Happy Wednesday Everyone!
This past weekend, I had the opportunity to discuss my nursing story with the hopes of making a lasting impact. I find, that every time I speak of the past, new emotions come up. Extremely raw and fresh emotions. At the start of my career, I did not want to process my grief. I felt I was weak for my sadness, and believed that I would be viewed lesser for having "mundane" emotions in a profession built on strength and selflessness.
What I have now learned is that to feel is a gift. When you allow yourself to feel your difficult emotions, this is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength. Selflessness does not mean ignoring the care for yourself, but including yourself in the same kindness and compassion you gift others.
For the next month, leading into Nurses Week, I will be fundraising to support the Operation Happy Nurse community. A place and group of people that allow me to feel all my emotions without fear of retribution and judgement.
Operation Happy Nurse provides a free, online community for nurses, offering a wide range of resources designed to promote wellness and foster a supportive network. From discussion boards to book clubs, nutritional support to educational blogs, guided meditations, and beyond, the OHN platform is a safe space for nurses to find solace, guidance, and camaraderie.
All funds raised will go toward:
- Continuing development on the OHN mobile application, making stress relief and community more accessible to the nursing profession.
- Expanding free, in-person wellness events for healthcare workers.
Here's how your support can make a difference:
- For every $50 donation, OHN can provide the free community mobile application to one nurse or student nurse.
- For every $200 donation, OHN can offer a free in-person event to one healthcare worker.
Operation Happy Nurse has a goal of raising $30,000 throughout this next month. We have 20 incredible fundraisers who aim to participate in making this goal a reality.
Please consider helping me reach my personal goal of raising $2,000 toward the fundraising efforts. Your generosity will make a tangible difference in the lives of those who dedicate themselves to caring for others.
Donate today: https://lnkd.in/edXjdYHf