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Patients' page: under development!

We'd like to dedicate this page to patients themselves, and to the things that people told us helped them with their recovery. Some people told us about a renewed sense of purpose or creativity; some tell us about a different sense of spirituality (not just in the traditional sense), and others feel a strong urge to "give something back".

We know from speaking with people that different things can help eg writing, poetry, reading inspirational books, drawing, painting, film-making, etc. Others resume previous hobbies such as photography, or take up new activities such as gardening, volunteering, etc.

We'd like to help make patients and their families aware of anything and everything that helps! Please do get in touch if you'd like to share your thoughts and experiences, or if you'd like to share some of the materials that helped you on this website. We'd love to hear from you.

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Document: My epic journey: a poem by a former patient

This is a touching, insightful and inspiring poem written by Rose about her time in Intensive Care and beyond.She has very kindly given permission for us to include it here. My epic journey; a poem by Rose Fraser Edinburgh Time stood still 27 March 2013 At the Royal Infirmary Another world was dark Not knowing was sad Voices, voices repeated Time will test your desire How much do you want to live? Noises, echoes, echoes Ice-cream, Ice-cream Chocolate,...

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One step at a time One day at a time One hour at a time

Video: Psalm The Lord's my Shepherd.mp4

23rd Psalm The Lord's my shepherd, I'll not want; He makes me down to lie In pastures green; he leadeth me The quiet waters by. My soul he doth restore again, And me to walk doth make Within the paths of righteousness, E'en for his own name's sake. Yea, though I walk in death's dark vale, Yet will I fear no ill: For thou art with me, and thy rod And staff me comfort still. My table thou hast furnished In presence of my foes; My head...

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Recovery is a process. It takes time. It takes patience. It takes everything you’ve got.

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Recovery Don’t feel disillusioned by where you are now Your progress is good enough It’s meaningful It’s on time Though everything may go unacknowledged Every silent step is movement In the right direction When it feels as though Everyone is going forward And you’re being pulled back by Your own demons or your past Remember that every moment in this journey Will play its part in the greater narrative – What a beautiful story to...