In this episode of the "Quality of Life Quest," Anneke shares a gripping account of her experience during a severe storm that disrupted her commute to work at a hospital. As the rain poured relentlessly, she navigated treacherous flooded roads, relying on the wake of a truck to guide her through a particularly daunting stretch. Once at the hospital, the situation escalated as more visitors arrived with their own harrowing stories, and by the end of her shift, Anneke found herself stranded due to impassable roads. However, with the help of a colleague, she discovered a volunteer transport service using 4x4 vehicles to assist staff in getting home. When it became clear that she would have to wait for a ride, Anneke opted for a room designated for on-call doctors, where she enjoyed a restful night’s sleep. Reflecting on her experience, she emphasizes the importance of staying calm amidst chaos, recognizing that her lack of urgency allowed her to navigate the situation with clarity and gratitude for those who helped her along the way. The episode serves as a reminder to take a step back, breathe, and assess whether a problem truly applies to us, ultimately transforming an unexpected storm into a manageable breeze. Key Takeaways 00:01:10: Anneke faced heavy rain while driving to work, creating a challenging commute. 00:04:37: Anneke was stranded after her shift, unable to find a way home. 00:08:01: A porter helped Anneke secure a room for the night at the hospital. 00:10:00: The next morning, Anneke learned the main road was clear for her return. BEST MOMENTS "I was driving behind this truck, and if you stay close enough to something like a truck, it creates a wake and you can drive in the wake of that truck." "I felt like one of the patients who's been told that they can go home. It was like, yeah, freedom." "I had the luxury that there was no pressing reason for me to go. But for me to be able to step back, to realize that, to realize that there was no pressure for me..." "I'm so grateful for my colleague who told me about this service that's available of volunteers who drive you home." "This unexpected storm in my life kind of turned into a breeze. It was all right in the end." Host Bio Anneke is an engineer who immersed herself in alternative healthcare after she almost died in hospital. Working in that field since 2000. Trainer of NLP, Time Line Therapy, Hypnosis, Reiki master, Sports-massage therapist and some other modalities. Currently she is training to be a naturopath whilst working as a healthcare assistant in the Acute Medical Unit. She is looking for the good bits of modern healthcare, which is in the acute setting in her opinion. In no way, shape or form does she suggest to have life figured out. Hence the quest. There is always more to learn and more insights to be gained. Life is messy and full of surprises and curve balls. Come along for the ride. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
Show More
Show Less
Sep 11 20252 mins