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Healing through words

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124444
Kaur, Rupi. Kansas City, MO: Andrews McMeel Publishing , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM420.5.N3 K21h 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"#1 New York Times bestselling author Rupi Kaur presents guided writing exercises of her own design to inspire creativity and healing. These exercises help you explore themes of trauma, loss, heartache, love, healing, and celebration to the self." --Back cover
Author
Kaur, Rupi
Place of Publication
Kansas City, MO
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xvii, 300 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects
Writing
Adaptation, Psychological
Narrative Therapy
Self Disclosure
Popular Work
Abstract
"#1 New York Times bestselling author Rupi Kaur presents guided writing exercises of her own design to inspire creativity and healing. These exercises help you explore themes of trauma, loss, heartache, love, healing, and celebration to the self." --Back cover
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781524873264
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM420.5.N3 K21h 2022

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Please understand me : character and temperament types

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9720
Keirsey, David, Bates, Marilyn. Del Mar, Ca.: Gnosology Books, Ltd. , 1984.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM460.5 E3 K45 1984
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Keirsey, David
Bates, Marilyn
Place of Publication
Del Mar, Ca.
Publisher
Gnosology Books, Ltd.
Publication Date
1984
Subjects
Temperament
Self Concept
ISBN
0960695400
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM460.5 E3 K45 1984

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Reflections in the light : daily thoughts and affirmations

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog5942
Gawain, Shakti, Grimshaw, Denise. San Rafael, CA: New World Library , 1988.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G284r 1988
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Gawain, Shakti
Grimshaw, Denise
Place of Publication
San Rafael, CA
Publisher
New World Library
Publication Date
1988
Physical Description
16 cm.
Subjects
Imagery
Relaxation Techniques
Mental Healing
Popular Work
ISBN
0931432138
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 G284r 1988

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Gendler, J. Ruth. New York, NY: Harper & Row, Publishers , 1988.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM460.5 E3 G325 1988
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Gendler, J. Ruth
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harper & Row, Publishers
Publication Date
1988
Subjects
Self Concept
Emotions
Poetry
ISBN
0060962526
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM460.5 E3 G325 1988

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Good life : lessons from the world's longest scientific study of happiness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124345
Waldinger, Robert J., Schulz, Marc S. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 2023.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB880 W163 2023
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Author
Waldinger, Robert J.
Schulz, Marc S.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
ix, 341 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Happiness
Interpersonal Relations
Friends - psychology
Personal Satisfaction
Quality of Life
Popular Work
ISBN
9781982166694
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB880 W163 2023

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Radical hope : 10 key healing factors from exceptional survivors of cancer & other diseases

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123368
Turner, Kelly A., White, Tracy. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 T948 2020
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Radical hope : ten key healing factors from exceptional survivors of cancer & other diseases
Author
Turner, Kelly A.
White, Tracy
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xviii, 345 p. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - psychology
Survivorship
Self Care
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781401965242
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 T948 2020

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Daily Bible in chronological order 365 daily readings : new international version with devotional insights to guide you through God's word

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9751
Eugene, Or.: Harvest House Publishers , 1984.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BS195 D133 1984
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Smith, F. LaGard
Place of Publication
Eugene, Or.
Publisher
Harvest House Publishers
Publication Date
1984
Subjects
Bible
Religion
Christianity
ISBN
0736901981
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BS195 D133 1984

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Mindful medicine : 40 simple practices to help healthcare professionals heal burnout and reconnect to purpose

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124335
Bays, Jan Chozen. Boulder, CO: Shambala Publications, Inc. , 2021.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WM172.4 B361 2022
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Author
Bays, Jan Chozen
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Shambala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
ix, 229 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Mindfulness
Resilience
Burnout, Professional - prevention & control
Burnout, Psychological - prevention & control
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
ISBN
9781645470526
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Victoria Library
Call Number
WM172.4 B361 2022

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Buoyancy : building resilient kids

