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Inspiration for a Bad Shift
I’m switching the blog format up a bit this week. Instead, I want to focus on positive mantras and inspirational quotes. I know you’re...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
May 11, 20244 min read
How to Push Back Against Toxic Productivity
I’ll be honest: this article hits home. I’m definitely guilty of toxic productivity. It’s easy to get into that “go, go, go” mindset. We...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
May 4, 20243 min read
Conquer Imposter Syndrome With These Healthy Strategies
Imposter syndrome can significantly hinder both personal and professional growth. Understanding and effectively addressing this...
Mariana Lamar
Apr 23, 20243 min read
How To Lose Weight Without Ozempic: 10 Methods That Work
Losing weight can be a challenging journey, leading many to turn to medications such as Ozempic. Weight loss can be achievable and...
John Williams BSN, RN, CCDS
Apr 22, 20249 min read
Lupus and the Central Nervous System
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that affects the immune system. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common type of lupus. This...
Rachelle Klein, BSN, RN
Apr 15, 20245 min read
Avoiding Writer's Burnout
I love being a writer, but sometimes I get close to burning out. When you work for yourself, there aren’t any set hours. And there’s no...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Apr 13, 20243 min read
Entrepreneurship: Total Autonomy
In healthcare autonomy is the ability to provide personal knowledge to clinical decisions. Some nurses love autonomy. The ability to work...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Apr 6, 20243 min read
Mindset Shifts: Why do They Matter?
Entrepreneurship comes with its own set of challenges. If you’re new to owning a business, it’s a bit of a culture shock. It’s a...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Mar 30, 20243 min read
Nurses Eat Their Young
We’ve all heard the term: “nurses eat their young”. And some of us have even had the displeasure of experiencing it first hand. If you...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Mar 23, 20243 min read
What’s the Difference Between a Good Client and a Bad Client?
Getting your first few clients is a rocky, uphill battle. It may seem like you’ll never get there. When email after email goes...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Mar 16, 20244 min read
Keeping Calm:Basic Strategies for a Less Stressful Life
Elevate your health writing career with Willow Bark Writing. Discover our personalized coaching and workshops to enhance your skills and...
Mariana Lamar
Mar 11, 20243 min read
Become a Writer in 1, 2, 3
It’s easy to get lost in the sea of tasks when you jump into professional writing. There’s so much to do. It’s hard to prioritize which...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Mar 9, 20243 min read
Breaking the Mold: Be Yourself
We spend a lot of time comparing ourselves to others. They say “comparison is the thief of joy”. And I think they’re right. The more time...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Mar 2, 20243 min read
New-Onset Anxiety: A Beginner’s Guide
Real-Life Examples Kevin, a successful entrepreneur, husband, and dad broke down. “I’m afraid,” he said. “I can’t sleep. I feel like I...
Heather Lee, BSN, RN
Feb 27, 20245 min read
I Have a Chronic Illness.
Chronic illness is tough. I should know, I have one. I’m not usually particularly open about my personal struggles, because they’re just...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Feb 24, 20244 min read
Coaching: How to Get Ahead
I have to admit- I love coaching people. I’ve always been a natural at teaching others. When I was really little, I would always want to...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Feb 17, 20243 min read
Education Level, Race, and Ethnicity May Affect Human Papillomavirus Awareness
In a recent study published in JAMA, HPV awareness varied by education level and by race and ethnicity. Inequitable dissemination of...
Rachelle Klein, BSN, RN
Feb 12, 20242 min read
A Day In the Life of a Writer
What do you do as a nurse writer? I get this same question over and over again. I totally understand why. I didn’t understand what a...
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN, RN
Feb 10, 20245 min read
RN Tips for Teaching Patients
Did you know that most patients forget a large percentage of discharge instructions?1 Or that almost half of what they do remember is...
Jennifer Sols
Feb 8, 20243 min read
What to Expect when your Doctor Recommends an Ostomy
What Is an Ostomy? An ostomy (also called stoma) is a hole in your belly created by a surgeon. This hole allows waste, such as stool or...
Heather Lee, BSN, RN
Feb 8, 20243 min read
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