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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 51 MIN

93: Bad Career Advice in Medicine — And What Doctors Should Listen to Instead

from Am I doing it wrong? For Doctors by Doctors. · host Doctor Becc and Kristeen Barker

Hello Doctor Humans,In today’s episode, we dive deep into one of the most universal struggles we face as doctors: making big life and career decisions when there is no “right” answer. With medicine training us to follow the steps, tick the boxes, and please the people in authority, it’s no wonder we end up overwhelmed when our careers suddenly open into a world of infinite options.Today, we’re unpacking why so many of us feel stuck, how to stop outsourcing our decisions to external validation, and the powerful tools that help you reconnect with your intuition, your values, and your true north.In this episode, we explore:Why so many doctors feel overwhelmed by endless career options.The hidden cost of validation-based decisions.Why intuition is a skill you can build.How relying on others for answers holds you back.How expectations can disconnect you from your true north.Why tolerating uncertainty changes everything.How to use advice without letting it override your voice.What future-visualization tool to use to clarify your next step.We hope you find this episode helpful and if so, be sure to share with a friend who needs to hear this message too.💜 Work with Dr BeccInside Dare, Darling Coaching, Becc helps doctors become UNSHAKEABLE.◽️ Apply for a free consult: https://2ly.link/27dxL💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27dxJIf you’re preparing for physician exams — or just want to truly understand immunology & renal medicine — start here.  Kristeen’s FREE 7-Day GN Kick-Start Challenge gives you the clarity you wish someone handed you years ago.👉Grab Your FREE Tutorials: https://linkly.link/2R0lhMore study tools coming soon.📽 Kristeen’s YouTube: https://2ly.link/27faR👋 Kristeen’s Instagram: https://2ly.link/27faF📽 Becc’s YouTube: https://2ly.link/27faP👋 Becc’s Instagram: https://linkly.link/2FUkz📚 Study with Kristeen🔗 Connect with us & go deeperHang out with Kristeen & Becc on socials 🌎

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