Mayo’s Clinic: Enhancing Our Connections
In an era of social networking, having real conversations and deepening your connections with people takes skill and will. But the byproducts are new energy and excitement—and being heard.
By Dr. Fred Mayo, CHE, CHT
Last month, this column discussed helping students connect with ideas; this month we turn the focus to ourselves and discuss our connections with other persons—a fitting subject for your summer when you have a chance to slow down and reflect on what you do and why you do it. I hope this column encourages you to expand your reflections.
Meaning of Connection
Currently, when we think of being connected, we typically refer to the forms of social media and the ways we use them. It means we are proud of using Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Foursquare and other programs. We also look for suggestions about how to maximize the benefits of being electronically connected since that means being up to date and technologically literate.