To avoid seeming negative, think about something positive. It’s only human to have bad days, moodiness or doubts. However, you need to insulate patients from such negativity. Try this: just before interacting with patients, think about your favorite music, vacation spot, loved one, food, etc. You will experience genuine positive feelings, and patients will pick up on it.

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