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Presence. It's not a widely identified tool for physios.
But it's arguably so influential in delivering good care.
A thread...
But it's arguably so influential in delivering good care.
A thread...
It's foundational in therapeutic relationships.
In a fascinating @WordsClinical podcast episode, @MaxiMiciak raises that being present and receptive help us connect with patients.
She advises; when with a patient, block out everything else and just "land with them"
In a fascinating @WordsClinical podcast episode, @MaxiMiciak raises that being present and receptive help us connect with patients.
She advises; when with a patient, block out everything else and just "land with them"
Remember: people can tell when the person they're with is truly present. It helps them open up.
And it improves our ability to catch key cues from our patients.
But this doesn't just benefit our patients - it's fulfilling for us too...
And it improves our ability to catch key cues from our patients.
But this doesn't just benefit our patients - it's fulfilling for us too...
@JonnyWilkinson talks with admirable honesty about his mental health struggles on the #HighPerformancePodcast and the difference presence has made for him personally.
He raises "deep involvement", "flow", "absolute engagement", and how it improves wellbeing in all areas of life.
He raises "deep involvement", "flow", "absolute engagement", and how it improves wellbeing in all areas of life.
How can we be more present? It's hard to call, but perhaps;
- Jonny thinks you need to appreciate its importance
- Have an active interest and curiosity for what you're doing
- Give yourself permission to be vulnerable, and don't be afraid to appear fallible to your patient
- Jonny thinks you need to appreciate its importance
- Have an active interest and curiosity for what you're doing
- Give yourself permission to be vulnerable, and don't be afraid to appear fallible to your patient
