Events & Programs
"As I looked at the causes and conditions that had led me into burnout, I learned an important truth: that my sense of well-being was not dependent on situations, relationships or any outer circumstances. My well-being was directly related to the quality of my inner life."
—Dr. Alan Shelton, Transforming Burnout
"I just wanted to say thank you again for the wonderful presentation you did this weekend. The general consensus was that we all got more from your program than anything we'd done in a long time! . . .We would recommend you to anybody looking for ways to combat burnout and just stress in general."
—B. Orvis
"On behalf of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), thank you for presenting Transforming Burnout and Relational Enthusiastic Care at the November 2009 Loan Repayor Orientation Conference in Tampa, FL. The information you shared was insightful and valuable to the Loan Repayors that attended.
We believe that your presentation inspired and motivated the participants to continue providing health care to underserved populations and furthering the mission of the Corps. Your knowledge and expertise enhanced the overall success of this conference."
-Raymond F. Lala, National Health Service Corps
Dr. Shelton's Calendar
2010 Events
February 4-6 National Health Service Corps, San Antonio, TX
March 10 University of Washington Sociology, Tacoma, WA
March 17 University of Washington Faculty Development, Seattle, WA
March 22 Multicare Nurse Residents, Tacoma, WA
March 25-27 National Health Service Corps, Tampa, FL
April 15 Multicare, Tacoma, WA
May 7 Pierce County Nurses Banquet, Tacoma, WA
May 15 Multicare Nurse Residents, Tacoma, WA
July 26 Multicare Nurse Residents, Tacoma, WA
August 25-27 National Health Service Corps, Tampa, FL
September 20 Multicare Nurse Residents, Tacoma, WA
November 22 Multicare Nurse Residents, Tacoma, WA
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Schedule a Workshop or Presentation
Would you like to find out about scheduling Dr. Alan Shelton to offer a Transforming Burnout program in your area? Kristine Shelton will assist you in organizing dates and fees, and will attempt to answer any question you may have. E-mail us if you'd like to get more information or invite Dr. Shelton to speak.
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Programs with Alan Shelton, MD
A. Keynote Presentation: Transforming Burnout––A Story of Renewal
This is the presentation by Dr. Shelton of his personal story of burnout and loss of enthusiasm for his work. A chance encounter with a traditional healer started his exploration of the spiritual dimension and its place in wellness. He tells how the development of a practical spirituality can profoundly impact attitude and energy at the work place and how this led to his recovery. Using the simple methods that Dr. Shelton offers, anyone can renew and reclaim their enjoyment of work and their love of life. (60-75 minutes)
B. Workshops 1. Transforming Burnout: Are You Burned Out at Work?
Participants will learn the most common causes of burnout. Reviewing their own wellness circle, participants will discover areas where their work life may be out of balance. Using the personal wellness circle, participants will learn different approaches toward resolution of burnout. Each participant will develop a personal plan to transform their burnout to enthusiasm.
2. Reclaiming Your Enthusiasm and Energy at Work
Participants will explore ways in which their energy can become depleted or enhanced at work, while reconnecting with their passions and gifts. We will then explore how these gifts can be brought to the workplace. Participants will learn the impact of spirituality on enthusiasm, presented through actual case examples.
3. Burnout Prevention: Why Spirituality Belongs in the Workplace
Participants will discuss and explore differences between spirituality and religion. To explore how participants' own spirituality may be nourished and enhanced, we will focus on these key areas––sense of call, attitude, expectations, and the desire for control. In each area we will see how spirituality can have a decidedly positive impact on the workplace. Each participant will leave with a plan for bringing some aspect of their own spirituality to their workplace, with the intention of having a positive influence on the work environment.
4. Life Balance for Health Care Providers: Entering the Wellness Circle
Participants will learn the special set of issues that frequently promote burnout among health care workers. Through discussion of a more complete and balanced definition of "wellness," participants will learn about the Wellness Circle. Participants will explore the importance of spiritual connection in moving toward a balanced life, through journaling responses to lifestyle questions. Participants will have the opportunity to share their discoveries with each other. Through a powerfully guided process, participants will consider ways to bring key attributes of wellness and life balance––gratitude, forgiveness, and peace of mind––into difficult areas of their work.
5. Simple Steps to Life Renewal: Developing a Spiritual Practice
Various models of meditation and prayer will be presented, modeled, and experienced by presenter and participants. By exploring how different spiritual practices may enhance a sense of connectedness to all of life, participants will discover a particular practice that fits their lifestyle and personal inclinations. Participants will learn the Three Great Gifts of Spirituality: purpose, presence and power. Through stories and case examples, participants will discover how developing a spiritual practice can bestow these gifts and enhance their sense of energy and enthusiasm for their work and for every area of life.
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