Cake Decorating as Occupation: Meaning and Motivation

Scheerer, Carol R.; Cahill, Laura G.; Kirby, Kelly; Lane, Jessica

doi:10.1080/14427591.2004.9686533

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“…Other authors have discussed the role motivation plays in occupational engagement (Emmerson, 1998;Jacob, Guptill, & Sumsion, 2009;Scheerer, Cahill, Kirby, & Lane, 2004). The findings in this synthesis support and expand those of Scheerer et al (2004), who identified that motivation for occupational engagement may come from recognition by others of one's skill and receiving compliments, giving to others, and having options. Additionally, some motivational factors identified by Jacob et al (2009) such as needing to belong, and seeking a sense of accomplishment, were also findings in this study.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 69%

Occupational adaptation and identity reconstruction: A grounded theory synthesis of qualitative studies exploring adults’ experiences of adjustment to chronic disease, major illness or injury

Walder

Molineux

2017

Journal of Occupational Science

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 69%

Occupational adaptation and identity reconstruction: A grounded theory synthesis of qualitative studies exploring adults’ experiences of adjustment to chronic disease, major illness or injury

Walder

Molineux

2017

Journal of Occupational Science

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“…The occupational science literature indicates that there is a growing interest in phenomenology as a methodological approach (Barber, 2004;Beagan & Saunders, 2005;Devine & Nolan, 2007;Downs, 2008;Gallew & Mu, 2004;Lin, Kirsh, Polatajko, & Seto, 2009;Mahoney & Roberts, 2009;Matuska & Erickson, 2008;McLaughlin Gray, 1997;Pearson, 1996;Scheerer, Cahill, Kirby & Lane, 2004;Wright, Sadlo & Stew, 2007). In the Journal of Occupational Science, two theoretical articles by Barber (2004) and McLaughlin Gray (1997) have specifically focused on phenomenology as a methodology and its implications for occupational A version of this chapter has been accepted for publication (Park Lala, A., & Kinsella, E.A.…”

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A Phenomenological Inquiry into the Embodied Nature of Occupation at End of Life

Lala¹,

Kinsella²

2011

Can J Occup Ther

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The current Canadian milieu depicts a rapidly growing demographic of aging Canadians in need of end-of-life support; however, limited funding and resources are available to provide access to these services. The question of how to foster quality endof-life experiences for people who are terminally ill within this constrained context requires attention. Terminally ill individuals have articulated the inability to engage in activities that make life enjoyable as a factor influencing their decision to hasten their deaths. While occupational scientists and occupational therapists propose that occupation is a basic human need across the lifespan, there is limited understanding of the role of occupation at end-of-life, and its potential to facilitate meaningful end-of-life experiences.The purpose of this work was to examine the embodied nature of occupation at end-oflife, from the perspectives of Canadians 60 years of age or older who are diagnosed with a terminal illness. A phenomenological approach, with a focus on embodiment, was adopted for this study. In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted with eight participants. Data collection also involved close, participative observation, embodied methods, and reflexive journaling. Data analysis involved a hermeneutic process utilizing processes of detailed, selective and holistic analysis.This work is comprised of four integrated manuscripts. The first offers a systematic literature review that investigates what has been published about death and dying in the occupation-based literature. The second investigates phenomenology as a fruitful methodological approach for the study of human occupation. The third manuscript reports on an empirical study that examines the embodied nature of occupation at end-ofiv life, and presents the following six emergent findings; participants described orientations toward occupations that involved: living with death, reworking everyday life, being guided by the will of the body, focusing on relationships, attending to the small things, and engaging existential orientations. The final manuscript explores embodied phenomenological research as a methodological approach for qualitative research practices.The thesis contributes to knowledge about human occupation at end-of-life and offers a starting point to guide care practices that are attentive to the lived dimensions of occupation in this life stage.

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“…This emotional sense of time passing in a deeply enjoyable way has been reported from many non-musical occupations too. For example, Scheerer et al (2004), in their study about cake decorating, reported participants' feelings of ecstasy and detachment from their surroundings whilst engaging in the occupation. These experiences constitute what Csikszentmihalyi (1990) termed 'flow', a state where nothing else seems to matter.…”

Section: Spiritual and Emotional Significancementioning

confidence: 99%

The Personal Meaning of Music Making to Maltese Band Musicians

Roberts

Farrugia²

2013

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Introduction:Occupations are known to be imbued with personal, social and cultural meaning. Although there is a growing body of research on the meaning of specific occupations, little attention has been given to the personal meaning of music making as an occupation. This study aimed to explore the personal meaning of engagement in an occupation embedded in a culture by studying music making in Maltese band musicians. Determining the subjective meaning of engagement in an occupation helps to explain why people do what they do and what benefit is derived.Method: A qualitative study guided by the principles of grounded theory was conducted with 12 band musicians, using a semi-structured interview. Data were recorded, transcribed and analysed using the principles of grounded theory.Findings: Three main categories of meaning emerged: the personal meaning of playing in a band, including spiritual and emotional significance; social and cultural connectedness; and the effect of music making on self-identity and personal health.Conclusion: It was evident that there was an important and dynamic connection between the occupation of music making, the individual musician and the social and cultural environment. This interconnection created a feeling of wellbeing and belonging and emphasised the therapeutic value of music making in a band.Reference: Roberts AEK, Farrugia MD (2013) The personal meaning of music making to Maltese band musicians.

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Cake Decorating as Occupation: Meaning and Motivation

Cited by 24 publications

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Occupational adaptation and identity reconstruction: A grounded theory synthesis of qualitative studies exploring adults’ experiences of adjustment to chronic disease, major illness or injury

Occupational adaptation and identity reconstruction: A grounded theory synthesis of qualitative studies exploring adults’ experiences of adjustment to chronic disease, major illness or injury

A Phenomenological Inquiry into the Embodied Nature of Occupation at End of Life

The Personal Meaning of Music Making to Maltese Band Musicians

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