Skip header and navigation
The BC Cancer Library

Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.

  Refine by:

Refine by:

Format

More
More

20 records – page 1 of 1.

Mindful self-compassion workbook : a proven way to accept yourself, build inner strength, and thrive

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124413
Neff, Kristin, Germer, Christopher K. New York, NY: Guilford Press , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 N383m 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Mindful path to self-compassion
Author
Neff, Kristin
Germer, Christopher K
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Guilford Press
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
viii, 206 pages ; 27 cm
Subjects
Self-Compassion
Mindfulness - methods
Self Care
Popular Work
ISBN
9781462526789
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425 N383m 2018

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Fierce self-compassion : how women can harness kindness to speak up, claim their power, and thrive

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124404
Neff, Kristin. New York, NY: Harperwave , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 N383f 2021
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"Drawing on research, her personal life story and empirically supported practices, the author of Self-Compassion shows women how to reclaim balance within themselves and use fierce and tender self-compassion to ensure their own wholeness and well-being" -- Provided by publisher.
More Information
Author
Neff, Kristin
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harperwave
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
374 pages ; 24 cm
Subjects
Self-Compassion
Self Care
Women's Health
Popular Work
Abstract
"Drawing on research, her personal life story and empirically supported practices, the author of Self-Compassion shows women how to reclaim balance within themselves and use fierce and tender self-compassion to ensure their own wholeness and well-being" -- Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9780062991065
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425 N383f 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Finding freedom in illness : a guide to cultivating deep well-being through mindfulness and self-compassion

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122365
Boulder, CO: Shambala Publications, Inc. , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172.4 F363 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Shambala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
ix, 222 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Mind Body Therapies
Chronic Disease - therapy
Compassion
Mindfulness
Meditation
Buddhism
Popular Work
ISBN
9781611802634
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172.4 F363 2016

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Supporting compassionate healthcare practice : understanding the role of resilience, positivity and well being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122348
Chambers, Claire, Ryder, Elaine. Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge , 2019.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
W84.7 C444 2019
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Chambers, Claire
Ryder, Elaine
Place of Publication
Abingdon, Oxon
Publisher
Routledge
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
xviii, 194 p. ; 24 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Patient Care - psychology
Empathy
Attitude of Health Personnel
Professional - Patient Relations
Optimism
Compassion Fatigue - prevention & control
ISBN
9781138092105
9781351607933
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Kelowna Library
Internet
Call Number
W84.7 C444 2019
Website Notes
This Proquest title is licensed for ONE BC Cancer staff user at a time. If you are denied access while on a network computer, please try again later.
Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
Read Online
https://login.bccancer.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bccancer-ebooks/detail.action?docID=5580150

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
Show Less

Loving, supporting and caring for the cancer patient : a guide to communication, compassion and courage

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120439
Goldberg, Stan. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G618 2016
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
More Information
Author
Goldberg, Stan
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xi, 199 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Communication
Caregivers - psychology
Emotional Adjustment
Terminal Care
Patient Comfort
Compassion
Empathy
Helping Behavior
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9780810895867
0810895862
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
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 G618 2016

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Mindful path to self-compassion : freeing yourself from destructive thoughts and emotions

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121209
Germer, Christopher K. New York, NY: Guilford Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 G374 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Germer, Christopher K
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Guilford Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xiv, 306 p. : ill ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Emotions
Meditation
Cognitive Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms
Empathy
Awareness
ISBN
9781593859756
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM425 G374 2009

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Missing Available
Show Less

Why we meditate : the science and practice of clarity and compassion

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124405
Goleman, Daniel, Rinpoche, Tsoknyi, Kane, Adam. New York, NY: Atria Books , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM427 G625w 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Goleman, Daniel
Rinpoche, Tsoknyi
Kane, Adam
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Atria Books
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
212 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Mindfulness
Meditation - methods
Buddhism
Philosophy
Self-Compassion
Popular Work
ISBN
9781982178451
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM427 G625w 2022

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Being with dying : cultivating compassion and fearlessness in the presence of death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21017
Halifax, Joan. [Boston, MA]: Shambhala , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 H173 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Halifax, Joan
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Shambhala
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xix, 204 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Death - psychology
Palliative Care - psychology
Buddhism
Meditation
Spirituality
Terminal Care
Popular Work
ISBN
9781590307182
1590307186
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 H173 2009

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
Show Less

There is no good card for this : what to say and do when life is scary, awful, and unfair to people you love

