OT Miri! I have never once posted a comment on KZfaq, but I just needed to post a comment and thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your videos! I passed my exam last week on the first try, and I wanted to let you know what a huge part you played in my success. Each one of your videos are incredibly helpful, organized, thoughtful, humorous, and clever. You made difficult information approachable and even fun and I am so thankful that you share your talents with the world because they have made such a huge impact on my NBCOT success as well as many others! Not only did your materials prepare me for much of the content on the exam, but you also helped me "think like an OT" on the exam which increased my confidence while I was taking it. I also want to thank you for your calmness and encouragement that you exude in your videos! Often times when I was stressed out studying other materials, I would come back to your videos which always lowered my stress. Whenever people ask me study tips for the NBCOT exam, you are ALWAYS a resource that I strongly encourage people to check out! Thank you again for sharing your knowledge and for putting yourself out there online! You make a huge difference in people's lives every single day, and I am so glad that I was privileged enough to have you be a virtual part of my OT journey. So thank you, thank you, thank you, OT Miri! You are wonderful!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
What a sweet, heartfelt and encouraging message. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and generous feedback. Preparing for the NBCOT journey was one of the most discouraging, isolating and lonely journeys I've ever undertaken in my life. It was also very expensive and I spent a lot more money than I was able to afford at the time. Every resource had a price tag on it and I wasn't able to find solace anywhere. So I promised myself that I would do my best to share everything I learned along the way if I passed the exam, free of charge. Today, the greatest gift anyone can give me is the testimony of their success as they share this meaningful OT journey with me. Every time I get a message of someone in our community passing the board exam, I get the greatest high and this enthusiasm and pure excitement never gets old. So thank you for coming back here and taking a moment to share your appreciation and love. It means everything to me.
@jklov85905 жыл бұрын
Hello Ot Miri, I passed my NBCOT exam on my first attempt with a 507 despite physical health issues that resulted in me being sick for 2.5 weeks before my scheduled test date and eventually in the hospital on Christmas Eve. I refused to push my test back because I was not going to prolong this awful process even if it meant I failed my first attempt. I took the exam January 9th and I truly believe you are the reason I passed. Thank you so much for not only your knowledge, but also, courage.
@paulfletcher20385 жыл бұрын
I passed the NBCOT last week! Thank you for providing such great content! You were my inspiration when I doubted myself.
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, Paul! I'm so happy to hear this wonderful news and am grateful to know that I was able to play a role, even if it may be small, in your journey to success. Thank you for having shared your journey with me. I hope you will continue to be surrounded with people and opportunities that provide you with the support and inspiration you need to thrive as you begin this new chapter as an OT Practitioner!
@nikkistahr71055 жыл бұрын
Miri, i want to thank you..whether you know it or not you have been with me for 4 months, while cooking, driving, at work etc.. I heard your voice everywhere lol even my husband knows you! I have thanked you multiple times on many other videos but today i come bearing good news. I found out i passed my OTR boards today on my first attempt. I prayed, i cried, i studied and repeated that for 4 months..i realized in the process how powerful my tongue was so in the last weeks leading up i started to speak life, victory, and goodness into my life. I left the prometrix center in tears (ugly snotty cry) and looked like road kill trying to pick up its guts before another suv comes by.. I had to wait 2 weeks and spent thanksgiving as a beautiful corpse, pretty on the outside but inside not so much going on (my husband had to check for a pulse at times lol). My positivity was shot and in the final hour i realized that either way things went it would be a absolute blessing (I started focusing on how far i had come, as a tech, then a cota, finishing grad school and now having the opportunity to even sit for my otr boards. I woke up at 4am this morning and prayed for hours but most of all i watched my favorite movie the secret..by 8am..i was logged in..by 802am i was in full blown tears in disbelief, i passed! Thank you so much, im crying as i write this!!😢😭..im just so happy. I also wanted to congratulate you on your pregnancy. Would you consider getting a p.o box for your subscribers, a virtual baby shower would be so neat. I am already thinking about what you may need..would love to support you on this journey. You look beautiful gurrrl, enjoy your blessing! Xoxo Nikki
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
awww Nikki... this message made me tear up. Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. I remember all your comments and our interaction in the last 3 months. We talked about the power of the spoken word and I’m so happy to know that you were speaking life and victory into your life leading up to the exam. I hope this act of positive affirmations becomes a part of your daily routine and I will also try my best to practice this in my own life with you. But more importantly, CONGRATULATIONS!! YOU PASSED NIKKI! From being a tech, to COTA to OTR, you’ve certainly reached many milestones and have been equipped with experiences at all different levels to bring great perspectives and life experiences. Your clients and families you serve will be so blessed to have you care for them. You have such a big heart and one that desires to advocate. I sensed that from the first comment you made when you suggested that I charge a small fee for my videos :) With your big heart of compassion, empathy and passion, you are going to move the mountains and I’d love to meet you one day at an AOTA conference or some other OT related event. As for an online virtual baby shower, that sounds amazing. I never thought about it and honestly, the greatest gifts you all can give me is the attainment of your success and happiness as you walk this journey with me. But if you’d like to send a card or a small gesture, my mailing address is: 65 Pine Avenue Suite 874 Long Beach, CA 90802. Thank you so much for that thoughtful gesture!
