The Oz Principle ~ Roger Connors, Tom Smith & Craig Hickman

The Oz Principle is a book whose main theme I have used many times over the years. The authors use the story of the Wizard of Oz to explain the principle of allowing people to discover the power and capabilities they have for themselves.

Recall that the Wizard did not give anything to the characters which they didn't already have. I think in health care it is particularly important that we not get so wrapped up in doing things for people that we forget to encourage them to help themselves. This book emphasizes empowerment and personal accountability.

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Dwight Bennett
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