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Farewell to the Healer

January 20, 2021 by Scott "Q" Marcus Leave a Comment

The first time I met Dr. Scott Sattler was at his office, back in the nineties.

I was selling pagers — prior to the omnipresence of cell phones. Scott was the decision-maker for a local medical group. I was ushered into the room and warmly greeted with an outstretched hand and smile that seemed like it could split his face in half. Prominent on the wall behind his desk was a poster consisting of Sanskrit writing.

In sales, one learns to establish “emotional rapport” quickly; a fancy term for “be friendly and interested in what the person in front of you finds of import.” However actually curious, I asked of him, “What does that mean?”

I’m sure I’m gumming up the translation but, as I recall, it was something about “The doctor is not the healer.” He elaborated that he was merely the vehicle by which healing could take place, but that healing came from a greater source and simply directed him, in conjunction with the natural abilities of the human body.

I knew I would like him from that moment on. I was not wrong.

We crossed paths regularly. His twisted, playful, quick-witted sense of humor made him a regular in the annual pun-off, in which I competed several times.

A few years ago, he was diagnosed with cancer but continued to be active; speaking on the “Gift of Cancer.”

I recall him arriving at the Center for Spiritual Living, wool beanie covering his now hairless head, yet his ever-present smile still bursting forth sunshine. Using word and song, he shared how his knowledge of having a terminal disease actually made him more aware and grateful for what life brought. He didn’t show regret, simply acceptance of the path on which he now walked. Scott was active in the Sufi faith and his inclusive lessons and stories brought tears of joy to the eyes of those of us in the chairs. His singing voice was pure, penetrating to our souls. The fact that Scott’s story of having cancer could bring forth so much gladness in others summed him up.

Wanting so much to be near that optimism, and being the producer of a motivational podcast at the time, I asked if he’d be willing to share his story on a wider level. We scheduled an hour and I met him at his home, recording equipment in hand. Listening to him, I felt like I was sitting at the foot of wisdom. It was an interview I wished would never end.

The next time I saw him, a few months later, he was in remission.

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Filed Under: Newspaper Column, Personal, Tribute Tagged With: cancer, eulogy, farewell, grief, loss

You are Entitled to Change Your Mind

September 15, 2015 by Scott "Q" Marcus Leave a Comment

Not everything works out as expected.

Whether those are goals or relationships, it’s okay to say goodbye when you’re no longer being served.

Simply because you decided to do something or because you wanted to be with someone, doesn’t mean you have to do it forever. If you have honestly done all you know how to do and the results are not what you need, you have the option of moving on. After all, you are a fully functioning adult.

If it’s time to say “farewell,” just do it consciously and with grace.

Filed Under: Change, Failure, Motivational Monday Tagged With: better relationships, farewell, moving forward, painful relationships, relationship problems

All Things End

August 11, 2014 by Scott "Q" Marcus Leave a Comment

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It’s OK to say “goodbye.”

All things end.

Relationships fade; people move on; even your goals can change. There is no shame in saying “goodbye” to what no longer serves you.

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Filed Under: Change, Failure, Habits, Motivational Monday, Relationships, Traditions Tagged With: farewell, goals, looking in the mirror, moving forward, top priorities

Funny Video: How to Say Goodbye

July 9, 2013 by Scott "Q" Marcus Leave a Comment

There’s a whole lot of testosterone in this video but it doesn’t take away from the humor.

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Filed Under: humor, Video Tagged With: farewell, goodbye, humor, relationships

Is It Time to Say Goodbye?

February 4, 2013 by Scott "Q" Marcus Leave a Comment

Is it time to say goodbye?

When it’s time to move on, from bad habits or painful relationships, these simple steps will make it easier:
  1. Accept the reality that what you had once is no longer working
  2. Get support
  3. Decide what you want to do that’s different
  4. Make a small step toward that new priority
  5. Praise yourself for changing
  6. Give thanks for what you had; it served you well for a long time. (If you’re saying farewell to a person, remember “compassion first” whenever thinking about them or bumping into them.)  

Goodbyes are certainly not as fun as “hellos” but they are necessary.

How we handle them is essential to a balanced and happy life.

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Filed Under: Asking for help, Motivational Monday, Relationships Tagged With: bad habits, compassion, farewell, happy life, painful relationships, priorities, priority, relationship, relationships

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