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123379
Crowe, Kelsey, McDowell, Emily. New York, NY: HarperOne , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF637 S4 C769 2017
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
When someone you know is hurting, you want to let her know that you care. But many people don't know what words to use--or are afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing. This guide from empathy expert Dr. Kelsey Crowe and greeting card maverick Emily McDowell blends ... actionable advice with the n…
More Information
Author
Crowe, Kelsey
McDowell, Emily
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperOne
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
260 p. : ill. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Empathy
Compassion
Bereavement
Loss
Interpersonal Communication
Popular Work
Abstract
When someone you know is hurting, you want to let her know that you care. But many people don't know what words to use--or are afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing. This guide from empathy expert Dr. Kelsey Crowe and greeting card maverick Emily McDowell blends ... actionable advice with the no-nonsense humor and the signature illustration style of McDowell's Empathy Cards, to help you feel confident in connecting with anyone experiencing grief, loss, illness, or any other difficult situation -- Provided by publisher.
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9780062469991
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF637 S4 C769 2017

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Without compassion, there is no healthcare : leading with care in a technological age

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123016
Montreal, QC: McGill-Queen's University Press , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; Introduction Technology, Compassion, and the Future of Healthcare -- Part One Coming to Terms with Compassion -- 1 Caring in a Digital Age: Exploring the Interface of Humans and Machines in the Provision of Compassionate Healthcare -- 2 Patient Engagement and Compassionate Care -- 3 Care…
More Information
  1 read online  
Editor
Hodges, Brian D.
Paech, Gail
Bennett, Jocelyn
Place of Publication
Montreal, QC
Publisher
McGill-Queen's University Press
Publication Date
2020
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
Subjects
Compassion
Delivery of Health Care
Quality of Health Care
Technology Assessment, Biomedical
Abstract
Contents:
Introduction Technology, Compassion, and the Future of Healthcare -- Part One Coming to Terms with Compassion -- 1 Caring in a Digital Age: Exploring the Interface of Humans and Machines in the Provision of Compassionate Healthcare -- 2 Patient Engagement and Compassionate Care -- 3 Care in the Real World: Partial Perspectives on Compassion, Technology, and Equity -- Part Two Cultivating Compassion -- 4 Healthcare Workers as Recipients of Compassion: Resilience, Burnout, and Relationship -- 5 Compassion and Health Professional Education -- 6 Compassionate Leadership -- 7 Toward Compassionate Healthcare Organizations -- Conclusions Shaping the Future of Compassionate Care
ISBN
9780228003762
9780228004615
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This Proquest title is licensed for ONE BC Cancer staff user at a time. If you are denied access while on a network computer, please try again later.
Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
Read Online
https://login.bccancer.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bccancer-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6386012
Show Less

Slow ethics and the art of care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123617
Gallagher, Ann. Bingley, UK: Emerald Publishing Limited , 2020.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; 1. Introducing Slow Ethics and the Art of Care -- 2. Sensitivity: A Nice Cup of Tea -- 3. Solidarity: Moral Repair and Caring about Ethics in Research Practice -- 4. SPACE: MORAL REFLECTION, Ciúnas and the Art of Care -- 5. Sustainability: Enhancing the Ecology of Care -- 6. Scholarship:…
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Gallagher, Ann
Place of Publication
Bingley, UK
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited
Publication Date
2020
Series
EBSCOhost eBook Nursing Collection
Emerald points
Subjects
Ethics, Medical
Ethics, Professional
Compassion
Empathy
Caregivers
Abstract
Contents:
1. Introducing Slow Ethics and the Art of Care -- 2. Sensitivity: A Nice Cup of Tea -- 3. Solidarity: Moral Repair and Caring about Ethics in Research Practice -- 4. SPACE: MORAL REFLECTION, Ciúnas and the Art of Care -- 5. Sustainability: Enhancing the Ecology of Care -- 6. Scholarship: Sucking It Up and Restoring Humanity -- 7. Stories: The Millennial Samaritan
ISBN
9781839091988
9781839091957
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This EBSCO title is licensed for one BC Cancer staff user at a time only. Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
Read Online
https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=e680sww&AN=2390176&site=ehost-live
Show Less

Love is the strongest medicine : notes from a cancer doctor on connection, creativity, and compassion

