You think you know how to spell balance. Maybe you think you know how to achieve balance. But do you know about the three S's in balance?I first wrote about these concepts as a fledgling blogger and new attending physician in 2012. Back then, my execution was a bit rough around the edges, and a big …
What is Coaching?
My experienceWhen I was in the throes of burnout and self-care failure, I had a coach. He was the spouse of my residency mentor, a person versed in executive problem solving with a thriving business and book on the subject. My sessions with him were so incredibly insightful; he helped me embark on …
Podcast Interview: The Scope of Practice
While I wouldn't say I have a phobia of public speaking, it definitely doesn't feel natural or easy. A very visual person and not one to extemporaneously engage an audience with a compelling story, interviews or any type of improvisation feel scary to me. So I decided to challenge myself in 2018 by …
Meditation for Skeptics and Busy People
Meditation is one of the most commonly mentioned ways to beat stress and lead a more balanced life. But what is it, exactly? Like many people when they consider meditation, I was intimidated by it; I just couldn't picture myself in an austere, monk-like practice, perched atop a pillow in the lotus …
Use a SOAP Note to Analyze Your Thoughts
You have a story in your head of what's happening around you, but did you ever stop to consider that your story and what is ACTUALLY happening might not be the same?"My computer's SO SLOW! What is going on? Can you help me fix this real quick?""Don't talk to me until you at least turn it off and …
Practice Self-Care Using the Five Love Languages
Flowers. A quiet night at home. Surprise outings. A love note.Which of these expressions of love appeals most to you? How do you show love to others?One of the assessments I recommend to people on a self-knowledge journey is the Five Love Languages. I know, it sounds unrelated to self-knowledge. It …