Some thoughts off the cuff…..I think one aspect of flexibility, though at first seemingly frustrating, can be turned around to be seen as a great challenge; almost fun. I know I may sound a bit naive, as I am “only” a student right now. I also do not mean to marginalize the issues of experienced MTs who have legitimate gripes in what can be a demanding job.
I am a strong believer in re-framing thoughts, feelings, etc., in our lives. It’s amazing how a different perspective can change everything. Instead of, “Why do all these accounts, doctors, etc., want everything done a different way; why so “nit-picky?”, say to yourself, “I can be the BEST at sorting all this out! I will make notes, reminders, and think up memory tricks, etc., until I have a way of transitioning between ALL the requirements, ALL the different dictators’ preferences as they want to “throw” at me!”
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