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Communication: What to do in a crisis
In the second article of a three-part series, health coach Mandy Day-Calder explains how a structured approach to communicating in a crisis can help avoid errors
25 Jan 2018
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Communication: Assert yourself, in a good way
With resources stretched to the limit, good communication is more important than ever to ensure safe and effective care. In the first of a three-part series, Mandy Day-Calder looks at how to develop an assertive style
16 Jan 2018
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How to stay focused on your goals in 2018
It is common as the year goes on to lose sight of the aims you set yourself in January. But however difficult the circumstances it is possible to keep moving forward
09 Jan 2018
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Paths to positive change: believing you deserve what you want
Valuing yourself is a vital ingredient of self-esteem but developing self-compassion can take time. Health coach Mandy Day-Calder offers advice on how to be as committed to yourself as you are to your patients
02 Jan 2018
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Paths to positive change in your career – and life
Success means different things to different people. Working out what it means to you is the first step to making 2018 a great year for your career, says health coach Mandy Day-Calder
17 Dec 2017
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Why feeling grateful is good for your health
The last thing you may feel at the end of a hard day at work is grateful for the good things in life. But nurturing an attitude of gratefulness can help you cope with daily stress
28 Nov 2017
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Strategies to boost your emotional resilience
Avoid burnout and enjoy your career more by learning how to improve your mental wellbeing by building up emotional resilience
21 Nov 2017
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SAD: What to do if winter brings you down
Winter can take an emotional toll, particularly for those who experience seasonal affective disorder, but there are ways to manage it
21 Nov 2017
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Coping with winter: tips for staying fit and healthy
It's one of the busiest seasons for nurses but there are ways of keeping well
13 Nov 2017
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Use reflection to see your work as being about people, not tasks
Heavy workloads can make it hard to see patients as individuals. Reflect on the bad moments, accept you are not perfect, and you will find it easier to notice and change how you react.
27 Oct 2017
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Reconnecting with why you became a nurse
When conditions are tough it’s easy to feel disconnected from the values that led you into nursing. Fortunately, it is possible to find a way back to the things you love about being a nurse.
19 Oct 2017
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Maintain your standards of care – but be realistic
Knowing what matters to you most, and that you're doing the best job possible, can help you cope with the stress of rising demands.
18 Oct 2017
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The anxiety demon: how to let go of ‘what if’
How do you deal with the constant fear of ‘doing something wrong’? By focusing on the present and breaking the cycle of negative thoughts that feed anxiety.
03 Oct 2017
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Stop trying to do everything
If you're feeling overwhelmed by competing demands, follow these simple tips to fend off panic and refocus your mind.
27 Sep 2017
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Listen properly to win your patients’ trust
Heavy workloads and staff shortages can make it hard to find the time to sit down and talk properly with patients. But those who feel they are being listened to are more likely to take an active role in their own care, says health coach Mandy Day-Calder.
22 Sep 2017
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Crucial tips for a good presentation
Stimulating content and engaging your audience are crucial to delivering a good presentation. Follow these tips from health coach Mandy Day-Calder and you won’t go far wrong.
19 Sep 2017
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How to optimise your health and well-being
Nursing is all about looking after patients and relatives, but if you want a lengthy and rewarding career, you also have to learn how to look after yourself, writes health coach Mandy Day-Calder.
18 Sep 2017
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Don’t let fear of public speaking be a barrier to new opportunities
Making a presentation can be daunting but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Health coach Mandy Day-Calder offers advice on how to stay calm and focused when addressing an audience.
29 Aug 2017