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Ep 4: One Foot In Front Of The Other with Dr. Jennifer Baxter
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Dr. Jen Baxter, a family physician and self-compassion advocate, shares her journey of overcoming challenges and prioritizing self-care in the medical field. From her motivation to become a woman in medicine to a traumatic brain injury, Dr. Baxter discusses the struggles she faced and the turning point that led her to prioritize her health and well-being. She emphasizes the importance of strength and fitness in her recovery and the role of self-compassion in maintaining mental health. Dr. Baxter also hosts self-compassion wellness retreats, providing a space for physicians to prioritize their own well-being.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Prioritizing self-care is essential for physicians to maintain their well-being and provide quality care to others.
- Self-compassion involves being kind to oneself, practicing mindfulness, and recognizing common humanity.
- Strength and fitness play a significant role in physical and mental well-being for physicians.
- Creating a supportive environment and normalizing conversations around self-compassion are crucial in the medical field.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- 00:00 - Introduction
- 01:16 - Motivation to Become a Woman in Medicine
- 02:42 - Experience with a Bear Attack Patient
- 06:05 - Health and Fitness Growing Up
- 07:30 - Struggles with Prioritizing Health and Fitness
- 07:58 - Enduring a Traumatic Brain Injury
- 10:49 - Journey to Recovery and Self-Compassion
- 18:23 - Wins in Strength and Nutrition
- 22:39 - The Power of Self-Compassion
- 25:29 - Hosting Self-Compassion Retreats
- 27:22 - You Are Worth It
- 28:25 - Conclusion
BIO:
Dr. Jennifer Baxter is a rural family physician living and practicing on the Sunshine Coast, BC.
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