Journal of Traditional Medicine & Clinical Naturopathy
Open Access

Abstract

In a creative approach to physical health, the patient, who has little control over their clinical lives, can take an active part in shaping their identity, ultimately leading to improved mental, physical and emotional health. Through creativity, hands-on activities where the patient is in control, and lessons in positive thinking, the patient can play an empowered role in their own healthcare. Through creativity, the patient is empowered to navigate their detours in life through turning obstacles into opportunities. The body and mind are intricately related, and in this alternative approach to health, the patient can access the body mind and spirit through creative practices in regimented routines, where hope and creativity are effective medicine, using preventative methods to rejuvenate the self holistically. Community, support and the fostering of trusting relationships are elemental building blocks of resiliency. Surgeonsâ�?�? attitudes affect their patients and the behavior of the rest of the staff. Amy emphasizes compassion and the balance of emotional wellbeing with professional conduct. Amy will address the need for expressive therapies in critical care and for those with chronic disabilities through creativity, storytelling, and lessons in resilience. This need will also be connected to a wellbeing regimen for healthcare professionals to practice in relation to those they take care of. Ways of self-healing will be introduced and alternative ways for both the health care professional and those being treated to view the â�?�?patientâ�? and â�?�?personâ�?.

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