Best Change How You Podcasts (2024)

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How to safely make a career change when you are too burned out to figure out what’s next 14:15

11h ago14:15

14:15

Have you ever low key wanted to get hit by a car—just so you could avoid going into work? If you've ever wished for an accident—just a minor one—so you could escape another week of dread, you're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional and physical toll of staying in a job that drains you and share actionable steps you can take t…

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Should I Change Careers? 6 Ways to KNOW You are Making the RIGHT Decision 12:45

2d ago12:45

12:45

Are you tired of second-guessing every decision you make? This constant self-doubt drains your energy and keeps you stuck in a loop of indecision. It's holding you back from confidently moving forward in your career and life. In this episode you’ll learn how to feel more reassured and confident as you make decisions- so that you can stop overthinki…

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5 Signs It's Time For a Career Change 13:45

8d ago13:45

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Are you constantly questioning if you should stay in clinical medicine? You spent years working to get to this point, but now you wonder if working in medicine is worth the toll it takes on your mental and physical health. After listening to this episode you’ll be able to identify if working in the current healthcare system is right for you, so you…

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The Dark Side of Being a Doctor: Breaking the Silence on a Toxic Healthcare System 12:20

15d ago12:20

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Have you ever cried in the bathroom at work? In residency- we all had our “fav places to cry” around the hospital. But here’s the thing- that’s not normal. Or at least- it shouldn’t be. In this episode, we go into the “dark side” of toxic medical culture. You’ll discover: real-life stories of toxic behavior, which can help you recognize what is NOT…

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Burned Out Doctor Seeking a Career Change? Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes 14:01

20d ago14:01

14:01

Are you lost trying to find work you enjoy? You're tired of being stuck, confused, and unsure of your next move. Maybe finding work you enjoy- is too much to ask for after all. Do you feel lost trying to find work you enjoy? You're tired of feeling stuck, confused, and unsure of your next move. Maybe finding work you enjoy is too much to ask for af…

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3 Ways to PROUDLY Tell People You Quit Your Medical Career and Embrace a Career Change 14:28

28d ago14:28

14:28

Are you avoiding having the convo with certain people about why you QUIT clinical practice? One of my clients- legit hid from her neighbor so she didn't have to explain to them why she was home in the middle of the day on a weekday. This episode will teach you HOW to talk to people about your departure from clinical medicine with ease and confidenc…

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The SIMPLE trick to making the right decision in your career change 15:07

1M ago15:07

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Are you feeling confused about your medical career? You are questioning your next steps and stuck in a mental tornado of endless possibilities. In this episode, I'm sharing my proven process for identifying your next right steps, even if you've been spinning your wheels for months. You’ll learn: The mistake you might be making that is leading to ov…

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Why Guilt is a SCAM and How Doctors Can STOP Feeling Bad About Making a Career Change 19:57

2M ago19:57

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Has someone ever guilted you into picking up an extra shift? Made you feel like you can’t really take time off without negatively impacting your coworkers and patients? Within the medical field- I’ve seen guilt used as a weapon. A way to manipulate the good will of healthcare professionals We went into medicine because we wanted to help people- and…

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What you NEED to know before you pursue a Career Change in Pharma with Dr. Nerissa Kreher 34:37

2M ago34:37

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Ever wondered about transitioning from clinical medicine to the biotech and pharmaceutical world? In this episode, we dive into the world of pharma—a non clinical career path that has taken on an almost mythical quality. It’s viewed as either the "dark side" - if you go there you are working for the enemy. Or it’s the "holy grail”- a path that lets…

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The Key to Removing Those Golden Handcuffs: Navigating a Career Change for Doctors 10:47

2M ago10:47

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“I don't want to work in this field anymore, but with the salary that I make, I don't see how I can make a career change.” Is this line of thinking something you can relate to? One of the MAIN reasons healthcare professionals feel trapped in their current careers is because of the money. Those golden handcuffs. You have this belief that "Nothing wi…

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It will NEVER be the “Right Time” to Make a Career Change, so Here's What You Must Do. 14:17

2M ago14:17

14:17

How much of your life have you spent waiting for a deadline in the future? I’m going to power through these next few years until I pay back my loans. Or, I’m going to wait until the kids go off to college. You wait for some situation to pass, or the perfect moment to present itself. It’s like that “My diet starts tomorrow” mentality We often delay …

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The Three Types of Clarity You ALREADY Have—Even If You’re Burned Out and Unsure About Your Career Change 16:59

