Author

Mantell, Ellyn

Place of Publication

Charlotte, NC

Publisher

Warren Publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xiv, 126 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Ostomy

Ileostomy

Self Care

Abstract

"For those who have recently undergone ostomy procedures, the transition can present new obstacles. From what to expect, to ostomy- and self-care, dressing and more, navigating life post ostomy may feel overwhelming.

In So Much More than My Ostomy, Ellyn Mantell--"ostomate," advocate, and renowned motivational speaker --provides advice, tips, and encouragement for caring for and embracing your perfectly imperfect body. Ellyn, along with several other ostomates, also shares stories from her journey that led to her ileostomy in March, 2014. The book contains interviews with several who have survived and thrived through the many health and emotional challenges presented to them.

Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

ISBN

9781954614208

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WI520 M292 2021

Copies

Author

Carr, Kris

Place of Publication

Guilford, CT

Publisher

Skirt!

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

245 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms

Female

Women's Health

Women

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Survivors - psychology

Mental Healing

Spiritual Healing

Mind-Body and Relaxation Techniques

Diet

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9781599213705

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

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 C312 2008

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Author

Girard, Vickie

Zadra, Dan

Place of Publication

Lynwood, WA

Publisher

Compendium, Inc.

Publication Date

2001

Physical Description

xx, 161 p. ; 17 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms

Neoplasms - psychology

Hope

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9781888387414

1888387416

9781932319705

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 G518 2001

Copies

Author

Schilstra, Clarissa

Place of Publication

[San Bernadino, CA]

Publisher

Create Space Independent Publishing Platform

Publication Date

2015

Physical Description

iv, 67 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Leukemia

Emotional Adjustment

Adolescent

Young Adult

Survivors

Personal Narratives

Guidebooks

Abstract

"A diagnosis of cancer is devastating at any age. For teenagers and young adults, it presents a unique challenge both socially and emotionally ... In the pages of this book, I share those stories and strategies, in an effort to provide a guide through the emotional roller coaster that is cancer treatment and life as a cancer survivor." - Author

ISBN

978514208083

1514208083

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ200 S334 2015

Copies

Author

Nelems, Bill

Lakhani, Azmina

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Mainline Sound Design

Publication Date

1999

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Imagery

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD provides breath work, guided visualization using

progressive muscle relaxation and imagery. It provides some

education about the relaxation response which can be practiced

over time, enhancing one's sense of well- being like a bridge from

tension to peace or from fear to hope. Breath work allows the

listener to 'let go' and relax. With imagery and music the listener is

guided to create their own unique magical, musical, place of warmth

and comfort

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 N419b 1999

Copies

Alternate Title

Time in : a relaxation tape : breathing and autogenics

Author

Smith, Elisabeth

Warren, Barbara

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

British Columbia Cancer Agency. Vancouver Clinic

Publication Date

2001

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Stress, Psychological

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD guides the listener to practice breath work along with

autogenics, statements used repeatedly to induce a state of deep

relaxation. Listeners are encouraged to remember a time and place

in which they experienced strength and a strong centre (reframed

as 'inner healers'). The music of Pachelbel's Canon accompanies

the guided imagery of a tree. Autogenic phrases emphasize growing

in confidence and strength 'every day in every way'. The closing

image is that of energy rising through the body -- as sap through the

trunk of a tree. This helps to create a full circle of relaxation.

Notes

Streaming audio available at SoundCloud.com

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ266 S646t 2001

Website Notes

This CD is available for streaming at SoundCloud.com

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Author

Roberts, Joshua

Place of Publication

Altadena, CA

Publisher

Bitingduck Press

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

176 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Multiple Myeloma

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

9781938463730

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WH540 R643 2019

Website Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

Alternate Title

Heart of healing

Time in 6 : a relaxation tape : the path of healing and the heart of healing

Author

Smith, Elisabeth

Nicholson, Kathryn

King, Robbie

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

British Columbia Cancer Agency. Vancouver Clinic

Publication Date

2001

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Mental Healing

Imagery

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD offers progressive muscle relaxation and healing imagery

with a background of music and sounds of nature. The listener

imagines being a pilgrim on a journey into healing, they are offered

uplifting images of strength and support, and a healing presence as

a companion. With the theme of wholeness the listener is invited to

focus on the "inner pharmacy" we all carry within. This is an image

of our ability to create substances that can calm the body, stimulate

the immune system, clear the mind and calm the spirit.

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 S646p 2001

Copies

Alternate Title

Time in 4 : a relaxation tape : sleep/heart of the rose

Author

Smith, Elisabeth

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

British Columbia Cancer Agency. Vancouver Clinic

Publication Date

2001

Subjects

Sleep

Relaxation Techniques

Stress, Psychological

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD offers progressive relaxation through guided imagery with

the aid of two musical pieces called "Satie" and "Gratitude".

Soothing music underlies the sound of gentle ocean surf as the

listener experiences waves of relaxation wash over the body. The

listener is reminded that one's body knows how to sleep and that

sleep will be restful and dreams helpful. Later in the CD the listener

hears sounds of bird song, cello and harp as he/she is guided

through progressive relaxation from head to toe. The image of a

beautiful rose moves the listener to a calm still place. The words of

the metta meditation invoke a universal wish for peace and wellbeing.

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 S646h 2001

Copies

Author

Smith, Elisabeth

Nicholson, Kathryn

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

British Columbia Cancer Agency. Vancouver Clinic

Publication Date

2001

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Stress, Psychological

Imagery

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD provides two guided visualization using progressive muscle

relaxation and imagery. Acknowledging the power of strong

emotions, the first visualization invites the listener to experience

riding in a hot air balloon using the force of their fiery emotions to

propel them to a place of vision and finally drift safely down to land.

