A retreat is something you can look at in two ways. It can mean “to go back” – back to basic life skills, back to family connection, back to faith. Also, it can signify a return to focusing on your own self-care (a “re-treat”).Ever since I was a young adult, I’ve wanted to attend an organized yoga …
Four Ways to Reboot Your Brain
I’ve been experiencing a bit of a creative block lately. I haven’t felt much like writing blogs or book chapters. Haven’t come up with meaningful messages to post on social media, etc. I thought I’d submit another article on what I learned from surveying women physicians with infertility, but I keep …
Is It a Failure or a Learning Opportunity?
So. For months, I’ve been talking gangbusters about how I’m going to give this talk on infertility to a large audience at a major medical conference. I talked about it here, in my newsletter, on my social media, etc.I recently gave the talk, and I want to share my experience with you.The White …
What To Do More Of in 2022
How's your January going so far? If you've been reading my posts for a while, you know I'm usually all about doing less, removing stuff from your life, and so on. And after the excesses of the holiday season, many of us have an inclination towards less anyways.Buy less.Eat less.Drink less.Stress …
Feelings I’ve Experienced in 2021
2021 has been a year full of change, all with the intention of living my theme word of 2021: align. But what does it feel like to align with your life vision and values? It's a mixed bag.Here are some stand-out feelings I've experienced in 2021.What it feels like to step off the cliff of your …
Navigating Infertility as a Busy Professional
"It’s been a huge stressor but I have been able to have shifts covered. Of course, I’ve had to tell colleagues more of my personal life than I’d wish."Many women physicians with infertility don't want to discuss their diagnosis. Many infertile couples in general keep their struggles private.Why? …
