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James Miller, DMin
Keynote Fee : Up to $5,000 plus expenses Fee Note Travels From: IN |
Topics
- Hospice / End of Life Care
- Home HealthCare
- Eldercare
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Beautiful Like Summer Flowers, Beautiful Like Autumn Leaves: A Tribute to End-of-Life Caregivers in Photography, Word, and MusicJim Miller's newest photographic presentation is designed especially for end-of-life workers. This program was originally created as a special evening performance at the 2005 Clinical Conference of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. Jim first makes introductory comments, explaining the purpose behind the presentation and introduces Rabindranath Tagore as a person and writer. He then begins speaking about the beauty of life, calling upon four quotations from Tagore, elaborating with his own words, while showing spectacular photographic images arranged by various artistic themes and expressions. Later Jim introduces and develops the second half of Tagore's main quotation: "Let death be beautiful as autumn leaves." After developing these ideas in more detail, Jim explains that he believes in our culture today there is that group of people who resonate with Tagore's ideas more than most, and that group is end-of-life caregivers. He then proceeds to speak simply and straightforwardly about what he has learned about work these people perform, which he has picked up by listening to them talk and by watching them work. The final half of the program concludes with his introduction of a very special song: "The Light of Day." He explains that the words are written as if a dying person were speaking to their end-of-life caregiver, communicating what is important for them to say. Some of the strongest images in the entire presentation are reserved for this section. As the song concludes, Jim closes with his final message to caregivers.
The Art of Being a Healing Presence The Art of Listening in a Healing Way The Grit and Grace of Being a Caregiver Helping People Manage Change Spirituality and the Healthcare Professional Spirituality in the WorkplaceSpeaker Information
Jim Miller, M.Div., D.Min., is an inspirational speaker and award-winning photographer who provides visual inspiration while his words and music inform, invigorate and refresh the heart and soul. Healthcare professionals and caregivers come away from his programs feeling affirmed in their respective roles as a healing presence, facilitating loss & grief and managing life transitions.
In his aging program, Jim shares his 11 principles for finding meaning in life's later years. His on-site talks, presentations, and keynote addresses build on his skills as a speaker, photographer, counselor, and spiritual director. Jim's goal is always to provide helpful information incorporating recent research, wisdom from the ages, and people's personal experiences, including his own.
Jim's messages are supported by award winning photography for a highly professional and inspiring effect. He conducts trainings and leads workshops for hospitals, hospices, organizations, and congregations on a host of subjects including: healing presence, healing listening, caregiving, loss and grief, managing transition and caring for others spiritually.
Testimonials
"Certainly the standing ovation Dr. Miller received at the end of the day portrays the effect he had on the participants. He provided us with a fulfilling day of learning that was as practical as it was inspirational."
- Ottawa Hospice Palliative Care
"Jim's visit was instrumental in improving morale and increasing awareness of the need for open communication. His photography, text and music worked together to bring home much that is central and essential to hospice workers. The piece on healing listening was much needed and brilliantly done. The portion of the presentation that moved our staff members the most was the one involving the faces of real hospice staff; this made people feel affirmed and validated--especially nurses, CNA's, social workers, and chaplains. We are grateful for the time and gifts he shared with us!"
- VistaCare
"Jim connects with an audience at a personal level. While his expertise and knowledge are obvious, his presentation is that of a good friend who has come to visit. He allows time for the audience to share part of their experiences and he listens as though he has nothing more important to do."
- INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center
"Jim was an overwhelming success...He artfully weaves content, personal reflection and group dialogue in order to invite a maximum learning experience."
- Centura Health System
"Jim's presentation both informed and inspired participants with the beauty of his photography and the sensitive, informed presentation of his thoughts about spirituality and healthcare professionals."
- St. Francis Health Services
"Jim's was one of the best presentations on the topic of spirituality and the healthcare professional that I have heard in my fifteen years in the hospice field. Our CEO was so pleased with his presentation that she asked to have the subject included in the orientation of every new employee."
- Norwalk Hospital
"What an uplifting presentation! One of our nurses stated, 'This reaffirmed for me why I became a nurse.' The beautiful photography created a serene environment for healing. I highly recommend this program for healthcare professionals who desire to connect with and reaffirm their calling to health service."
- Sparrow Health System
"I have been coordinating conferences for ten years and this presentation was tops!"
- Clarkson College
"The place is still buzzing with the excitement of Jim's presentation. His presentation was so well done: polished, well organized, thoughtful, insightful, informative."
- Clarkson Hospital