Awards

• Short-listed for BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2022

Overview

***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.

Full Product Details

Author:   Sarah Kuipers
Publisher:   Practical Inspiration Publishing
Imprint:   Practical Inspiration Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 14.00cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.366kg
ISBN:  

9781788602549

ISBN 10:   1788602544
Pages:   280
Publication Date:   25 May 2021
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction: 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

Reviews

This book is fantastic. It's easy to read and full of practical ideas to help people look after themselves and reduce stress. I think it is relevant for people in any profession, not just healthcare professionals, but especially those who spend a lot of time looking after other people (eg parents!) rather than themselves. I would recommend this to anyone. * Amazon * Superb book, well written and easy to follow steps to reduce stress. Targeted at healthcare professionals but relevant for everyone. * Amazon * Amazing stress management tips. Easy to follow steps to help reduce stress. I liked the fact it was targeted to Healthcare workers, but at the same time anyone could use it for help. A fantastic book I will be telling everyone about. Would love a physical copy to carry around with me for those stressful moments. * NetGalley * A remarkable pick up put down book whenever it is required. Although the tools and exercises stay in your mind and practicing them helps them become part of your self conscious - if there are times when you need that reminder the book is easy to self navigate and go straight to the part that applies to your vulnerability or thought process. It has certainly reminded me how the power of saying No is empowering! It gives you confidence! The examples Sarah has used in the book demonstrates what we can all achieve. A fantastic, supportive, and positive guide to a successful you in everyday living. Applicable to every profession. * Amazon * What an incredible book for a tired busy parent, so many useful techniques on addressing preventative burnout and ensuring you are providing from an ever flowing cup. Something I will refer to time and time again in the future to ensure I am keeping better balance in my life through these wonderfully thought out principles. Thank you Sarah for writing such a brilliant book! * Amazon * An absolute must for anyone working in stressful or emotionally challenging environments. Easy step by step guide to self-care. * Amazon * This may be the most practical, helpful, and organized book about self-care I have come across recently. Kuipers starts with identifying your beliefs and behaviors, teaches you why burnout prevention is important, and then guides you through different resources to build your self-care toolbox. She also encourages readers to keep a journal of their thoughts and progress, and every section includes prompts to deepen your growth with the section. I will be honest and say that I did not keep a journal, because therapist are sometimes the worst patients, and I still took away important reminders about burnout and tools that I want to incorporate. Despite the fact that I talk with my clients every session about taking care of themselves, it is easy to forget that I am a person in need of care also. This book reminded me that I can only work at my best when I take care of myself, and I think we could all use that reminder. If you are looking for specific tools to create your own self-care routine, this is a book for you! * NetGalley * 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 *

This book is fantastic. It's easy to read and full of practical ideas to help people look after themselves and reduce stress. I think it is relevant for people in any profession, not just healthcare professionals, but especially those who spend a lot of time looking after other people (eg parents!) rather than themselves. I would recommend this to anyone. * Amazon * Superb book, well written and easy to follow steps to reduce stress. Targeted at healthcare professionals but relevant for everyone. * Amazon * Amazing stress management tips. Easy to follow steps to help reduce stress. I liked the fact it was targeted to Healthcare workers, but at the same time anyone could use it for help. A fantastic book I will be telling everyone about. Would love a physical copy to carry around with me for those stressful moments. * NetGalley * A remarkable pick up put down book whenever it is required. Although the tools and exercises stay in your mind and practicing them helps them become part of your self conscious - if there are times when you need that reminder the book is easy to self navigate and go straight to the part that applies to your vulnerability or thought process. It has certainly reminded me how the power of saying No is empowering! It gives you confidence! The examples Sarah has used in the book demonstrates what we can all achieve. A fantastic, supportive, and positive guide to a successful you in everyday living. Applicable to every profession. * Amazon * I would highly recommend this book to anyone seeking support for their own wellbeing who may benefit from utilising a defined framework * British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing * This book reminds us of our daily needs - to create time for being rather than doing, to counteract the fast pace of life, to nurture ourselves with stillness and connect with our inner intuition. Her attention to mind, body and soul should be attractive to all holistic practitioners * Journal of Holistic Healthcare * This empowering self-help book provides healthcare professionals and caregivers with a rich toolkit of knowledge, tasks, and resources to help take their self-care and wellbeing into their own hands and create a balanced and nourishing life * The Psychologist * An 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 *