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124432
Austin, Kirk. Self publishing , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WS105.5 A8 A935 2020
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In his groundbreaking new book, Dr. Kirk Austin explores seven elements that contribute to human buoyancy. Using the acronym BREATHE, the book explores the concepts of Bravery, Resilience, Endurance, Acceptance, Tenacity, Hope, and Excellence.; Written for parents, adult-helpers, and educators, Buo…
Author
Austin, Kirk
Publisher
Self publishing
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
156 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Subjects
Resilience, Psychological
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
Child
Adolescent
Teaching
Popular Work
Abstract
In his groundbreaking new book, Dr. Kirk Austin explores seven elements that contribute to human buoyancy. Using the acronym BREATHE, the book explores the concepts of Bravery, Resilience, Endurance, Acceptance, Tenacity, Hope, and Excellence.
Written for parents, adult-helpers, and educators, Buoyancy: Building Resilient Kids explores how to help kids build the skills related to human flourishing. The book examines seven stories of real people who exemplified an element of BREATHE. It goes further in providing examples and exercises to build the skills necessary to stay buoyant. It is a helpful and practical addition to any social and emotional learning curriculum." --Back cover
ISBN
9798647232229
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WS105.5 A8 A935 2020

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Freedom from health anxiety : understand and overcome obsessive worry about your health or someone else's and find peace of mind

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125265
Cassiday, Karen Lynn. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 C345 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Cassiday, Karen Lynn
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
ix, 184 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Anxiety
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
Mental Health
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781684039043
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 C345 2022

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Adolescents with cancer : their experience living with a chronic illness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog279
Rechner, Mona Gale. [Vancouver, BC?]: University of British Columbia , 1989.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ200 R297 1989
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Rechner, Mona Gale
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
University of British Columbia
Publication Date
1989
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adolescent
Chronic Disease
Adaptation, Psychological
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Thesis
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 R297 1989

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Bittersweet : how sorrow and longing make us whole

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Cain, Susan. New York, NY: Crown , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 C135b 2022
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"Cain shows how a bittersweet state of mind is the quiet force that helps us transcend our personal and collective pain. If we don't acknowledge our own sorrows and longings, she says, we can end up inflicting them on others via abuse, domination, or neglect. But if we realize that all humans know-…
Author
Cain, Susan
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Crown
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xxxiv, 310 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Subjects
Grief
Sadness - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
"Cain shows how a bittersweet state of mind is the quiet force that helps us transcend our personal and collective pain. If we don't acknowledge our own sorrows and longings, she says, we can end up inflicting them on others via abuse, domination, or neglect. But if we realize that all humans know--or will know--loss and suffering, we can turn toward each other. And we can learn to transform our own pain into creativity, transcendence, and connection. At a time of profound discord and personal anxiety, Bittersweet brings us together in deep and unexpected ways"-- Publisher's description
ISBN
9780451499783
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 C135b 2022

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Cooking with joy, digesting with ease : nutritious recipes for people with gastric cancer

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My Gut Feeling, Nourish, ELLICSR Kitchen. Cowansville, QC: Communication ebmed Inc. , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
"Stomach cancer completely changes how we eat. Difficulty swallowing, nausea, dumping syndrome and general pain can take the joy out of eating. Weight loss and loss of appetite are common problems that people with stomach cancer experience. While it can be a challenge to cook meals that are nutriti…
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Corporate Author
My Gut Feeling
Nourish
ELLICSR Kitchen
Place of Publication
Cowansville, QC
Publisher
Communication ebmed Inc.
Publication Date
2020
Subjects
Stomach Neoplasms - diet therapy
Cooking
Abstract
"Stomach cancer completely changes how we eat. Difficulty swallowing, nausea, dumping syndrome and general pain can take the joy out of eating. Weight loss and loss of appetite are common problems that people with stomach cancer experience. While it can be a challenge to cook meals that are nutritious, digestible and tasty, it is possible to enjoy food with stomach cancer." - Page 3
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Scroll to bottom of page to download or print digital version
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NCCN guidelines for patients : distress during cancer care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124934
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Plymouth Meeting, PA: National Comprehensive Cancer Network , 2024.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 N277d 2024
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
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Alternate Title
National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines for patients : distress during cancer care
Corporate Author
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Place of Publication
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Publisher
National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Publication Date
2024
Physical Description
36 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm
Series
NCCN guidelines for patients
Subjects
Popular Work
Neoplasms - psychology
Psychological Distress
Life Change Events
Adaptation, Psychological
ISBN
9781960388308
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 N277d 2024
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No time for nonsense : getting well against the odds

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Jevne, Ronna Fay, Levitan, Alexander. San Diego, CA: Luramedia , 1989.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 J59 1989
Availability
6 copies, 5 available
This upbeat and sometimes humorous book addresses the most common problems people experience with chronic or life-threatening illness, including the physical, emotional and spiritual challenges.
Author
Jevne, Ronna Fay
Levitan, Alexander
Place of Publication
San Diego, CA
Publisher
Luramedia
Publication Date
1989
Physical Description
211 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Social Support
Popular Work
Abstract
This upbeat and sometimes humorous book addresses the most common problems people experience with chronic or life-threatening illness, including the physical, emotional and spiritual challenges.
ISBN
9780931055638
0931055636
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 J59 1989

