Each day always brings something new to a nurse. It may be new patients, new colleagues, new cases, or even new diseases. This is why we always have a story to tell at the end of a long and tiring shift.  In this episode, long-time nurse Emma Gracie shares how she collected stories from personal experiences, from fellow nurses and from patients, and used them to launch a successful blog and a new book. Join us as we share and dive deep into some of these stories of beginnings, self care, and inspiration. TOPICS WE DISCUSSED INCLUDE: All about Emma’s journey (03:48) The stories that started the journey towards nursing (09:53) Yoga as a non-negotiable practice (13:47) “Me-time” as indulgent self-care (16:03) Children and elderly patients as sources of inspiration (18:49) A story about not being afraid even during a war (19:43) A story about resilience (21:15) A story about slowing down (22:15) Spend time with nature (24:02) Be present in the moment (24:43) Stories about appreciating the moment (27:01) CONNECT WITH EMMA GRACIE Blue Girl: Nursing Beyond the Ward Blue Girl Nurse Connect with Emma on Instagram and Twitter Connect with Emma on Facebook  CONNECT WITH ELAINA MULLERY HappyNurse.com.au Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Subscribe to my Youtube channel