EP200: Preventing Burnout: Exercise and Mindset with Dr. Oksana Babenko

Exploring Wellbeing, Motivation, and Lifelong Learning with Dr. Oksana BabenkoIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine welcomes Dr. Oksana Babenko, an Associate Professor at the University of Alberta, to discuss themes of wellbeing, motivation, and lifelong learning. Dr. Babenko shares her personal journey from the Soviet Union to Canada, her academic inspirations, and how her experiences in sports have shaped her approach to challenges and burnout. The conversation delves into her research on the importance of exercise in managing burnout among medical students and professionals. Dr. Babenko emphasizes individualized approaches to maintaining psychological needs, the significance of a mastery mindset, and the value of staying curious in a complex world.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:35 Personal Anecdotes and Academic Journey02:36 Path to Canada and Research Interests04:19 Wellbeing, Motivation, and Lifelong Learning05:09 Exercise as a Preventive Measure for Burnout10:27 The Importance of Consistency and Intentionality12:19 Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness14:36 Mastery Mindset and Need Crafting15:42 Final Thoughts and Staying Curious