Carers are particularly vulnerable to feeling stressed, worried and worn
down by the vast demands that often come with caregiving, be they
physical, psychological or emotional. Mindfulness can be enormously
beneficial to carers, whether professional or voluntary, as a means of
developing greater inner stability, resilience and gaining more control
over their thoughts, feelings and emotions. Mindfulness is an
evidence-based approach that is proven to help protect against stress,
anxiety, depression and burnout.
Dr Cheryl Rezek provides an accessible introduction to mindfulness, and
explains how simple mindfulness practices and psychological concepts can
be used to manage the day-to-day demands of caring effectively, helping
caregivers to gain a greater sense of control and maintain a more
positive and balanced outlook. The book includes easy-to-use and
enjoyable mindfulness exercises, short enough to fit into a busy day, as
well as accompanying audio tracks to support and guide the reader
through these exercises.
An essential read for all those involved in caring for people with acute
or long-term health and mental health conditions, disabilities and other
support needs, including relatives and other informal carers, adoptive
parents and foster carers, as well as professional medical, health and
social care staff.