Ep 4: One Foot In Front Of The Other with Dr. Jennifer Baxter

Dr. Jen Baxter, a family physician and self-compassion advocate, shares her journey of overcoming challenges and prioritizing self-care in the medical field. From her motivation to become a woman in medicine to a traumatic brain injury, Dr. Baxter discusses the struggles she faced and the turning point that led her to prioritize her health and well-being. She emphasizes the importance of strength and fitness in her recovery and the role of self-compassion in maintaining mental health. Dr. Baxter also hosts self-compassion wellness retreats, providing a space for physicians to prioritize their own well-being.KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prioritizing self-care is essential for physicians to maintain their well-being and provide quality care to others.Self-compassion involves being kind to oneself, practicing mindfulness, and recognizing common humanity.Strength and fitness play a significant role in physical and mental well-being for physicians.Creating a supportive environment and normalizing conversations around self-compassion are crucial in the medical field.IN THIS EPISODE:00:00 - Introduction01:16 - Motivation to Become a Woman in Medicine02:42 - Experience with a Bear Attack Patient06:05 - Health and Fitness Growing Up07:30 - Struggles with Prioritizing Health and Fitness07:58 - Enduring a Traumatic Brain Injury10:49 - Journey to Recovery and Self-Compassion18:23 - Wins in Strength and Nutrition22:39 - The Power of Self-Compassion25:29 - Hosting Self-Compassion Retreats27:22 - You Are Worth It28:25 - ConclusionBIO:Dr. Jennifer Baxter is a rural family physician living and practicing on the Sunshine Coast, BC.CONNECT WITH US:💪 Join the FREE Fit Physician Kickstart Community📲 Follow Us On Instagram❤️ Learn More About The Fit Physician Program