healthcare Archives - Boynton Improv Education

The Role of Mindfulness Meditation in Skillful Responding

In this interview segment with Mindfulness Professor, Liz Korabek-Emerson, MFA, we talk about: The ripple effect of calm and stress. How our ability to regulate ourselves might actually be therapeutic for our patients and families who are vulnerable and stressed. How a meditation practice can be possible and simple! If we are willing to practice. And more!

Diving In: What Kingfishers Taught Me about Trust, Timing, & Medical Improv!

To Fly or Not to Fly? Last week, I was sitting on a bench overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, reflecting on the development of a self-paced course connected to The Medical…

Community & Belonging Emerge w/ Experiential Activities

Experiential activities from theatre improvisation, like Medical Improv, can enhance soft skills and foster community among healthcare staff. These activities, grounded in inclusivity, improve morale and reduce burnout. Resources include articles, webinars, and a toolkit for integrating these practices into various healthcare settings, promoting connection and resilience.

Resilience Beyond Self Care – Video Podcast

Resilience is a complex phenomenon involving individual and organizational factors! Individuals need skills associated with healthy personal, interprofessional and therapeutic boundaries and communication skills that empower them to have difficult…

Promote positive relationships among healthcare staff – STAT!

Even though relationships among healthcare professionals are critical, building them is a huge challenge for many leaders and managers. In this post, I'll describe nine reasons to prioritize it, four challenges you might face, and one relatively simple solution.