This book is fantastic. It's easy to read and full of practical ideas to help people look after themselves and reduce stress. I think it is relevant for people in any profession, not just healthcare professionals, but especially those who spend a lot of time looking after other people (eg parents!) rather than themselves. I would recommend this to anyone. * Amazon * Superb book, well written and easy to follow steps to reduce stress. Targeted at healthcare professionals but relevant for everyone. * Amazon * What an incredible book for a tired busy parent, so many useful techniques on addressing preventative burnout and ensuring you are providing from an ever flowing cup. Something I will refer to time and time again in the future to ensure I am keeping better balance in my life through these wonderfully thought out principles. Thank you Sarah for writing such a brilliant book! * Amazon * An absolute must for anyone working in stressful or emotionally challenging environments. Easy step by step guide to self-care. * Amazon * This may be the most practical, helpful, and organized book about self-care I have come across recently. Kuipers starts with identifying your beliefs and behaviors, teaches you why burnout prevention is important, and then guides you through different resources to build your self-care toolbox. She also encourages readers to keep a journal of their thoughts and progress, and every section includes prompts to deepen your growth with the section. I will be honest and say that I did not keep a journal, because therapist are sometimes the worst patients, and I still took away important reminders about burnout and tools that I want to incorporate. Despite the fact that I talk with my clients every session about taking care of themselves, it is easy to forget that I am a person in need of care also. This book reminded me that I can only work at my best when I take care of myself, and I think we could all use that reminder. If you are looking for specific tools to create your own self-care routine, this is a book for you! * NetGalley *

This book is fantastic. It's easy to read and full of practical ideas to help people look after themselves and reduce stress. I think it is relevant for people in any profession, not just healthcare professionals, but especially those who spend a lot of time looking after other people (eg parents!) rather than themselves. I would recommend this to anyone. * Amazon * Superb book, well written and easy to follow steps to reduce stress. Targeted at healthcare professionals but relevant for everyone. * Amazon * Amazing stress management tips. Easy to follow steps to help reduce stress. I liked the fact it was targeted to Healthcare workers, but at the same time anyone could use it for help. A fantastic book I will be telling everyone about. Would love a physical copy to carry around with me for those stressful moments. * NetGalley * What an incredible book for a tired busy parent, so many useful techniques on addressing preventative burnout and ensuring you are providing from an ever flowing cup. Something I will refer to time and time again in the future to ensure I am keeping better balance in my life through these wonderfully thought out principles. Thank you Sarah for writing such a brilliant book! * Amazon * An absolute must for anyone working in stressful or emotionally challenging environments. Easy step by step guide to self-care. * Amazon * This may be the most practical, helpful, and organized book about self-care I have come across recently. Kuipers starts with identifying your beliefs and behaviors, teaches you why burnout prevention is important, and then guides you through different resources to build your self-care toolbox. She also encourages readers to keep a journal of their thoughts and progress, and every section includes prompts to deepen your growth with the section. I will be honest and say that I did not keep a journal, because therapist are sometimes the worst patients, and I still took away important reminders about burnout and tools that I want to incorporate. Despite the fact that I talk with my clients every session about taking care of themselves, it is easy to forget that I am a person in need of care also. This book reminded me that I can only work at my best when I take care of myself, and I think we could all use that reminder. If you are looking for specific tools to create your own self-care routine, this is a book for you! * NetGalley * 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 *

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Sarah Kuipers worked with clients for over 20 years, primarily as a hypnotherapist and life coach, while bringing up three boys as a single mother before experiencing burnout. Since completing a Masters Research Study on stress, she has facilitated numerous courses on stress management and personal development for medical students.

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