Pat ElliottExpertHERWriterGuideBlogger(reply to Anonymous)
Hi Lee - You're very welcome. I don't mean to make light of your situation, but I can tell you that Americans where I live - Arizona - often make fun of people from New York and New Jersey, especially when they're new here and still in a hurry and haven't adjusted to our more relaxed, casual lifestyle. People tend to have problems with those that are different from them, no matter where. I have been embarrassed to be an American while in other countries because of the rude behaviors of other Americans and have found that learning the local culture, demonstrating interest in it and making a genuine effort to fit in has always paid off.
When you don't feel well it's a lot harder to be optimistic and outgoing, so it takes more work, but it's worth it in the long run. I'm sure you know the mind and body are connected, and studies show over and over that the more a person does to achieve a more positive frame of mind, the better off they are as a whole. There are many things you can do such as getting regular exercise and good nutrition that may help you feel better both physically and mentally. There are many articles on this site about the benefits of a positive mental attitude.
Since you have private health insurance and access to a GP you may want to explore some ways to help your health that go above and beyond dealing with the fever. That way you're doing more to take charge of the situation and your life in a good way, and who knows, it could lead to many more good things. I sincerely wish you the very best in all of this. Let me know what the infectious disease specialist says. Best, Pat
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Hi Lee - You're very welcome. I don't mean to make light of your situation, but I can tell you that Americans where I live - Arizona - often make fun of people from New York and New Jersey, especially when they're new here and still in a hurry and haven't adjusted to our more relaxed, casual lifestyle. People tend to have problems with those that are different from them, no matter where. I have been embarrassed to be an American while in other countries because of the rude behaviors of other Americans and have found that learning the local culture, demonstrating interest in it and making a genuine effort to fit in has always paid off.
When you don't feel well it's a lot harder to be optimistic and outgoing, so it takes more work, but it's worth it in the long run. I'm sure you know the mind and body are connected, and studies show over and over that the more a person does to achieve a more positive frame of mind, the better off they are as a whole. There are many things you can do such as getting regular exercise and good nutrition that may help you feel better both physically and mentally. There are many articles on this site about the benefits of a positive mental attitude.
https://www.empowher.com/news/herarticle/2008/12/24/annette-leal-mattern-youre-never-wrong-place
https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/tips-reducing-stress-your-life
Since you have private health insurance and access to a GP you may want to explore some ways to help your health that go above and beyond dealing with the fever. That way you're doing more to take charge of the situation and your life in a good way, and who knows, it could lead to many more good things. I sincerely wish you the very best in all of this. Let me know what the infectious disease specialist says. Best, Pat
March 3, 2010 - 6:03pmThis Comment
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