WILTON, CT — Funeral service professionals have one LAST CHANCE to take advantage of the lowest prices of the year at MortuaryMall.com. MortuaryMall.com is currently having a Cyber Monday sales event, which offers an incredible, value-packed lineup of great deals on 160+ products. Cyber Monday sales on mortuary equipment & supplies include:
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“Millennial Morticians with ABQ Brews” was an innovative part of the Before I Die New Mexico Festival, held October 30 to November 4, 2018. Four funeral directors in their 30s participated in a panel discussion held at Tractor Brewing Company in Albuquerque. Among the topics discussed: funeral service and autopsies done at the Office of the […] via Tumblr Video: Millennial Morticians with ABQ Brews Arturo Olivas died on November 18, 2017. On this first anniversary of his passing, let us celebrate his life and remember the remarkable memorial service held for him earlier this year. I had the opportunity to meet Arturo in 2013, 18 months after he was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. He was given a prognosis […] via Tumblr Remembering the Remarkable Brother Arturo Olivas It’s Thanksgiving today and I’m writing from a hipster cafe in the historic center of Lisbon, Portugal. We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving on this day per se, so I wanted to take a moment out of my day to be grateful. I’ve been writing for the funeralOne blog for nearly seven years now, and over these […] The post 9 Reasons To Be Grateful For Your Local Funeral Homes & Cemeteries This Thanksgiving appeared first on funeralOne Blog. 9 Reasons To Be Grateful For Your Local Funeral Homes & Cemeteries This Thanksgiving published first on YouTube via Tumblr 9 Reasons To Be Grateful For Your Local Funeral Homes & Cemeteries This Thanksgiving Search any list of “most stressful jobs” and you’ll find the usual: firefighters, pilots, police officers, CEOs, and soldiers. You know as well as anyone that “funeral director” should be ranked in the top ten, and for many of the same reasons. You’re running a business, dealing with the crippling grief of others, and trying to manage work-life balance amid an unpredictable schedule. Death care is stressful, and every so often it takes its toll in the form of compassion fatigue.
It is common among physicians, military personnel, attorneys, family caregivers, and yes, funeral directors. Even Mother Teresa recognized the potential for compassion fatigue among her nuns and insisted they take time off to de-stress. You probably have a good idea if you’re nearing emotional overload (if not, take this quiz to find out where you stand on the Professional Quality of Life Scale) and need a break or distraction…or perhaps even professional help. Here are just a few ways to deal with the stress of the job you love. Engage in a hobby What do you enjoy doing outside of work? If you have a favorite hobby, commit more time to pursuing it. Golfing, fishing, hiking, hunting…spending time outdoors has the added benefit of enjoying nature and gaining a wider perspective of the world outside the funeral home. Even if your hobby is more indoors-oriented, like reading, playing video games, or “Netflix and chill”-ing… try to avoid multitasking and simply escape into the world of the book or on the screen. Write it all down Scientific research has proven that writing can reduce stress. This is especially true when you use a journal or personal blog to record or wrestle with your emotions. Putting things down on (real or virtual) paper can be cathartic, humbling, and enlightening all at once. Write about your day’s challenges as well as the great things that happened, or make a list of things that make you happy or feel grateful. If you doubt the power of journaling to combat compassion fatigue, consider this list of 83 journaling benefits. Talk to someone There is no shame in seeking out an impartial person with whom you can share your stress and concerns. Talking to a therapist, psychologist, or even a spiritual confidant on a regular basis can help you realize that your thoughts and feelings are completely normal, and a professional can offer personalized guidance on how to deal with debilitating stress and overwhelming emotions. Take a vacation The emotional weariness of compassion fatigue is often accompanied by mental and physical exhaustion. Your body, mind, and heart need time away from death care. Whether you choose a weekend getaway, a five-day retreat, or a few days off here and there, try to disconnect as much as possible from your business by turning off your phone or maybe going completely off-grid, away from any and all technology and distractions. Practice self-care There are several steps you can take to nurture your emotional health. While the term itself sounds a little new-age or touchy-feely, “self care” simply