REPLAY - Originally released on Feb 8, 2022; I am joined by Dr. Joe Sherman, a practicing physician for over 35 years, a certified physician coach, an educator, and a former administrator. Joe guides organizations to shift outdated workplace culture into a collective leadership model and assists physicians in one-on-one coaching and group retreats to deliver quality care, succeed in leadership roles, and rediscover fulfillment in their careers. We discuss Joe’s journey in healthcare including what has kept him in the profession for over 35 years, what led to his burnout, his anxiety and depression, and what he is doing to change the culture in the field so that others have a positive experience as physicians.
About Joe: “In 2009, after spending 4 years living and working with a mission organization in Bolivia, I returned to the U.S. and my career as a pediatrician at an academic health center. I soon found the institutional, educational, and patient care demands placed upon me to be overwhelming. This eventually led to burnout and a temporary departure from clinical medicine.
After a year of reflection, discernment, and support from family and friends, I was able to identify my core values and integrate them into my future career decision-making. I returned to part-time pediatric practice while developing the skills to accompany other physicians, individually and in groups, to re-discover their passion for medicine.
Having experienced burnout, myself, I understand the day-to-day struggles health professionals face in trying to provide quality care to their patients while also dealing with the systemic dysfunction of healthcare institutions.
I am now a consultant and coach to individuals and healthcare organizations in the areas of burnout mitigation, leadership, and provider well-being. I am a trained retreat facilitator with the Center for Courage & Renewal, a Master Certified Professional Development Coach with the Physician Coaching Institute, and member of the International Coaching Federation.”
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What the systematic root of the problem in the healthcare field is and how we can address it
How you can make a change on an individual level to get closer to your values & what institutions can be doing to care for their employees
Why investing in your own health & setting boundaries is critical for practitioners and their patients
How the pandemic has caused an unsustainable climate in healthcare that is hurting physicians and how we can change this
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Resources
Website: www.joeshermanmd.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeshermanmd/
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January 24, 2023
REPLAY - Listen in to one of our top episodes from 2022!
Originally released on March 8, 2022: I am joined by Keith Carlson, BSN, RN, NC-BC, a Board-Certified Nurse Coach and among the first cohort of nurses to hold that designation. He offers holistic career development and coaching for nurses and healthcare professionals. We discuss how he got into nursing, how we can step out of our comfort zones, increase self awareness and create happy & healthy careers in healthcare.
Keith is the host of The Nurse Keith Show, his podcast is focused on career advice, fascinating interviews, and personal and professional inspiration for nurses. From 2012 until its sunset in 2017, Keith co-hosted RNFMRadio, a groundbreaking nursing podcast. In 2005, Keith launched Digital Doorway, one of the very first nursing blogs on the internet.
A widely published nurse writer, Keith is the author of Savvy Networking For Nurses: Getting Connected and Staying Connected in the 21st Century and Aspire to be Inspired: Creating a Nursing Career That Matters. He has contributed chapters to a number of books related to the nursing profession and has written for Nurse.com, Nurse.org, MultiBriefs News Service, LPNtoBSNOnline, StaffGarden, AusMed, American Sentinel University, BlackDoctor.org, Diabetes Lifestyle, the ANA blog, NursingCE.com, American Nurse Today, Working Nurse Magazine, and other online and print publications.
Living in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico, Keith shares a magical life with his partner, Shada McKenzie, a gifted and highly skilled traditional astrologer and reader of the tarot. They regularly cavort with their remarkably adorable animal companions, George, Buck, and Lorca. You can find George the Cat on Instagram using the hashtag #georgethecatsantafe
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What led to Keith’s burnout in healthcare and how he overcame this
The opportunities of networking and advice for those that struggle with this
What concerns him, and inspires him with healthcare today
Advice for those feeling conflicted and losing their sense of self
Why he has high hopes for the next generation in healthcare
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Resources
Website: http://nursekeith.com
Blog: http://digitaldoorway.blogspot.com
Podcast: https://nursekeithshow.libsyn.com/
Twitter: @nursekeith
Facebook: @nursekeithcoaching
Instagram: @nursekeithcoaching
LinkedIn: http://LinkedIn.com/in/keithallancarlson
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January 3, 2023
REPLAY - Listen in to one of our top episodes from 2022!
Originally released on February 1, 2022: I am joined by Marcie Resendes, Registered Nurse and Author of, ‘If The Brain Could Stop What The Eyes have Seen.’ Marcie shares her story of overcoming being diagnosed with PTSD, how she lives with it and manages it day to day. We also discuss methods of how we can protect ourselves against burnout, leading to mental illness, and overwhelm in the workforce.
About Marcie: “I am a 42-year-old wife, mother to three beautiful children ages 17, 15 and 6. I am a Registered Nurse and proud to say I have been for 21 1⁄2 years. The nursing school Diploma Program at St. Clair College was a struggle, but I had a strong heart and passion to be a nurse; a good kick in the butt from my dad when I was 19 pushed me through.
During the summer of 1998, I volunteered at the Pelee Island Medical Clinic.I worked beside two wonderful nurses who allowed me to observe clinics, minor traumas, and what nursing in an isolated area is. I witnessed head injuries after drunken falls, fractures of bones, sprains and strains, as well as general labs and medical checkups. I loved the opportunity to gain this experience in nursing. It was totally different than at the hospital. I was able to observe how a team (EMS, Police, and Nursing) work together to get the job done. June 18, 1999 was the day my dreams came true: I graduated on the Principal’s Honour Roll. Finally, I could do what I had strived to do: take care of the sick and make them well.
Growing up I had been raised to treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO of the company. I was told that each team member in a company has a vital job to do each and every day to keep the company running. Little did I know that after 19 1⁄2 years of caring for the sick, wounded, critically injured, dying and mentally unstable would leave me with wounds unrecognizable to the human eye. I attended an appointment with my Nurse Practitioner on January 10, 2019, and that’s when my life changed. I thought I was having a simple return to work appointment after a bout of influenza the week before, but it turned out to be so much more. When Bonnie the Nurse Practitioner walked in and observed me, her first statement changed my whole life: “You Have PTSD”.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What signs she noticed when something was wrong & what actions she took
How to incorporate self-care not only to your home life but to your work life
What made her decide to write her book and the impact it’s had on others
How we can better the well-being of providers in healthcare
An example of the ABC method: Activating, Belief system and Consequence
How to manage the Fight, Flight or Freeze scenario
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Resources
Website: https://marcieresendesbook.ca/
Instagram: @marcieresendes
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcie.resendes.1
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December 20, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Annie White, Author of The Calm Code: Transform Your Mind, Change Your Life. Annie's mission is to help people lower their stress levels with actionable tips they can start using right away. We discuss Annie’s own personal story of applying her methods to overcome a difficult time in her life, why the typical advice for lowering stress doesn’t work and techniques to use instead, plus much more on managing stress as a healthcare provider.
Dr. Annie has a revolutionary step-by-step method to minimize stress and maximize happiness. After becoming a person she didn't recognize, and worse, someone she didn't want to be, she found a way to stop the high-stress, overwhelm, anxiety, irritability nightmare. Her recent book, The Calm Code, was an immediate bestseller with readers calling it life changing and transformational. It's a solid, science-backed method to reduce stress. Jack Canfield, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul says, "Dr. Annie's method can quickly eliminate feelings of stress, anxiety, and overwhelm."
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What moment in Annie’s life made her realize she needed to change & how she overcame that difficult time
Why we get stressed and how our mind is wired to heighten stressful situations
How to manage stressors and actionable methods for overcoming stress
Why the typical advice for lowering stress doesn’t work and what you should be doing instead
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Please Note: The podcast will be going on pause for the month of December but be sure to tune back in, in January for more of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour!
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The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.
Resources
Connect with Dr.Annie White:
Website: https://www.doctoranniewhite.com/
The Calm Code Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BDS9S25T/ref=kinw_myk_ro_title
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November 29, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Robert White, a Mentor to Entrepreneurs and Executives, a Speaker, Best-Selling Author and Leadership Trainer who focuses on integrating a heart-centered, result-oriented and transformational leadership approach to being more effective. Robert and I discuss the importance of not only professional development for healthcare providers, but also personal development and how to go about doing so.
Robert White pioneered personal transformational growth in the U.S.A and Asia. He is a Speaker, Trainer, Author and Consultant. He is best described as a Transformational Architect.
Robert White was raised in poverty and with much physical and emotional abuse. Dropped out of college after one semester as a result of suffering the first of three heart attacks. Went on to found and lead two high-impact experiential learning companies with over one million graduates. Retired at 46 to a 14,500 sf home in Aspen with his wife, the love of his life. Then lost it all — his business and his wife — with lots of learning from those mostly unpleasant experiences. Now, Robert works as mentor to executives committed to living extraordinary lives. He returned in 2020 from six years doing leadership training and mentoring executives in China and is once again engaged in a fresh start. Robert is a best-selling author, popular public speaker, leadership expert and mentor to senior executives.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How Robert got into the personal development space & the moment that changed his trajectory
Common barriers healthcare providers face when they are trying to live their purpose & their passion
Mindset shifts we can make in order to live an extraordinary life
What experiential learning really is & how it can benefit us as healthcare providers
Suggested resources to build on your personal development
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Resources
Website: https://www.ExtraordinaryPeople.com
Robert White: https://www.TheRobertWhite.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.white1
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/extraordinary-robert-white/
RW Speaking Video: https://vimeo.com/699219393
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aspenrobert
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November 15, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Silvia M. Dutchevici, President and Founder of the Critical Therapy Institute. Silvia and I will be discussing how power is addressed in the clinical setting and how healthcare providers actually analyze their own power.
A trained psychotherapist, Dutchevici, created critical therapy on perceiving a need for the theory and practice of psychology to reflect how race, class, gender, and religion intersect with psychological conflicts. She is a founding board member of Black Women's Blueprint and a member of the Physicians for Human Right’s Asylum Network, where she conducts psychological evaluations documenting evidence of torture and persecution for survivors fleeing danger in their home countries.
Silvia has a master’s degree in social work from New York University and a master’s degree in psychology from the New School, and a bachelor’s degree in religious studies and political science from Fordham University. She has lectured and presented throughout the country on critical therapy, including at Fordham and NYU, and has been featured in the Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Psychology Today, The Guardian, International Business Times, and Women’s Health.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How she guides healthcare providers be become more empowered themselves
The 3 stages of critical therapy and its relation to power
What the difference between critical therapy is vs traditional therapy
The relationship individuals have between money and power
How to actually take time for yourself in order to avoid burnout
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The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.
Resources
Website: https://criticaltherapy.org/
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November 1, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Karen Furr, Founder and CEO of The Resilient Nurse Project & author of The Resilient Nurse. Karen and I discuss burnout and compassion fatigue in healthcare, how to identify the signs, and how to overcome it.
Karen is a Registered Nurse with a master’s degree in nursing education. She has over 15 years of experience as a nurse, which includes work in vascular access, pediatric, and technology-dependent intensive care units to name a few. She founded The Resilient Nurse Project in order to fulfill her mission of helping nurses recognize, address, and overcome burnout and compassion fatigue. Her desire is to make a significant sustainable impact on the nursing profession.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
Karen’s personal story that was a turning point for her as a healthcare provider & as a mother
What the 6 pillars of resilience are that Karen created through her research
The top 3 signs of burnout and compassion fatigue & how to overcome it
How you can build resilience as a healthcare provider
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October 18, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Janice Goldmintz, an advocate for seniors to have the highest possible quality of life, to discuss how we as healthcare professionals can best interact with our patients, their families, and caregivers, to empower them to be their own advocates of care.
Janice works with seniors, their families and health professionals to impart information on successful aging. She has a Masters Degree in Gerontology, and has taken courses in Essential Conversations and is a Jack Canfield certified trainer and virtual trainer. She provides workshops, articles and programs to bring easier access to information for people to make informed decisions on planning for the challenges of the future.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How we can empower our patients while still taking care of ourselves in the process
Tips for helping make the transitions of aging easier for both the patient and their family
Key conversations and considerations to have early on as a family or caregiver
What healthcare providers can do to support patients through the challenges that come with aging
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The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.
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Website: www.talkaboutaging.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Janicecanhelp
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janicegoldmintz/
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October 4, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Barry Nicolaou, a passionate facilitator of organisational cultural synergy and Best Selling Author. In this enlightening conversation, we discuss why so many of us receive experiences that we don’t want, and how we can change our perspective to have a more positive outlook.
Barry's ability to locate and define his true purpose in assisting others began in 2015. The Inspiration Barry absorbed one fateful day at a cemetery led him to write and publish a #1 Best Selling book on Amazon. His book, The 11 Master Secrets to Business Success and Personal Fulfillment outlines the 11 areas that intersect economic freedom with personal fulfillment.
His forte is in deconstructing the layers beneath cognitive fear, indecision, subconscious paradigms, inherited thinking, habitual thinking and their intimate relationship to real-world expectations and experiences. His presentation on Gratitude Leadership for corporations and numerous mental health programs have been added to his 1-1 work, assisting businesses to take a holistic look at their culture as an 'energy' that feeds straight to the bottom line.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How our beliefs define our experiences & what this means for our thoughts
What pivotal moment changed Barry’s outlook & what it means to truly live ‘your’ life
The three key elements that form our decisions & how to focus only on what you can control
Where to start when you feel you have no more to give; physically, emotionally or energetically
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Resources
Website & New Book Information: https://barrynicolaou.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrynicolaou/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnicolaou/
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September 20, 2022
In this week’s solo episode, I’m going to be discussing seven key questions to ask yourself and reflect on, both personally and professionally. Whether you’re not feeling fully fulfilled or just need to check in with yourself, these reflective questions will help you re-align yourself with what really matters. Which is, you! Grab a pen & paper to complete this reflection alongside me as I also share my own personal reflections on these enlightening questions.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
How to have empathy as a healthcare provider without letting it consume you
What we can personally be doing to help heal the healthcare system
How to preserve yourself, your energy and your well-being even during difficult times
What reflective questions you can ask yourself to keep a positive state of mind
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The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.
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September 6, 2022
In this week’s solo episode, I’m going to be discussing the feeling of resistance and what it may be telling you. You can be feeling resistance even with good change, which can lead to a sense of uncertainty, self-doubt, or even imposter syndrome. But rather than ignoring these signs, I’m going to be sharing how you can lean into this feeling and actually learn from it. As I go through my own sense of change, I share this experience so that others don’t feel alone, whether this is personal or professional shifts happening in your life.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What signs of resistance you could be experiencing with change
How to Lean into Resistance & Learn from This Experience
The importance of checking in with yourself so you can better serve others
What to do when you are feeling a sense of self-doubt or imposter syndrome
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Reminder: The podcast will be going on pause for the rest of the month but be sure to tune back in, in September for more of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour!
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August 9, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Bri Tartaglione, a Motivational Speaker, Certified School Counselor, Emotional Wellness Coach, business owner, and podcaster in the field of personal development and mental well-being.
Bri holds two master's degrees in School & Counseling Psychology from Columbia University and is working on completing her Advanced Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (conferring May 2023). She now lives and practices her work in New York City. Her 10+ years of experience in psychology and education intersected with her unexpected personal medical journey, bringing about the inception of her organization, Bria Dorothia LLC. The company focuses on providing curated services for individuals & teams to disrupt unhealthy emotional patterns and make room for mental health frameworks that promote emotional fitness and future potential.
