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In 2021, my reading goals were very basic. My focus was to read books that I enjoyed. In the beginning of the year, I started off strong, discovering books that provided opportunities for occupational balance, in addition to books that taught me skills to become a better occupational therapist and professor. Then, around October, I …
The only constant in life is change. One area that I, and many people from what I have observed, struggle dealing with is change. Successfully adjusting to change begins with having an open mind and being objective. Sounds easy enough, but how exactly can we deal with upheaval in our life, difference of opinions, or …
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For the month of August, I went away for a week and somehow that changed the whole trajectory of what I read for the month! While being on vacation, I decided on quick reads rather than more intense books. For books that impacted my occupational therapy practice, I focused on a favorite author of mine, …
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For some reason, it seems that everyone is ready for fall! Talk of PSL, colored leaves, and sweater weather are at the center of many of my conversations, which I do not mind at all! Fall is also a time to return to school for students of all ages, including occupational therapy students. While it …
A collection of books that can positively impact the understanding of autistic individuals, learning, and the sensory needs of our clients. Self-care books that can change your world view to live your best life.
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Reading as an Occupation: 2021 Summer Healthcare Professionals Reading List. Recommendations for Healthcare professionals practice, self-improvement, and occupational balance.
For occupational therapy practice, great reads to inform neurological practice. For occupational balance, a mystery with an interesting plot.
What will be your impact on the occupational therapy profession? There are three main areas on which we can focus: clinical skills, research, and advocacy. To be honest, my preferences are clinical skills and research. However, in writing this post for today, I had this lightbulb moment that one clinician cannot do it all! However, …
I definitely have a FOMO when it comes to reading. After I finish a month of reading some captivating books, I think to myself, am I missing any other books that would leave me speechless?! I should start a support group. The month of May had solid reads that taught me how to deal with …
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