Caring science, mindful practice : implementing Watson's human caring theory

Sitzman, Kathleen. (Author). Watson, Jean, 1940- (author.).

Record details

ISBN: 9780826135551
ISBN: 9780826135568 (ebook)
Physical Description: print
xviii, 206 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Edition: Second edition.
Publisher: New York : Springer Publishing Company, LLC, [2018]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Use of mindfulness to cultivate understanding of Watson's theory of caring -- Overview of Watson's theory (10 caritas processes) -- Thich Nhat Hanh's five mindfulness trainings -- Entering the stream : understanding and living out Jean Watson's work -- The first caritas process : embrace altruistic values and practice lovingkindness with self and others -- The second caritas process : be authentically present, enable faith and hope, and honor others -- The third caritas process : be sensitive to self and others by nurturing individual beliefs and practices -- The fourth caritas process : develop helping-trusting-caring relationships -- The fifth caritas process : promote and accept positive and negative feelings as you authentically listen to another's story -- The sixth caritas process : use creative scientific problem-solving methods for caring decision making and creative solution-seeking -- The seventh caritas process : share teaching and learning that addresses individual needs and comprehension styles -- The eighth caritas process : create a healing environment for the physical and spiritual self that respects human dignity -- The ninth caritas process : assist with basic physical, emotional, and spiritual human needs -- The tenth caritas process : open to mystery and allow miracles to enter -- Conclusions and suggestions for deepening study.