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by Rashani Rea & Kathy Douglas
Those who companion suffering daily, such as hospice nurses and volunteers, will surely appreciate this beautiful work. With 62 original art collages by Rashani Réa, five beautiful chapters by Kathy Douglas, and a foreword by Jean Watson, this exquisite book is a peaceful refuge for contemplation, inquiry, reflection and inspiration for those who traverse the joys and sorrows of nursing.
Kathy Douglas, RN, MPH-HA is a nationally recognized nurse leader, filmmaker and entrepreneur.
Rashani Réa is a prolific artist and musician, a creatrice of sanctuaries and a respected spiritual mentor.
“This is a beloved book and beyond a book. It is an evocative, poetic, ecstatic, and inspirited sacred, experiential calling. A calling to you--YES, YOU.”
— Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Living Legend (AAN)
“Those who companion suffering daily need to turn inward to metabolize what they have witnessed. This exquisite book, filled with beautiful images and poetic wise words, is the inspiration and support needed to grow a wise heart.”
— Frank Ostaseski, founder and director of the Metta Institute and author of The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully
“In this unique time of the COVID-19 pandemic, this book should be considered a tribute to the tremendous courage being displayed by nurses around the world. There is much wisdom conveyed throughout by those who have been there serving others with such grace.”
— Greg Schneider President, HVA, co-author of The Changing Face of Hospice Volunteering in Hospice and Palliative Care
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Best wishes.
Welcome to the HCF. The best thing to do is just support your brother-in-law in any way you can without explicitly telling him your there to help -- if he seems to want to do it himself. As time goes on, your presence will open him up. Patiently waiting for those moments can be hard as you watch your sister dying.
I don't know what your sister's current condition is but is she is still able to talk to you, encouraging her to express her needs and wishes (not specifically directed at trying to convince her husband to be more cooperative with you and others and let them help). If you have sister-to-sister conversations that he may be within earshot of, he will see the benefit of your support and get a better understanding of your sister's needs and how best to support her with you.
Assist in the care a day at a time...without expectation...letting your heart guide you, can work miracles.
Keep us posted on your journey...there are many here to help guide you.
Many blessings to you and your family,
Greg Schneider
President, HVA
HCF Creator