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Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul Second Dose: More Stories to Honor and Inspire Nurses
Nearly one million people have been touched by the stories in the first edition of Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul. Now this second edition ministers to millionsmore! Most people don't become nurses because of the pay, working conditions, or the convenient hours. Men and women become nurses because they want to make a difference in the lives of others through the use of their compassionate skills and hard work. Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul, Second Dose, underscores why nurses enter the profession . . . and why they stay. This collection of true stories encourages, uplifts, and honors nurses; reenergizing them with hope, health, and healing during challenging times. Through laughter and tears, nurses share their memories and tales, inspiring and honoring one another as they continue their journey. You will be moved by the heartwarming revelations of nurses who have just started out in the field, as well as by veteran nurses who share their experiences of making a difference in the lives of their patients.
- GenresMedicalNursingNonfiction
329 pages, Paperback
First published October 23, 2007
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About the author
Jack Canfield
1,286 books1,748 followersJack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.
Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.
In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.
Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.
Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.
Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.
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March 17, 2017
It always seems that about halfway through the semester, I need a reminder of why I want to go into nursing. And this book did not disappoint.
I cried during the stories. I laughed. I sat back and thought about the impact we can make as nurses.
I liked that there was a variety of stories and a variety of perspectives. It's sometimes nice to hear from patients rather than only from other nurses.
Overall, this book was just what I needed as I gear up for my last seven weeks of nursing school.
I cried during the stories. I laughed. I sat back and thought about the impact we can make as nurses.
I liked that there was a variety of stories and a variety of perspectives. It's sometimes nice to hear from patients rather than only from other nurses.
Overall, this book was just what I needed as I gear up for my last seven weeks of nursing school.
June 30, 2015
Wow! I found this to be surprisingly moving, poignant and heartening. A great read for any nurse, whether "seasoned" like this one (20+ years) or fresh out of school! It is truly lovely. ☺️
August 23, 2025
I really enjoyed this book so much. All of the stories shared touches the heart for sure. I have worked in private care and in skilled living myself and I treated all of my patients like family. There are so many beautiful true stories in this field for sure. I have a cousin and a friend who both are RNs and another friend who is an LPN. My mother in law served for years as a Nurse's Aid. It is definitely a field of giving. Chicken Soup is the perfect titles for these books and even the name is comforting. Thanks to everyone who shared stories in this book and for the people who wrote and published them. I think all of the books in this series should be read and cherished.
June 20, 2024
beautiful. i laughed, i cried and have never felt so understood. thank you fellow nurses.
August 17, 2011
I love reading Chicken Soup books at the gym before work and this one didn't disappoint. Working in the medical field, I was excited to see that there was a second volume for nurses, though I am not a nurse myself. This volume covers a wide range of nursing roles, from military nurses to hospice nurses to school nurses as well as a wide range of emotions.
While there weren't a whole lot of humorous stories, not unexpected for the subject matter, there were definitely some that made me smile in a heartwarming way. Likewise, there were definitely many stories which brought a tear to my eye.
If you are a nurse or know one, I highly recommend this book, as it is a reminder of all the wonderful things these men and women do when others are at their most vulnerable.
While there weren't a whole lot of humorous stories, not unexpected for the subject matter, there were definitely some that made me smile in a heartwarming way. Likewise, there were definitely many stories which brought a tear to my eye.
If you are a nurse or know one, I highly recommend this book, as it is a reminder of all the wonderful things these men and women do when others are at their most vulnerable.
February 12, 2013
This volume contains the tell-all experiences of nurses, from rookies to experts and it also covers a wide range of nursing roles from school nurse to hospice nurse as well as the experiences of patients themselves.
This book brought tears to eyes. Every pain is familiar and palpable. A dying patient. A newborn with extreme medical condition. Vehicular accidents. Patients with Cancer. Stories about hope, love and life. Somehow, I see right through them.
I'm a registered nurse and this book is the story of my life. :)
This book brought tears to eyes. Every pain is familiar and palpable. A dying patient. A newborn with extreme medical condition. Vehicular accidents. Patients with Cancer. Stories about hope, love and life. Somehow, I see right through them.
I'm a registered nurse and this book is the story of my life. :)
August 26, 2016
One of those midnight reads. A lot of stories about pregnancy and young children which seemed to make up the bulk of many chapters. Would have liked to see a few stories on chronic illness in there but perhaps that's reserved for another book?
A good read for people who need inspiration in times of sickness and suffering.
A good read for people who need inspiration in times of sickness and suffering.
March 15, 2009
I enjoy the short experience stories of this book. As a nurse, I relate to many of their experiences, so it brings back some good memories. There are some experiences that are funny but mostly very heart warming.
January 19, 2013
I think what I have read was the 'first dose'. Nonetheless, I love the stories and the quotations before the beginning of each story.
I like to read and to listen to stories about love, survival, hope etc..
I like to read and to listen to stories about love, survival, hope etc..
December 16, 2017
Loved this book and all the stories. At the time of writing this review, I am a nursing student and all these stories confirmed the many reasons why I chose to become a nurse. Some made me cry, all made me smile. I hope there will be a 3rd dose!
September 20, 2011
The story of "Oly God" was my favorite
January 30, 2012
Just as amazing as the first Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul! Heart warming stories and lots of tears!
May 9, 2012
Another good Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul book! Want to know what its like to be a nurse or in their shoes, give this one a read!
July 11, 2014
It's amazing book..
thank u chicken soup
thank u chicken soup
November 17, 2014
Inspiring and hopeful! :)
March 4, 2021
Awesome stories of the Nursing Life. I thoroughly enjoyed the book!
April 18, 2016
interesting stories
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October 24, 2016Wonderful stories about Nursing. This book has stories told from Nursing perspective and patient perspective. Tissue alert for some of the stories! Refreshing read!
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