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Change … It’s All Around Us
It is an honor to be writing to you for the first time as Chair of the Board of Directors. My hope is that you have not become weary of references to “change”, everywhere and in every medium. I think change is like the weather; everyone talks about it, but no one can do anything about it… except adapt.
As a native, I grew up hearing: “Welcome to New England. If you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes, it’ll change.” It’s not really true but occasionally, the swing in temperature and precipitation, in short time spans, made it seem so.
And so it may seem when looking at the international, national or even local news. Everything is in flux, so that even the speed at which the world turns appears to accelerate. Technology makes it possible for us to receive reports from remote locations all over the globe in the blink of a computer screen. If I choose, I can have a hands-free telephone conversation while driving, at the speed limit, down the interstate. In a day, we receive so many sensory inputs that it is small wonder we have not all been driven to distraction.
That is why what we do as massage therapists and bodyworkers is so important. Sometimes, just the respite a warm, quiet, safe treatment room provides from all life’s “static” is therapy enough. The hands-on work or intentionally focused energy manipulation become value-added. I feel fortunate to be able to enjoy the built-in benefit of laboring in such an environment. Though my client/patient is at the center of the work, I usually end up feeling better after the session than I did when it began. Some call that a blessing.
That is also, a little bit, how I feel about my volunteer service with NCBTMB. The changes in our profession – the greater demand for our services, the explosion of educational venues, the evolution of “new” techniques, the charged political landscape, the apparent instability of our collective financial futures – all seemingly coming at once, could be grave cause for concern.
Then I remember that, at the center of my work, there are more than 91,000 nationally certified practitioners bringing calm, comfort, relief from pain and stress, and overall wellness to their clients, every day. That I am privileged to represent you, I call a blessing.
In the coming months, the changes that have been taking place in our organization, in personnel and programs, will decidedly demonstrate our ability to adapt. We have new leadership on both the volunteer and staff side that shares a dedication to bringing added value to the prestige of holding our credential. To assist us in this, I ask that you do not hesitate to contact us – by telephone, email or snail-mail – if you have a concern or question or wish to share an idea. We will also be using survey tools to solicit your input about how we might better serve you.
Communication is key and we are committed to improving our efforts internally and externally. Listening actively, understanding thoroughly and speaking clearly are our goals and you should expect nothing less. After all, “Certification and Excellence go hand in hand.” My fondest wish is that you be well, live in peace and stay in touch.
Neal Delaporta
Chair, NCBTMB
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