3M ago16:59

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Have you ever felt lost and confused about your career in medicine? Like you've mapped out your whole life, only to wonder if you've been on the right path? By the time you become a clinician, you’ve dedicated over a decade to this dream. Medicine defines your future, your identity. But what happens when you start questioning this long-term career …

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Will I Ever Be Happy in My Career Change? 13:20

3M ago13:20

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What if you make a change in your career- and you still aren’t happy or fulfilled? What if the old saying is true? What if the grass really isn’t greener on the other side? If you’ve been questioning your medical career and have so many swirling thoughts of doubt- that you don’t know what to believe anymore. This episode is going to be perfect for …

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Do You Need to Re-Evaluate Your Financial Priorities? Navigating the Finances of Career Change with Ellyce Fulmore 35:37

3M ago35:37

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Do you feel trapped in clinical medicine because of “the money”? Even though you’re a high earner you feel like you cant afford to change careers take a sabbatical or even just take a temporary pay cut. You feel this constant sense of unease and anxiety around money. A fear that if you stop working it could just run out at any moment. Why is this? …

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How to End the Mental Gymnastics of Planning a Career Change and Clearly Identify Your Next Steps 14:29

3M ago14:29

14:29

Have you ever felt your mind racing non-stop about why you're unhappy at work and what you can do to change it? One of my clients called this the "mind tornado," and it's SO real. You stay up late at night searching Google for career options while plotting your escape from your current job. So how do you stop this mental torture and actually figure…

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Here’s What You Must STOP Googling if You Want to Make a Career Change and Recover From Burnout 10:52

3M ago10:52

10:52

Are you chained to the idea of not wasting your expensive medical degree? Imagine feeling liberated from the pressure to use your medical education in traditional, constrictive ways. In this episode, we explore why finding fulfillment in your career might mean stepping away from clinical practice and redefining what success means to you. Don’t let …

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Emotional Brain Training for Food and other unwanted behaviors 54:55

3M ago54:55

54:55

In this podcast episode Betsy talks with Laurel Mellin, PhD, who is the founder of EBT, or emotional brain training. Laurel explains in great detail how this specific brain training system works, specifically giving examples related to (among other things) binge eating and childhood situations that were at the root of unwanted behaviors. She talks …

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Stop Feeling Drained: 5 Minute Energy Mastery Techniques for Doctors Facing Burnout 36:24

3M ago36:24

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Are you feeling burnt out and struggling to muster the energy to even meet basic needs? Feeling like you're just treading water in your career, drained by the demands yet unable to pinpoint why? Many in our field experience chronic burnout, often without recognizing the subtle signs until it's overwhelming. Join us in this energetic episode, where …

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Making the “Wrong Choice” in Your Career Change Doesn’t Have to Cost You Time or Money 12:13

3M ago12:13

12:13

Do you feel stuck when trying to figure out your next career steps? You don’t want to make the “wrong choice” (again) and end up wasting another 10+ years and $100,000 going down the “wrong path”. But then you feel so worried about making the wrong choice that you end up paralyzed doing nothing and remaining stuck in your current career switch. In …

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The Shift You Must Make to Overcome Your Fear of Career Change and Find Purpose 13:30

4M ago13:30

13:30

Have you ever thought about making a change in your career, only to be paralyzed by fear? Questions like, What if I fail? What if I'm not good enough? What if I can’t make enough money in my next career? The fear of the unknown can be paralyzing. Back in residency, I was considering making a change, and that terrified me. I was filled with fear of …

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Finding Purpose and Embracing Uncertainty on the Pathless Path with Paul Millerd 36:31

4M ago36:31

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Did you grow up hearing clichés like "Nobody likes their job" or "Work is just supposed to suck"? From a young age, we are conditioned to believe that adulthood means doing things you don’t want to do. But does that have to be true? In this episode, I interview Paul Millerd, thought leader and author of "The Pathless Path,”. He left a career in str…

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I Can’t Just Quit My Medical Career: Managing Responsibilities While Navigating a Career Change 11:28

4M ago11:28

11:28

Ever found yourself daydreaming about ditching your job to travel and visit and these exotic places around the world? I was fully immersed in this fantasy. But then the reality of all my responsibilities would hit me. I've got over $100,000 in student loans. I've got a dog. And I would think, ugh, I can't just quit my job to go gallivanting around …

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How to use your medical training on YOUR own terms without the burnout with Dr. Gay Purcell 28:15

