Such a different experience
From too many before
Someone listening carefully
Before a diagnosis made.
Accepting what is said
But gently questioning
Exploring alternative possibilities
Not leaping to a conclusion firm.
Taking preferences into account
Probing the nature of these
Examining what informs
Being open and clear.
A person exists behind our mask
Unwilling to display all
Without testing credibility
Interest in more than a solution.
We all have some experience
Of approaches supportive and not
We have a role in shaping this
Not just accepting what’s given.
Our bodies tell some things
Our experience much more
“Doctor’s Orders” something
Avoided at all costs.
3/8/2020
Brian’s Reflections 