In all her work, Bri is passionate about helping individuals pivot their problems into possibilities, and strives to foster an environment of intentional self-work, healing, and discovery. Starting from the moment she physically took her first steps again on her 29th birthday, Bri metaphorically walks us through our own potential to thrive, working with concepts inclusive of self-efficacy, consciousness, self-worth, limiting behaviors, and self-actualization.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What Bri took away from a life-altering event & how she learned to accept it
How she shifted her mindset from ‘why me’ to ‘because me’
Her experience with healthcare as a patient and one thing she wishes she had done
How we can be using self-efficacy to avoid burnout as healthcare providers
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Resources
WEBSITE: www.briundeniably.com
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bri_undeniably
TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@bri_undeniably?lang=en
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/briundeniably
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Bri_Undeniably
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bri-tartaglione-636a96204/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmniWNd4xEb5WJ6e4OtQEBg
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August 2, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Jessica Calzaretta, President of Insight Global Health. Insight Global Health is a healthcare staffing and services organization. They are part of Insight Global, an industry leader in staffing services across technology, accounting & finance, engineering, and healthcare. Jessica is responsible for all sales and recruiting, operations, and delivery to hundreds of Healthcare Providers across the US.
We will be covering topics around the great resignation happening in healthcare, such as: today’s culture in hospital systems, insights into recruitment and retention starting from the interview process, real-life examples of organizations that have shifted their own culture for the better, and much more.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
Some of the key reasons why there are shortages right now in healthcare
The current culture in healthcare organizations and how it’s affecting staffing
How to discover the core issues of the staffing shortages in your own organization
Vital insights on retention and recruitment in the industry
How an organization got its turnover rate to single digits with record-breaking revenue in the last 5 years
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Resources
Insight Global: www.insightglobal.com/health
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July 26, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Susan Landers, author, speaker & retired neonatologist. Susan enjoys discussing physician burnout, how she got there, and ways to treat & recover from it.
Susan is a retired neonatologist who worked full-time in the NICU for thirty-four years and raised three children to young adulthood. She served on the faculty of two medical schools, and served in private practice for over twenty years. She achieved many academic and professional accomplishments, and she also encountered challenges along the way, both in her career and in her mothering. There was one particularly difficult event during her midlife, after the birth of her third child, that she had to endure. However, it propelled her to make choices and career changes.
She loves to tell stories that reassure younger mothers to know that they, too, can be a “good enough mother” especially if they work full-time. She supports mothers with her social media posts and her blog. She also cautions physicians and nurses - who might be experiencing serious burnout – about the ways in which it affects their lives and their relationships, and the many ways to treat and recover from burnout. Her new book is “So Many Babies: My Life Balancing a Busy Medical Career and Motherhood.”
We discuss Susan’s own personal journey of experiencing burnout, how she came to recognize it, and how she recovered from it. This experience led her to find her own voice and now works to empower the voices of other physicians on the front lines to find their fulfillment.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How she actually changed her practice to become more family-friendly & flexible
The moment Susan noticed her symptoms of burnout & knew something was wrong
How we can change the gender dynamic in healthcare practice
What she did to recover from burnout over a two-year period
The importance of setting non-negotiables and implementing self-care practices
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Resources
Connect with Susan
Website: https://susanlandersmd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drsusanlanders
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsusanlanders/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-landersmd/
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Good Reads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/45507615-susan-landers
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July 19, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Amanda Kate: a Kinesiologist, Mentor, Life Coach, Mother, and more. While living the life most people would want, with a successful husband, 2 beautiful children, travel, and a nice house; Amanda was miserable and becoming more so as the years went on. She had started noticing physical signs that something wasn’t right, and then became chronically fatigued. Over the years she saw naturopaths, Chinese doctors, chiropractors, and psychologists – looking for holistic, natural answers. One day, she happened to come across a Kinesiologist and her life changed completely. She had never heard of this modality and was immediately curious. Her first session blew her life apart completely, and she started again. She started studying Kinesiology, so that could help someone the way Kinesiology had helped her. She had made a life worth living and is now happier than ever.
Author of 'Divine. Messy. Human. A Spiritual Guide to Prioritising Internal Truth over External Influence', she released the book with the information, tips, and practices that have helped her move from self-loathing to self-acceptance, self-love, and self-empowerment. A recovering people-pleaser and self-flagellator, she walks the path straddling the Divine and Messy daily. Always growing, developing, and learning new ways of being to, hopefully, one day leave the Earth better than she found it.
Amanda Kate helps people to regain their vitality, smashing through their internal glass ceiling and limitations to find new levels of health, vitality, and abundance. She also works with business owners to increase their vibration and attract greater wealth and prosperity.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How you can manage emotional trauma in yourself and in your practice
What emotional fluency is and its link to our overall health
How we can begin to trust our internal guidance in an externally influenced world
The moment that changed everything for Amanda and what she did next to build her new life
Tips for recovering from grief and dealing with hopelessness
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Resources
Connect with Amanda
Website: www.amandakate.com.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/amandakatetransformation; www.instagram.com/amanda__kate;
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-kate
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divinelymessy
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*Please note, the scope and practice of Kinesiology varies depending on geographical location - Amanda Kate resides in Australia.
July 12, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Scott Colby, owner of Say It with Gratitude. Scott has embarked on a path as an entrepreneur and speaker after leaving a career at a hospital, during which he never felt appreciated, and never knew his worth.
After an eye-opening experience in Guatemala, during which Scott witnessed firsthand the power of gratitude even in poor living conditions, he launched Say It With Gratitude, which helps companies increase happiness in the workplace by having gratitude as a core value. In addition to delivering his message of gratitude around the world, Scott promotes the power of thank you notes, leads gratitude adventures in the wilderness, and developed The Grateful Deck, a card game consisting of questions that spark meaningful conversations.
In this episode, Scott and I discuss his eye-opening experience 8 years ago, which led him down the path of gratitude; how almost 80% of people leaving organizations are doing so because they feel underappreciated; the unique language of appreciation, and much more.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How you can begin implementing gratitude into your everyday life
The relationship between gratitude and mental illness or burnout
Where organizations can begin to start changing their culture with gratitude
The differences between gratitude, appreciation & recognition, and the roles they play
Why there are so many workplace staffing challenges in healthcare right now
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Resources
Hug It Forward: https://hugitforward.org/
Flip the Gratitude Switch: https://www.amazon.ca/FLIP-Gratitude-Switch-Formula-Trajectory/dp/1537208241
The Grateful Entrepreneur: https://www.amazon.ca/Grateful-Entrepreneur-Gratitude-Strategies-Relationships/dp/1723870315
Connect with Scott:
Say It With Gratitude: sayitwithgratitude.com
Gratitude Hikes: gratitudehikes.com
Facebook: @scottcolby
Instagram: @scottcolby
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July 5, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Keith Harrison, a Police Officer in Toronto, and the founder of Tier Response Apparel, which highlights mental health conversations. We discuss his own journey of dealing with mental illness after trauma exposure in the field, what ultimately made him leave the force to work on himself, and how he found his way back. He shares resources and organizations available to help first responders in need of mental health services, what we as individuals can be doing to support the cause, and much more.
Keith has been a Police Officer in Ontario for over 16 years. As a result of Trauma exposure and not obtaining internal support, he went off work in early 2018 to take care of himself because he could not do the job any longer. He thought at that time he would no longer be a police officer or return to the job. Through outside support, services and trauma programs, traumatic growth, and healing, he is now back working after being off for three years. In 2021 when he was returning to work he made the decision that he was going to be the someone he didn't have 10+ years ago and that he was going to be someone that would continue to recover loudly and show that there is strength in seeking help, support and that one can overcome from a struggling state to thriving one living the best life possible. He created an apparel company, Tier Response Apparel which highlights mental health conversations and supports 1st Responders (ALL), including: medical personnel, corrections, and the military to provide funds to services and organizations that deliver programs and services to 1st Responders and their families. He is a father of three amazing kids who he wants to show and heal with them knowing that they feel like it's okay to seek help and support for their feelings as they develop and grow.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How Keith was able to work on his own mental health and ultimately rejoin the force after taking a leave
What we can be doing to better support and normalize the conversations around mental health
How we can end the stigma of seeking mental health support as first responders and healthcare professionals
Why Keith was afraid to come forward and talk about his own struggles in the beginning
Resources available to help first responders and their families that need support
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Resources
Instagram: @tr_appaerlco
Facebook: TR Apparel Compay
Twitter: @ApparelcoTr
Canada Beyond the Blue: https://www.canadabeyondtheblue.com/
Wounded Warriors Canada: https://woundedwarriors.ca/
Boots on the Ground: https://www.bootsontheground.ca/
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June 28, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Teresa McKee, CEO of Work2Live, a transformation and leadership coach, certified mindfulness meditation facilitator, and EFT practitioner. Teresa and I discuss her journey into the mindfulness space, tips & techniques on how we as healthcare providers can integrate mindfulness into our everyday lives to minimize stress and ultimately reduce burnout risk and compassion fatigue.
Combining her training and education, including a B.S. in Business Administration and an M.S. in Psychology specializing in Leadership Coaching Psychology, with her experience of over 35 years as a business consultant, Teresa integrates behavioral science with results-oriented processes to help executives and teams achieve their goals. She facilitates workshops, webinars and online trainings and is a frequent motivational speaker for various live and online events.
After years of observing people’s angst in individual coaching sessions and in group trainings, she realized that the one practice that could change everyone’s state of being was mindfulness. What began as monthly recordings for hospital-based home visiting teams to listen to while driving between client sessions turned into A Mindful Moment podcast, now produced in both English and Spanish. Her goal is to help people learn how to live a more enriching life with less stress and more contentment. She has also recently introduced online mindfulness classes to coaching professionals in the United States and Canada and offers online mindfulness courses through Work2Live.
Teresa is a member of the Mindfulness Society Global Institute, and is also an avid volunteer in the Los Angeles area, believing in community strength and in giving back. She learned her broadcasting skills volunteering for a public affairs radio program, Sojourner Truth, from 2010 to 2013. She has served as Secretary/Treasurer on the Board of Directors of the My Stuff Bags Foundation since 2014 and was a member of the finance committee for Maternal Mental Health NOW from 2016-2022.
Her new book, Dynamic Response Ability, will be released by Balboa Press in 2022.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How we can integrate mindfulness into our personal & professional lives as healthcare providers
The benefits of practicing non-judgment and how to go about implementing this tactic
Mindfulness practices that can be used by those not comfortable with stillness
How to go from a high-stress state to a calm state in a moment’s time
The difference between meditation and mindfulness practices
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Resources
Connect with Teresa
Websites:
www.Amindfulmoment.com
www.work2livewell.org
Instagram: @amindfulmomentpodcast
Twitter: @AMindful_Moment
YouTube: @Work2Live
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June 21, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Magic Barclay, a passionate functional health coach, the lead practitioner at Wholistic Natural Health Australia, and host of the podcast “A Magical Life; health, wealth and weightloss”.
Magic’s life changed when she faced multiple life-threatening conditions. She then decided to find the root cause of her health issues, and that set her on a path of life changing learning.
Magic helps (mainly) women aged 45-65 who feel unheard or misled by mainstream medicine or anyone who wants to bring their health back to basics. By treating root cause and the systems of the body (not chasing symptoms), reconnecting to the environment, and overcoming their past trauma and that of previous generations through healing the PNEI (psycho neuro endo immune) pathways of the body. She is also a master practitioner in mould toxicity recovery.
Personally, Magic is a mum of two amazing humans and two gorgeous furbabies, a grower of organic food for her family, and a passionate native gardener.
Magic and I discuss how we as healthcare providers can take care of ourselves and preserve our self-care so that we can better help those we serve each and every day. Magic shares her health journey of being given 12-months to live - now seven years ago - and how she decided to find a solution to her own health problems.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How Magic protects herself from burnout when dealing with many client’s health issues
What those who say they don’t have time for self-care can be doing
How she began putting the pieces together when mapping out her symptoms & trying to find a solution to her own health problems
What we as healthcare providers can take care of ourselves so that we can better serve our patients
What the changing world of health means for us in the industry and our practice
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Disclaimer
The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.
Resources
Connect with Magic:
Website: https://www.wholisticnaturalhealth.com.au/
PNEI of trauma course is available at https://www.innateimmunity.com/link/O3qtRt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholisticnaturalhealthaustralia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholisticnaturalhealth
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June 14, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Yvonne Heath, Canada's Proactive Living Consultant. Yvonne shares how we can teach people to Just Show Up for themselves and others so they are empowered and resilient when grief and life's challenges arrive. Yvonne was a registered nurse since 1988, who has worked in the United States and Canada in many areas including emergency, intensive care, chemotherapy and hospice.
Yvonne became disheartened by our society’s reluctance to talk about, plan and prepare for grief, transitions and death—causing excessive suffering in life and at the end of life. She suffered too, not knowing how to do it differently.
In 2015 she took a leap of faith, Yvonne left her nursing career and blazed a new trail to create social change. She shares her message with heart and humour as an Inspirational Speaker, with her Award Winning book Love Your Life to Death, her online program and as a television and radio host. In 2019, Yvonne delivered her TEDx Talk—Transforming Our Grief, by Just Showing Up.
Yvonne is the Founder of Love Your Life to Death and the #IJustShowedUp movement. Using heart and humour she has been sharing her message globally helping healthcare professionals of all ages learn to take care of themselves and each other.
Yvonne and I discuss how we can show up for ourselves & others, to empower each other when grief and challenges arise. She shares ways in which we can normalize these conversations, in order to be proactive, instead of reactive, when it comes to matters of facts of life.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How we can go about normalizing difficult conversations that are often avoided
Why it’s important to take responsibility to plan for our own life
What we need to be doing to show up for ourselves and for others no matter what
How to be proactive with ‘life or death,’ as opposed to reactive
The importance of asking for what you need & how she started the ‘I just showed up’ movement
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Resources
Connect with Yvonne:
www.loveyourlifetodeath.com
www.getreadyforgrief.com
BONUS: Get 25% off their "Get Ready for Grief" online program when using the code grfg25
Facebook: @loveyourlifetodeath
Instagram: @loveyourlifetodeath
Twitter: @_lyltd_
TEDx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jzh-X6YytoE
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June 7, 2022
In this week’s solo episode, I’m going to be going sharing my most recent reflective piece, titled; ‘What’s Going On In My Life?’ In it, I share the 4 key pillars I used to get started, and how I like to go about filling in each column, including; doing, not doing, being, and not being. By completing this exercise, I was able to pinpoint areas I wanted to focus on, and how these tactics can help lead to more creativity and inspiration in my work, and outside of work. Feel free to grab a pen and paper and complete this reflective exercise along with me!
Listen to the full episode to learn:
The benefits of reflecting & how this can lead to further inspiration
What questions you should be asking yourself while reflecting
How you can use this reflection exercise to bring more joy to your life
4 key pillars to help you through the reflection process
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Resources
Publications: jennifergeorge.co/publications
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May 31, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Valerie Mazziotti, a Life and Health Coach with 30 years of experience as a family practice Physician Assistant. She helps providers reduce burnout by discovering techniques to improve their communication & organization skills, create goals and find support & networking opportunities with their colleagues. By improving provider and patient satisfaction, medical organizations save hundreds of thousands of dollars of loss due to provider turnover.
