Healing the Healers: Why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish, It’s Survival; with Physician Burnout Expert Dr. Kathy Stepien

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Kathy Stepien—pediatrician, coach, educator, and founder of the Institute for Physician Wellness—to explore the deeply human side of healing in medicine. We talk about the myth of self-sacrifice, redefining leadership, and why self-care isn’t indulgence—it’s survival. Dr. Stepien shares her journey from physical therapist to physician to pioneer in physician well-being, and the personal shifts that helped her embrace compassion, creativity, and intuition as leadership strengths. Whether you’re in medicine or not, this conversation is a soul-deep invitation to honor your needs, lead from wholeness, and heal from the inside out. You can learn more about Dr. Stepien, her coaching, retreats, and programs at www.instituteforphysicianwellness.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @kathystepienmd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physicianwellness/