4M ago28:15

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Do you struggle with this frenetic pace of clinical medicine? Feeling like your day is just rushing from exam room to exam room every 15 minutes? Do you dream of practicing medicine at a slower pace? Of having time to address lifestyle and wellness topics instead of just prescribing medications? Of developing deep and meaningful relationships with …

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The Dangers of Being TOO Independent in Your Medical Career and How It Can Lead to Burnout 13:26

4M ago13:26

13:26

Are you one of those independent people? You are that person who takes care of it all and never has to ask for help. The person who just has it together. I used to be like that. The lone wolf. Trying to do everything myself. Until being so independent, essentially caused my entire life to fall apart In this episode of Hot Take Tuesdays, I'm talking…

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Escape Burnout: Your Path to a Fulfilling Career Beyond Medicine with Dr. Latifat Akintade 31:09

4M ago31:09

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Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of living paycheck to paycheck? No matter how much you earn.. It's like the money flows in, but before you know it, it's gone. Leaving you feeling financially insecure and reliant on that steady paycheck. But what if I told you there's a way to break free from that cycle and live life on your own terms?…

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Eating issues during menopause and at any age! A conversation with Deb Butler 50:53

4M ago50:53

50:53

During this conversation with weight loss coach Deb Butler, you will hear about her personal journey with weight issues and her process when working with women with similar issues. We talk about thoughts, intuitive eating, emotional eating, how menopause is in some ways like adolesence, and about how finding peace in life is the backbone for change…

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Is Your Doctor Paycheck Worth the Burnout? 14:21

4M ago14:21

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Ever found yourself in a job that drains your spirit just for the sake of financial security? As healthcare professionals, we've all faced the temptation of a high-paying role that sacrifices our happiness. In today’s Hot Take Tuesdays, we dive deep into the concept of the "prostitute archetype”. Think about what your choices are really costing you…

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From Doctor to Sober Living: Escaping Burnout and Finding Purpose 35:55

4M ago35:55

35:55

This week I celebrated one year of being alcohol free. To start my sober life, I had to follow my gut feeling and choose not to drink, even though our society often revolves around alcohol. This has probably been my biggest challenge in authenticity to this day. And that's what I want to talk about on this episode. How do you find and follow your a…

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I Love My Job, But the Burnout is Killing Me: A Doctor's Guide to Career Change 11:25

5M ago11:25

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“I love my job but…… the hours are brutal, I hate dealing with insurance companies, the 15 min patient visits are way too rushed.” If you are feeling unsatisfied in your career, you probably have a similar list of complaints. And while you are completely justified in complaining about your current situation… I’m sure you’ve noticed that complaining…

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Escape the Doctor Burnout Trap: Find Your Passion, Keep the Paycheck with Katarina Astrup 33:21

5M ago33:21

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Have you ever dreamed of cutting your work hours, going part-time or maybe even taking a nice dreamy sabbatical- but then start feeling panicked by the money. You wish you could just win the lottery so you didn’t have to worry about money- because the reality is- with your current lifestyle, you need almost every single penny of your income just to…

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How I quit medical training with $120,000 in student loans 12:21

5M ago12:21

12:21

Are you feeling trapped by your hefty student loans, unsure of how to pursue a career change while still managing your debt? In today’s episode, I shared my journey of breaking free from the weight of student loans so I could leave residency. Tune in to see my secret for living my most authentic life, even with student loan debt. Life After Medicin…

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What to Do When Your Medical Career Isn't What You Thought It Would Be with Dr. Taylor Nichols 30:05

5M ago30:05

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You're doing all the right things but still feeling that disconnect between your values and the reality of medical practice? Do you sense a gap between what you envision medicine to be and what it truly is in its current state? In this episode, I interview Dr. Taylor Nichols, EM and addiction medicine physician to talk about some of the existential…

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You DON’T need another degree for a career change. Here’s why! 13:41

5M ago13:41

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Feeling torn about your next career step? Wondering if going back to school for another degree is the answer? Join me as I share my hot take on the higher education system. It's 2024, and the job market is evolving. In this episode you’ll discover why degrees are not always the answer; the trend for hiring that is on the rise; and the strategy that…

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Leaving the Healthcare System Even When It Costs You Everything: A Career Change Story with Dr. Katie Deming 36:55

5M ago36:55

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Have you ever felt disappointed with how the healthcare system works? You went into medicine to help people, but it doesn’t feel like you are making the difference you wanted to. Our guest today, Dr. Katie Deming, knows exactly what that feels like. She worked for 16 years as a radiation oncologist and in healthcare leadership. From the outside, it…