Valerie and I discuss healthcare provider burnout, the effects of Covid-19 on patient-provider relationships, improving provider satisfaction to prevent organizational turnover, and much more.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How we can minimize healthcare provider burnout to reduce organizational turnover
What employers can be doing to improve employee satisfaction in healthcare
The importance of life outside of work and its relation to burnout
Why people are leaving the workforce, which has led to the great resignation in the healthcare industry
Tactics, strategies and training, that can organizations can being using to be proactive in minimizing burnout
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Resources
Website: www.appcoachingnetwork.com
Connect with Valerie: appcoachingnetwork@gmail.com
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Jennifer George | Website
@jenngeorge08) | Twitter
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May 24, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. John Jurica, MD, MPH, CPE, a family physician with a long history of doing non-clinical work. John was part-time medical director for a family planning clinic and an occupational medicine clinic. He worked as part-time VP for Medical Affairs and full-time Chief Medical Officer at a nonprofit hospital south of Chicago, Illinois for 14 years (total). He left that job to partner with other investors to open an urgent care center, where he serves as medical director. In 2017, he started the weekly Physician Nonclinical Careers Podcast, with 245 episodes so far. John is the co-founder of NewScript, a membership for licensed clinicians with a community, free live streams, and recorded videos, interviews, and other resources to help them thrive in today's healthcare environment, accessible on desktop or phone app. John now devotes most of his time to mentoring, coaching, and teaching physicians how to find and secure nontraditional jobs based on their medical backgrounds and knowledge of the healthcare system in the U.S. and abroad.
John and I discuss his journey in healthcare, pivoting directions in his career, and what’s currently happening in the industry in terms of burnout & the pandemic.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How healthcare providers can overcome burnout by looking at non-clinical careers
Pivoting career paths when you no longer feel aligned
The great resignation happening in healthcare right now & whether we should be concerned
Healthcare changes we’re seeing due to the pandemic & adaptations being made
What NewScript is and how it’s bringing healthcare providers together
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Resources
Website: https://nonclinicalphysicians.com
New Script: newscript.app
Free resource for listeners: 70 Nonclinical Careers for Physicians: https://pnc-podcast.lpages.co/70-nonclinical-careers/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.jurica.7/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jurica/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnjurica2
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May 17, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Debra A. Woog, a Crisis Navigation Partner with 30+ years of experience as a leadership researcher, executive, and advisor. Debra’s career path has included conducting research at Harvard Business School, advising tech start-ups on People Strategy, and directing admissions and career development for the MIT dual-degree MBA program Leaders for Global Operations. She earned a B.A. in Psychology and American Studies from Wellesley College and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. She is a trained mediator & ombudsman, and Brené Brown has certified her as a Dare to Lead professional. Debra speaks of the personal, professional, and business crises that can arrive without warning, quickly turning a well-managed life, team, or organization into a state of confusion and chaos. She guides women to the right messages, tools, and allies so they are able to lead their way to the best possible outcomes.
Debra and I discuss her own journey of becoming a Crisis Navigation Partner and what that all entails, along with how we can lead ourselves out of conflict and crises that arise on a day-to-day basis.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How you can take a moment to reset yourself, and even your patients, in an acute crisis
What the differences are in navigating through a personal vs professional crises
How the pandemic has been affecting people mentally & the increase in burnout
What key takeaways she suggests to navigating life’s big challenges
How the ‘three C’s’ can help when you’re dealing with a crisis, or preparing for one
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Resources
Website: www.connecttwo.com
‘Preparing for Difficult Conversations’ Resource: https://connecttwo.pages.ontraport.net/DCTips
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connecttwo/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/connecttwo
Twitter: @connecttwo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connecttwo/
Connect with Jennifer George:
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Jennifer George | Website
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Jennifer George | Facebook
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May 10, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Cristina Castagnini, a licensed Psychologist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. Cristina has also recovered from an eating disorder herself, and now treats clients with eating disorders in her private practice. Coming from both the personal and professional perspective, she started a podcast, Behind the Bite, to help those who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image issues.
Cristina and I discuss her own personal story of overcoming an eating disorder, and how this has led her to helping others going through similar experiences and creating a healthier relationship with food.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How you can better support someone who might be struggling with an eating disorder but not ready to disclose this
What trigger warnings might affect someone who is dealing with or overcoming an eating disorder
Myths and misinformation around eating disorders such as never being able to fully recover from disordered eating
The many factors that go into diagnosing an eating disorder and how you can’t diagnose or assume someone’s health status from just their physical appearance
How she has adjusted from receiving treatment for an eating disorder to now focusing on helping others who have eating disorders, disordered eating, or body image issues
Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation!
Resources
Website: www.freedomtowellness.com
Podcast: www.behindthebitepodcast.com
Instagram: @behindthebite
Facebook: @drcastagnini
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Jennifer George | Website
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Jennifer George | Facebook
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May 3, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Amy Wood, the CEO of Copper Penny Consulting, LLC. She is a best-selling author, speaker, consultant, and coach. Amy lives with her husband and 3 daughters in Santa Rosa, California. She has a background in Healthcare Information Technology and has spent the last decade as a HIPAA Educator, Risk Assessor, and Data Breach Consultant. Out of the over 200 data breach investigations she’s consulted on, her clients have received ZERO fines and ZERO patient lawsuits. Her superpower is taking your boring, everyday compliance course and turning it into an entertaining and educational conversation. Her goal is to educate as many people as she can so she doesn’t HAVE to do data breach investigations (although she is there to help if you ever find yourself in one!)
Amy and I discuss her personal story of a data breach, and how this has led her into the technology field and area of security, to help others prevent this from happening to them, or their business.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What the difference is between security and privacy when it comes to patient health information
Why there is a growing concern about security in the healthcare space and why we are vulnerable to this
What you can be doing to protect your own information and your patient's information
How a disconnect in communication can affect the security of your organization’s information
How you can prevent breaches in both a clinical or a private practice
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Resources
Website: https://www.copperpennyconsulting.com
Instagram: @copperpennyconsulting
Facebook: Copper Penny Consulting, LLC
LinkedIn: Copper Penny Consulting, LLC
Innovative Women in Healthcare Book: www.amazon.com/Innovative-Women-Healthcare-Exceptional-Leadership/dp/1637921713
Connect with Jennifer George:
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Jennifer George | Website
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Jennifer George | Facebook
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April 26, 2022
With the great resignation happening in healthcare right now, it can be easy to see how the healthcare system is failing and focus on the negatives. However, in this week’s solo episode, I’m going to be focusing on how we can change this outlook to a more optimistic, solutions-focused one, even during difficult times. I share 4 key reflections to begin transforming your belief into a more hopeful one, and focusing on the areas that you do have control over, and can make a difference in. I recommend we take a look at the future of the healthcare system, and how we can make that vision come to life.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What 4 steps you can be taking to make an optimistic shift in your outlook
The power of focusing on your strengths and how to identify them
Why it’s important to give yourself grace during this demanding time
How to transform your belief into an optimistic and solutions-focused one
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Resources
Connect with Jennifer George:
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Jennifer George | Website
@jenngeorge08) | Twitter
Jennifer George | Facebook
Click here to check out my award-winning book about connecting and communicating with patients to create empowering experiences!
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April 19, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Cassie Christopher, Registered Dietitian, Emotional Eating Expert and owner of Cassie Christopher Health Coaching. She graduated with a Master's degree in Nutrition from Bastyr University and specializes in helping women in midlife and beyond find the Courage to Trust themselves around food and make the supportive eating choices that bring them health and happiness. Cassie helps women stop the cycle of all-or-nothing dieting-to-emotional-eating so they can develop a supportive relationship with food, their body and their health, so they can eat with joy instead of eating to seek joy.
Cassie and I discuss her personal story of emotional eating, how she identified it, and how self-love & trusting yourself is key to overcoming it.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What emotional eating is, how to identify it, and how we can begin to heal from it
The concept of out of alignment eating & all or nothing dieting
He culture of eating in healthcare and trends she’s seen in the past
How stress impacts our well-being & eating habits
Steps you can take today to be more proactive with emotional eating
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Resources
Website: cassiechristopher.net
Get her free roadmap, "You're done with dieting but still want to heal emotional eating": https://cassiechristopher.click/emotionaleatingroadmap
Facebook: facebook.com/cassiechristopherRD
Instagram: @CassieChristopherRD
Join her private FB group: facebook.com/groups/emotionaleatingandwomensweightloss
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Jennifer George | Website
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Jennifer George | Facebook
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April 12, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Melissa Russiano, a therapist by degree and experience, but a coach at heart and practice. With her unique blend of candor and quirky sense of humor, Melissa's clients find themselves stepping out of perfectionistic prisons and into the life they have always dreamed of. Melissa and I discuss her personal story of burnout and how it has led her to where she is today in helping healthcare providers thrive as individuals and human beings.
Melissa Russiano is a firecracker who wakes up stuck and stagnant people through coaching, training, speaker and all around motivation. She provides a unique approach with clients that pulls in her clinical expertise, directed coaching skills as well as life experience to reach individuals on a deep and transformative level. Her passion is inspiring fierce curiosity and empowering high achievers to slow down, breathe and enjoy their perfectly imperfect adventure of a life. She openly shares how she loves to drink water from a wine glass, dreams of living in Fiji but resides in blizzard country and considered applying to be on Survivor until she learned she would have to give up caffeine. Melissa will challenge you to think differently, encourage you to embrace the fact that life is not perfect but if you are ready - it can be perfect for you.
Life is meant to be lived with fierce curiosity and a sense of adventure. Melissa's mission is to inspire fierce curiosity, discover the amazing individual they are at the core so that they can live their life being the perfectly imperfect being that they are.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What led to Melissa’s personal experience of burnout & the actions she took
The role shame plays in burnout
How to distinguish imposter syndrome & identify your inner critic
Two steps you can follow in order to recognize and overcome burnout
How we can become more self-aware and heal from burnout both individually & collectively
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Resources
Website & Eight Week Burnout Proof Coaching Program:
www.melissarussiano.com
www.melissarussiano-ts.com
Social Media:
@melissarussianotherapy
@nevergiveuplifecoaching
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April 5, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Jem Fuller, a trusted advisor, and coach to CEOs and senior leadership teams across the government, private and not-for-profit sectors. He helps create more mindful leaders and healthier workplace cultures. Jem is an expert in human behaviour, specializing in communication and personal resilience. We discuss the elements of resilience and seeing it as a goal for healthcare organizations, transformations he’s seen in the coaching sector of healthcare leaders, and the importance of conscious communication.
Jem is also the Director and Facilitator for his own international leadership retreat company and has been taking leaders to the remote Indian Himalaya, jungles of Northern Bali, and Kimberley region of NW Australia since 2014. Jem is passionate about helping to create more functional humans who can collaborate to create outstanding results for the greater good.
From his punk days squatting in London to his years of barefoot backpacking around the Indian sub-continent and then years of corporate ‘high-flying’, Jem has lived the extremes.
He has been a global tattooist, kindergarten teacher in Asia, motorcycle courier and fire dancer, Chinese masseuse and reflexologist, travel agent, and senior leader with a multi-national company. Over the last decade, he has studied and become qualified in coaching, human behavioural profiling and neuro-linguistic programming.
His recently published book, The Art of Conscious Communication for Thoughtful Men, is available through his website, on Booktopia, or Amazon. You can also watch Jem’s TEDx talk by searching Jem Fuller on YouTube
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What the 4 components to resilience are
Personal resilience vs the environmental impact on resilience
How ego plays a role in resilience & indifference
Ways in which mindset contributes to our resilience
How we can be more conscious communicators in the healthcare industry
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Resources
Website: https://jemfuller.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemfuller/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jemfuller/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jemfuller.me
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JemFuller
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkAwvXrYHQ8pSmQES6Yhlmw
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March 29, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Daniel Sih, co-founder of Spacemakers, a productivity consulting group for busy leaders. Daniel and I discuss the intersection of technology and burnout, the concept of digital overuse, and how we can create a healthier space for healthcare providers.
Daniel’s book "Spacemaker - how to unplug, unwind and think clearly in the digital age," won the Australian Business Book Award in 2021 for personal development, and was finalist for best technology book and best cover design.
As a trainer, coach and keynote speaker, Daniel has worked with CEO’s, executives, and other senior professionals throughout Australia and beyond, ranging from global corporations and businesses to universities and non-profits. He has a broad professional history, including leadership roles in physiotherapy, health management, project management, and Christian ministry.
He is the founder of a number of globally-accessible productivity courses such as Email Ninja, List Assassin, Priority Samurai, with more than 15,000 students online and offline. He is an accredited Clifton Strength's coach with the Strengths Network South Pacific.
Daniel lives in Tasmania, Australia with his wife, Kylie, and their three children, Naomi, Caleb and Jethro. He also keeps fourteen pure-bred chickens who eat a lot of grain and lay too few eggs.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
The power of unplugging and making space for yourself
How to create real, sustainable change in healthcare culture
What digital overuse is and how we can combat this to truly rest deeply
Tips for productivity and avoiding burnout
Ways in which we can create healthier space and habits for healthcare providers
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Resources
Visit www.spacemakers.com.au/book to get free chapters and videos to help you plan a day of rest
Visit www.emailninja.com.au to get help with practical inbox zero skills for free
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shiftthewayyouwork
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-sih-86944a12
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March 22, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Sharon Grossman, a qualified Success Coach, Clinical Psychologist, author, speaker, wife, and mother of two. We discuss Sharon’s journey of discovering coaching and transforming high-performing achievers from exhausted to extraordinary, signs of burnout to watch for, how to manage burnout, and much more.
For the past two decades, she has worked on improving the health and well-being of high achievers who so often sacrifice their self-care as a result of work demands and get caught up with everyone else’s expectations that they end up burning out at alarming rates. Dr. Sharon Grossman is the author of The 7E Solution to Burnout and an Emotional Intelligence expert. She holds a doctorate degree in Psychology, has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and 20 years of experience helping her clients take back control of their lives.
Through the integration of psychology and mindfulness, she has created a comprehensive and transformative program that teaches stressed-out high achievers how to effectively navigate their work and personal life so they can thrive. She loves that her work inspires them to think BIGGER, feel more grounded, and handle challenging situations with ease.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How she has blended coaching and psychology into her practice
Detecting early signs of burnout and how to manage it
Differentiating between stress and burnout
Two questions to ask yourself when dealing with burnout
Three different types of people and how they deal with stress differently
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Resources
Website: https://drsharongrossman.com/
Burnout Checklist: https://drsharongrossman.com/burnoutchecklist/
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March 15, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Keith Carlson, BSN, RN, NC-BC, a Board-Certified Nurse Coach and among the first cohort of nurses to hold that designation. He offers holistic career development and coaching for nurses and healthcare professionals. We discuss how he got into nursing, how we can step out of our comfort zones, increase self awareness and create happy & healthy careers in healthcare.
Keith is the host of The Nurse Keith Show, his podcast is focused on career advice, fascinating interviews, and personal and professional inspiration for nurses. From 2012 until its sunset in 2017, Keith co-hosted RNFMRadio, a groundbreaking nursing podcast. In 2005, Keith launched Digital Doorway, one of the very first nursing blogs on the internet.
