Abstract

Over the past decades reflection has taken centre stage in nursing education. However it is easy to get stuck in a superficial cycle of storytelling and self examination without getting any further insights into your own practice and abilities. Reflection for Nursing Life starts with a basic introduction to reflective practice and moves on to look at more critical perspectives with guidance for reflecting on the complex realities of practice. The text is designed to support a deeper understanding of the value of reflection and its relationship with the needs of practice. Beginning with discussions on self awareness and the reflective cycle, the book goes on to explore ideas about critical incidents, critical reflection models and transformational learning. Cutting edge neuro-scientific research and emotional intelligence and labour in healthcare are integrated within mainstream reflective practice, drawing on both new and established ways of guided learning and professional judgement.