@Mstashast5 жыл бұрын
We Miss You !!!! Love your Pregnancy Picture !!! Thank You so much!!!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend! I miss being here too and can't wait to come back!!
@bfunk05 жыл бұрын
Miri! You are the best and sweetest. I passed the NBCOT and your videos helped me grasp the fundamental aspects without getting lost in the details. Just wanted to stop by to say thank you!! And hope your pregnancy is going well.
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
My sincerest congratulations to you!! Thank you for thinking of me and coming back here to share this great news. Wow, what a great way to kick off the weekend! I hope you'll celebrate, rest and celebrate some more because you certainly deserve it! I wish you nothing but the best as you embark on this new chapter of your life and hope you will continue to stay engaged here in our community. I'm so excited for you, my friend! Thank you for your love and well wishes~ I'll be sharing photos of my baby soon!!
@Erfnurgen5 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say thank you for your videos. I passed the NBCOT first try a few months ago and your style of teaching throughout your videos helped me recall a lot of useful information that helped me pass. Thank you!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on passing the NBCOT exam! I'm so happy to hear you found my resources helpful and I'm grateful for our shared OT journey. I wish you only the best as you transition to practice and hope you are met with opportunities that lead you to even greater success and happiness!
@misschanhauying Жыл бұрын
As a person suffering from wrist pain, I would like to thank you for the concise and easy to understand introduction of this common syndrome.
@MiriLee Жыл бұрын
You and me both! I hope you find relief or strategies to help manage your wrist pain. If you find strategies or modifications that have helped you, pls do share with me!
@sassylily035 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Miri for all the hard work you put in to teach us a different way to approach the material. The visuals you use were very helpful as I am a visual learner. I recently passed my exam and I can honestly say you contributed to it. Thank you again. Wish you all the best with this new journey of yours-parenthood.
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Lily! Messages like yours really bring me back to the heart of why I even started making these videos and reminds me that my work, passion and efforts are not in vain! Thank you for your love, support and kind feedback. I wish you nothing but the best as you begin your new role as an OT practitioner and hope you will continue to feel supported here in our community. Please stay in touch! Love, Miri
@twhitney1013 жыл бұрын
Your pregnancy pictures are stunning!!! ❤️ Also thanks so much for all your reviews!
@MiriLee3 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you Tyler! I'm happy to know you're enjoying these resources. Thank you for studying with me!
@davesaenz37325 жыл бұрын
Wow Miri, you're back. We really missed you. ☺
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
awww, Dave! I miss you too!!
@leahallan42605 жыл бұрын
Hello OT Miri! Today I found out that I passed the NBCOT exam!! Throughout my studying, I always looked forward to the day I'd get to come back and thank you for everything that you shared here! I watched all of your topic videos at least twice and feel that the studying I gained from them was instrumental in my passing! The way you explained the content fit so well with my unique learning style and was the perfect way to make the studying a bit more fun! Thank you for being a ray of light and encouragement throughout the journey to the NBCOT and for being such an incredible resource for this OT community. I was so grateful to have such a fun study buddy in you through the videos :) Hope you and your cute little family are doing well! All the best to you. Thanks for everything!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
awww Leah! This message brings me so much joy and warmth! Congratulations and thank you for coming back here to share this wonderful news! It's amazing to me that two strangers can come together from hundreds (or thousands) of miles apart to share in this meaningful journey towards success and find encouragement, inspiration and friendship. I hope you'll continue to stay connected and feel supported throughout your OT career. I hope to meet you one day to celebrate this accomplishment in person. Until then, savor every moment and enjoy what I know will be an extraordinary new chapter!