In the second visualization the listener experiences the supportive

and warming strength of the earth and then the freedom and

buoyancy of the water to encourage a deepening sense of

relaxation

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 S646a 2001

Copies

Author

Tocher, Michelle

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

Key Porter Books

Publication Date

2002

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

1552633977

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

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 T631 2002

Copies

Alternate Title

Mindfulness meditation in everyday life

Author

Kabat-Zinn, Jon

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Hyperion

Publication Date

1994

Physical Description

xxi, 280 p. ; 21 cm.

Subjects

Meditation

Relaxation Techniques

Stress, Psychological

Popular Work

Notes

Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC

ISBN

9781401307783

0786880708

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Surrey Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 K11w 1994

Copies

Author

Smith, Elisabeth

Nicholson, Kathryn

Dudley, Jennifer

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

PacificLine Music

Publication Date

1995

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Mental Healing

Imagery

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD offers a thoughtful and timeless collection of scripture

readings and verse, hymns and songs to inspire a peaceful heart.

Songs: The Call; Excerpts from "Morte D' Arthur"; Prayer of Saint

Francis; The Serenity Prayer; Turn, Turn, Turn; Footprints; I Come

to the Garden; Psalm 23; - The Lord is my Shepherd; To Love

Often; The Gift of Love; Wherever You Go; Psalm 121; He is

Watching Over Israel; Ave Maria; Light One Candle; Old Irish

Blessing.

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 S647 1995

Copies

Author

Nelems, Bill

Smith, Elisabeth

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Mainline Sound Design

Publication Date

1998

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Imagery

Music Therapy

Popular Work

Abstract

In this CD, Dr. Nelems describes the detrimental effects of

persistent stress and anxiety on the immune system and how

favourable immune responses can be created by evoking the

relaxation response. A progressive muscle relaxation follows using

the breath to help release the tensions and anxieties of the day in

order to prepare for restful sleep (Sunset). It also introduces the

dynamic process of relaxation that allows us to become actively

involved in our healing journey and to interact in a healing way with

the inspiring images of nature?s renewal seen in day break or the

return of spring.

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 N419 1998

Copies

Alternate Title

Time in 5 : the cloak and the dove

Author

Smith, Elisabeth

Boyle, Michael

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Executive Production : British Columbia Cancer Agency, Vancouver Clinic

Publication Date

2002

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Stress, Psychological

Imagery

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD uses breath work, images and affirmations to support deep

relaxation. The listener is asked to imagine a healing light, which is

then woven into a cloak of empowering words and images. Breath is

used to create a calming effect on the body. The listener is asked to

imagine a meadow and the flight of a dove over a variety of pleasing

landscapes. Throughout the CD the listener is encouraged to rest

and relax.

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 S646c 2002

Copies

Alternate Title

In the spirit of healing

Author

Nicholson, Kathryn

Smith, Elisabeth

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

British Columbia Cancer Agency. Vancouver Clinic

Publication Date

2001

Subjects

Music Therapy

Relaxation Techniques

Mental Healing

Popular Work

Abstract

One side of this CD offers a selection of beautiful and beloved

songs, chants, spirituals, folk music from around the world. The

other side addresses the spiritual component of the healing

journey. It includes two thoughtful readings, a Japanese folk song,

a Russian hymn and a Hebrew blessing.

Language

English

Material Type

Audio

CD

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 N626 2001

Copies

Author

Barnwell, Leslie

Place of Publication

Smithers, BC.

Publisher

Creekstone Press Ltd.

Publication Date

2002

Physical Description

177 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Poetry

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

0968404359

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WP870 B259 2002

Copies

Author

Thomas, Gai

Place of Publication

Halifax, N.S.

Publisher

Austral-Nova Publications

Publication Date

1997

Physical Description

xv, 60 p. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Hodgkin Disease

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

ISBN

0968217605

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 T455 1997

Copies

Alternate Title

Lullabye : music and guided imagery

Author

Nitkin, Patricia

Smith, Elisabeth

Place of Publication

Surrey, BC

Publisher

BC Cancer Agency. Fraser Valley Cancer Centre

Publication Date

1999

Subjects

Relaxation Techniques

Music Therapy

Mental Healing

Popular Work

Abstract

This CD offers relaxation through guided imagery. Just as the

hummingbird knows how to draw nurture from the flowers, so the

listener is encouraged to draw upon images in nature that are

peaceful and calming. To variations of the tune of the well-loved

song "All through the night", we are reminded how nature itself

needs to sleep. The journey continues with progressive muscle

relaxation, the sound of gentle waves and finally the lovely mantra

"I am calm, I am peaceful, I am loved and I am healing". It ends

with guitar music and humming lull the listener further into restful

sleep.

Notes

Streaming audio available at SoundCloud.com

Language

English

Material Type

CD

Audio

Online

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ266 N729l 1999

Website Notes

This CD is available for streaming from SoundCloud.com

Copies

Alternate Title

Meditation to help you combat depression

Author

Naparstek, Belleruth

Place of Publication

Akron, OH

Publisher

Health Journeys

Publication Date

1993

Physical Description

44 minutes

Series

Health journeys

Subjects

Depression

Relaxation Techniques

Imagery

Stress, Psychological

Popular Work

Abstract

Introduction

Guided imagery

Affirmations

ISBN

9781881405610

1881405613

Language

English

Material Type

CD

Audio

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library Relax

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ266 N195c 1993

Copies