57: Looks Can Be Deceiving: The Mask of a Perfect Doctor Mom

Find the full transcript and more resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/57.The truth? Most of us are performing.Polished on the outside.But inside, quietly wondering: Is this really what I signed up for?It works for a while.  Until the façade starts to crack and “I’m fine” becomes too hard to fake. I look around and see so many women physicians rocking it.Brilliant. Accomplished. Respected.But what we often don’t see is the internal struggle.These women are also experts in never letting it show. If you’ve been wearing the mask, smiling, nodding, saying “it’s all good,” this episode is for you. Because today, we’re not just talking about the problem…We’re giving it a name.And when you name the truth, you start to loosen its grip. It’s also true that comparison steals joy.And you deserve joy, the real kind.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.