@leahallan42605 жыл бұрын
@@MiriLee That would be wonderful! I feel that you are a bit of a celebrity in the OT world! Thank you for your support and encouragement! :)
@j0yt0tothew0rld5 жыл бұрын
Hi Miri! I hope you're doing better, and sleeping better! I feel your pain of not being able to sleep soundly to a certain degree.. except I think mine came from mental stress. Anyways, like I've learned from all my studies, there's ways to manage any ailments we have, and I am making sure to do all I can to take care of myself. :) I just wanted to say I've been watching all your videos, and just wanted take a moment to express that I appreciate your dedication to helping out OT/OTA students. I love that you put so many visuals and pictures in your videos; they really help me remember and understand the content. Today is my last day before exam day, and I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you. All the best :)
@j0yt0tothew0rld5 жыл бұрын
Just found out today that I passed! Sooo happy! Thank you Miri.. your videos helped me so much!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Hiiiii Joy!! Oh, I do wish I could have seen your message sooner because this wonderful, kind message and exciting news would have certainly allowed me to sleep better at night- carpal tunnel or not! Thank you so much my friend for coming back here to not only express your appreciation, but to offer your sweet words of support and feedback. I started this KZfaq channel with no desire or expectation other than to help other students and new grads navigate the challenging transition post graduation and promised myself that if I passed the board exam, I would do everything I can to share everything I learned so others wouldn't have to go through a dark period like I did. So imagine my joy when I receive messages like this!! My heart is full! Congratulations, Joy! I hope this next new chapter brings you even greater successes, joy and fulfillment!
@williamg.6865 жыл бұрын
Wanted to say thank you for your videos I passed my exam last week!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, Will! It's been a week since you've received the news, but I'm sure you're still enjoying the high that comes from knowing that you just reached a major milestone! Thank you for sharing this news with me so that I may celebrate with you in spirit. I'm 38 weeks into my pregnancy now and each time I receive the news of our community members passing the exam, I can feel my baby doing the somersaults!! Happy endorphins : ) Congratulations again, Will!
@williamg.6865 жыл бұрын
@@MiriLee congratulations on your new journey with family
@raulduke32375 жыл бұрын
I studied with OT miri's videos the last two month's before taking my exam AND I PASSED ! I paid attention in school, and knew my stuff, but have Miri remind me of things and reference topics was a great help ! Maybe i can buy a drink downtime 😙😚😍😘😗
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, Raul! So happy to know you passed the exam and I would love the opportunity to share a drink of celebration with you one day! Let me know if you plan on attending any of they AOTA conferences in the near future!
@joshuasebastian53875 жыл бұрын
thank you Miri, your videos have always helped me. I'm a Med student btw ;)
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Hi Joshua! I'm so happy to hear that. Thank you for studying with me!
@SS-kb7ch4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much making these videos! This really helped me!
@MiriLee4 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome!
@imlucky2u5 жыл бұрын
Hello! I was wondering if you have an OT podcast? I am currently an OT student and have been searching for OT podcast but I noticed there are not many! I have enjoyed watching your videos!!
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Hey there! I currently do not have a podcast but it's something I may consider in the future. I'm happy to know you're enjoying my resources! Thank you for being a part of this community and sharing your OT journey with me.
@abigailharpe49714 жыл бұрын
Miri would be a wonderful podcast maker! In the meantime, I have really benefited from the OT Exam Prepper podcast as I'm studying for boards.
@allthingsamberb45165 жыл бұрын
Miri, you look beautiful!! I too used splinting for symptoms of CTS when pregnant...seemed to help some.
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
aww thank you, Amber!! CTS went away post birth for the most part, but I still have residual wrist pain here and there... it's probably from changing so many diapers hehe
@elisac1315 жыл бұрын
Hi! I'm currently in school for and going into clinicals starting January! I was wondering if you can do a video on books you suggest to study for the NBCOT as well as are there any from grad school and maybe on how clinicals was and maybe even after you find out you passed the exam?! Videos on
@MiriLee5 жыл бұрын
Hi Elisa! It's great that you're seeking support and resources in preparation for the NBCOT exam and clinical work. If you haven't already, please check out my NBCOT Essential Guide on my website. It contains all the materials, resources and strategies I used to pass the exam along with success stories and experiences of other recent candidates who successfully passed the exam: www.otmiri.com/nbcot-exam-essentials/ As for books and additional resources, check out this list I put together in my blog article. Although it was written for the acute care setting, I list some of my favorite reference books that come highly recommended by many fellow OT friends and colleagues across all different settings: www.otmiri.com/occupational-therapy-acute-care-is-acute-care-right-for-you/#1517860195776-e9ba8791-427a
@elisac1315 жыл бұрын
thank you so much! love your channel, on my last term and your videos help clarify certain concepts.