As you know, an analogy is a comparison between two things that have something in common but are otherwise dissimilar.  One of the most common analogies in medicine is the comparison of the heart to a pump.  My favorite analogy has nothing to do with medicine, law, or legal nurse consulting.  Instead, it involves a refrigerator, a stove, and a budget meeting, but I think it will show you the power of using analogies. Read More.