The Power of Human Connection
I watched the movie "Patch Adams" about a month ago and it really struck a chord with me. It reminded me how important human connection is to our overall well-being. Basic human kindness can go a long way, and although being kind to another person may not seem like much to our own selves... for that other person, it can really impact and change their lives. Before I get into how this movie affected me, I want to sum up it up for those who haven't seen it. It's basically about a man who makes the decision to become a doctor to help those in need. During his education and training, he begins to notice that the patients are not treated as individuals and human beings, but as numbers. He takes it upon himself to ensure that each patient is acknowledged, treated and cared for as a person as a whole and not just their illness. He genuinely cares to get to know each of the patients by asking simple things such as their names, their likes and dislikes, their