Mindworks in Conversation with Corina Breukel
How can narrative medicine and Conversations Inviting Change (CIC) transform patient care? In this insightful discussion, Corina Breukel, an osteopath and accredited CIC trainer based in the UK, explores how these complementary approaches enhance both clinician and patient experiences.
🩺 Deep Listening & Reflection: Narrative medicine fosters creativity and deeper connections in healthcare.
💬 Reframing Patient Narratives: CIC provides structured techniques to help patients shift their perspectives.
🔗 Mind-Body Connection: Understanding how pain perception and holistic approaches impact care.
🤝 Empathy vs. Affiliation: Why standing with patients, rather than absorbing their emotions, is key to sustainable care.
“Narrative medicine replenishes a clinician’s capacity for care, making it a vital tool for sustaining meaningful patient relationships.”
📺 Watch the full conversation and explore the future of patient-centered care.