Endometriosis

quatrio@gmail.com (Ron Clark) — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:09:31 GMT

Just because you can't see it, doesn't mean it doesn't exist"

F irstly, I want to start with why we're talking about endometriosis. March is endometriosis month.

I was invited a few weeks ago by gynpoint, a well established women's health clinic based in Zürich and Horgen. I was asked if I would like to be involved in a project to highlight the impact of women's lives due to the endometriosis disease. This meant photographing a number of women over one weekend. The shooting involves taking a series of scenario based portraits to highlight each woman's endometriosis story. Without giving it a second thought I was onboard, however I will say, I still did not know what endometriosis was. Sure, I know the word, but had no idea about the condition.

So the date was set and I was told that there would be about 30 women turning up over the course of 2 days.

My first reaction was, "Wow, 30, ok, then this is going to take some planning".

gynpoint organised everything, from portfolios describing each woman's story, scheduled appointment time, the location, even the drinks and sandwiches, because it was at least a 6 to 8 hour shoot each day.

I have to say, this shooting gave me more insight regarding the condition of endometriosis, then I could have learned researching this online. Each woman portrayed their story in front of my camera. The stomach pain, back pain, frustration, seemingly endless appointments for proper diagnosis, the bills for hospital and health insurance, not to mention all the medication, physical and mental stress, numerous operational procedures and their scars.

It was an eye opening experience for me, however I was in full admiration. These women were brave enough to expose their bodies and mental anguish in order to bring awareness to others.

These women also wanted to show an inspirational and positive aspect too. Although infertility can be as high as to 30–50%, some women brought their babies and children to the shooting. It doesn't mean your life is on hold. Others brought their partners and the fantastic support they receive. Others wanted to show their fighting spirit, hobbies, pets and sports that they have as an outlet. That they live normal lives and will not be beaten. 1 in 10 women suffer endometriosis.

I hope you find these women as inspiring as I do.

Endometriosis needs to be talked about. One overriding message that these women wanted to get across is that:

"Together we are stronger, you are not alone".

gynpoint is a women's health clinic and Melanie Vogt is the endometriosis care nurse and the contact point for enquiries.

They are there to assist and support you and provide the advice you may be looking for.

See the link on the front page or visit https://www.gynpoint.ch/en/

Additionally, you can find the project here: https://www.loveletterstomyuterus.ch

- Ron

A big Thank You to our

Endo warriors:

Amina Sabrina

An ita Monia

Barbara R Stephanie

Catia Kinga

Romina Sandr a

Barbara T Jana

Sally Angelina

Silke Jessica

Yasmin Jasmin

Ramona Nadj a

Anne-Marie Tatiana

Bianca Severine

Shulamit Maria

Alexandra

and of course

Melanie & Alina

Profile Photos

quatrio@gmail.com (Ron Clark) — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 18:09:09 GMT

"You only get one chance to make a first impression"

O ne of the ways you can make a first impression is by having a great profile photo.

The first thing the interviewer sees is your CV. That's even before you've been invited for an interview. Is your profile photo on your CV?

If it's not, then perhaps the interviewer will look you up and check to see if you have a LinkedIn profile. Oh!, yes, they will do that.

So, when was the last time you updated your Linkedin photo? I'm already guessing 5, maybe 10+ years ago.

You're so proud of how you looked back then, perhaps you still feel that young, but you're living in the past because that is not the reality.

In any case, just look at quality of that photo, it's terrible. What does that profile photo say about you?

The example above is of Christine. She booked me for a photo session as she was looking for a new job. She understood the importance of having a good quality profile photo, with which she could promote herself.

I remember her telling me not long after she started her new job, that the company knew she was serious about applying for the job, because she had made the effort to present her CV with a professional photo.

- It's a small effort, but the results can be big.

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Endometriosis

Just because you can't see it, doesn't mean it doesn't exist"

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Profile Photos

"You only get one chance to make a first impression"

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