“…the problem and what is driving Nurses from the profession in droves like never seen before— please don't talk to me about attrition, well, yes, that's a factor—the world is hemorrhaging Nurses. And that's a quote from Dr. Terrance Hill, medical sociologist, the world is hemorrhaging Nurses and the root cause for that, it's not about burnout.

And please stop gaslighting Nurses about burnout resilience. Please just stop. The reason. The root cause, according to my research, five years, four disciplines, is avoidable, Nurse Specific Traumatization. And this would be this historical trauma, where we are unknowingly transmitting." ~ Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN

Ah Ha Moments

• All Nurses have, (or will have) experienced trauma
• Enough blame on Nurses. Healthcare system, wake up! Instead of putting the blame on your employees, let’s address the systemic problems that are causes of avoidable traumas… understaffing, bullying, violence, not addressing high acuity, lack of resources and still demanding exceptional care and more…
• Thinking that solving burnout will fix all Nursing problems is all wrong, what if what we’re experiencing is because of trauma exposure? That the actions and responses we see in ourselves, and our colleagues are because the traumas are being stored in our bodies, minds and spirits
• We must learn about how trauma can and has affected us, and make this common language, and learn how to help ourselves so we can begin to heal and insulate our nervous systems from further injury

Links and Resources

Integrative Nurse Coaches in ACTION! podcast

Nurse Trauma Healing Podcast

Episode 79: Together We Can Stop Shame and Blame in Nursing with Kristy Meyer

Nursing Our Healer's Heart book

Lorre's website

Dr Karen Foli Middle Range Theory of Nurses' Psychological Trauma

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82: Uplifting Messages from the Universe! Annie Jones PhD, MBA, MSN, RN, AOCN, NC-BC Highlights

“I thank the universe and have much gratitude. I think what's on my heart is that community is so important.

And it's our own responsibility for ourselves, and to remember that when we see another member of our community— so in other words, our Nursing group, our Nurse coaches in particular— is that we're a sister and brotherhood, and we have to reach out to keep ourselves together in a world that is designed, at the moment, to tear us from all ends.” ~ Annie Jones PhD, MBA, MSN, RN, AOCN, NC-BC

Ah Ha Moments

• The universe is always supporting you. Giving you what you need and who you need to elevate you and sustain you towards whatever you desire.
• Life will take you on many twists and turns and the universe will guide you.
• You will be faced with challenges and possibilities, and you get to choose. Maybe you even become a Possibilitarian!
• Listen to the messages the universe is sending you.

Links and Resources

• Integrative Nurse Coaches in ACTION! podcast
• Barbara Dossey's website
• Harmony Hill
• Bonney & Richard Schaub - Transpersonal Nurse Coaching
• Health Forward LLC
• Annie's LinkedIn
• Harmony Hill in Union, WA
• Wings of Hope

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81: Building a Business as a New Nurse Coach- Whitney Distefano BSN, RN, NC-BC

“As a new business owner in the community, it's just been one learning opportunity after another, and truly just like a practice of vulnerability, of showing up and putting yourself out there and really doing the best I can to be detached from the outcome, which is what they teach us as Nurse Coaches as well.

Showing up day in and day out, and knowing that, you're gonna find things that you don't know how to do, you're going to find that there are questions you didn't even know were questions. And just having to come back to the attitude that, everything is figure out-able.” ~Whitney Distefano BSN, RN, NC-BC

Ah Ha Moments

• It’s absolutely vulnerable to be a new business owner, especially because Nurses are never taught how to be entrepreneurs. And yet, we can still show up and be open to the possibilities!
• Everything is ‘figure-out-able’. And we can ask for help, and be detached from the outcomes, as best we can
• Be clear on your personal vision and values, as those will be instrumental in you showing up for the world in your true, authentic way, and your ability to align with how you are being of service
• Begin with one step at a time. You don’t have to do it all right away. Find the things you think will have the most impact and begin there. Do a little bit each day for your business and for yourself

Links and Resources

• Integrative Nurse Coach Academy Integrative Nurse Coach Certificate Program
• Integrative Nurse Coaches in ACTION! Podcast Episode
• ‘The Business of Nurse Coaching’ Specialty Course from the INCA
• Wellness Within with Whitney website
• Book a Consultation or Session with Whitney
• Women’s Circle Sessions
• Whitney’s Instagram
• Whitney’s Facebook
• Whitney’s LinkedIn

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