The Sound of Understanding: Embracing Silence in Conversation

In the realm of healthcare, effective communication is not solely about the exchange of information; it is about understanding the profound impact of non-verbal cues, such as silence.  Oscar Trimboli, in his work “Deep Listening,” eloquently highlights the transformative...

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The Art of Deep Listening in Physiotherapy: Avoiding Diagnostic Bias

“Recognise what is running through your own mind and then clear away this clutter to make room to hear the other person.” – Oscar Trimboli The profound advice from Oscar Trimboli on deep listening should resonate with healthcare professionals....

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Harnessing Willpower: A Dual Approach for Clinicians

In the words of Charles Duhigg, author of “The Power of Habit,” willpower operates much like a muscle: it can be fortified through practice yet is susceptible to fatigue.  This dual nature of willpower—being both a learnable skill and...

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From Goal Setting to Values Elicitation: A Two-Step Process to Empower Motivation in Healthcare

“Our values influence our motivation. If we don’t have strongly held values, we’ll have little motivation. If our values are strong, our motivation will be equally strong.” – Steve Andreas, NLP Comprehensive In the realm of healthcare, clinicians are...

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Clinical Insight: The Hidden Gorilla in Patient Care

The Gorilla in the Room: A Philosophical Take on Cognitive Blindness The human mind is a fascinating paradox, capable of extraordinary feats of intelligence while also susceptible to glaring oversights. Daniel Kahneman’s quote from “Thinking, Fast and Slow” serves...

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The Value-Driven ‘Why’: Understanding the Core of Patient Motivation in Healthcare

Introduction: The Essence of the ‘Why’ In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, where treatments and technologies advance rapidly, the constant and pivotal element remains the patient’s ‘Why’. This ‘Why’, as emphasised by Simon Sinek, is deeply rooted in the...

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Lost in Translation: The Pitfalls of Miscommunication in Healthcare

In the realm of healthcare, particularly in the dynamic and often complex relationship between clients and healthcare clinicians, effective communication is the linchpin of successful outcomes.  Michael Bungay Stanier’s insightful quote, “The illusion that both parties to the conversation...

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Understanding the Emotional Stages of Change in Healthcare: Insights from ‘The 12 Week Year’ by Brian Moran

Change is a fundamental aspect of human life, and nowhere is it more apparent than in the realm of healthcare. Patients who are managing recovery from injury or illness often embark on a journey of transformation that involves various...

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Unlocking Patient Engagement: The Power of Instant Influence for Physiotherapists

Introduction: In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, effective patient engagement lies at the heart of successful outcomes. As health providers, your role extends beyond physical rehabilitation. You are not only healthcare practitioners but also communication specialists, poised to empower...

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