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123373
Eisenberg, Steven. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 E574 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Eisenberg, Steven
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
xx, 185 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Physician-Patient Relations
Empathy
Oncologists
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781401960896
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 E574 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Medicine and compassion : a Tibetan Lama's guidance for caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14244
Rinpoche, Chokyi Nyima, Shlim, David R. [Boston, MA]: Wisdom Publications , 2004.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
W61 R582 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Rinpoche, Chokyi Nyima
Shlim, David R
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Publication Date
2004
Subjects
Religion and Medicine
Empathy
Buddhism
Caregivers
Physician-Patient Relations
ISBN
0861714784
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
W61 R582 2004

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
Show Less

Loving-kindness : the revolutionary art of happiness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122299
Boulder, CO: Shambhala Publications, Inc. , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 S186 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Shambhala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
xii, 193 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
Shambhala classics
Subjects
Meditation - methods
Mindfulness
Compassion
Buddhism
Popular Work
ISBN
9781570629037
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 S186 1995

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Sacred passage : how to provide fearless, compassionate care for the dying

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10840
Coberly, Margaret. [Boston, MA]: Shambhala , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 C655 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Coberly, Margaret
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Shambhala
Publication Date
2003
Subjects
Terminal Care - popular works
Compassion - popular works
Death - psychology - popular works
ISBN
1590300173
9781590300176
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 C655 2003

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
Show Less

Self-coaching : the powerful program to beat anxiety and depression

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123551
Luciani, Joseph J. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. , 2007. Rev. and updated 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 L937 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Luciani, Joseph J.
Edition
Rev. and updated 2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Hoboken, NJ
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xii, 256 p. : ill ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Self-Management - methods
Depression
Anxiety disorders - therapy
Stress, Psychological
Self Care
Popular Work
ISBN
9780471768289
0471768286
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 L937 2007

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Compassion fatigue and burnout in nursing : enhancing professional quality of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122405
Todaro-Franceschi, Vidette. New York, NY: Springer Publishing , 2013.
Audience
Professional
Contents:; Introduction : the good, the bad, and the ugly -- Transforming both health and care -- Compassion and contentment : being heartful -- Values and excellences in nursing -- The art of reaffirming purpose -- A heavy heart hurts -- I know what I ought to do! -- Burnt out and seemingly heartl…
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Todaro-Franceschi, Vidette
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Springer Publishing
Publication Date
2013
Series
EBSCOhost eBook Nursing Collection
Subjects
Nurses - psychology
Philosophy, Nursing
Empathy
Burnout, Professional - psychology
Quality of Life
Abstract
Contents:
Introduction : the good, the bad, and the ugly -- Transforming both health and care -- Compassion and contentment : being heartful -- Values and excellences in nursing -- The art of reaffirming purpose -- A heavy heart hurts -- I know what I ought to do! -- Burnt out and seemingly heartless -- Being prepared to care for the dying -- Shared horrors and aching, breaking hearts -- Cultivating collective mindful awareness -- Imagine it and actualize it.
ISBN
9780826109774
9780826109781
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
This EBSCO title is licensed for one BC Cancer staff user at a time only. Authentication via HealthBC sign in required. Use your BC Cancer staff username and ID when prompted.
Read Online
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=e680sww&AN=485649
Show Less

Calming your anxious mind : how mindfulness and compassion can free you from anxiety, fear and panic

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123550
Brantley, Jeffrey. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 2007. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 B821 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Brantley, Jeffrey
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
x, 227 p. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Panic disorder - therapy
Anxiety disorders - therapy
Stress, Psychological
Compassion
Mindfulness
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
97815244870
1572244879
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 B821 2007

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

Start where you are : a guide to compassionate living

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog119942
Chodron, Pema. [Boston, MA]: Shambhala Publications, Inc. , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM 61 C545 2001
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Chodron, Pema
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Shambhala Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
xiii, 156 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
Shambhala classics
Subjects
Meditation - methods
Buddhism
Spirituality
Empathy
Mindfulness
Popular Work
ISBN
9781570628399
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WM 61 C545 2001

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
Show Less

Caregiving wife's handbook : caring for your seriously ill husband, caring for yourself

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21654
Denholm, Diana B. Alameda, CA: Hunter House Publishers , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 D393 2012
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Denholm, Diana B
Place of Publication
Alameda, CA
Publisher
Hunter House Publishers
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
x, 198 p. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Spouses - psychology
Terminally Ill - psychology
Empathy
Critical Illness
Communication
Popular Work
ISBN
9780897936057
0897936051
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 D393 2012

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
Show Less

20 records – page 1 of 1.