Denise Webster Libri

Chronic illness and pain are increasingly recognized as significant challenges in healthcare, affecting over 80 million Americans. Using "Robinson Crusoe" as a metaphor, the book explores the isolation faced by patients navigating their chronic conditions. It offers a blend of therapeutic approaches and practical tools to help individuals set goals and track progress. By prioritizing self-care, the authors aim to empower patients and alleviate the feelings of helplessness experienced by them and their loved ones.

The story follows siblings Samuel and GiGi as they spend a memorable summer with their Baba. Their adventures lead them to discover a unique tree that symbolizes their Grandmother's love, unveiling a magical connection to their family and the world around them. Through this journey, they learn about love, nature, and the special bonds that tie them together.

Chronic illness and pain are now, more than ever, seen asas major problems in the current health care system. Because they are unresponsive to both antibiotics and surgery, theyr are seen as elusive and mysterious. The National Medical Expenditure Survey estimates that over 80 million U.S. citizens live with a chronic illness. The most prevalent are arthritis, diabetes, respiratory diseases, hypertension and mental illness. This book uses the novel Robinson Crusoe as an archetypal metaphor for the patients who must learn to survive on their own isolated "island" of chronic pain. This unique style is combined with a variety of in-session approaches and other tools which clients have found helpful in identifying their goals and progress. By emphasizing the importance of self-care the authors hope to diminish the sense of helplessness felt by the both the patients their loved ones.