Taking part in Guiyuan’s intensive training was an important break and a new beginning in my journey of caring for people with serious illnesses. Although the online course ended a while ago, its effects are still growing. It quietly influences the volunteer work I do, stays with me in my everyday time spent with others, and gently helps me when things get tough.
I am profoundly grateful for this training. Far beyond a mere class for sharing knowledge, it is a sacred space embracing life’s raw truth. Thank you to the trainer team. You built a solid theoretical framework and generously shared real-world clinical stories: the pitfalls, the moments of helplessness that later became gifts. You revealed that palliative care is not a solitary endeavour, but a harmonious shared resonance. It transcends rigid protocols, embodying the courage to remain professional and compassionate amidst life’s uncertainties.
Thank you also to my fellow participants. From the energy of our first role-play to the sincere conversations in our WeChat group, I witnessed love in action: the careful attention to detail, skilled craftsmanship, the pure hearts of volunteers, and insightful psychological understanding. Each person brought a unique view, lighting the way for everyone. Together, we grasped what true teamwork means.
A big thanks to the Guiyuan organizers for all your behind-the-scenes help from setting up classes and sending reminders after, to chatting in our group and helping us on-site. You made this tough learning possible. Your kind care showed us something important: to help others well, we have to take good care of ourselves first.
Finally, a pat on my own back. “Well done! you finished strong.” You’ve deepened your understanding of companionship and found the confidence to keep going. The road ahead is long after this mountain, but you’re no longer alone or lost. This was more than training; it was a life connection. Thank you for bridging theory and reality, self and others, confusion and clarity. May what we learned shine light into more lives.
This English version was transcribed with AI assistance.
Source: Wang Hua, Volunteer at Guiyuan* Recording of the closing ceremony on 23 November 2025.
*Official English name: Beijing Sereniturn Palliative Care Development Center. It is a partner of APHN providing psychosocial training.
参加归元的这次长征培训，是我在安宁疗护道路上一次深刻的停留和出发。结束线上课程有一段时间了，但它的影响仍然在持续发酵中。 它会在我志愿服务中悄然的生长。 在我的日常陪伴中进行的沉淀，在我面对困境的时候轻轻地支撑。
我很感谢这次培训。这课程不只是一个传授知识的课堂，更是一个承载生命真实的容器。 我想感谢导师团队，你们不仅仅构建起系统专业的理论体系，更难得的是你们毫无保留地分享了临床实践中那些鲜活的经验，那些踩过的坑，那些曾经的无力。 后来的礼物。 是你们让我们看到了安宁。疗护不是一个人在孤军奋战，而是一群人的同频共振。 它不是一个标准的流程，而是在不确定中依然保持专业和温度的勇气。
我还要感谢一路同行的伙伴。 从第一次角色扮演的声色到安利讨论室的坦诚。 从你们身上我看到了爱你要过多远面吗？ 衣服的严谨，手工的细腻，志愿者的纯粹心理时的洞察。 每个人都贡献了自己独特的视角，也彼此照亮了前行的路。 我们在一起才更接近全队的真实含义。 还要感谢归元组织的默默守护。 从课堂安排到课后的提醒，从群内的互动到现场的支持。 你们的存在让这次高强度的学习成为了可能。 你们用细致的服务告诉我们。 得好好照顾的人才能好好照顾他人。
最后我也想拍拍自己。这段路你认真地走完了。 从中更理解了陪伴的含义。 也找到了继续前行的底气。翻过这座山，前面的路还很长。 但你不再孤单，也不再混乱。 这是一次培训，更是一次生命的对接。 谢谢你们在理论和现实之间，在自我和他人之间，在困惑和清明之间找到了那条可以继续走下去的路。 用我们所学的光照进更多生命的角落。
来源：王华，北京归元健康服务发展中心志愿者，结营录音转录2025年11月23日