means being kind and respectful to yourself. Set some personal and professional boundaries–like never allowing yourself to work more than 24 hours without sleep, or taking a lunch break away from the funeral home everyday. Sure, your lunch may take place at 3 p.m. after two back-to-back services, but you owe it to yourself to take time to breathe, nourish yourself, and decompress. Self-care also encompasses things like exercise, meditation, continuing education, faith-based activities, and regular appointments with your physician. The last thing you want is to become so distracted and disabled from compassion fatigue that you lose your passion for your calling. Following one or all of these steps will improve not only your emotional wellbeing, but also strengthen personal relationships and help you provide an exceptional and authentic level of services to the families in your care What stress-relieving activities will you be engaging in over Thanksgiving? Our fingers are crossed, hoping you all get a little time to relax. Happy Thanksgiving. The post Feeling Compassion Fatigue? Here are Five Ways to Decompress over Thanksgiving. appeared first on Connecting Directors. Feeling Compassion Fatigue? Here are Five Ways to Decompress over Thanksgiving. published first on YouTube via Tumblr Feeling Compassion Fatigue? Here are Five Ways to Decompress over Thanksgiving. WILTON, CT — Funeral service professionals can take advantage of amazing deals right from the comfort of their own homes (or funeral homes) on the busiest shopping weekend of the year. MortuaryMall.com today announced their 9th annual Black Friday sales event, which will offer an incredible, value-packed lineup of great deals. With increased manufacturer participation, there will be 160+ products offering free shipping and/or bigger discounts at this year’s event. The event kicks off at 12:00am ET, on Friday, November 23, and runs for 24 hours. Black Friday deals on mortuary equipment & supplies include: * Ferno’s Model 87 & 88 church trucks — Free shipping within the Continental US! * Junkin Safety’s line of mortuary equipment (excluding church truck and cemetery equipment) — Extra 10% off! * The Embalmers’ Supply Company’s Porti-Boy Mark IV and Mark V embalming machines — Free shipping within the Continental US! * Link CMP’s SS150 & SS150XL Single Deck Systems — Free shipping within the Continental US! * Church & Chapel’s chapel sets — Extra 5% off all chapel and devotional furniture sets! * Mortech Mfg.’s embalming stations, portable storage racks, water control unit and more — Extra 10% off! * K2 Vehicles’ line of products — Extra 10% off! * ARC’s Med Sleds — Buy a Bariatric Med Sled First Call and get a Standard Med Sled First Call for 50% off * Seveer’s Flex One and Flex Five flexible stretchers — Extra 10% off! * And much, much more…over 150 products offering Black Friday discounts this year! Black Friday Promotion About MortuaryMall.com The post MortuaryMall.com’s 9th Annual “Black Friday” Sales Event Happens This Week! appeared first on Connecting Directors. MortuaryMall.com’s 9th Annual “Black Friday” Sales Event Happens This Week! published first on YouTube via Tumblr MortuaryMall.com’s 9th Annual “Black Friday” Sales Event Happens This Week! The holidays are an interesting time for funeral professionals. While everyone else taking time off of work and getting into the jolly cheer, you’re being asked to turn the volume of your willpower, focus and space holding abilities all the way up. Yep, the holidays are when you, my dear funeral professional, are being asked […] The post The Challenges and Triumphs of Being a Funeral Professional During the Holiday Season appeared first on funeralOne Blog. The Challenges and Triumphs of Being a Funeral Professional During the Holiday Season published first on YouTube via Tumblr The Challenges and Triumphs of Being a Funeral Professional During the Holiday Season The FN boys have a big announcement from a major casket brand and they discuss the most prominent ‘hot button’ topics facing funeral directors in today’s changing market. The post Big Production Changes Coming to Major Casket Brand | Funeral Nation 130 appeared first on Connecting Directors. Big Production Changes Coming to Major Casket Brand | Funeral Nation 130 published first on YouTube via Tumblr Big Production Changes Coming to Major Casket Brand | Funeral Nation 130 WALL, N.J. – Today, more people are getting cremated than buried, and “traditional” doesn’t mean anything when it comes to funeral service. With that comes challenges – but also opportunities. At the Cremation Innovations Summit, May 3, at the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina, you’ll discover how to recognize and respond to both. Learn how to:
“With cremation continuing its upward march, we wanted to bring together some of the profession’s top cremation innovators and consultants to share actionable steps to deliver more meaningful experiences to cremation families,” said Thomas A. Parmalee, summit coordinator. “Holding our event in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a bonus, as it’s easy to drive and fly into and allows our attendees to enjoy great entertainment, great food and meaningful fellowship.” Speakers at the summit include:
The Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice has approved the summit for 5.5 hours of continuing education. Guests can enjoy a special $154 per night room rate at the hotel, which includes a free shuttle to and from the airport. The summit, which is sponsored by Implant Recycling and Ring Ring Marketing, costs just $495 when you register before March 15. Visit https://charlottesummit.planningpod.com to learn more or email [email protected] for details. You can also call Parmalee at 732-746-0201. The post Cremation Innovations Summit to be Held in Charlotte, North Carolina appeared first on Connecting Directors. Cremation Innovations Summit to be Held in Charlotte, North Carolina published first on YouTube via Tumblr Cremation Innovations Summit to be Held in Charlotte, North Carolina West Des Moines, Iowa — Homesteaders Life Company, a national leader in pre-need funeral funding, recently announced the winners of its annual peer-nominated Homesteaders Heroes program. The awards recognize employees who demonstrate Homesteaders’ mission and make an impact on the success of the company and its funeral home customers. The award recipients were chosen based on nominations from fellow employees. “The nomination process for Homesteaders Heroes makes the awards particularly meaningful, because individuals are recognized by their colleagues from all over the company,” said Judy Ralston-Hansen, Executive VP-Human Resources. “We were thrilled to have 38 employees nominated this year for their outstanding contributions to the company.” Homesteaders Heroes award recipients were named in five categories: Rising Star Award: Sarah Loghry, Marketing Communications Specialist This award recognizes an employee who demonstrates eagerness to learn, commitment to Homesteaders and engagement with the company and peers early in his or her career. “Sarah’s work ethic proves she is dedicated to Homesteaders’ success,” noted one of her nominators. “Her listening skills, attention to detail and commitment to excellence result in delivering what is expected on time and with quality.” Innovation Award: Kyle Nodurft, Actuarial Modeling Specialist This award recognizes an employee for the successful implementation of a new or updated product, service or program that results in a measurable improvement in the company’s performance, processes or brand strength. “Kyle takes initiative and spearheads new projects. In the process, he has helped Homesteaders become a stronger company. His curiosity is something that we can use more of in the world,” mentioned one of his nominators. Outstanding Teamwork Award: Lucretia Oakes, Assistant Manager-Administrative Services This award recognizes an outstanding member of a project team who has demonstrated enthusiasm, cooperation, problem-solving skills, commitment to success and a consistently positive attitude. “Lucretia is always available when someone needs guidance or advice, and she always does it with a positive attitude,” described one of her nominators. “She always ensures quality, timely products and very actively seeks out what she needs to know to be an effective teammate.” Inspiring Leadership Award: Dan Lodermeier, VP-Field Sales This award recognizes an employee who has shown incredible leadership skills and can be described as inspiring, decisive and visionary, yet who is humble and willing to give credit to others. “Dan is an exceptional listener, coach, mentor and advocate for Homesteaders and his employees,” wrote one of his nominators. “He singlehandedly engineered the way our company builds relationships with our customers since he helped start our account executive program in 1992.” Enduring Impact Award: Tom Buckhouse, Technical Support Specialist This award recognizes an employee for a significant, long-term contribution or body of accomplishments to Homesteaders that make a lasting impact on the company’s success. “Tom’s positive attitude and ability to answer the needs of many departments is unmatched,” explained one of his nominators. “His character sets an example for others to follow and he is always willing to offer his talents, knowledge and expertise to make Homesteaders better and stronger.” The post 2018 Homesteaders Heroes Program Honors Outstanding Employees appeared first on Connecting Directors. 2018 Homesteaders Heroes Program Honors Outstanding Employees published first on YouTube via Tumblr 2018 Homesteaders Heroes Program Honors Outstanding Employees |
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