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Book Synopsis***BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2022 SHORTLISTED TITLE***
“I cannot recommend this book highly enough.” – Dr. Sarah Eagger, consultant psychiatrist
Give yourself the kind of care you give others and create a personalized toolkit of simple and effective strategies to master stress and revitalise your life.
Whether you are a health or care professional, informal caregiver, therapist, or simply a people-pleaser who ignores their own needs, Sarah Kuipers invites you to take a fresh approach to stress by helping you unearth the roots of poor self-care, and guiding you step by step to create a life that nurtures you, emotionally, physically and spiritually.
Only when you thrive can you give of your best to the world each day.
Discover 7 powerful principles that will help you:
- Create supportive beliefs around your own worth
- Gain a greater understanding of your risk factors
- Transform your thoughts and emotions
- Calm your anxiety
- Become more assertive
- Replenish your energy
- Nourish your spirit
“This brilliant book… should be required reading for all caring professionals.” - Dr. Jane Buckle, former nurse and lecturer for healthcare professionals
SARAH KUIPERS ran a successful practice for over 20 years as a single mother, before burning out. Since completing a Masters in Research on stress and burnout she has facilitated numerous courses in personal development and stress management for medical students.
Trade ReviewAn absolute must for anyone working in stressful or emotionally challenging environments. Easy step by step guide to self-care.
* Amazon *
An excellent resource for those who find themselves in a caregiver role whether it is a part of their employment or a personal situation. In order to provide care for another one must take care of themselves which is something so many people forget. Burnout and moral distress are very real and can have dramatic and traumatic impact on caregivers, learning how to avoid and treat these problems is critical. I think this book would be a good book for all entering the healthcare field.
* NetGalley *
As a counsellor, hypnotherapist and psychotherapist myself, many of the recommended resources are familiar to me yet there is something about the clear framework and spirit of this book, the way it is presented that motivates me to further transformative action. I already find I have personally benefited from reading and applying this book.
The author regularly honours the importance of reaching out for the professional services of a counsellor/psychotherapist too when necessary. I believe it is an excellent book for counsellors to recommend to their clients as well as for their own personal benefit.
* Amazon *
Table of ContentsIntroduction: My Life Path
How to Use This Book
PART I: LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS
Introduction: Developing Greater Awareness
STEP ONE: CREATING SUPPORTIVE BELIEFS AND BEHAVIOURS
Introduction: The Legacy of the Past
Identifying Unhelpful Behaviour Patterns
Creating New, Empowering Beliefs
Releasing Your Self-Care Saboteurs
STEP TWO: MONITORING YOUR STRESS AND WELLBEING
Introduction: How Close are you to the Critical Zone?
Assessing Your Wellbeing
Stress: Recognizing the Warning Signs
Burnout: How to Spot the Tell-Tale Signs
What are Your Risk Factors?
PART II: CHERRY-PICKING YOUR TOOLBOX
Introduction: Discovering Your Unique Path
STEP THREE: TRANSFORMING YOUR THOUGHTS AND EMOTIONS
Introduction: Letting go of the Burning Coal
Expressive Writing
The Gift of Gratitude
Choosing Your Questions
Reaching Out for Help: a Sign of Courage
STEP FOUR: CALMING YOUR ANXIETY
Introduction: Creating Calm in the Eye of a Storm
Conscious Breathing
Remembering the Magical Moments
Grounding: Connecting to the Earth
STEP FIVE: ASSERTIVENESS: STEPPING INTO YOUR POWER
Introduction: Setting Clear Boundaries
Learning to Say No
Developing Skills in Assertiveness
Becoming the Architect of Your Life
Enrolling Support at Home
STEP SIX: REPLENISHING YOUR ENERGY
Introduction: What Fuels Your Fire?
Family, Friends and Fun
The Joy of Exercise and Time in Nature
Music and Creativity
STEP SEVEN: NOURISH YOUR SPIRIT
Introduction: Daily Centering Practice
Mindfulness and Meditation
Yoga, Qi Gong and Tai Chi
List of Resources
List of References
Bibliography
