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Kitchen Table Wisdom: Stories That Heal Paperback – August 1, 1997

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Enthusiastically praised by everyone from Bernie Siegel to Daniel Goleman to Larry Dossey, Rachel Remen has a unique perspective on healing rooted in her background as a physician, a professor of medicine, a therapist, and a long-term survivor of chronic illness. A deeply moving and down-to-earth collection of true stories, this prominent physician shows us life in all its power and mystery and reminds us that the things we cannot measure may be the things that ultimately sustain and enrich our lives. Kitchen Table Wisdom addresses spiritual issues-suffering, meaning, love, faith, courage, and miracles-in the language and authority of our own life experience.

Foreword by Dean Ornish, M.D.

"This is a beautiful book about life, the only true teacher."-Bernie Siegel, M.D.

"Rachel Naomi Remen is nature's gift to us, a genius of that elusive and crucial capacity, the human heart. She has much to teach us about healing, loving, and living."-Daniel Goleman, Ph.D., author of Emotional Intelligence

"A great healer and a living saint."-Larry Dossey, M.D.

"Heartfelt...compassionate and courageous."-Publishers Weekly

"I recommend this book highly to everyone."-Deepak Chopra, M.D.
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    August 1, 1997
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  6. ISBN-10
    1573226106
  7. ISBN-13
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Rachel Naomi Remen, M.D. is a pioneer in training physicians in relationship-centered care and has been in the private practice of psycho-oncology for the past 20 years. A former faculty member at the Stanford School of Medicine, she is also cofounder and medical director of the Commonweal Cancer Help Program in Bolinas, California, which was featured on Bill Moyers's PBS special "Healing and the Mind." She is currently the clinical professor of family and community medicine at the University of California at San Francisco.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Riverhead Trade (August 1, 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1573226106
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1573226103
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.56 x 0.97 x 8.16 inches
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Rachel Naomi Remen, M.D., has been counseling those with chronic and terminal illness for more than twenty years. She is co-founder and medical director of the Commonweal Cancer Help Program in Bolinas, California and is currently clinical professor of family and community medicine at the University of California at San Francisco School of Medicine.

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Peter Kamenik
5.0 out of 5 stars Kitchen Table Wisdom
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024
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This book came into my possession by way of a patient who left in the doctor's waiting room. My girlfriend's son, who works in the doctor's office, tried to return it to her. She told him to keep it. He thought of me knowing that I would appreciate such a book. It was a God send at a time I needed it. The wisdom brought me comfort as started doubting that I had made the right decision about my heart surgery. It is an amazing book.
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Karen Thoms
5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom Wrapped In A Story
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2014
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If I was sitting across the table and complaining to Rachel Remen about something going on in my life, I am certain she would give me a pearl of wisdom wrapped in a story. Not only am I wiser for the reading of Kitchen Table Wisdom, I am more human.

This book contains approximately eighty extremely short stories from Remen’s counseling practice, primarily with cancer patients. Many passages left me with tears in my eyes. And though the stories were about her patients and coworkers aha moments, it was I who was illuminated. I cried over my negative attitudes and my courage.

Remen exposed me to myself by telling stories of her own experiences as a physician, and then as a counselor. She went to medical school at a time when there were not many women doctors. In order to be successful, she covered over her own tenderness with clinical expertise. Through turns of circumstances interspersed in the book, she uncovered much of the softness that her Jewish grandfather had instilled in her.

Her transparency about her own journey is refreshing, which in turn suggests to the reader that they, too, may have something to discover about their own life.

I was particularly moved by a story of a male patient in the final stages of cancer. What he loved more than anything about seeing his oncologist, he told Remen, were the conversations they would have at the end of his appointments. This doctor was the only person in his life who he felt completely understood what he was going through. Eventually his doctor said there was nothing more he could do; though additional chemotherapy might prolong his life. He did not want more chemotherapy, so the doctor released him from his care. He was devastated; yet he resumed treatments just to have those short conversations! The story continues. Remen is also the counselor of the man’s oncologist. This doctor came to Remen because he felt his life did not matter. He believed if he died no one would miss him!

In three pages, I have been given a beautiful story. Inside the story I see more clearly the value of listening to others with an open heart. And though Remen cannot tell the oncologist of the great impact he was making on one man’s life, she does tell me that even if I cannot see it, my life is significant to someone.

Kitchen Table Wisdom is a must read for everyone who desires to expand their humanness.

