Wow! What an interesting 2+ years it’s been for the #fridaypfisterfix - a way to connect with my patients and readers. Thanks to all of those who have stuck with me all this time! In this, my 100th blog entry, I talk about how the changing of the leaves in Fall has me reflecting on some changes we never saw coming over the past couple years…

If you’ve met me or read any of my blog articles, you know I love nature. And, as is my goal of every #fridaypfisterfix, I’d like to send you into your weekend with positive vibes and some sound advice - get out and enjoy nature this weekend! (I hear tomorrow is supposed to be sunny.) Looking for inspiration? Check out my article on why I think nature is a great teacher in dealing with change.

In the past few weeks’ Team Member Spotlights, I introduced you to my Orthodontic Smile Team. During our 36 years in practice, we have amassed a combined 211 years of experience in orthodontics (including myself). And with experience comes a willingness to adapt and overcome. In this week’s #fridaypfisterfix, I reflect on lessons in adapting to change and what that might mean for overcoming the challenges of COVID-19.

As we prepare to celebrate our country’s birthday this Fourth of July, I personally can’t think of a time when I’ve seen our country more divided and stressed to the max as it has been this year! In 1986, Robert Fulghum wrote a book entitled, All I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. Check out this week’s #fridaypfisterfix about why I think our country could glean a few lessons from that book to create real change. But even more, find out why real change starts with you and me!

If we don’t make a change today, our tomorrow will look like yesterday.