The Delicate Balance: A Mindful Approach for Professional and Family Caregivers, a book by Phyllis Quinlan, registered nurse and international author, was released on April 1. This poignant work is intended to help professional and family caregivers that are suffering under the weight of caring too much at the expense of their own health and well-being.
“Caring is the act of turning compassion into action. Caregivers are amazing and generous people who often develop the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue as a cost of prolonged caring for others in physical or emotional need. Compassion fatigue is the erosion of a caring nature. It can be the consequence of over-exposure to patients, clients or family members with chronic conditions,” says Quinlan.
Using the ancient wisdom offered by the Tao Te Ching to inspire and provide guidance, readers of this book will receive insights on the signs, symptoms and risk factors of the toxic effects of caring too much. This guidance provides readers with the steps to take in order to re-establish perspective and maintain the balance necessary to stay whole, healthy and intact while caring for others.
With more than 30 years of experience, Quinlan understands the nature of caregiving and what is required to preserve the health and well-being of individuals in this position.
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