A widely published nurse writer, Keith is the author of Savvy Networking For Nurses: Getting Connected and Staying Connected in the 21st Century and Aspire to be Inspired: Creating a Nursing Career That Matters. He has contributed chapters to a number of books related to the nursing profession and has written for Nurse.com, Nurse.org, MultiBriefs News Service, LPNtoBSNOnline, StaffGarden, AusMed, American Sentinel University, BlackDoctor.org, Diabetes Lifestyle, the ANA blog, NursingCE.com, American Nurse Today, Working Nurse Magazine, and other online and print publications.
Living in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico, Keith shares a magical life with his partner, Shada McKenzie, a gifted and highly skilled traditional astrologer and reader of the tarot. They regularly cavort with their remarkably adorable animal companions, George, Buck, and Lorca. You can find George the Cat on Instagram using the hashtag #georgethecatsantafe
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What led to Keith’s burnout in healthcare and how he overcame this
The opportunities of networking and advice for those that struggle with this
What concerns him, and inspires him with healthcare today
Advice for those feeling conflicted and losing their sense of self
Why he has high hopes for the next generation in healthcare
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Resources
Website: http://nursekeith.com
Blog: http://digitaldoorway.blogspot.com
Podcast: https://nursekeithshow.libsyn.com/
Twitter: @nursekeith
Facebook: @nursekeithcoaching
Instagram: @nursekeithcoaching
LinkedIn: http://LinkedIn.com/in/keithallancarlson
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March 8, 2022
Do you often wonder if where you are, is where you’re meant to be?
It’s important to take time to check in with ourselves, and reflect on our journey to see if we are truly following our purpose & our passion. That’s what I will be doing in this episode. I am going to be asking 5 key questions, for you to reflect on, and evaluate. I will share insights into what to do if these questions lead you to believe you might not be aligned with your true purpose, including reflection on your work-life harmony, toxic environments, cultural shifts in healthcare, inequalities at work, personal growth, and more.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What 5 essential questions you should be asking yourself right now
How to align with your true passion and purpose in the workplace
Why checking in with yourself and reflecting is so critical
What to do if you don’t feel you’re on your right path in your career
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Resources
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March 1, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Tara Brandner, a nurse practitioner and infertility “warrior” turned full-time fertility coach. She’s spent the past decade pursuing nursing including a master’s and doctorate degree. She endured a long road through infertility followed by infertility treatments and a traumatic pregnancy.
After experiencing a long road through infertility, she decided she wanted to help couples in their journey to grow their family. Through her experiences as a healthcare professional and personal struggle with infertility, she recognized there are large gaps of care for women and couples struggling with infertility. She chose to change paths to provide a full suite of coaching services and support for those struggling to build their family.
Tara shares her story of infertility, and how her own experience has led to advocating for change after being on the other side of the system. We discuss how she helps patients take back control of their healthcare, the mental health component of infertility, why women aren’t talking about their own struggles in this space, and what can be done in healthcare to help those going through these experiences.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What gaps in the healthcare system Tara noticed from being on the other side
How to begin advocating for what you are passionate about
Why women aren’t talking about infertility and how we can change the stigma
What patients can do to take back control of their healthcare
How Tara learned to become an entrepreneur in the medical field & start her non-profit
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Resources
Website: tarabrandner.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/tarabfertility/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/tarabfertility
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tara-brandner-27777643/
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February 22, 2022
In a recent article in The Lancet, titled: ‘Eliminating burnout and moral injury: Bolder steps required,’ they discuss 10 ways in which organizations can take better care of their healthcare providers to minimize burnout and moral injury. In this episode, I will be reflecting on the findings in this article, along with my most recent interviews, and applying my own personal experience with burnout and moral injury. I share some of the risks of burnout in healthcare professionals such as; emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, lack of professional efficacy, lack of engagement, and more.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What moral injury is and why it’s common in the healthcare industry
Why there is a high correlation between burnout and moral injury
What can be done in order to reduce moral injury and provide a better workplace for healthcare professionals
How not all work can be accounted for in statistics and why ‘invisible work’ is so important
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Resources
Articles for Your Review:
1) https://www.thelancet.com/action/showPdf?pii=S2589-5370%2821%2900370-9
2) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6752815/
3) https://thischangedmypractice.com/physician-well-being-burnout-moral-injury/
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February 15, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Joe Sherman, a practicing physician for over 35 years, a certified physician coach, an educator, and a former administrator. Joe guides organizations to shift outdated workplace culture into a collective leadership model and assists physicians in one-on-one coaching and group retreats to deliver quality care, succeed in leadership roles, and rediscover fulfillment in their careers. We discuss Joe’s journey in healthcare including what has kept him in the profession for over 35 years, what led to his burnout, his anxiety and depression, and what he is doing to change the culture in the field so that others have a positive experience as physicians.
About Joe: “In 2009, after spending 4 years living and working with a mission organization in Bolivia, I returned to the U.S. and my career as a pediatrician at an academic health center. I soon found the institutional, educational, and patient care demands placed upon me to be overwhelming. This eventually led to burnout and a temporary departure from clinical medicine.
After a year of reflection, discernment, and support from family and friends, I was able to identify my core values and integrate them into my future career decision-making. I returned to part-time pediatric practice while developing the skills to accompany other physicians, individually and in groups, to re-discover their passion for medicine.
Having experienced burnout, myself, I understand the day-to-day struggles health professionals face in trying to provide quality care to their patients while also dealing with the systemic dysfunction of healthcare institutions.
I am now a consultant and coach to individuals and healthcare organizations in the areas of burnout mitigation, leadership, and provider well-being. I am a trained retreat facilitator with the Center for Courage & Renewal, a Master Certified Professional Development Coach with the Physician Coaching Institute, and member of the International Coaching Federation.”
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What the systematic root of the problem in the healthcare field is and how we can address it
How you can make a change on an individual level to get closer to your values & what institutions can be doing to care for their employees
Why investing in your own health & setting boundaries is critical for practitioners and their patients
How the pandemic has caused an unsustainable climate in healthcare that is hurting physicians and how we can change this
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Resources
Website: www.joeshermanmd.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeshermanmd/
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February 8, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Marcie Resendes, Registered Nurse and Author of, ‘If The Brain Could Stop What The Eyes have Seen.’ Marcie shares her story of overcoming being diagnosed with PTSD, how she lives with it and manages it day to day. We also discuss methods of how we can protect ourselves against burnout, leading to mental illness, and overwhelm in the workforce.
About Marcie: “I am a 42-year-old wife, mother to three beautiful children ages 17, 15 and 6. I am a Registered Nurse and proud to say I have been for 21 1⁄2 years. The nursing school Diploma Program at St. Clair College was a struggle, but I had a strong heart and passion to be a nurse; a good kick in the butt from my dad when I was 19 pushed me through.
During the summer of 1998, I volunteered at the Pelee Island Medical Clinic. I worked beside two wonderful nurses who allowed me to observe clinics, minor traumas, and what nursing in an isolated area is. I witnessed head injuries after drunken falls, fractures of bones, sprains and strains, as well as general labs and medical check ups. I loved the opportunity to gain this experience in nursing. It was totally different than at the hospital. I was able to observe how a team (EMS, Police,and Nursing) work together to get the job done. June 18, 1999 was the day my dreams came true: I graduated on the Principal’s Honour Roll. Finally I could do what I had strived to do: take care of the sick and make them well.
Growing up I had been raised to treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO of the company. I was told that each team member in a company has a vital job to do each and every day to keep the company running. Little did I know that after 19 1⁄2 years of caring for the sick, wounded, critically injured, dying and mentally unstable would leave me with wounds unrecognizable to the human eye. I attended an appointment with my Nurse Practitioner on January 10, 2019, that’s when my life changed. I thought I was having a simple return to work appointment after a bout of influenza the week before, but it turned out to be so much more. When Bonnie the Nurse Practitioner walked in and observed me, her first statement changed my whole life: “You Have PTSD”.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What signs she noticed when something was wrong & what actions she took
How to incorporate self-care not only to your home life but to your work life
What made her decide to write her book and the impact it’s had on others
How we can better the well-being of providers in healthcare
An example of the ABC method: Activating, Belief system and Consequence
How to manage the Fight, Flight or Freeze scenario
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Resources
Website: https://marcieresendesbook.ca/
Instagram: @marcieresendes
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcie.resendes.1
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February 1, 2022
Have you ever had the same recurring healthcare issue that you just couldn’t find answers to?
That’s what happened to one of my acquaintances recently. With her permission, I will be sharing her story of navigating the healthcare system in today’s episode. In this case study, I describe the full experience, feeling of frustration and fatigue of not getting the answers she was hoping for, and then how I encouraged her to advocate for herself.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
How we as healthcare providers can empathize with what patients are going through
What patients can be doing in order to navigate the system more seamlessly & advocate for themselves
Why follow-up is such a critical step in this line of work
What 4 lessons you can take away from this patients’ experience
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Resources
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January 25, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Tim and Bryan, physical therapists and authors of the book, Movers & Mentors: Leaders in Movement Science Share Tips, Tactics, and Stories. Movers & Mentors is a compilation of stories, thoughts, and advice from over 75 leaders in the fields of physical therapy and movement science. From researchers and expert clinicians, to innovators and business owners, their answers to thought-provoking questions will provide personal and professional guidance for the next generation of rehabilitation professionals.
Tim and Bryan share their story from first meeting in school to how they ended up writing a book together while interviewing some of the biggest leaders in the industry. They share where the idea first came from, how they decided who to reach out to, and how the response has been from both contributors and readers in the field!
Bryan Guzski PT, DPT, OCS, MBA, CSCS is an outpatient orthopaedic physical therapist at the University of Rochester Medical Center - Sports and Spine where he works primarily with patients with spine related impairments and directs the orthopaedic residency program. Bryan earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in 2014, completed an orthopaedic residency program through Cayuga Medical Center and received his Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist certification in 2015, and earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Simon Business School at the University of Rochester in 2021.
Tim Reynolds PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Anatomy & Physiology at Ithaca College and a part-time physical therapist practicing at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY where he predominately treats patients with spine or lower extremity impairments. Tim earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in 2014 and completed both his orthopaedic residency and spine fellowship through Cayuga Medical Center, and currently helps mentor and teach in both of these programs as well.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What the biggest lesson they both learned from writing the book was
Interviews and stories that surprised them through the process
The value of experience & the background of their residency program
How writing the book helped their own personal growth
How to embrace failure & advice for those needing guidance
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Resources
Website: https://www.moversandmentors.com/
Book: Movers & Mentors: Leaders in Movement Science Share Tips, Tactics, and Stories: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G5W5CBC
Twitter: https://twitter.com/moversmentors
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moversandmentors/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moversandmentors
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January 18, 2022
Are you looking to move forward and create something new this year?
My word for 2022 is ‘new,’ but not as in a ‘new year’ or a ‘new resolution,’ but rather as building something new. Seeing things from a new lens. In this episode I share 4 key strategies to implement, in order to let go of the past, and move forward by creating something new in the future. I discuss how you can implement these tactics into your everyday life, along with important considerations to keep in mind as you’re doing so.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What it really means to create & build something new for yourself
Ways in which I decompress and find peace that you can implement to your everyday life
Why letting go of the past is critical in moving forward
How you can be proactive in situations, as opposed to being active or reactive
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Resources
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January 11, 2022
As we head into the new year, I would normally reflect on the past 365 days, but instead, this year I want to reflect forward. I believe that 2022 will be the year of the healthcare provider, and I will be discussing how healthcare providers can begin defining their values in the new year. I will also share recent findings in a survey conducted on how we can retain healthcare providers during this difficult time, including 6 key initiatives on how to do so.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
How we can prevent healthcare provider burnout & what initiatives are most important to retaining them
Why 2022 will be the year of the healthcare provider
What we can be doing to boost employee morale and energy in the field
How healthcare providers can begin defining their values in the new year
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Resources
‘A Little Raise Makes a Big Difference for Healthcare Employee Retention’ Article: https://www.softwareadvice.com/resources/healthcare-employee-retention/
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January 4, 2022
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Josh Cutler, an author and seasoned mental health professional who has worked in healthcare for nearly twenty years. An experienced psychotherapist, clinical social worker and people leader, Josh’s work focuses on improving access to mental health services for people vulnerable to suicide. He works in private practice and is also a behavioral health leader in big healthcare.
Josh is passionate about sharing his own struggles with diagnosis of and recovery from a serious mental illness, in the hopes that this vulnerability will lead others to seek help. He is the author of The Day Hospital: A Memoir. Josh shares his journey of mental health, writing his book, and much more.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How the pandemic has affected the mental health of healthcare workers
The stigma around mental health and how it has changed over the years
Advice for healthcare providers who are struggling right now and feeling burnt out
Statistics on mental health & suicide within the healthcare industry
How to create a safe space for others to share how they’re feeling
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Resources
Website: https://www.joshcutler.net/
Josh’s Book: The Day Hospital: A Memoir https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096TRSSG3?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedayhospital/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-cutler-licsw-16032468/
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December 21, 2021
Have you ever noticed more women burning out in the workplace compared to men?
Whether you’ve experienced burnout personally or you’ve witnessed others facing burnout, it has many rippling effects and is affecting more women than men in healthcare. In this week’s episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing an article featured in the Greater Good titled; Why Are So Many Female Doctors Burning Out? I share key statistics on women & burnout, the gender gap in healthcare, discrimination in the workplace, how to change this culture, and much more.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What burnout really is and what signs to watch for
Why women seem to be burning out more than men in healthcare
Discrimination in the workplace and the gender gap
How we can work to change this culture and prevent women from burning out
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Resources
Greater Good Article: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_are_so_many_female_doctors_burning_out
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December 14, 2021
Do you often wonder if you’re feeling aligned with your work? Do you question if you’re working and living in purpose?
In this week’s episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing how to identify what your purpose is and how to determine if you’re living aligned with your purpose. I share what key questions you need to ask yourself to determine if you are both living and working in relation to your purpose.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
How your professional like impacts your personal life and vise versa
Why looking at the bigger picture can help us identify our true needs
6 essential questions to ask yourself in order to identify your purpose
How to align your work and personal life with your identified purpose
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Resources
Physician's Weekly Blog: https://www.physiciansweekly.com/doctor-what-is-your-purpose-for-being-here-today/
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December 7, 2021
Many people are aware of the role of physical independence, but have you ever heard about emotional independence?
In this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing what emotional independence is, and how you can recognize it within your patients. I share ways in which you can bring up these difficult conversations and how to help them build up not only their physical independence, but get to the core of their emotional independence.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What emotional independence really is and how to identify it within others
How we as healthcare providers can start these difficult yet necessary conversations
Ways in which emotional independence can affect other areas of our lives and how to manage these stressors
Why dealing with these emotional and social issues are so critical
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Resources
Psychology Today Definition: www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/your-emotional-meter/201911/how-live-emotionally-independent-life
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November 30, 2021
What are the greatest gifts you can give to show someone you care? To show someone you’re there for them? To make them feel supported?
