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Indonesian Nursing Values from the Lens of the Theory of Communion-in-Caring: A Future Invitation to an International Caring Dialogue and Collaboration CYRUZ P. TUPPAL; Setiawan, Arif Adi
Caring: Indonesian Journal of Nursing Science Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Caring: Indonesian Journal of Nursing Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/ijns.v6i2.17362

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Indonesian nursing holds a rich heritage that dates back centuries. Indonesian nurses have embraced a holistic approach to care, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This holistic perspective is deeply ingrained in our nursing values and informs our practice. This paper examines the pragmatic utility of the emerging Theory of Communion-in-Caring (TCIC), which invites Indonesian nurses to a caring dialogue for the theory's future advancement. In caring, communion refers to a deep and meaningful connection between individuals. It goes beyond superficial interactions and involves a genuine exchange of thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Communion is characterized by open-mindedness, vulnerability, and a willingness to truly engage with others. TCIC is an essential theory that can enhance and promote Indonesian caring values. By embracing this theory, individuals, particularly in the nursing profession, can foster stronger relationships with patients and others, thereby contributing to Indonesia's more compassionate and united society. Through these connections, healthcare professionals can embody the values of "gotong royong" (mutual assistance) and "silaturahmi" (building strong relationships), both of which are key to Indonesian culture.
A Transformative Paradigm for Relational Nursing: A Narrative Review of the Theory of Communion-in-Caring Pellacœur, Leah Kalayaan A.; Tuppal, Shanine Mae P.; Dan, Yu; Setiawan, Arif Adi; Loo, Bradley K.; Olivar, Jennifer Joy R.; Al Zadjali, Manal; Al Harthy, Said Nasser; CYRUZ P. TUPPAL
Caring: Indonesian Journal of Nursing Science Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Vol 7 No 2 2025 Caring: Indonesia Journal of Nursing
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/ijns.v7i2.20902

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Modern nursing faces increasing challenges, including depersonalization, burnout, and the fragmentation of care delivery. In response, the Theory of Communion-in-Caring provides a transformative framework that re-centers nursing on its relational, moral, and spiritual dimensions. The objective of this review is to critically examine the theory’s conceptual, methodological, and practical contributions to nursing science. A qualitative content review was conducted on the first edition of the book, focusing on its philosophical assumptions, theoretical foundations, methodological proposals, practical applications, and future directions. Thematic analysis guided the data organization, using conceptual clarity, methodological rigor, contextual relevance, and interdisciplinary potential as key evaluative criteria. The review highlighted the theory’s grounding in Filipino cultural values and global relational ethics, positioning caring as a sacred communion of mutual presence and transformation. The theory promotes methodological pluralism, including phenomenology, narrative inquiry, and mixed methods that align with its relational ontology. It offers concrete strategies for nursing education, clinical practice, and administration, with promising interdisciplinary and community-based applications. Despite challenges in measurement and implementation, the theory presents a culturally authentic and philosophically coherent model of care. In conclusion, the Theory of Communion-in-Caring makes a timely contribution by restoring dignity, empathy, and relational meaning in nursing, offering a valuable paradigm for both local and global healthcare contexts. Keywords: Nursing Theory, Caring Science, Communion, Filipino Values, Relational Ethics