Thank you, Dr. Remen, for many hours of personal counseling.
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Eileen
5.0 out of 5 stars Thoughtful andethought provoking
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2024
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In the last year of my Mom's life we read through this book together. It opened spaces for deep discussions.
The writer has the gift of presenting experiences that are relatable and poignant.
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Adrienne C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational Book and Quality of paper and paper cover excellent
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2024
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I found out about this author through a seminar on writing memoirs. It is filled with a personal witnessing of life, the human spirit in facing cancer as the healer and patient; and touching stories about her personal life and inspirations.
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Evelyn
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book
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Good book with a lot of things and situations and insights.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024
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This is my second copy. Not sure where my first is but this is a great one to have on hand. Love love love this book
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Diva
5.0 out of 5 stars This is awesome for those who are suffering from a long term ...
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I have not finished this book yet, there is so much information to think about that I am taking my time.. I ordered the paperback this time for I am a reader who likes to make notes or underline the important areas that I want to go back and re-read. I am reading this with another person and take sections at a time for discussion. We may have different points of view on the subject that is written but both of us come away with a positive outlook and gain from each other. This is awesome for those who are suffering from a long term or even a short term illness and it does not have the get quick solutions to cure you. The book is for your heart and soul, things to think about without getting into religious controversy but everyday living with a positive outlook that helps to be positive about yourself. It seems that this book was written for each individual that are on a steep journey of life no matter what the illness or even a simple problem may be. What a great book for a book club or any individual that just have to deal with everyday living, that includes all of us. It is beautifully written.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
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Sage Advice! I know Chaplains and clergy that use this wonderful book!
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LORENA ISABEL NUÑEZ RAMOS
5.0 out of 5 stars Stories that heal
Reviewed in Mexico on January 24, 2021
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One of the most healing books I've ever read. If you are a healthcare professional, Rachel Remen's book is a must. The power of life in every word will help you to keep on walking.
If you (like me) are not a healthcare professional, this book will still fill you with a great sense of connectedness to humankind.
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Zubin
5.0 out of 5 stars Humanness at its best
Reviewed in the Netherlands on August 7, 2022
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I have SO ENJOYED this book! So much Life Wisdom packed into easy to read stories. Thank you Rachel Naomi for sharing some of the Wisdom you have gleaned through life and through your work and the way you have worked. Fully recommended 💛👍🏾💛
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2018
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One of my favourite books now. Engaging and satisfying for any spiritual reader.
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Charu
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice stories to read at bedtime.
Reviewed in India on September 20, 2017
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I have read these stories twice with a break in between. Thoroughly enjoyed them and learnt a deeper meaning of life. I suspect that I'll read these stories again.
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Marianella Sclavi
5.0 out of 5 stars una rivoluzione cultural molecolare nel sistema giudiziario
Reviewed in Italy on January 3, 2017
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Nancy J Cameron : Pratica Colloborativa, approfondiamo il dialogo.
Un percorso innovativo nei conflitti familiari. A cura di Cristina Mordiglia.

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Questo libro è al tempo stesso un manuale e un racconto affascinante di come è emerso e si sta affermando nel mondo occidentale il “diritto collaborativo” , ovvero un metodo non contenzioso di risolvere i conflitti, fuori dalle aule dei tribunali, promosso da gruppi sempre più numerosi di avvocati ( in grandissima maggioranza avvocatesse ) che operano in particolare nell’area delle crisi familiari, dalle separazioni ai divorzi, alle successioni. E’ la descrizione - nientedimeno che - di una rivoluzione molecolare culturale e strutturale del sistema di diritto legale in occidente.
Una rivoluzione che sostituisce all’etica del diritto, l’etica della cura, alla risoluzione dei conflitti delegata ad altri, la possibilità di utilizzare le crisi per apprendere a gestire in prima persona i conflitti in modo creativo e trovare col coniuge un accordo partecipato che mette al primo posto l’interesse e benessere dei figli e la capacità dei genitori di collaborare anche se ( o proprio perché ) separati.
Se vi chiedete come è possibile abbattere questo Moloch, da dove si comincia a cambiarlo ? In questo libro trovate una risposta che travalica la categoria del diritto di famiglia e coinvolge quasi tutti. La risposta è: prendete sul serio il vostro perdurante senso di disagio. Chiedetevi , come fa Nancy Cameron: “Come posso impostare la mia vita professionale in modo che non sia un buco nero che minaccia di inghiottire tutte le altre aree della mia vita che mi danno gratificazione ? “ E per contro: “ Voglio un lavoro che sia intellettualmente stimolante; voglio continuare a imparare e sviluppare le mie capacità e che queste competenze possano integrare la mia vita personale” . Sappiate che se non osate prendere sul serio i vostri desideri state rinunciando non solo a rendere il vostro lavoro più interessante e utile per voi, ma anche per tutti coloro con cui interagite sia nel lavoro che nella vita sociale e privata. Penso al lavoro nelle scuole, nella PA, negli ospedali e luoghi di cura e assistenza.
Il libro racconta come un numero sempre più numeroso sia di avvocati che di coppie in crisi si imbarca su questa strada che ha ormai una serie di appoggi e reti a livello internazionale e nazionale. Dai corsi di formazione periodici, ai lavori in team, alle associazioni: la International Accademy of Collaborative Professionals ( fondata nel 2000) e la sezione italiana con sito: www.praticacollaborativa.it ( fondata nel 2010) .
Dal 1990 ad oggi, quando l’avvocato Stuart Webb nello stato del Minnesota vedendo le conseguenze disastrose sulla vita dei coniugi e dei loro figli dei procedimenti legali dominanti ( sempre più costosi, procrastinati e inefficaci ) dichiarò “ non metterò più piede in tribunale “ per inaugurare una modalità di advocacy alternativa capace di aiutare le parti ad acquisire quelle capacità di ascolto attivo e gestione creativa dei conflitti di cui mancavano e di cui avrebbero avuto bisogno nella vita futura, il movimento collaborativo si è diffuso in tutto il mondo coinvolgendo oltre 5000 professionisti iscritti al IACP appartenenti a 24 diversi paesi.
Stuard Webb era buddista e la maggior parte degli avvocati più attivi nella rete sono donne. E ciononostante stanno decisamente sgretolando il Leviatano. Tirate voi la morale della favola.
Da parte mia, se devo estrarre l’ingrediente principale di questo successo, lo formulerei così: fondamentale ( non solo per gli avvocati, ma per tutti gli altri professionisti ) è il corso di formazione alla pratica collaborativa e iniziare a parlare di risoluzione alternativa delle controversie e dei conflitti “ ad ogni cliente che entra nel vostro ufficio. ”
Il cliente ( lo studente ? Il malato ? il cittadino ? ) nella pratìca collaborativa è protagonista e può esserlo solo se ha capito quali sono le opzioni : come funziona il sistema burocratico e gerarchico dominante e che esistono altre opzioni nelle quali non è trattato come un minus habens e non deve trattare chi la pensa diversamente o chi è diverso come nemici.
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