Creative Care

It's all too easy to get caught up in the often monotonous nature of our day to day—moving from one rote task to the next, only to rinse and repeat the next day. Weirdness, however, is an easily accessible antidote to these feelings of languishing. The quirky, eccentric, and peculiar can take us out of our normal habits of thought and perception, surprising us by breaking up our routines and reminding us that there's more to life than the everyday.

In this self-help journal, Dr. Joi Lewis offers a year of affirmations and restorative practices for radical healing. This book is a balm for those ailing parts we can’t reach alone. It is an open invitation to live freely and show up for a revolution that heals us. Because the revolution is not only for those out there, but for the body, mind, and spirit right here: it’s an inside job.

Dive into "The Potted Eden" and unearth the transformative power of container gardening, an enchanting realm where nature's splendor knows no bounds, and the constraints of space become a canvas for creativity. This comprehensive eBook unveils potent secrets, guiding you through the mystical dance of combining soil, plants, and pots to conjure luscious miniature landscapes and delectable edible havens, right at your fingertips. Venture through "The Potted Eden," and let each chapter serve as a stepping stone to cultivating your enchanted garden. Start with embracing the "Magic of Container ...

In this book, author Dr. Tom Cavanagh shares insights into the theories and thinking that are the foundation of his work. This work is dedicated to helping schools create a culture of care, based on restorative justice principles and practices and culturally appropriate relationships and interactions.

The Baptist Health Care Journey to Excellence presents tested principles and best practices to help improve your corporate culture and customer satisfaction, which will lead to loyalty, stability, sustained productivity, and profitability in your own organization.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Harmony," where the delicate equilibrium between parenting responsibilities and personal objectives is wonderfully explored. Get ready to redefine your perspective on work-life integration, balance, and inner peace. Are you juggling parenting and personal goals? Looking for transformative strategies that leave you feeling fulfilled and not frazzled? "Harmony" masterfully investigates these concepts, providing stimulating insights into managing time effectively and efficiently—without feeling overwhelmed. Chapter 1 sets the stage, introducing ...

While the War on Drugs may have sounded like a good idea at one time, the consequences have been catastrophic. From physicians persecuted for providing health care to their patients to parents grieving the loss of their children to overdose or prison - we've all become victims of this war. Our health, our families, our assets, our safety and our freedom are at risk: One in three adults in the U.S. now has a criminal record. In War on Us, Colleen Cowles raises the alarm and offers practical, proven reforms.

Bringing a dog home can make your family feel complete, but not everyone is ready to take on the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. It's why so many dogs end up in rescue centres. Adam Spivey is here to help. Over the last decade, he has built an amazing reputation for teaching families how to be safe and responsible with their pet at home, and has helped thousands of dogs overcome significant behavioural problems. This all-in-one book will give families the confidence and knowledge to properly train, take care of and establish a lasting bond with their well-behaved furry friends.

A Quick Guide to Relationship-Based Care outlines the basics of Relationship-Based Care®. This valuable resource is ideal for orientation of the entire workforce in organizations implementing Relationship-Based Care, or any form of patient-centered care. Written in easy-to-understand language, this book will help everyone in the organization understand how they can become part of something truly meaningful. This resource will be a game changer for all organizations implementing Relationship-Based Care.

This book explores what, arguably, everyone's grandmother always knew, that when passionate knitters become one with the craft, amazing things can happen. In Zen and the Art of Knitting, Bernadette Murphy explores how knitting fits into the larger scheme of life itself as meditation, creative expression, a gift to express love, a way to connect, and much, much more. "Zen and the Art of Knitting is crafted like a handmade sweater, with great texture and beauty and love. Bernadette Murphy knits together creativity, spirituality, and daily life, letting us see the rich and wondrous fabric that...

Everything you need to know to raise the perfect dog. Puppy training poses many challenges, yet the rewards and satisfaction will make it all worth your while. Molding the perfect four-legged friend, ensuring a proper education and enforcing good behaviors is an essential aspect you must consider even before welcoming your newest family member.

Health-care organizations cry out for a tool to decrease untoward events and bridge the communication gap between professional clinician teams and clients. Discover how to guide your team to creatively problem-solve, build emotional and social intelligence, increase workplace safety and employee retention, and guarantee client satisfaction with the results-don’t-lie Improv to Improve Healthcare system.

Humans herd. Parrots flock. Our abilities, tendencies, communication and languages start from opposite ends. In this essay I offer up the idea of building a bridge between two different thinkers. A way to meet in the middle to create a relationship based on mutual reasonable expectations. First things first, you better start thinking like a parrot.

Welcome to The Art of Seeing, a transformative eBook that will change the way you see the world around you. In a world that often feels chaotic and overwhelming, it's easy to lose sight of the beauty that surrounds us. The Art of Seeing helps you develop a new perspective, one that allows you to focus on the beauty, joy, and meaning that exists in your everyday life. The mind is a powerful tool, and this guidebook helps you harness that power to see the world through a new lens. The book is divided into 20 chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the art of seeing. In chapter one, ...

Are you expecting in the next few months? Does it seem like there’s more work required than time available? Are there too many decisions where the right answer isn’t clear? If so, you’re not alone. Simple Tips for Newborn Parenting is written by a professional in the field with multiple children and offers comprehensive information to answer every question you might have.

Life is tiring, but it's hard to stop hustling! Heather Nelson invites us to explore God's grace to us, discover the holiness of rest, and practice restorative rest in our lives.

Insightful, creative, and fun conversation starters for couples to deepen relationships and rekindle romance! Having pre-engagement jitters? Are you starting to wonder if your partner is the right person for you? Or do you simply want to get to know your partner more before going the extra mile? Relationship counsellor Rita Hayes created Conversation Starters for Couples to help couples build on the foundations of their love. Filled with insightful, creative, and fun questions that get to the heart of the matter, couples now have a tool to spark deeper conversations that will help the ...

When you need to analyze what is going on around you, sometimes, taking the thoughts out of your head, where they are all muddled, and scripting them onto a piece of good old fashioned paper, with a pen, can truly help you a) get those ideas visually in front of you b) clear your mind, because having it written down allows you the freedom to step away without worrying you are going to forget the most important elements necessary c) look at things objectively, once you have had some time and space away from the muddle d) keep of record of how you were feeling, what you were thinking, and how...

These are declarations of love. They are honest. They are simple. The poems vow to take the honouree and put them up on a pedestal. Nothing can really promise, like a poem of words on a piece of paper. It can be handwritten, it can be typed. As long as it's legible, it will be heard, and hopefully appreciated.These can be used to woo someone, if you can't find the words in your own mind. They can help direct you as to how you too can put your thoughts and ideas and plans on the line, by putting them out there to be heard. When confusion sets in, the pen to a paper is always an amazing ...

The US healthcare system desperately needs radical reform to rein in costs, reduce harm, expand access, and become customer centric...Imagine what real change in our healthcare system would mean for you, the economy, and our future. Real change requires disruptive innovation. As citizens, employers, entrepreneurs, healthcare workers, elected officials, and patients, it is time for us to drive the change. Authors Aaron Fausz and Terry Howell explain how we can disrupt, dismantle, and rebuild.