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Coming together as a team, let's take a moment to pause (10 secs), and let's begin with a quote from...
Ephesians 4: 31-32 All bitterness, fury, anger, shouting, and reviling must be removed from you, along with all malice. And be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ.
and from
Aaron Goldman Communicate unto the other person that which you would want him to communicate unto you if your positions were reversed.
These quotes show the value of Speaking Well Of Others. Speaking Well Of Others is a great way to live Dignity, making it real in our lives today! So, as we reflect today, let's refresh our memories on the meaning of Dignity, and take a closer look at how Speaking Well Of Others brings it to life.
Dignity
Dignity means, Respect for the worth of every person, recognition and commitment to the value of diverse individuals and perspectives, and special concerns for the poor and underserved.
We know there are many ways to live with Dignity; so let's focus on just one, Speaking Well Of Others.
Speaking Well Of Others
Choose words that are respectful and helpful.
So, let's ask ourselves this question...
How do I choose to handle conflict?
I'd like to invite us all to make Speaking Well Of Others a reality in our lives today by...
Communicating my point without demeaning the other.
Speaking Well Of Others isn't new to CHRISTUS Health, in fact, we see this same type of Dignity in our heritage...
At Christus South Texas, an associate works diligently to create trust with bedside nurses across the hospital. She notices when education could help, listens respectfully, and provides whatever is needed to help them professionally. She does this with tact and in a manner which is never demeaning.
Father, Please help me learn to live charity in speech. I pray that I can keep my emotions in check and find the words that build others up. I want to make a positive impact in the lives of others and in any stressful situation. Amen
Ephesians 4: 31-32 All bitterness, fury, anger, shouting, and reviling must be removed from you, along with all malice. And be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ.
and from
Aaron Goldman Communicate unto the other person that which you would want him to communicate unto you if your positions were reversed.
Dignity
Dignity means, Respect for the worth of every person, recognition and commitment to the value of diverse individuals and perspectives, and special concerns for the poor and underserved.
Speaking Well Of Others
Choose words that are respectful and helpful.
How do I choose to handle conflict?
Communicating my point without demeaning the other.
At Christus South Texas, an associate works diligently to create trust with bedside nurses across the hospital. She notices when education could help, listens respectfully, and provides whatever is needed to help them professionally. She does this with tact and in a manner which is never demeaning.
Father, Please help me learn to live charity in speech. I pray that I can keep my emotions in check and find the words that build others up. I want to make a positive impact in the lives of others and in any stressful situation. Amen
