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Ethos and Passion

You Are Strong: Don’t Let Burnout Win

You Are Strong: Don’t Let Burnout Win

You were strong enough when you lost your autonomy for the first time along this journey to becoming a doctor.  You were strong when your empathy began to fade.  You are still strong enough today to fight this fight.

Living the Dream Through Crucial Conversations

Living the Dream Through Crucial Conversations

I’ve wanted to get more time off at work for the last 18 months. Through the tools necessary to have a crucial conversation, I was able to be brutally honest and maintain my relationship with my chair. You, too, can avoid destroying relationships while being honest about your needs. Find out how in this post.

Is Being Frugal Worth it?

Is Being Frugal Worth it?

Making big financial decisions can be tough. Particularly during residency. Sometimes we want to take the big trip. Or buy the nicer car. Is being frugal really worth it?

Comparison is the Thief of Joy

Comparison is the Thief of Joy

Teddy Roosevelt famously said that “Comparison is the thief of joy.” I’d argue that it not only steals your joy, it can steal your wealth, too. And cause burnout.

The Cost of Preventing Burnout

The Cost of Preventing Burnout

Burnout is costly. Yet, preventing burnout can also cost a lot of money. Would it be worth it for hospitals to chase after this goal?

The Truth Is… A Ballad on Burnout

The Truth Is… A Ballad on Burnout

We all deal with our anger and burnout in different ways. For me? I write. And, sometimes, I rap. Yup. You read that write. Come take a peek, if you dare to take a look inside my head. The Truth is this is a Ballad on Burnout

The Truth Is… A Ballad on Burnout

The Truth Is… A Ballad on Burnout

We all deal with our anger and burnout in different ways. For me? I write. And, sometimes, I rap. Yup. You read that write. Come take a peek, if you dare to take a look inside my head. The Truth is this is a Ballad on Burnout

Burnout Isn’t Always Caused By Work

Burnout Isn’t Always Caused By Work

My palms got sweaty. I started to have palpitations in my chest. And my emotions were out of control. For the first time in my life, I was having an anxiety attack. Suddenly, everything started making sense… including my burnout.