In this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing ways in which you can make your patients, or anyone in your life, feel more comfortable, through 5 intangible, yet incredibly impactful gifts. I share 5 gifts that we can be giving to others to build a trusting relationship, but also that we should be giving ourselves as well.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What are the 5 greatest, intangible gifts we can give someone
How to create a trusted, therapeutic relationship with clients
Gestures that don’t require a lot of action, but go a long way in building connections
Why we can’t aim to please everyone and how to overcome this need
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Resources
Key Self Care Basics & How You Can Integrate Them Into Your Life Now with Podcaster & Author Suzanne Falter: https://jennifergeorge.libsyn.com/key-self-care-basics-how-you-can-integrate-them-into-your-life-now-with-podcaster-author-suzanne-falter
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November 23, 2021
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Suzanne Falter, an author and podcaster who helps busy women find happiness through self-care.
After losing her 22 year old daughter, Teal, in 2012, Suzanne’s work has evolved to help busy women learn more about self-care – a lesson she learned in coping with her grief. As a podcaster, Suzanne hosts the podcast, Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women, which is in the top 2% of all podcasts. It was inspired by her book, The Extremely Busy Woman’s Guide to Self-Care.
Suzanne is host of the Self-Care Group for Extremely Busy Women on Facebook, a thriving group of 56,000 women committed to self-care. As a writer and author for more than 40 years, Suzanne has a catalog of powerful fiction and self-help titles including Surrendering to Joy and How Much Joy Can You Stand?
As a speaker, Suzanne currently shares her inspiring story of being a donor Mom and the importance of self-care for overworked healthcare professionals with Debi Granger. Debi’s daughter’s life was saved when she received Teal’s heart and kidney after her death. They focus on reinvention after loss… and getting back to joy no matter what. They also host the Back to Happy podcast.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
What she had learned about living life after the sudden passing of her daughter
Questions to ask yourself in order to find what you really need
Five self-care basics you can be using right now in your everyday routine
What signs to watch for in order to know you’re on the right track
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Resources
Website: https://suzannefalter.com/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfcareforextremelybusywomen/
Podcast: https://suzannefalter.com/xbwpodcast/
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November 16, 2021
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Laura Purdy, the Co-founder and COO of MD Integrations, a telemedicine technology company connecting virtual healthcare providers with patients using a best-in-class telemedicine portal integrated with a physician-only clinical network.
Laura just wrapped up 14 years as an officer in the US Army serving as a family physician. Previously, she became one of the Regional Medical Directors of hims & hers, and entered the telehealth industry gig-economy style. Laura lobbies at the federal level to influence change that increases access to care and reduces disparities in telehealth. She shares her story of how she got into Telehealth, her experience serving as an officer in the US Army, her passion for women's health, and much more!
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
How she takes care of her own wellbeing with a busy schedule and many initiatives on the go
How telehealth has evolved and what it will look like in the future
What the benefits to telehealth are, and any barriers it has
The evolution of healthcare and how telehealth fit into this
How to know if telehealth is right for you vs an in person visit
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Resources
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-purdy-254215177
MD Integrations: https://mdintegrations.com/
Hims & hers: https://www.forhims.com/get-start-hims-g?&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=14647269025&utm_term=131063352150--kwd-892622478847&utm_content=545680896381&mt=e&utm_platform=c&utm_product=brand_core&gclid=CjwKCAjwzOqKBhAWEiwArQGwaNM4HzQw1a7cJVjzVPc72AzDrttx896tJh-6dZRG9_2mZGWexm-_aBoCjlAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
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November 9, 2021
Feeling unheard seems to be a common theme nowadays, especially in healthcare. What can you be doing to not only be heard, but to also ensure your patients feel heard?
In this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing what you can be doing as a practitioner to improve this common theme, and avoid any misunderstandings. I share ways you can enhance your communication with not only your patients, but also with your co-workers, to ensure everyone feels heard and acknowledged.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
Tactics I use in my practice to be present and have open conversations with my patients
How to use communication to avoid misunderstandings
Ways in which you can demonstrate to your patients that they are being heard and acknowledged
What to do when you’re feeling overwhelmed or rushed in a meeting, to ensure your patients still feel valued
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Resources
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November 2, 2021
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Randy Cook, MD, FACS, a respected clinician, educator, podcast host, and executive physician coach. After more than four decades of bedside practice as a general and vascular surgeon, as well as many years of clinical, managerial, and leadership experience, Randy shares invaluable insight into the practice of medicine. We discuss Randy’s journey to healthcare and career pivots he has made to becoming a physician coach and podcast host of Rx for Success.
Randy and the rest of the team at MD Coaches know the unique challenges that physicians face, and provide guidance and support through this rewarding, but often difficult calling. Through his empowering approach, Randy aims to empower physicians, provide tools for growth, and put them on a track to advancement. He is also the host of Rx for Success, a popular podcast that highlights physician leaders and shares their stories of both struggle and success.
Randy began his career as a general and vascular surgeon, and has also succeeded in multiple practice settings from solo practitioner to small single specialty group to large multispecialty clinic. As a clinical educator, Randy's expertise was highly-sought after within the wound care industry, serving as Chairman of the Education Committee for the Wound Healing Society. Randy was a member of the Physician Exam Committee for the American Board of Wound Management where he developed examination criteria that established the standard for national certification. His efforts in this area helped mold a generation of medical care providers.
Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:
The most important point in Randy’s healthcare education that wasn’t through academics
Changes occurring in the healthcare landscape and why there has been an increase in career pivots
What you can do if you are feeling dissatisfied in your work as a physician
The comparisons of being in private practice versus being employed
How he became a physician coach & podcast host
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Resources
MD Coaches: https://mymdcoaches.com/
Rx for Success Podcast: https://rxforsuccesspodcast.com/
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October 26, 2021
Are you looking to improve your patients' overall experience and minimize any complaints?
In this week’s episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing four tactics you can apply today, in order to give your patients the best experience. Through my own personal & clinical experiences, an interview with a past guest and patients on the show,, and some of the research, I have pinpointed some of the most common pain points or complaints of patients and how we as healthcare providers can resolve them.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
What the #1 complaint of patients is according to studies
Questions you should be asking your patients each session
How to manage expectations of patients in order to provide the best care
Why it’s important to keep an open dialogue with your patients and have full transparency
Four tactics to implement now to improve your patients' overall experience
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Resources
Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Episode with Barbara Khozam:
https://jennifergeorge.libsyn.com/how-to-better-deal-with-difficult-patient-situations-enhance-the-overall-patient-experience-with-barbara-khozam
https://participatorymedicine.org/journal/evidence/research/2015/06/25/what-do-people-want-from-their-health-care-a-qualitative-study/
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/patients-no-1-complaint-front-desk-staff.html
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/quality/10-most-common-patient-complaints-grievances-with-hospitals.html
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October 19, 2021
Healthcare providers have many decisions they must make throughout the day, which can often be overwhelming. So, how do you, as a provider, manage this feeling so that you can make the best decision possible?
In this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing what you can do in the moment, to manage the situation, and tame the overwhelm in the workplace. I give practical tips and advice that you can apply to help distance yourself, so that you find peace, and handle any situation that comes your way with a clear mind.
Listen to the full episode to learn:
How checking- in with your intentions can help put things in perspective
Why putting our own wellness first helps us make strong decisions
What you can do in the moment when you are feeling overwhelmed
How to distance yourself instead of confronting a resistant situation
The effects of being conditioned to disconnect from our emotions in healthcare
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October 12, 2021
Throughout a patient's healthcare journey, they can begin to lose a sense of their independent identity. Many must rely on others, particularly us providers, to help them with their basic needs.
In this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing how we as clinicians can help them through this life-altering transition and what we can do to support them not only physically, but psychologically. I share my own personal experience on how patients’ can lose their sense of self identity and how it has helped me better empathize & understand what patients, and their families are going through.
Listen in to the full episode to learn:
How to support patients overall well-being beyond physical care
Three powerful questions to ask during a patient interaction
Why we need to help patients navigate the system for an overall better experience
How you as a provider can help ease your patient into empowerment
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Resources
My Award Winning book:
Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT
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October 5, 2021
“You can’t be physically well, if you’re not mentally well.” - Crystal McAfee
In this week’s episode, I am joined by Crystal McAfee, a Crohn’s warrior and advocate for the inflammatory bowel disease community. In addition to her work with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, Crystal established the GutsyStrong community.
GutsyStrong is dedicated to raising awareness for and decreasing the stigma surrounding IBD. Through sharing stories, educational content, advocacy and awareness campaigns, GutsyStrong celebrates the IBD community and inspires all members to be unstoppable. We discuss Crystal’s nine-year road to being diagnosed with IBD and how she has since managed her chronic illness, as well as help others through their own journeys.
Tune in to today’s episode to learn:
How she found her community of support for inflammatory bowel disease
Her six steps to living a healthy life and managing her IBD
The moment that changed her life, gave her hope, and made her decide to volunteer with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada
The mental aspect of being diagnosed with a chronic illness
How to be a better provider from a patient's perspective
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Resources
Crystal’s Instagram: @gutsystrong
GoHere App
This free app was created by Crohn's and Colitis Canada. The GoHere initiative partnered with businesses and government buildings to identify accessible washrooms across Canada. This app is a wonderful tool for travelers. Simply input your destination and the app will display accessible washrooms along your route. It also provides a digital Washroom Access Card to quickly explain the medical need to access washrooms.
More information is available on www.GoHere.ca
Crohn’s and Colitis Initiatives
Crohns and Colitis’s advocates against the non-medical switch to biosimilar drugs in the treatment of IBD. The government of Ontario is planning to switch IBD patients onto biosimilar drugs without physician consultation. While we are not opposed to the use of biosimilars for new patients, switching the medication of a patient stable on a biologic can cause a disruption in the patients health. Research has demonstrated more than 1 in 2 people with IBD have experienced changes in their health after being switched to a different medication. Given that our healthcare system is under immense pressure due to the pandemic, we do not feel this is the time to be switching patients to a biosimilar drug and placing additional stress on the health care system.
Ontarians who support us can add their name to an online petition against the biosimilar switch here:
https://crohnsandcolitis.ca/Things-Not-To-Do-During-A-Pandemic
Ontarians who believe patient-doctor choice matters and would like to participate in our letter-writing campaign, can enter their name, email address and postal code into the form below. A letter will be generated and sent to the participants local MPP to indicate they are opposed to the non-medical switch.
Learn more:
https://crohnsandcolitis.ca/Get-Involved/Advocating-for-change/Access-to-treatments
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September 28, 2021
When you hear the word ‘detached,’ what do you think of? What about ‘depersonalized’? Do you know what the difference between detachment and depersonalization is?
Well, in this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing the difference between depersonalization; one of the core components of burnout, and detachment. I will share strategies and insights on how these components can lead to, and prevent burnout, along with key strategies to help you navigate them.
Listen in to learn:
How to create boundaries to avoid toxicity inside and outside the workplace
What signals to watch for in noticing not only emotional signs, but also physical signs within ourselves to alert us of toxicity
Why health boundaries are critical to detach yourself when needed
How to be aware of a negative environment and how to approach the situation
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September 21, 2021
What is the difference between external motivation and internal motivation? What role do they play in our work and is one better than the other?
In this week’s solo episode, I will be discussing how motivation and inspiration affect our work as healthcare providers, and our everyday lives. It can be hard to find motivation during these difficult times, but by learning how to transfer external motivation into internal motivation and inspiration, it allows us to avoid burnout and let positive energy in.
Listen in to learn:
The difference between inspiration and motivation
How to let in positive energy, and let go of any negative energy
What to do when you’re feeling unmotivated in your work
How to transfer external motivations into internal motivations
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Resources
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September 14, 2021
In this week’s solo episode of the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour, I will be discussing the recent article featured in the Harvard Business Review on ‘Helping Healthcare Providers Avoid Burnout.’
The article analyzed the sources of burnout and resilience against it. I discuss their findings from the study and how it relates to our work in healthcare, along with everyday life. Characteristics related to burnout such as; “activation,” and “decompression,” are discussed, along with how they relate to resilience against burnout.
Listen in to learn:
What activation & decompression mean and how they relate to burnout
Key findings in the study and how I’ve seen it firsthand in my own work
Methods on how to reach the core issue if you are experiencing burnout
How to cater to our own strengths and weaknesses in our work
And more!
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Resources
Harvard Business Review Article:
https://hbr.org/2018/10/helping-health-care-workers-avoid-burnout
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September 7, 2021
Have you been feeling additional stress as a healthcare provider lately? We have been seeing the toll this past year has had on the healthcare industry and the risk of burnout as providers, so how do we manage this with more ease?
In this episode, I am joined by Brandi Heather, Canada’s Master of Play, leading the next frontier of creativity and innovation. She is a mom, daughter, wife, business owner, artist, podcaster, and fierce advocate for mental health connecting authentically from lived experience. We discuss how incorporating play into your work can help healthcare providers reduce stress and avoid burnout during these difficult times.
Brandi is always unapologetically "In PLAY". She loves to reintroduce adults to their Play FULL potential. Through a PLAY List of Signature Applied Play Experiences, she reminds us that some of our greatest skills are not on our resumes, we left them on the playground long ago. Showing adults how to be Play FULL unleashes a torrent of creativity and innovation, yields an outpouring of improved communication, employee engagement and empowerment and gives CEOs and Business Leaders the ability to harness the extraordinary potential in people.
Tune in to today’s episode to learn:
What Play REALLY is
How to tap into play, recognize it, and expand on it
The benefits of play and how to find the right kind of “play” for you
How she deals with resistance to play in the organization
Perfectionistic drive vs unstructured play
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Resources
Brandi Heather
The Book https://returntoplay2021.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandiheather/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToPlayToday
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/return_to_play_2021/
AMPED2PLAY https://amped2play.com/
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August 24, 2021
In last week’s episode, I focused on how to overcome the feeling of guilt as a provider and some common themes around this topic were what to do when your patients aren’t seeing the results they hoped for? How do you overcome this new feeling of guilt and not attach your worthiness as a clinician to these situations?
In this week’s solo episode, I’m continuing this conversation around healthcare provider guilt and sharing insights & strategies on how to move through those feelings, especially when the outcomes aren’t what they wanted. I discuss why we base our self worth on results and why we should instead be focusing on the service provided.
Listen in to learn:
How education and conditioning has impacted our idea of success
The three components of burnout and how guilt affects this
Basing your practice on service rather than outcomes
An exercise to implement to see the big picture of your patients situation
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August 17, 2021
Have you ever experienced guilt as a healthcare provider? Whether it’s unwarranted guilt you put on yourself, or guilt that others put on you, it is an issue that is continuing to rise in the industry and leading to burnout in healthcare providers.
In this solo episode, I’ll be talking about my experience with healthcare provider guilt, and the impact it’s having on the industry according to a recent article I discovered. I share strategies on how to overcome the feeling of healthcare provider guilt, and questions you need to be asking yourself through the process.
Listen in to learn:
How healthcare provider guilt is leading to burnout in the industry
The impacts guilt has on individuals including mental health issues
How you can work to move through the feeling of guilt
What questions you need to ask yourself to understand where this guilt is coming from
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August 10, 2021
Have you been having difficulties navigating the healthcare system recently? Have you been feeling empowered or disempowered after walking away from a provider?