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Mainstay : for the well spouse of the chronically ill

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Strong, Maggie. [Boston, MA]: Little, Brown and Company , 1988.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 S923 1988
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Strong tells what it was like to watch her husband become increasingly debilitated by multiple sclerosis, to deal with the financial burden of illness, to realize that their and their children's futures were changed forever. The personal accounts are interspersed with practical advice about dealing…
Author
Strong, Maggie
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Publication Date
1988
Subjects
Family - popular works
Chronic Disease
Adaptation, Psychological
Abstract
Strong tells what it was like to watch her husband become increasingly debilitated by multiple sclerosis, to deal with the financial burden of illness, to realize that their and their children's futures were changed forever. The personal accounts are interspersed with practical advice about dealing with physicians, handling insurance, and just coping.
ISBN
0316819239
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 S923 1988

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How we live is how we die

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Chödrön, Pema. Boulder, CO: Shambala Publications, Inc. , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM61 C545h 2022
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"How We Live is How We'll Die shares Pema Chodron's wise words on working with this flow of life-learning to live with more ease, joy, and compassion through uncertainty; embracing new beginnings; and ultimately preparing for death with more wonder and less fear. Beloved teacher Pema Chodron writes…
Author
Chödrön, Pema
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Shambala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xii, 221 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects
Buddhism
Mindfulness
Attitude to Death
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
"How We Live is How We'll Die shares Pema Chodron's wise words on working with this flow of life-learning to live with more ease, joy, and compassion through uncertainty; embracing new beginnings; and ultimately preparing for death with more wonder and less fear. Beloved teacher Pema Chodron writes this book in her 85th year, and her insights on making friends with change are poignant for readers of all ages. This book shares Pema's thoughts on the bardos--the Tibetan teachings on what happens between this life and the next--and how they are relevant in each moment of our life now. She also shares wisdom on working with challenging emotions of craving, aggression, and ignorance, transforming them into a path of awakening and love. The more freedom we can find in our hearts and minds as we live, the more fearlessly we'll be able to confront death and life's countless changes."-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781611809244
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM61 C545h 2022

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Healing environments : your guide to indoor well-being

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Venolia, Carol. Berkeley, CA: Celestial arts , c1988.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 V464 1988
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Venolia, Carol
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Celestial arts
Publication Date
c1988
Physical Description
x, 224 p. : ill. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Self Concept - popular works
Alternative Medicine - popular works
Mental Healing - popular works
Environmental Health
Interior Design and Furnishings
ISBN
0890874972
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 V464 1988

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Big ordeal : understanding and managing the psychological turmoil of cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124480
Hayes, Cynthia. Austin, TX: River Grove Books , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H417b 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"Coping with cancer is hard. It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis…
Author
Hayes, Cynthia
Place of Publication
Austin, TX
Publisher
River Grove Books
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
x, 254 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"Coping with cancer is hard. It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis. The Big Ordeal, written in collaboration with a psychologist and two oncologists, tackles the emotional side of the experience head-on, to help newly diagnosed patients and their loved ones anticipate, understand, and deal with the psychological turmoil ahead. Based on interviews with scores of patients and experts across a variety of fields, combining patient stories with medical insights and advice from those who have been there, and structured around the typical phases of the process, this book is an accessible resource for anyone who receive a cancer diagnosis" --Back cover
ISBN
9781632993359
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H417b 2021

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Dancing with lung cancer

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Chan, Cynthia, Chan, Keith. [Vancouver, BC?]: Self publishing , [2020].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WF658 C454 2020
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Diagnosed in 2014 with advanced lung cancer, Dr. Cynthia Chan shares her experience living with an incurable disease, and offers encouragement and support to other cancer patients.
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Author
Chan, Cynthia
Chan, Keith
Editor
Yeung, Alison
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Self publishing
Publication Date
[2020]
Physical Description
109 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Lung Neoplasms
Terminally Ill - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
Diagnosed in 2014 with advanced lung cancer, Dr. Cynthia Chan shares her experience living with an incurable disease, and offers encouragement and support to other cancer patients.
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WF658 C454 2020
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