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Three Sneaky Reasons Doctors Struggle to Figure Out Their Career Direction: Near Enemies, Far Enemies, and Their Antidotes 27:36

5M ago27:36

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What if all the things you are doing to try and figure out your career direction… are actually moving you FURTHER away from the clarity you seek? You are spending your time scrolling through Google. Reading and re-reading the same uninspiring lists of “alternative careers for healthcare professionals”. asking other clinicians and coaches…. “what ar…

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The Paradoxical Approach to Lasting Burnout Recovery with Dr. Bryce Bowers 32:17

6M ago32:17

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Do you ever find yourself commiserating about how burned out or sleep deprived you are? Sometimes we aren’t just commiserating… we are actually competing. To see who slept the least and who worked the most. We wear our burn out like it’s a badge of honor. But does it have to be this way? Do we HAVE to keep sacrificing our health and happiness to be…

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Bonus: Soooo…. What’s the diagnosis for your burnout? 6:08

6M ago6:08

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We've made it to the end of our "Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness" series. Through out the series, we dived deep to really understand the root causes of career unhappiness. Understanding the "why" is crucial, but comes after that? Listen to this episode and I will tell you what to do next. Life After Medicine explores doctors' journey of finding pu…

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Day 8: Why Do You Feel Burned Out Despite Helping People? 9:54

6M ago9:54

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Day 8 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series, we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. Do you ever feel like you are helping people but don’t feel like you are adding value to the world? In this episode, we will discuss the signs and symptoms of contribu…

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Day 7: What Happens When Your Medical Career Doesn't Align With Your Strengths: Overcoming Physician Burnout 7:31

6M ago7:31

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Day 7 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series, we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. In this episode, we will discuss the second reason for your career dissatisfaction: misaligned strengths. We will uncover the signs and symptoms in order for you to id…

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Day 6: Is Your Medical Career Leading to Burnout? 9:59

6M ago9:59

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Day 6 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series, we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. Ever wonder why some days at work leave you feeling like you've been punched in the gut? Or why, despite giving it your all, you come home feeling like something's jus…

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Day 5: The Three Requirements for a Fulfilling Career Change for Doctors Facing Burnout 9:44

6M ago9:44

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Day 5 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. In this episode, you’ll learn the three key pieces that MUST be in place for you to have a fulfilling career. If your career is not aligned with your values, your stren…

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Day 4: Career Change Strategies for Doctors Facing Burnout that Actually Works 9:02

6M ago9:02

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Day 4 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. In this episode, Chelsea shares the difference between mindset work and mindfulness and how it can affect your perspective in your career. You will know the importance …

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Day 3: What if we STOPPED blaming the healthcare system for Physician Burnout? 7:10

6M ago7:10

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Day 3 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series, we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. Have you felt like medicine is your true calling, but the system you're working in is just... broken? Does it feel like the system is blocking you from doing what you …

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Day 2: Is it burnout causing me to hate being a doctor? 8:44

6M ago8:44

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Day 2 of the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness Podcast Series. Through this series, we will pinpoint exactly WHY you are unhappy in your career, so you can figure out your next steps. In this episode, we answer the question “Is burnout causing me to hate being a physician, or do I just hate being a physician?” I share why burnout is actually NOT the…

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Let's Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness - Day 1: Introducing the 8 part FREE audio course for Career Change and Burnout 13:05

6M ago13:05

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Welcome to the Diagnose Your Career Unhappiness audio series. This audio series was created specifically for healthcare professionals who want to have more freedom and fulfillment in their careers in 2024. In this episode, Chelsea will help you answer the question, “WHY AM I UNHAPPY in my current career?” We will understand the root cause and ident…

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The practice of embodying emotions 53:11

6M ago53:11

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Betsy talks about the techniques offered in the book The Practice of Embodying Emotions by Raja Selvam, PhD. in order to help listeners learn a tool to help completely change their unwanted behaviors. She gives specific examples and case studies that are presented in the book.By Betsy Thurston

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Career Change and Transitioning from Medical Career to Entrepreneurship with Dr. Ali Novitzky 29:19

6M ago29:19

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety or depression during your medical journey? Feeling like you're without the right tools or time to address it? I've been there too, facing panic attacks during my first year of med school, feeling lost and unsure how to cope. And you may have encountered similar challenges. Perhaps you've attempted the recom…

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