In this solo episode, I’ll be talking about my frustration as a provider during these times and how there is a divide being created in the system. I share insights on the effects of having an overloaded healthcare system, and what we as providers can be doing to empower patients, as opposed to disempowering them.
Listen in to learn:
What the divide in universal healthcare is and how it’s affecting patients
The difference between wellness for patients and illness right now
How we can be working to navigate the system better as a provider and as a patient
Why patients are suffering in silence and the effects this is having on the system
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Resources
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August 3, 2021
Have you been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or stressed lately?
In this solo episode, I’ll be talking about how implementing your own outlet can help you embrace good energy, feel joy, and reduce stress. I share insights on how you can find the right outlet for yourself and discuss what outlets have worked for me, including pivots I’ve had to make along the way when constraints and obstacles emerged.
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How to not only receive good energy, but to release it to others
What to do when you’re feeling frustrated and like you’re not expanding yourself
What your personal outlet should encompass and how to find it
How a positive outlet can benefit your life and work
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July 27, 2021
How can you implement Sam Thiara’s C.A.R.E. principle into your practice to avoid feeling overwhelmed during the pandemic?
In this episode, I am joined by Sam Thiara, a professional who has created a personal journey as a storyteller, writer, mentor/coach, problem solver, educator and entrepreneur. His goal is to engage individuals in their personal and professional development and was recognized by the Governor General of Canada for his work. Over the years, he has mentored hundreds of individuals and engaged. Added to this are the 45+ non-profits that he has worked with over the years.
Presently, Sam is the Founder and Chief Motivating Officer at Ignite the Dream Coaching and Consulting, a platform that engages his audience to define their path. A key element is transformational practices where he is an expert in youth career coaching and supports teams and organizations in corporate alignment. He co-founded a youth career platform that has gone nationwide.
He is a lecturer at the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University where he blends academic and professional experiences into a rich environment that captivates his audience. Finally, he is an accomplished and sought after speaker and has two TEDx talks to his name and speaks at conferences, seminars and workshops about 30-35 times a year. Added to his speaking is the book he recently wrote a book called, ‘Lost and Found: Seeking the Past and Finding Myself’. It focuses on his journey to India to find his ancestral roots with little else than a faded photograph and determination. The book is also about realizing one’s cultural identity because many struggle with understanding who they are.
Listen in to today’s episode to learn:
How we can implement the C.A.R.E. principle in healthcare
Why adaptability is critical during the pandemic
How to avoid feeling overwhelmed in negative situations
What emotional labour is and how to manage it
What you can be doing to minimize burnout as a healthcare professional
Mindset shifts to implement now, in order to achieve a more positive outlook
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Resources
Sam Thiara’s Website:
http://www.sam-thiara.com/
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July 20, 2021
Did you know that a recent study shows that 3 in 10 healthcare workers are considering leaving the profession due to burnout?
In this episode, I’ll be talking about how the pandemic has affected healthcare workers, and why retention should be a priority right now, versus recruitment. I share insights on what the impact of healthcare providers leaving the profession could look like, and how we can work to prevent this from happening.
Listen in to learn:
What the biggest challenges in healthcare are during this time
Risks of healthcare staff leaving the profession and why retention is so important
What we should be focusing on to retain healthcare providers
How we can bring wellness to providers even during a pandemic
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Resources
Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2021/04/22/health-workers-covid-quit/
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July 13, 2021
How do we let go of what’s holding us down? As a healthcare provider, how can we manage these toxic feelings and shift our mindset?
In this episode, I’ll be talking to you about how to manage toxic feelings, stress and energy constructively, in healthcare. I share insights on how to shift your focus from the negative, to being more appreciative and having a more positive outlook in your work.
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How our feelings can sometimes cloud our reflections
Shifting our mindset to what we are appreciative for
How to let go of what’s holding us down and protect ourselves moving forward
Why agreement isn’t necessarily always a good thing
The feeling of resistance vs flow and how to achieve this
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July 6, 2021
What factors should you consider when building a healthcare company in a new market? How can technology be used to enhance healthcare provider's communication with patients?
In this episode, I am joined by Babajide Oke, CEO of Render Health. Render Health is a health technology company that transitions healthcare operations in emerging markets to the digital age, such as electronic documentation for providers. He shares how he ended up starting his healthcare technology company and how he's building it with consideration of burnout and communication in mind, in Lagos, Nigeria.
Tune in to today’s episode to learn:
How he saw the need for healthcare technology in Nigeria
The differences in healthcare between North America and Africa that were considered
How he found doctors pain points prior to starting his company, to address their specific needs
Moving from paper and pen to digital, and how this new technology is being received
How Render Health is working to enhance communication between healthcare providers and patients
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Resources
Render Health Website:
https://www.renderhealth.com/about-us.php
Babajide Oke LinkedIn:
https://ng.linkedin.com/in/babajide-oke-21b3a915a
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June 29, 2021
What is it that makes high performers, high performers? What should we be focusing on to really move the needle and reach our fullest potential?
In this episode, I’ll be talking to you about how focusing on our mission, more than our strengths and weaknesses will allow us to grow and feel more fulfilled as clinicians. I share a new outlook on learning and why it’s important to think about what we know, as opposed to thinking that we don’t know enough.
Listen in to learn:
How to move the needle forward every day
Why you should focus on your overall mission to truly reach your fullest potential
How to Reach for Growth Greater than Skill-Level and Competency
The Indicator of High-Performance and How to Reach This
The Downsides to Focusing on Lack and a New Outlook on Learning
Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation!
Resources
Podcast with Lewis Howes and Brendon Burchard: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/e-brendon-burchard-high-performance-habits/
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Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!
June 22, 2021
What is the significance of healthy work cultures in healthcare? How do we achieve and even sustain a healthy workplace culture?
In this episode, I am joined by Michelle Troseth and Tracy Christopherson, co-founders of MissingLogic. They help healthcare organizations and healthcare leaders combat burnout through the power of a framework driven approach founded on Polarity Intelligence. The core of their work is leading healthcare organizations through transformational change that results in the best place to give and receive care, and for leaders to live their best lives both personally and professionally.
Listen in to today’s episode to learn:
How MissingLogic came to be and their mission
Why healthy work culture in healthcare is so important
What you can be doing to achieve and sustain a healthy work culture
How we can thrive as clinicians and conversations to be had with healthcare leaders
Factors that go into workplace culture to consider
What burnout is and if it is treatable
Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation!
Resources
MissingLogic Website:
https://www.missinglogic.com/
MissingLogic Social Media:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/missinglogic-llc
https://www.facebook.com/missinglogicLLC
https://twitter.com/MissingLogicLLC
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Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!
June 15, 2021
Conversations with patients are critical for our own growth and development as practitioners, and for the betterment of communication across the globe when it comes to healthcare.
In this episode, I am joined by Sharon M, an educator and online certified health & fitness coach. A year and half ago, Sharon started to experience health issues such as strength loss & vision loss, and has since been managing her journey of chronic health. Sharon shares her personal story from the beginning when she first realized something wasn’t right, to being misdiagnosed, to how she found healthcare providers she could trust.
Listen in to learn:
What changes in Sharon’s functional status made her realize something wasn’t right
How her beliefs and persistence helped her get to the root causes of her health issues
What positive and negative interactions she had with healthcare providers
How she found the path to self empowerment and healing
What advice she would give to someone going through a difficult health experience
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June 8, 2021
It’s hard to determine sometimes if we feel incompetent, or if we simply lack the belief in our own competency. As healthcare providers who constantly strive to provide better care, we can grow in self-doubt, sometimes unable to shake the feeling off.
In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you my own personal experience where doubt almost got in the way of my gut feeling from years in service.
Don’t forget to tune in on this short little chat!
Episode Highlights:
Emotional exhaustion and self-efficacy
Determinants of self-efficacy
A personal experience of mine with a patient
By determining if you are lacking competency, you help prevent burnout and stress
References:
Lopez-Garrido, G (2020, Aug 09). Self-efficacy. Simply Psychology. https://www.simplypsychology.org/self-efficacy.html
Self-Efficacy Theory | Simply Psychology | simplypsychology.orgsimplypsychology.org Self-efficacy is concerned with people's beliefs in their capabilities to exercise control over their own functioning and over events that affect their lives.
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June 1, 2021
It can be so easy for us as healthcare providers to forgo our own needs when addressing patients, sometimes it just rests at the back of our minds, later to be forgotten and further to be suppressed. But, that really doesn’t have to be the case for us.
In this episode, I’ll talk to you about keeping our integrity at the forefront and being sure to keep in tune with ourselves first, all while giving our patients the care they need and deserve-- without it coming at our own expense.
Episode Highlights:
Why we shouldn’t give too much of ourselves to our work
How can you get back to your integrity?
Never compromise yourself or your integrity
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May 25, 2021
No one will know you better than you know yourself and it’s this kind of acknowledgement that will help you maximize healing connections with clients.
In this episode, I chatted with Anniken Chadwick-- a UK trained physiotherapist who focuses on pelvic health and owns The Cheerful Pelvis physiotherapy clinic. Anniken shares how she discovered somatic psychotherapy as a means to overcome burnout and improve her client rapport. Anniken is passionate about humanizing healthcare and shares with us the ways we can check in with ourselves, better understand ourselves, and better connect with our patients.
Episode Highlights:
Feeling burnout and compassion fatigue
Somatic psychotherapy and what it is
Why it’s so important to keep ourselves in check and better understand ourselves
How we can affect our clients
Connect with Anniken Chadwick:
Website | Cheerful Pelvis
LinkedIn | Anniken Chadwick
The Art of Physiotherapy - Anniken’s Blog
Instagram | @the_art_of_physio
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May 18, 2021
Physician burnout is a widespread issue and is worsening with the onset of this pandemic. From being overworked, understaffed, and undermanaged; our healthcare workers are facing much bigger hurdles and challenges where they’re expected to work and sacrifice critical aspects of their own personal lives.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Suryadutt Venkat, a family care physician and the Medical Director of Encompass Family Medicine, to share with us the factors of physician burnout, why it’s happening, and what we can do.
Hop in and join the conversation!
Episode Highlights:
Why Dr. Venkat became a doctor
Why Dr. Venkat thinks burnout is increasing among primary care providers
Do EMRs and Patient Portals work?
Three main components of physician burnout
How Dr. Venkat manages burnout for himself
How covid contributed to physician burnout
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Primary Care | Encompass Family Medicine | Website
LinkedIN
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May 9, 2021
Unconsciously, we can easily overlook how something is impacting us in our life. Be it from our friendships, relationships, and the like. But in my case-- it’s my mom; a kind and caring person, one of the closest people to me on this earth.
Through my relationship with my mom, I was taught to pour my heart into my work and everything I do-- to be sure that I give my all to those that need my help where I can offer it. I like to credit her for this, because so many of my own clients come to me and they tell me that I work with so much heart.
Be sure to tune into this short episode, where I share with you how you can channel these positive things into your life, and how they can manifest in our daily lives.
Episode Highlights:
Pouring heart into your work
Being authentically there for your patients
How my mother inspires me daily
Keeping boundaries with patients and people
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May 4, 2021
Today’s a bit of a short episode-- but trust me when I say it can definitely be overlooked in our work. Authentic communication is at the root of prime patient care. Not only does it help them heal mentally, but it also allows us to provide them with much better support since they’d be more open to talking to us about their discomforts and how they truly are feeling.
In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you different experiences of mine where communication really played a huge role in understanding my patients pain and care.
Episode Highlights:
Why I’m so passionate about communication
An example of authentic communication with a patient
Why communication is so important
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Jennifer George | Website
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Click here to check out my book about connecting with patients to improve their care!
April 27, 2021
Each of us has faced burnout one way or another, and sometimes we aren’t prepared to handle such big emotions that we’ve absorbed throughout the day.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Christian and Dr. Caroline Heim. Dr. Christian Heim is an award-winning clinical psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Today they’ll walk us through ways we can prevent burnout, investing in only 5 minutes of our day to save us days of stress following.
I hope you stay and listen in for this insightful and eye-opening discussion!
Episode Highlights:
Shelving emotions and its effects
Tools we can use for trauma
Empathy and the medical industry during the pandemic
The difference between repression and suppression
Connect with Dr. Christian and Caroline Heim:
Website | Dr Christian Heim: Preventative Mental Health
YouTube | Dr Christian Heim
Instagram | Dr Christian Heim Psychiatrist (@drchristianheim)
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@bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram
Jennifer George | Website
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April 20, 2021
Advocacies are meant to be shared, they’re meant to be preached. So why are we holding ourselves back? Join me today for a little chat about how we can start using our voices for good-- contributing to a better future for patients and providers alike.
In this episode, I’d really love to go into detail about the main difference between complaining and advocating-- where its roots lay and how they’re driven. I know a lot of people that prefer to be quiet, they prefer not to face the retribution from others, and while I understand that-- it’s definitely something that needs to change.
I hope you stay and hear me out this episode as I state my own advocacy and call you all to action as well!
Episode Highlights:
Why some people choose to stay silent
The fine line between complaining and advocating
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Jennifer George | Facebook
Click here to check out my book about connecting with patients to improve their care!
April 13, 2021
Since healing is just as much mental as it is physical, join me over a cup of warm tea as I chat with you about ways in which you can help your patients highlight and connect with their goals.
I’ll briefly talk about an experience of mine with a patient that could no longer walk, but thanks to setting goals and building motivation, we helped her change her life for the better.
Be sure to listen in and hopefully this will inspire you to take a different approach to patient care and helping them!
Episode Highlights:
What to ask our patients to visualise their goals
Rethinking how we help them take on Challenges
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Click here to check out my book about connecting with patients to improve their care!
April 6, 2021
March 30, 2021
I am joined today with Barbara Khozam: customer service investigator, trainer, and speaker on healthcare communication, the patient experience, and leadership. Barbara and I chat about all things related to dealing with difficult patient interactions and enhancing the overall patient experience.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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Read: Compassionomics
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Website: Barbara Khozam
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bnkhozam/
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarakhozam/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BarbaraKhozam
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March 30, 2021
March 23, 2021
Join me today as I chat with you about the silent aspect of toxic workplaces that are traditionally not thought about and how that can disempower providers and result in depersonalization and burnout.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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Read: A Hidden Truth: Hostility in Healthcare
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March 23, 2021
March 16, 2021
Join me today as I ask you to reflect on your burnout prevention practices and whether they happen in or outside of your workplace? I further chat about the power of an empowerment approach in preventing burnout in the workplace.
*Correction: "Negatively Reduced was meant to be negatively influenced burnout"*
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: https://www.longwoods.com/content/17242/healthcare-quarterly/workplace-empowerment-as-a-predictor-of-nurse-burnout-in-restructured-healthcare-settings
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March 16, 2021
March 9, 2021
Join me as I chat with you about the differences between excellence and perfectionism and how perfectionism could lend itself towards burnout.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
*Focus on Solutions, Not Barriers
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March 9, 2021
March 2, 2021
Join me today as I chat with you about the power of reflecting in various ways to assist you in moving forward in your practice and feeling more clear.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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March 2, 2021
February 23, 2021
Join me as I chat with you about how I allow my patients to guide my treatment interventions, often focusing on functional movements that help to restore a loss of independence in what matters most to them.
