Medicine and Compassion: A Tibetan Lama’s Guidance for Caregivers

Even the most upbeat caregiver is susceptible to burnout and depression. Written by a medical doctor and a Tibetan monk and teacher, Medicine and Compassion taps Tibetan Buddhism for matter-of-fact tools that caregivers can use to revitalize their spirits. For anyone facing tragedies such as a terminally ill relative, friends or family facing a long convalescence, or even acute rage at an illness, this timely book opens paths to renewed patience, kindness, and effectiveness.