While reading some threads today, I noted some negativity here and there. In one particular thread, the etiological common denominator seemed to have to do with something in the area of respect. One member believed another was putting down their perspective and the other felt that they were calling them out on their phraseology.
In 1956, Elvis sang "and the whole world will know this is true: understanding solves all problems", referring to a relationship. If we endeavor to find the rationale for why another behaves as they do, we can expand our horizons and give empathy and/or comfort.
Anyway, I wanted to start this thread and see where it will go. Starting this thread also gave me a reason to play around with a logo:
I was thinking of reviewing some customary codes of polite behavior.
Specializes in ER/med surg/telemetry/ acute rehab/ Ltac.
My take here is that nurses in general, especially lately, are under the gun for so much going on. It is really tough on the new talent, new nurses that are having to undergo and deal with this pandemic crisis at hand.
We deal with so much negativity at times, wether it be a a doctor, charge nurse, collegue and family member. we need to cut each other some slack when it comes to dealing with behavior or, reactions that make us wonder if there is a lack or respect or incivility behind the tone.
Please be kind to yourself, and also a good idea Is to subscribe to podcasts, for example, emcrit/ art of emergency nursing, etc.. are great resources. Please don't think of me as pollyanna, I want to share the love, resources, and, a good ear if you need it.
We are in this covid hell together, be nice, empathetic, and helpful if you can.
"Only 15% think emojis improve workplace communication. 29% say it makes colleagues look unprofessional; the number jumps to 36% when upper management uses them. A combined 22% say it makes colleagues come across as either annoying, less genuine or less competent."
Emojis are like drivers who use bumper stickers and express themselves with their behind.
Oh, they're cute when used in moderation, but it's like an artists/friend said, "They're for people without talent or the ability to truly express themselves".
I see. I was under the impression the conversation was strictly referring to social media and other virtual communication outside work given that the first sentence said something along the lines of negativity being "here and there". Since we're online outside of work, I assumed that was the scope. Thank you for the clarification.
However, since we're in the conversation of what is acceptable or otherwise... The facts you brought to this thread hold true for mainly to older generation and some new blood that was most likely raised in those values. However, for the newer generation, emojis are a little more acceptable. Borrowing from your source:
"50% find a colleague to be more fun, 43% see him or her as more approachable, and 35% deem the colleague to be kinder if they use emojis.
With only 17% of young adults considering its use unprofessional, using emojis with young colleagues may be worth it. "
Emphasis of the may in there. Of course, where you work and the degree of public relations will help one determine whether emojis and GIFs are beneficial or otherwise. However, there is one thing we can all agree on: no one likes those users that have strings of emojis and GIFs when the text conveys their message just fine. As you implied before, the dose makes the poison.
Davey Do
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Hey!
Does anyone have any ideas for what the allnurse netiquette word balloon could say?
I've got the giffer all set up and it would be very easy to change the wording, and I could make a special order gif!