This lesson focuses on calming and stabilising in moments of stress or emotional overload.
Healthcare work often involves situations that activate the nervous system quickly and intensely. In such moments, small and simple practices can help reduce tension and restore a sense of balance.
The materials in this lesson introduce short, practical techniques that support:
slowing down after stress
calming the body and mind
creating brief moments of relief during or after demanding situations
There is no need to practise everything.
You are invited to explore what feels accessible and helpful for you right now.
This document presents short mindfulness practices specifically developed for healthcare professionals.
The focus is on brief exercises that can be used during breaks, between tasks, or after stressful situations.
You may find it helpful to look for practices that feel realistic within your daily routine.
📄 PDF
🔗 https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/45600493.pdf
This resource explores stress-management principles in healthcare settings with attention to immediate regulation strategies.
It helps explain how stress affects the body and mind and highlights approaches that support calming and recovery.
You can use it as background reading to better understand why certain calming techniques work.
📄 PDF
🔗 https://www.doctorsofnursingpractice.org/wp-content/uploads/project_form/complete_271024092132.pdf
This case study describes the use of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) with intensive care nurses.
It shows how structured mindfulness practices can reduce stress and anxiety in high-pressure clinical environments.
You may want to focus on the practical descriptions rather than reading the full document in detail.
This lesson is not about performance or improvement.
It is about creating moments of calm and stability when they are most needed.