Please note, patient safety is of utmost importance and this recording is done under the context that all red/yellow flags have been ruled out during Ax/Rx.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
*Focus on Solutions, Not Barriers
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February 23, 2021
February 16, 2021
Join me today as I chat with you about the word "non-compliance" and why I think it should not be used in our communication vocabulary to describe patient adherence unless we are aware of the reason for why it exists.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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February 16, 2021
February 9, 2021
Join me as I share a couple of stories that have helped me to reflect on my practice, what lasting impression I want to leave on my patients and profession, and how to bridge the gap from communication to connection.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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February 9, 2021
February 2, 2021
Join me as I chat with you about what it takes to be original in your profession. Hint: You already are and it's time you take the time to reflect on it.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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February 2, 2021
January 26, 2021
Join me as I reflect with you on the core habits that have been fundamental to my most successful and fulfilled time, why I let them go, and how I am reclaiming my power and habits again.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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January 26, 2021
January 19th, 2021
Join me as I chat with you about the difference between communication efficiency and empathy in a technologically driven system that focuses more on innovation than the cores of inter-personal communication.
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Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
Free Webinar (Coupon Code: CommunicationIsCare, expires January 31st at 11:59pm): https://embodiaapp.com/courses/724-communication-is-care-9-empowering-strategies-to-guide-patient-healing-jennifer-george
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January 19, 2021
January 12th, 2021
Join me as I chat with you about this perspective when it comes to patient-provider communication - it is not about what you say or know, but more about what you're open to receiving and understanding.
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Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
Free Webinar (Coupon Code: CommunicationIsCare, expires January 31st at 11:59pm): https://embodiaapp.com/courses/724-communication-is-care-9-empowering-strategies-to-guide-patient-healing-jennifer-george
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January 12, 2021
January 5th, 2021
Join me as I chat with you about why it's necessary to reflect on our practice and check in with our alignment. I chat about how to know if you're feeling off and when it's time to take action on getting aligned.
I wish you all the best in health, joy, peace, and gratitude in 2021.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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January 5, 2021
December 29, 2020
Join me as I chat with you about some of the lessons I've come to appreciate in 2020. While there are many more to add with each passing day, these were some of the ones that enlightened me.
I wish you all the best in health, joy, peace, and gratitude in 2021.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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December 29, 2020
December 22, 2020
Join me as I chat with you about the importance of expressing your boundaries to prevent exhaustion and depersonalization in the workplace as well how this impacts your own sense of value.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (Guide from a Place of Integrity)
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December 22, 2020
December 1, 2020
Join me with special guest, Farouk Bello (PT and Creator of Rooks Health) as we chat about holistically serving patients, communicating with empathy, and how a passion to serve fuels your growth globally and helps you overcome your inner critic.
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Resources:
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Guest Social, Farouk Bello (PT):
Website: www.rookshealth.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rookshealth?lang=en
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ruuqie/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpP9NdzjOBdiggVBDJ6xU8A
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rooks-health-podcast/id1518663265
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December 1, 2020
November 30, 2020
Join me over a cup of herbal adaptogens as I chat with you about how our greatest messaging, presence, and influence is rooted from our darker moments.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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November 30, 2020
November 25, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about the art and fine line of knowing when it's time to rest and when it's time to get into action. There's a time and place for all of it and it's best to plan for both.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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November 24, 2020
November 23, 2020
Join me over a cup of green tea as I chat with you about connecting with your greater purpose and vision for practicing. I ask you to reflect on whether your practice is your job or your legacy right now and how to connect with the deeper meaning behind what you do.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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November 23, 2020
November 18, 2020
Join me over a cup of tea as I chat with you about choosing one word to anchor and inspire your life journey moving forward and how to know when you are on the right path (one of the best answers I've heard).
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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Read & Inspired by:
One Word That Will Change Your Life: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/one-word-that-will-change-your-life-expanded-edition?utm_campaign=shopping_feed_ca_en&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqfDrsdmC7QIVFo7ICh1puAFQEAQYAiABEgI9CfD_BwE
Oprah Winfrey & Caroline Myss Interview on SuperSoul Sunday on Discovering Your Life's Purpose
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/oprahs-supersoul-conversations/id1264843400?i=1000416549746
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November 18, 2020
November 16, 2020
Join me over a glass of water with special guest, Shoni Duesling (Certified Life Coach and CBT Practitioner) as we chat about what perfectionism is, how it contributes to burnout, how to manage it, and how to nurture yourself from burning out.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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Shoni's Website: twelveinchesaway.com
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November 16, 2020
November 11, 2020
Join me over a cup of white tea as I chat with you about the overlooked yet powerful practice that will improve your communication inter-personally: communication with the divine/universe/higher source.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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November 11, 2020
November 9, 2020
Join me over a post run shake as I share with you the deeper and more long-term reasons why cardiovascular activity should be apart of your self-care plan: uplifted mood, creative imagination, and creative expression, and more constructive problem solving.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Regular exercise changes the brain to improve memory, thinking skills
Read: Exercise might be more than good for your brain — it could make you more creative as well
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November 9, 2020
November 4th, 2020
Join me over a cup of coffee as I chat with you about the power in circling back around and giving thanks for the signs, lessons, and blessings you've been asking for and receiving (check out Episode 84 and 85 as they are good precursors a lead-in to this one).
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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November 4, 2020
November 2, 2020
Inspired by Alicia Keys' Gramercy Park: Before you sign up for that next course, join me over a glass of red as I chat with you about how to be more aware of your reasons for changing aspects of who you are or how you practice. Are you taking that course or changing for you or for something/someone outside of you? And the consequences of the latter...
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
www.buildyourwave.com
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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November 2, 2020
October 28, 2020
Join me over my post-run shake as I chat with you about the reflections and revelations as you discover the meaningful truth behind your purpose for practicing. Eventually, it becomes greater force than "just helping people..."
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
www.buildyourwave.com
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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October 28, 2020
October 26, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I offer up my two cents on the concept of work-life balance and whether it exists for me. Rather than work-life balance, I view it more as work-life harmony, a flow between oneself/work/personal life.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
www.buildyourwave.com
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October 26, 2020
October 21, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about how to get more clear on what it is that you want for your life.
1) First, begin the practice of declaring your desires daily.
2) Ask yourself why it matters so much.
3) Remind yourself you are worthy of all of it.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
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October 21, 2020
October 19, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about reflecting on where you are right now and asking yourself if what you're thinking/feeling/experiencing is in alignment with thriving.
If not, it's time to disrupt persistent negative experiences with the following:
1) List 5-10 gratitudes in the AM or PM (both is best!)
2) Connect and write what it is you deeply and specifically desire for your well-being. Be so specific that it feels like you've already obtained it.
3) Focus on what you can control, what you're grateful for, and what you desire (vs. focusing on all that you don't see as going well or what you desire) and attract more of that into your life.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
www.buildyourwave.com
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October 19, 2020
Oct 14, 2020
Join me over a cup of green tea as I chat with you about the powerful impact of self-reflection on your fulfillment, building resilience, and growing your impact.
Self-reflection can begin at a superficial level and evolve more deeply:
1) Start with What/Who...
2) Ask Why...
3) Ask what you could do next time to improve the situation (yes, there will be a next time).
4) Wonder how it makes you a better provider for going through it.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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October 14, 2020
October 12, 2020
Join me over a post-run shake as I chat with you about the difference between going against the waves of resistance and creating waves around them.
1) Write down the waves of resistance that are happening in your practice or life right now.
2) Follow that with the waves of opportunities that surround this resistance.
3) You cannot fight resistance - you must surrender to it and move around it. Let it guide you, not override you.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
www.buildyourwave.com
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October 12, 2020
October 7, 2020
Join me over a cup of English Breakfast tea as I enlighten you with how you can begin practicing gratitude at work.
1) Thank your patients for the privilege to be apart of their journey.
2) Thank your colleagues and be mindful of those who are persistently cynical and complain.
3) Allow gratitude to reset and reframe your mindset and energy.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co/contact/
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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October 7, 2020
October 5, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about why healthcare providers are more prone to burnout...
1) Putting others' needs before our own.
2) Inconsistent scheduling and long hours/days worked, leading to less or inconsistent rest.
3) Lack of Autonomy.
4) Fear of embarrassment or failure if you were to become burned out.
5) Emotional empathy > cognitive empathy.
6) Learning curve of electronic health documentation.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co/contact/
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October 5, 2020
Sept 30, 2020
Join me over a cup of BCAAs post run as I share an enlightening story with you about how communication is the care give your patients and yourself every single day.
1) Patient care and student story
2) How empathy enhances care and the challenges we deal with around healthcare provider guilt
3) How communication affects healthcare provider burnout
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co/contact/
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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September 30, 2020
Sept 28, 2020
Join me over a cup of green tea as I chat with you about ways in which you can approach complicated patient interactions with greater ease.
1) Confirm what your patient knows about their medical situation and condition.
2) Be empathetic and choose compassionate solutions that serve your patient best in that moment.
3) Tailor communication in such a way that is clearly understood by your patient. It is okay to rephrase things differently to achieve mutual understanding.
4) Be transparent about what you know as of present with respect to progress & status and offer hope of comfort, progression, or prevention of decline.
5) Ensure your patient/caregiver feels empowered as part of the decision-making process. There is generally always another provider or more who is involved and so, ensuring follow-up if warranted is something you can help to facilitate.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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September 28, 2020
Join me over a cup of green tea as I share with you one perspective that might propel you forward out of fear.
Consider: are you taking action for yourself or for others right now?
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
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September 23, 2020
Join me over a post-run shake as I chat with you about ways to overcome self-doubt right now:
1) Remain true to your values in every decision.
2) Don't compare yourself - be inspired and collaborative.
3) Be kind to yourself along the journey.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/bestobsessed_with_jenn/
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September 21, 2020
Sept 16, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about ways in which to see, define, align, and expand your purpose (adapted from my book, Communication is Care).
1) Understand that purpose is not an end-result alone. Start where you are and your purpose will grow and expand itself.
2) Take inventory of your health and life needs (e.g., health, career, social relationships, etc.) and ask yourself what you need right now.
3) Integrate play.
4) Ensure your self-care plan is flexible and non-negotiable.
5) Practice gratitude every moment you get.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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September 16, 2020
Sept 14, 2020
Join me over a post workout shake as I chat with you about knowing your value and how to bring that to your workplace so that you design your practice in a way that aligns with you and your self-worth.
1. In an ideal situation, write down all it is that you want for yourself (income, time, autonomy, patient care time...)
2. Compare what you want to the bigger market of healthcare that you're in. Also, consider your niche and focus that might add to your value as a provider and employee.
3. Consider involving yourself and being open to learning more about the greater system of healthcare and how it impacts your value and delivery of care.
4. No success in your patient care outcomes is too small. Ask yourself: why do patients stay with me? Ask your patients how they are receiving of your services. Those are your successes and value you're offering.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
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September 14, 2020
Sept 9, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about how positive communication with your patients can help minimize your risk of burnout.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient-ebook/dp/B07TDSHZXT)
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September 9, 2020
Sept 7, 2020
Join me over a post-run shake as I remind you of the 2 things that must happen for effective communication to have taken place between you and your patients/clients.
We cannot control how others receive our expression of compassion/empathy/safety, etc., but we can still persist.
1. Expression
2. Reception
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
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September 7, 2020
Sept 2, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about how you know when you're making it and can feel certain of your place in your profession.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
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September 2, 2020
August 31, 2020
Join me over a protein shake as I chat with you about how we can prevent or manage burnout and stress by becoming more vulnerable.
1. Embrace yourself no matter what.
2. Try not to suppress how you're feeling.
3. Know your inner circle - who can you trust with your feelings.
4. Ask yourself: what is the outcome if I let myself open up and what are the possibilities?
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
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August 31, 2020
August 26, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about the importance of expressing your boundaries to prevent exhaustion and depersonalization in the workplace:
Ask yourself:
1) Is this what I want to do? Does this align with me?
2) Pause the process if you need to before deciding.
3) Express your boundary in a compassionately empathetic way.
August 26, 2020
August 24, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about the positive lessons of working in a toxic environment.
1. Learning to let go.
2. Learning about yourself.
3. Leading by example.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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August 24, 2020
August 19, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I share with you how you can begin picking yourself up if you've been spiralling in self-doubt and lacking confidence.
1. In addition to your why, ask yourself "why not me?"
2. List 5-10 reasons why someone would be crazy not to work with you.
3. Journal on the positive feedback/testimonials, etc.
4. What are my strengths?
5. What is one thing you can do to stretch yourself personally or professionally?
6. Find gratitude for where you are and where you will be.
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August 19, 2020
August 17, 2020
Join me over a protein shake as I chat with about the 3 myths of burnout I have come across over the years in healthcare.
1. Burnout is inevitable in healthcare.
2. Burnout is normal in healthcare.
3. Burnout is common knowledge/an overused term.
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August 17, 2020
August 12, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I check-in with you about the importance of checking in with yourself and the signs to look out for that could lead to burnout.
The more we are aware, the better we can prepare and prevent it. Here are some ways to identify if burnout could be creeping into your life: You find yourself needing unplanned rest periods without feeling more energized. You are feeling alone with your feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, cynicism, and decreased motivation. It’s normal to not want to goto work some days, but when this feeling is bringing on more anxiety and it’s becoming more and more frequent, it may be a sign. You are focused more on what is out of your control and losing sight of what is in your control. You are feeling more and more unheard, understood or recognized and are losing motivation. You are unable to manage your emotions (eg, random outbursts of crying or anger...) You are feeling powerless in setting healthy boundaries and may become irritable and resentful of others. You feel like your work has no value and begin to lose your sense of purpose. You are checking out of your personal life and social activities. Can you relate to any of these? I know I can . Which stand out to you? You don’t have to figure this all out alone like I did, which is why I have started my 1:1 online personal coaching to help you align your career with your true passion and purpose. Apply to work with me here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2P4UEXxwlmhTAghBbgyLGyyYgvLE4nVcTh3Aouou-yL0_bA/viewform If we are a good fit, we will hop on a free 20-minute call together. If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
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August 12, 2020
August 10, 2020
It's time to talk about your fears AND your hopes & dreams.
Emotions are apart of us and they stem from thoughts and perceptions. To ignore them, might make them grow.
But what if we could validate them as well our hopes and dreams.
Inspired by Nelson Mandela's quote: "May your choices reflect your hopes and dreams, not your fears."
Try this exercise: 3 columns with the headers of: Fears / Inhale & Exhale.../Hopes & Dreams.
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August 10, 2020
August 5, 2020
Join Ryan Wells and Giacomo Silvestri (of Allied Health Financial Canada) and I as we chat about the need to improve financial literacy among healthcare professionals as a means to enhance their overall well-being, minimize stress and overwhelm, and reduce the risk of burnout.
Ryan and Giacomo discuss some basic tips to help lessen the overwhelm and meet yourself where you are at in starting to manage your financial health today.
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August 5, 2020
August 3 2020
It's time to talk about toxic workplaces in healthcare. If you are in one right now, these 3 reasons may be keeping you there at the expense of your own health and well-being. We are going deep here.
