacy. Suggested theme for change in 2009: The best is yet to come.


By Jenn Foster