Reflections of a Nurse
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In Reflections of a Nurse, Makeba Matthews was compelled to share her coping mechanisms that have helped her remain grounded, focused, and calm while putting herself at risk during the onset of the pandemic (Covid-19). It was a tough period for her as it had been for many. After scaling through the hardest time of the pandemic, the phase of the unknown, she decided to write this book to encourage healthcare workers and other people who find themselves in difficult situations. Her 12 Reflections will help you learn skills and strategies to keep you mentally and physically healthy. This book encourages strength, persistence, and willpower.
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Reflections of a Nurse - Makeba Matthews
Dedication
This book is dedicated to all healthcare workers worldwide and their families.
About The Author
Makeba Matthews is an RN, a former NYC school teacher, and has also worked as a Conflicts Analyst and Paralegal on Wall Street. Her vast background in many work and social environments has helped her develop skills to navigate through many difficult life situations. The author was compelled to share her coping mechanisms in her book titled, Reflections of a Nurse
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This book is a collection of her thoughts and actions that have helped her remain grounded, focused, and calm while putting herself at risk during the onset of the pandemic (Covid-19). It was a tough period for her as it had been for many. After scaling through the hardest time of the pandemic, the phase of the unknown, she decided to write this book to encourage healthcare workers and other people who find themselves in difficult situations. This book encourages strength, persistence, and willpower.
Introduction
Have you ever been so engrossed by problems and uncontrollable circumstances that you feel you can no longer carry on?
Have you experienced situations so overwhelming you feel them draining you of your willpower, your