1. Lost sense of self - who are you?
2. A depleted sense of self-worth.
3. The pain of the toxicity is not greater than your own pain.
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August 3, 2020
July 29, 2020
Ever feel like you never have time to take care of yourself? What if I shared a few simple ways you can start investing in your well-being while at work that should take no extra time.
Join me over a glass of water as I share with you 4 simple ways you can integrate self-care practices into your busy working day.
1. Connect or disconnect on your breaks.
2. Moments of Gratitude
3. Commute with Intention to/from work
4. Integrate balanced nutrition/hydration.
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July 29, 2020
Join Michelle Yan (Mental Health Advocate) and I over Scotch and Diet Pepsi as we chat about raising mental health awareness in the LGBTQ community, her powerful story of burnout and burnout recovery, and ways to prevent burnout from happening in your own life.
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July 27, 2020
July 22, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about 5 ways to prevent a workplace from going toxic:
1. Cultivating Connection and Community
2. Being Transparent and Visible
3. Empowering One Another
4. Create a Safe Space to Express Yourselves
5. Being Accountable to Your Role
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Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (Guide from a Place of Integrity)
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July 22, 2020
July 20 2020
Join me over a post-run protein concoction as I chat with you about the 3 Rs that could protect you from burning out in the third degree:
Recovery
Resourcefulness
Resilience
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Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (Guide from a Place of Integrity)
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July 20, 2020
July 15, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about considering the concept of misaligned values as a reason for feeling like you're on the path to burnout.
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Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing (Guide from a Place of Integrity)
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July 15, 2020
July 13, 2020
Join me over a cup of tea as I chat with you about how seeing the bigger picture behind what you do in your day to day clinical practice can deepen your purpose, improve your awareness, and make you a better team player.
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Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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July 13, 2020
July 8, 2020 Join me over a shot of Amped Nox (by Isagenix) as I chat with you about how to sit and process your emotions to initiate positive change (e.g., versus suppressing and avoiding them).
1) What is the conflict or event at hand?
2) What am I feeling right now about it?
3) How do I feel?
4) Why do I feel this way?
5) Where did I learn to feel this way?
6) What safety does feeling this way give me?
7) What pain would it cause me to feel if I stopped feeling this way?
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July 8, 2020
July 6, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat about the importance of self-empowerment in creating more empowering patient care experiences.
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Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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July 6, 2020
July 1, 2020 Happy birthday to my late father, Jimmy George! And how coincidental (or not, actually) that this podcast would fall on my dad's birthday as he is the inspiration behind it.
Join me over a glass of magnesium glycinate for muscle soreness as I chat with you about the steps I took to write an Amazon Best Seller. I hope they help you on your journey.
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Read: Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing
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July 1, 2020
June 29, 2020 Join me over a cup of warm tea as I chat with you about how to engage in inevitably difficult conversations in the workplace with less stress or anguish.
1) Listen openly and with the intention to understand and empathize
2) Speak from the only perspective you know - which is your own and your own feelings
3) Come from a position of what's fair and equal for everyone
4) Ask for time to process or reflect before responding
5) Repeat and Paraphrase - what I am hearing or understanding you say is...
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June 29, 2020
June 24, 2020
Join me with a special guest, Tawnya Jacob (@relentlesslyresilient) who is a dental hygienist and was diagnosed with breast cancer during Covid-19. Her journey has been powerful, inspiring, and vulnerable.
She reminds us to slow down, prioritize ourselves, and "live your dash" (inspired by Tawnya's best friend, Jessica, who passed of metastatic breast cancer in 2017) by discovering all of the reasons to be present and joyful right now.
You don't want to miss this episode!
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June 24, 2020
June 22, 2020 Join me over a glass of water as I reflect on the heaviness of healthcare lately and what I feel could greatly improve the state of burnout among healthcare professionals. First and foremost, it's necessary to take preventative action (not reactive). There is a sense of urgency here - how long we do go on feeling this way?
Strategies discussed include: regular check-ins with staff, personal spaces, fitness/gym area, and positive social connections.
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June 22, 2020
June 17, 2020 How many times have you met another healthcare professional who is open and honest about their failures just as much as their successes? Join me as I chat with GP Dr. Usman Sajjad (G.P. and Sports Physician of Boxing and Rugby) as we chat about building resilience, overcoming failure, managing burnout and identifying its triggers, self-care, and the health system.
We basically cover it ALL.
You don't want to miss this episode!
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Podcast: The Dr. Uz Podcast
June 17, 2020
June 15, 2020
Join me over a cup of green tea as I chat with you about how to know when it’s time to reflect, pivot, or change your practice. Growth is a natural part of the human condition, to deny or resist it is to remain stagnant and unhappy.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient/dp/1988645247
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June 15, 2020
June 10, 2020
Join me over my post-run shake as I chat about self-care strategies that are sure to infuse your senses, deepen your emotional response, and help to elevate your vibe and show up for others as you intended.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
Communication is Care: 9 Empowering Strategies to Guide Patient Healing https://www.amazon.ca/Communication-Care-Empowering-Strategies-Patient/dp/1988645247
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June 10, 2020
June 8, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I fire you up and have you reflecting on what you stand for in healthcare right now. Uncover your message by reflecting on the following:
Why or what experience made me get into healthcare?
What keeps me here?
What do I want the future of healthcare to look like? What is my vision and how do I align it with my practice?
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June 8, 2020
June 3, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about 5 ways you can change your perspective on your failures right now:
1. Recognize you are not a failure just because you failed at something.
2. Why is this happening?
3. Where do I go from here? (Being present here)
4. If no one's opinions mattered to me, would I care so much or be this hard on myself?
5. Recognize that the most successful people in life fail many times over, but they're willing to risk failing because they believe they're meant to do it.
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June 3, 2020
June 1, 2020 Join me as I chat with Physician and Patient Advocate, Dr. Nikita Parikh, as she shares her journey of discovery, stress, and burnout to finding her own consulting space, In4med. You don't want to miss this episode!
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Healthcare Advocacy - In4Med: https://www.in4med.ca/
Email Nikita @ nikita.parikh@in4med.ca
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June 1, 2020
May 27, 2020
Episode Highlights
It's the week of 3's! Toxic workplaces in healthcare are more common than you think. Join me over a glass of warm tea as I chat with you about 3 toxic communicative signs to be aware of in your workplace.
Negative commentary
Belittlement / Feeling undervalued
Crossing Personal Boundaries
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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May 27, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about the importance of letting go of perfection so that you may become who you always envisioned. Three factors of perfection may be blocking your joy:
Comparison
Competition
External Validation
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May 25, 2020
May 20, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I chat with you about some of the ways you can shift your mindset, tame your fear, and begin the journey toward your passions and potential.
How do you define success?
Take Self-Responsibility for Your Choice to Act or Not
Is Your Fear Greater than Your Self-Belief?
Where can I meet myself and feel safe as I embark?
Stay Present Always
Find Your Tribe
Be Prepared to Stay Invested
Know There is Never a Bad Choice
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
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www.jennifergeorge.co
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/bestobsessed_with_jenn/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenngeorge08
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestobsessed/
LinkedIN: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-george-25656517
May 20, 2020
May 18, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I share with you some of the self-care strategies and tips that I use throughout my journey of taking better care of myself. These include: making the choice to take care, hydration, improved nutrition and frequency of intake, mindfulness, restraint, sleeping enough, moving your body, being grateful, and prioritizing positive connections.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/bestobsessed_with_jenn/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenngeorge08
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestobsessed/
LinkedIN: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-george-25656517
May 18, 2020
May 13, 2020
Join me as I chat with Child Life Specialist, Alexx Friesen, on the dynamic nature and value of her profession, the reasons why she loves her work, how she manages burnout, and how she empowers her patients/families to be their own advocates of care through positive communication.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/bestobsessed_with_jenn/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenngeorge08
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestobsessed/
LinkedIN: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-george-25656517
Guest Social:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/childlifealexx/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/childlifealexx?lang=en
May 13, 2020
Episode Highlights
May 11, 2020
Join me as I chat with you about how your community and team environment has a direct impact on the energy you reflect and embody.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @bestobsessed_with_jenn
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
May 11, 2020
Episode Highlights
May 6, 2020
Join me as I chat with you about how to take the initiative on your potential and build on it as you journey through towards your purpose.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
May 6, 2020
Episode Highlights
May 4, 2020
You may be finding yourself in a state of creativity right now during this crisis, but is it causing you overwhelm? Are you feeling conflicted by it?
Ask yourself this question if you are wondering whether you should be shifting your focus or balancing your energy....
"Will this sustain me?"
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
May 4, 2020
May 1, 2020
Join me over a glass of Coke Stevia (One too many these days) as I share why I believe you can be, do, have it all, and the first step you can take in creating it...
Do you believe? Ready to invest? Take your first steps.
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Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
May 1, 2020
April 23, 2020
Join me over a glass of water as I reflect on the power of how we align ourselves with our communities that surround us right now (e.g., social media, friends/loved ones, work community) so that the energies each bring honour our thoughts, feelings, and being.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 23, 2020
April 20, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me as I sit with Jade Citrus Tea from Starbucks and chat about the growing needs of mental health services in ourselves and in our patients during this pandemic.
It is more than likely that you will find your patients' physical concerns be rooted more in their mental health and psycho-social factors which we must screen for, adapt our treatment to, and facilitate appropriate referrals to provide the best overall experience for our patients.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 20, 2020
April 18, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me as I sit inspired with a glass of water and reflect on the power of your voice and the even greater power in when it's heard, supported, and amplified.
My sister and I have been starting IG lives and the feedback about feeling apart of a greater conversation and a community that listens is what people are finding helps them find their own voice through this time.
When was the last time you had an adult conversation while quarentining? Join us for our next IG live on Sunday April 19/2020 at 730pm EST.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed (Mona, my sister: @gurl_like_you)
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 18, 2020
April 15, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a cup of green tea as I connect with Marcus Engel (Certified Professional Speaker, Author, Adjunct Professor, and Creator of Narrativenursing.com) on how the greatest gift we can give our patients along their healing journey is our presence through compassionate communication, empathy, personalization, and non-judgement.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Guest Resources and Social:
www.marcusengel.com
Books: The Other End of the Stethoscope: 33 Insights for Excellent Patient Care; I'm Here - Compassionate Communication in Patient Care
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcusEngelSpeaker/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindguypictures/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcusengel?lang=en
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDJl56jhb70&t=397s
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 15, 2020
April 13, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me as I sit with a cup of warm tea as I implore the concept of Newton's 3rd Law of Motion - for every action, there is an equal but opposite reaction - on how it may help us navigate and harmonize our thoughts and feelings.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 13, 2020
April 11, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me as I sit with the bright sun and reflect on 3 questions that can help you better accept and understand yourself and others wherever you or they may be right now:
1) Who am I?
2) What do I value most right now?
3) Who do I want to connect with most right now?
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 11, 2020
April 9, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me as I sit with the warm sun and reflect with you on 6 self-care reflections you can do right now to help manage & minimize burnout.
These are adapted from Six Self-Care Strategies to Combat Clinician Burnout, which was just published in the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) based on interviews in 2017-2018.
Where did I connect and align with the purpose in my work today?
Who did I connect well with today? Who inspired me?
What is one thing I am going to do for myself today?
List your gratitudes in this moment.
Practice optimism - see all angles, but focus on the best solutions
What is my unique gift to my profession and patients?
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Full Text Article: https://aacnjournals.org/ccnonline/article/40/2/44/30911/Self-care-Strategies-to-Combat-Burnout-Among
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 9, 2020
April 7, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water and Coke Zero as I get relatable with Crystal Sleiman (Marketer, DJ (CJAM Radio), Podcast Host (The Mix Up)) about her decision to embrace her true calling of personal training and coaching others on their physical and nutritional health journey.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Guest Social:
IG: @coachcrysieee
Twitter: @crystalsleiman
Podcast: The Mix Up
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 7, 2020
April 4, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water as I share with you my simple strategy to identify and understand my negative emotions.
For example: pull out your journal and highlight two columns (My Fears | My Reality). Identify your fear (for example: being judged) and your current reality (for example: I am learning and growing and understanding in what ways).
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 4, 2020
April 1, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water as I share with you why your consistency matters more than ever right now.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
April 1, 2020
March 31, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Inspired by U2's Bono: "Vision over visibility" in Moment of Surrender, I felt compelled to have a cup of tea and chat with you about how you can start leading yourself through the current oblivion and toward your vision.
The first step in starting is asking yourself: "What vision did I have for my life 3-4 weeks ago?" Go there and take small steps toward it with where you are at right now. Let the vision you hold true, pull you through the uncertainty of these times.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 31, 2020
March 26, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a cup of tea as I reflect on the classic Jim Rohn quote that has been guiding me for years: "Invest More In Yourself than You Do Your Work." Work takes up the majority of our time, after your working day, do you do more work or do you invest in your own well-being? Self-care is not meant to be methodical, magical, burdening or punishing - it is meant to uplift you.
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 26, 2020
March 25, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water and let's share some creative expression. In this episode, I share a few words from something I have been writing on the impact of this pandemic. It would be great to hear your expressions as well (reach out to handles below).
Thank you for listening, I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 25, 2020
March 21, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me with a post-workout-micronutrient enhanced shake as I share 3 simple questions to ground you and make you more self-aware of what you need right now:
1) Is this harming or helping me?
2) How so?
3) What can I do to change it or spread this to help others?
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 21, 2020
March 18, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water as I chat about the self-empowerment in making choices for yourself every day. Start by asking yourself: Do I have a choice here? Then: Am I making a choice here? One of the greatest regrets we have in life is not making a choice when we had the chance, regardless if it was the right move or not. The point is - both the positive and negative choices add up to your success and fulfillment.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 18, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of water as I briefly chat about 4 ways to create more time to provide high quality care to your patients.
1) Less staff = increased patient:provider ratio = less time spent with patients. Solutions: increase staff or offer greater value (e.g., charging more for your care; investing in non-clinical care, adapting and being flexible)
2) Delegating more tasks.
3) Assess your space: bigger space = bigger expenses and overhead.
4) Practicing with more empathy: there is enough time for everyone - it all balances out if you practice this consistently.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 13, 2020
March 11, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of red wine as I chat with Katrine Prowting (PT), who is a full-time Physiotherapist, Triathlete, and a Triathlete coach.
She does it all and shares how with her strategies, her struggles, and her mindset around being all things to herself first. This has all best served her purpose, her passions, her patients & her peers every day.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training. Please see a licensed professional in this regard. All information is provided in good faith and does not represent the views or opinions of any entity or organization.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
Guest Social:
IG: @kms_health
Facebook: facebook.com/kmshealth
Email: Healthbykms@gmail.com
March 11, 2020
March 7, 2020
Episode Highlights:
Join me over a glass of Coke Stevia as I chat about why your message needs to be expressed and embodied. Suppression of your message leads to more stress and feeling unheard. Through sharing our message, we become more connected to self and others.
If you liked this podcast, please subscribe, share and leave an honest review.
Disclaimer: All views are my own and for informational purposes only. They are not to be viewed as medical advice or training.
Resources:
www.jennifergeorge.co
Host Social:
IG: @jgbestobsessed
Twitter: @jenngeorge08
Facebook: Jennifer George - Best Obsessed
LinkedIN: Jennifer George
March 7, 2020
March 2, 2020
Episode Highlights:
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