Karen Gilbert Occupational Therapy and Consulting
211 - 2628 Granville St Vancouver, BC, Canada

OT’s and OT students! Great opportunity to learn from a FABULOUS line-up of presenters at this year’s virtual OTAC conference. Student rates only $30USD. Check it out!

Engagement in living, no matter what our circumstances - the core philosophy and skillset of occupational therapists.

I've been following Brené Brown's work for 10 years and facilitating for over 6 years now, and still, I learn something new every time I hear her sharing stories and truth about embracing vulnerability and being courageous in our lives. This interview with 60 Minutes was no exception.

Flying solo on today's podcast to talk about: 1. Transitioning from adrenaline-fueled crisis mode to finding a new, calmer way of being together; 2. The 80/20 ...- 20/80 family gap plan that is the foundation for our family (and my marriage) during hard times; and 3. The dangers of comparative suffering and the power of empathy. You can listen to the full episode here: https://brenebrown.com//brene-on-comparative-suffering-th/ Hearts open. Hands washed. Love on. xo, BB

The circumstances we find ourselves in require a deeper level of vulnerability than we are accustomed to. In acknowledging how hard this is, we have an opportunity for a depth of connection we don’t often have with each other. Wise words from one of the best co-regulators I know (ie. just listening to her/being with her leads to more calm). Thank you for this, Kim Barthel.

So this happened back in October... Susannah Steers from Moving Spirit and Gillian McCormick, Physiotherapist and I had a small conversation about some big topics for their new podcast, Small Conversations for a Better World. The episode went up yesterday. Check it out on your fav podcast platform. I hope you find something new to ponder and enjoy the conversation as much as I did. #whatishealth #occupationaltherapy #smallconversations

Meaningful activity...the heart of occupational therapy https://www.forbes.com//a-meaningful-life-is-connected-t/

Sarah from OT Potential wrote this wonderful, vulnerable, and spot-on post late last year. May you find parts of your own story in her sharing of her own. https://otpotential.com/blog/ot-principles-that-transform

What an honour to be a guest contributor to Moving Sprit's fabulous blog on all things movement, fitness, and integrative health. If you are feeling mentally overloaded, check out the post for a few tools that may help lighten what you are carrying around each day.

Great article on the impact of environments and spaces on our opportunity for meaningful experiences. https://theconversation.com/is-your-experience-diet-making-

For anyone struggling with a change in health, my Daring Way facilitator colleague Linda Crawford shares from her own lived experience about the power of permission slips (something you will learn in Rising Strong and The Daring Way). A worthwhile and hope-filled read even if you aren't experiencing chronic pain.

We are hard-wired for connection! Dozens of studies have shown that people who have satisfying relationships with family, friends and their community are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer. https://www.nytimes.com//having-friends-is-good-for-you.ht

This interview just warms my OT heart . Well worth a listen if you are an OT, person experiencing persistent pain, or curious about the OT approach with people experiencing persistent pain. Bronnie is a true master of her craft and is continuously learning and evolving practice. It is such a delight to hear her share her knowledge.

"The implication is clear: if you want meaning in work, then you need to work out how you can dent the universe in some way. Then go out there and do it." https://workingwithact.com//what-kind-of-life-purpose-lea/