Physician Burnout Tips that Anyone Can Put into Practice, with Joe Sherman MD

In this episode of GUTS, I talk with Joe Sherman, MD.Joe is a board-certified pediatrician who has had a successful career, but despite his professional success he experienced episodes of profound burnout which necessitated his leaving medicine temporarily to reflect on why he became a physician in the first place. He also wrestled with his identity, striving to understand his true self AND be a doctor, instead of his identity being dominated by his professional life.Joe touches upon all of this and more in our chat, including:His experience with burnout and traumaWhat brought him to the breaking point where he realized something had to changeTips for doctors who are experiencing burnout — that non-MDs could also employ to lessen burnoutJoe's desire to lead a life that is true to himselfThe conditioned thinking that exists in the medical world that normalizes the "suck it up" philosophyNeeding help is not a sign of weaknessIf you’re interested in learning more about what Joe does, or would like to book a coaching session with him, you can visit his website at: www.joeshermanmd.com----ABOUT JOEYJoey is a certified Teacher of Presence Life Coach, having studied with Eckhart Tolle at The School of Awakening. He has also studied, and practices, Native American spirituality, Buddhism, and the teachings of Ram Dass. Joey has been practicing mindfulness and meditation for many years, and is a long-time student on the subjects of self-care, neuroplasticity, trauma, psychology, spirituality, goals, and relationships.LEARN MORELearn more about Joey, his life coaching practice, or book a complimentary discovery call by visiting his website.