Some of these things, stay with me for a while, and some impact on my practise, and on my very being.
I have shared with learned colleagues this week, the "small stuff" with the most "powerful punch", and how that challenges others.
How small droplets of attitude change- can become down pours of happiness and compassion.
From as early as I can remember - Kindness, Care, and Compassion where words that I felt I could be part of.
From as early as I can remember - Kindness, Care, and Compassion where words that I felt I could be part of.
They were of the very essence of what I wanted to achieve in my working journey.
How my working journey, actually defined who I am, and what I stand for, of how I want to be.
It is me, if I were a cake, and you took a slice, I would hope that you would see that for yourselves.
If we look at some of the words to define Compassion- it encompasses care, concern, benevolence- I want to share my definition.
To offer, time, care, understanding.
To be alongside someone on a journey, of the twists and turns that road may take
To provide a space, to be, to explore feelings, both positive and at times destructive- and to support that.
To celebrate the good, to acknowledge the tough stuff.
Others who go to work, do their tasks, and then leave at the end of the day- they struggle to appreciate or understand someone who - to some degree is always working, sharing skills, talking about their vocation, and it is just that a vocation, a way of life for me, its what I feel I am here for.
We all have experiences, that shape who we are, how we react, how we behave, so its really up to us to chose how this effects us as human beings- how we pass on the baton.
You may wonder - what does that have to do with Engaging Souls......
If we look at some of the words to define Compassion- it encompasses care, concern, benevolence- I want to share my definition.
To offer, time, care, understanding.
To be alongside someone on a journey, of the twists and turns that road may take
To provide a space, to be, to explore feelings, both positive and at times destructive- and to support that.
To celebrate the good, to acknowledge the tough stuff.
Others who go to work, do their tasks, and then leave at the end of the day- they struggle to appreciate or understand someone who - to some degree is always working, sharing skills, talking about their vocation, and it is just that a vocation, a way of life for me, its what I feel I am here for.
We all have experiences, that shape who we are, how we react, how we behave, so its really up to us to chose how this effects us as human beings- how we pass on the baton.
You may wonder - what does that have to do with Engaging Souls......
My soul has been filled with wonder, care, love, warmth and moments of laughter and light- but equally with trauma, sadness and darkness over time- but I choose to use all these elements to teach and to share- sometimes it is exhausting- but also excelerating.
I also want to acknowledge how difficult life can be.
This week I found my voice.
I was able to lead my very first- Engaging Souls Teaching Session- I call it this because I had hoped that it would have this effect- I was fortunate to meet a cohort of student nurses- over 60 of them!
I was unsure of how they would respond to my style of teaching, and sharing of experience and skills.
I spoke about a subject that has great meaning for me- it shapes me and underpins the type of Healthcare Practitioner I strive to be.
Specialised Play- the impact on the child.
How we as HCP's can shape a hospital experience.
What can we do to support preparation of the hospital experience.
Specialised distraction techniques that we can.
The buzz in the room was electrifying.
The students were engaged and showed amazing skills- we talked and discussed hospital experiences, and together shared skills.
They also came along for the creative ride with energy and drive- and showed great respect and care for each other.
Feedback is so important for the trainer- Thank you.
An Engaged Soul HCP.
As HCP's sometimes we loose that essence ........ I am just trying to help and support us to find it, and for it to shape healthcare for children and families.
I talk about the Patient Experience all the time, about listening, about opportunities to seek feedback, and how this can in time change processes.
I feel very proud to have met the students this week, I thank them for their time and enthusiasm, their honesty and their engagement.
I feel empowered by the support of my managers- to deliver in the way that I do and for the opportunity to share.
Engaged Soul HCP's Feedback.
Just take a moment - look at the expression on the face of the next generation of HCP's, of how we can evoke those emotions, and how the "small stuff" packs the punch, effects change, and impacts on the experience for our patients.
Sian Spencer-Little.
Specialised Play and Activities Practitioner.
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