My Articles by Theme

These articles are about more than clinical skills or quick fixes. They’re about the heart of nursing—learning how to stay resilient, purposeful, and fulfilled while building a career that makes a difference.

This isn’t a random collection of articles. It’s an organized body of work, grouped around the themes that matter most to nurses today: burnout and resilience, career growth, mindfulness in action, leadership, and clinical confidence.

Each theme is a thread. Together, they weave the bigger story of how to thrive in nursing—both at the bedside and beyond.

If you’re looking for fluff, you won’t find it here. What you’ll find are the hard-won truths, practical strategies, and mindful reflections I’ve gathered from over forty-five years as a critical care nurse and educator.

These articles are also the foundation behind my book, The Art of Mindful Nursing Primer. If you find an idea here that speaks to you, you’ll discover even more practical tools, encouragement, and depth in the book. —MGK

Burnout doesn’t mean you’re weak—it means you’re human. Every nurse feels the weight of the work at some point. These articles focus on recognizing the signs, building resilience, and finding ways to stay strong in body, mind, and spirit.

Navigating Hurt Feelings – A Nurse’s Guide to Emotional Resilience
How to handle conflict and criticism without losing your confidence.

Nursing Unmasked: The Harsh Realities That Will Break You—Unless You’re Ready 

A candid look at what nursing really demands.
 

Rediscovering Confidence – A Nurse’s Guide to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Breaking free from doubt so you can practice with strength.
 

The Resilient Nurse – Mastering Balance and Emotional Strength
Building the inner toughness to thrive through challenges.
 

The Strength in Rebuilding – A Personal Story Nurses Helped Shape
A real example of resilience, and the role nurses play in healing.
 

The Strength It Takes to Stay Kind in Nursing
Why staying kind in tough environments is a deeper form of courage.

Whether you’re a new nurse or decades into your career, growth doesn’t stop. These articles are about building influence, earning respect, and finding opportunities beyond the bedside. Professional success isn’t accidental—it’s intentional.

5 Ways Smart Nurses Speak to Be Heard, Respected, and Trusted 

Communication habits that establish your authority.

Be the Nurse Everyone Turns To – Lead with Impact 

Practical steps to become the trusted voice on your unit.

Nursing Success Secrets – Mastering the Art of a Rewarding Career 

Keys to building a fulfilling long-term nursing career.

The Nursing Edge – How Crafting a Personal Philosophy Can Propel Your Career 

Why defining your nursing philosophy can set you apart.

The Work-Life Balance Nurse – How to Find Jobs That Fit Your Lifestyle in Retirement 

Options for later-career nurses who want flexibility.

Clinical clarity builds confidence—and confidence keeps patients (and you) safe. These pieces tackle high-stress moments and common legal questions with simple, practical guidance.

10 AED Myths Still Circulating in Clinical Settings
The most persistent AED misconceptions—debunked so you can act fast and correctly.
 

Navigating Your First Code Blue – A Survival Guide for New Nurses
What to expect, where to stand, and how to keep your head when seconds matter.

The Good Samaritan Law – How, When, and Why It Applies to Nurses 

How to protect yourself while helping outside of work.
 

Treating Unstable Bradycardia
A quick, nurse-focused overview of what to watch for and how to respond.
 

Unmasking the Myths – What Every Nurse Needs to Know About the Good Samaritan Law
Clearing up the most common misunderstandings that lead to hesitation.

Leadership in nursing doesn’t come only with a title. It’s about presence, trust, and setting the tone for others. These articles highlight how boundaries, philosophy, and confidence translate into everyday leadership.

Guarding the Caregiver – The Power of Boundaries in Nursing 

Why leadership starts with protecting yourself first.

Professional Boundaries – What Nurses Should Keep Private 

Maintaining authority and professionalism by setting limits.

Reignite Your Nursing Passion – Rediscover Florence Nightingale’s Notes on Nursing 

What Nightingale’s wisdom teaches about purpose-driven leadership.

Signs It’s Time to Go – When Nurses Should Consider Leaving Their Job (Not the Profession) 

Recognizing when leaving your current job is the stronger leadership choice.

Starting Your Nursing Career – How Florence Nightingale’s Notes on Nursing Can Guide You 

Classic leadership lessons for new nurses beginning their journey.

Mindfulness isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a practical skill that helps nurses stay calm, clear, and compassionate in the middle of chaos. These articles share ways to use mindfulness during your shift and in your personal life.

Finding Peace in the Hustle – A Nurse’s Guide to Rest and Joy 

How to reclaim joy and balance in your daily work.

Grounded in Grace – Mindful Nursing for Calmness and Clarity

Finding peace through mindfulness and grace under pressure.

Is Mindfulness Missing from Your Nursing Practice? 

How to know if you’re running on autopilot—and reset.

Mindful Boundaries – Balancing Work and Personal Life 

Setting limits with mindfulness as your guide.

Mindful Nursing vs. Holistic Nursing – Understanding the Connection 

Clarifying the overlap and differences between approaches.

Mindfulness for the Skeptical, Hard-as-Nails Nurse 

A tough-love approach to mindfulness for real-world nurses.

Nurses – Making the World a Better Place to Live, Laugh, and Love 

A reflection on nursing’s joy and deeper purpose.

Serenity in Scrubs – Mindfulness for Mental Health 

Mindfulness practices that protect your mental health.

Words That Heal – Mindful Communication for Nurses 

The healing power of mindful language with patients and colleagues.