Learning Opportunity at Eye Exam

“Every patient has something to teach you”. I had a preceptor tell me this during my clinical rotations for PA school - and I think of it often. I learned so much from patients during my decade in practice and not just the medical - their culture or traditions or viewpoints.... . . When you change that to “every moment has something to teach you or your kids”—- it’s not “just” an eye exam. It’s an opportunity. I asked the optometrist to tell my kids why sunglasses are important. (Because you know they don’t listen to me!) She talked to them about taking eye breaks. Even pulled out a model of the eye to demonstrate. . . Ask the questions. People love to share! Model for your kids inquiry and the confidence to humbly learn from others. . . And if you’re medical or teacher or interact with kids at all, take the time to teach something you know. It will take a bit longer and may require some patience, but it’s so worth it for everyone. . . Vacationing but figuring out how to replace semi-broken glasses. Just travel and figure it out as we go 😊