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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2025 · 13 MIN

48: The 'Have It All' Myth: A Journey to What Matters for Doctor Moms

from Inspired Mom MDs · host Cindy Van Praag, MD

Find the full transcript and more resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/48.Imagine a world where the promise of 'having it all' isn’t a roadmap to success, but a trap that drains your spirit.This is all too common and it was for me. When I was young, I firmly believed that women could have it all. I had no doubt that through hard work I would have the career, the house, the family all on a pretty little timeline.And I believed I could enjoy myself while doing it all. Until I ran myself into burnout. I thought checking off all the boxes meant happiness. What I neglected was checking in with what really matters.  It’s never too early, or too late, to align your life’s plan with your values, dreams and what you love. It’s never too soon to choose a path that’s meaningful and intentional. Today I will show you how to follow your internal compass toward what really matters. And that is the key to thriving in this brief, but beautiful life we are given. Text me your thoughts on the episode!Loved this one? A rating/review helps more physician moms find the show. And if you know someone who needs to hear this episode specifically, please send it her way!Check out InspiredMomMDs.com for more information about how I help physician moms! You can grab a copy of my freebie! Just click here for a quick download: 4 Steps to Take Back Control, Find Time for What Matters Most and Thrive in Your Practice and at HomeThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for medical advice or care. I’m a board-certified physician, but this content isn’t connected to my clinical practice, and no doctor-patient relationship is formed here. Please always talk to your own health professional about any mental or physical health concerns. And as always, take what helps and leave the rest. Please see InspiredMomMDs.com for full legal disclaimer.  __________I work with physician moms who want to take back control of their time and energy so they can prioritize what matters most. 

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Find the full transcript and more resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/48. Imagine a world where the promise of 'having it all' isn’t a roadmap to success, but a trap that drains your spirit. This is all too common and it was for me. When I was young, I firmly believed that women could have it all. I had no doubt that through hard work I would have the career, the house, the family all on a pretty little timeline. And I believed I could enjoy myself while doing it al...

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