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Surgeons Made Me Cry: When a Routine Dental Surgery Turned Into a Moment I’ll Never Forget

The surgeon made me cry. Not because of the procedure itself, but because of him—always agitated, never patient. His sharp tone cut deeper than the scalpel. Every rushed movement, every sigh of frustration, made me feel like a burden instead of a person. I tried to stay composed, but the tears came anyway, silent and hot. He didn’t notice. Or maybe he did, and just didn’t care.

Nurse Coping Strategies

Nurse Coping Strategies: What Helped Me Survive the OR

The OR can test every limit — physical, emotional, even spiritual. In this post, I share the coping strategies that helped me survive the chaos, the silence, and the pressure. These aren’t textbook tips; they’re lived moments, quiet rituals, and unexpected lifelines that kept me grounded when everything felt like too much.

Staying Energized in Long Shift

10 Way in Staying Energized in Long Shift as a Nurse

Nursing shifts can feel endless, but staying energized in long shift is possible with small, powerful habits. Hydration, mindful breaks, smart snacks, and leaning on your team can transform exhaustion into steady strength — helping you care better for your patients and yourself. Here are 10 nurse-tested ways to keep going.

Nurses' Mental Health

Mind Over Scalpel: Nurses’ Mental Health in the Operating Room

Behind every successful surgery lies a hidden battle: nurses’ mental health. This post dives into the silent struggles operating room nurses face daily—burnout, high-stakes anxiety, and emotional strain—and shares real strategies to protect resilience and well-being. Because supporting nurses’ mental health is vital for patients, teams, and nurses themselves.

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Why Being a Nurse Is a Thankless Job

Nursing isn’t always celebrated. Behind every calm face is a nurse carrying unseen burdens, working long hours, and quietly saving lives. Discover why being a nurse as a thankless job weighs so heavily — and what keeps us coming back, shift after shift.

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