“Distraction leaches the authenticity out of our communications. When we are not emotionally present, we are gliding over the surface of our interactions and we never tangle in the depths where the nuances of our skills are tested and refined. A medical professor describes the easy familiarity with which her digital-native resident students master medical electronic records—but is troubled by the fact that they enter data with their eyes focused on their digital devices, not on the patient in the room with them. Preoccupation with technology acts as a screen between the student and the patient’s real emotion, real fear, and real concern. It may also prevent these residents from noticing physical symptoms that the patient fails to mention. The easy busyness of medical record entry is a way to sidestep the more challenging dynamics of human connection. But experienced physicians know that interpersonal skills are essential to mastering the art and science of medical diagnosis.” ArtScienceFearEmotionTechnologySkillsConcernPatientMedicalAuthenticityDistractionPresentPhysiciansRelevanceFamiliarityPreoccupationBusynessCommunicationsInteractionsMatter MorePhysicianMedical DiagnosisDigital Devices Book:Relevance: Matter More Source: Relevance: Matter More
“When we make a habit of acting on the interests arising out of our authentic passions, our enthusiasm can open doors before we even realize the potential that lies beyond them.” ActionHabitAuthenticityEnthusiasmPotentialRelevanceActAuthenticPassionsRealizePotential For GreatnessInterestsOpen DoorsMatter More Book:Relevance: Matter More Source: Relevance: Matter More
“Distraction leaches the authenticity out of our communications. When we are not emotionally present, we are gliding over the surface of our interactions and we never tangle in the depths where the nuances of our skills are tested and refined.” EmotionalSkillsAuthenticityDistractionRelevanceRefinedNuanceTestCommunicationsInteractionsMatter More Book:Relevance: Matter More Source: Relevance: Matter More