Saturday was supposed to be a fun, light-hearted day spent with my family. We had plans to relax, enjoy each other’s company, and create...

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Recently, some of my learners asked me, "What is the value of attending conferences, especially for those of us who consider ourselves...

In December 2019, I reached out to the grief counselors at the hospice organization that cared for my mother as she passed. It had been...

The American Medical Association recently reported a decline in physician burnout rates, and this is fantastic news. Decreasing burnout...

In the demanding world of healthcare, where the stakes are high and the hours are long, the concept of self-compassion can often seem...

There have been times in my life when I felt like I could handle anything thrown at me, and I would just keep going. But there have also...

I used to wonder why the people who always expressed gratitude seemed to be the most upbeat and positive. To be honest, I often...

As a new leader, I often felt the need to do it all. I believed I had to know every detail and take on every task. This mindset seemed...

Finding harmony between work and personal life is crucial, especially for healthcare workers facing high-stress environments daily. As...

Birthdays mean different things to many people. My youngest loves to be front and center, celebrating her special day with as many people...

As a child, I was a figure skater. I spent countless hours dedicated to the sport, practicing on the ice, taking dance classes, and...

After driving my daughters to school, I headed to work and parked my car. As I arrived, I realized something unexpected had happened. I...

Earlier in our relationship, pre-children, my now husband took up running to get healthier and lose his extra college weight. I decided...

I share my personal story about the transformative power of taking a vacation. 🌴☀️ It wasn’t just about the destination; it was about the m

We recently went on a trip to the amusement park, hoping it would be fun for everyone. Our group included children of various ages, which...

"I feel like no one understands…" This refrain may sound familiar when experiencing burnout. When it seems like everything is going...

My youngest is mini me in terms of both looks and personality.  This means I am often watching the mistakes that I have and sometimes...

As a busy physician educator, wife, and mom, I often get asked this question. Typically, I would just shrug my shoulders and say, "I just...

This Mother’s Day weekend brought me a lot of reflection. I lost my own mother 5.5 years ago, and every Mother's Day since has been...