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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 13 MIN

Shituation: How to hold your authority when patients push back

from Under the Influence with Martin Harvey · host Martin Harvey

Some patients test your boundaries.They talk over you.They tell you what they “need.”And suddenly, you feel like the passenger in your own consultation.In this episode, Martin breaks down how to handle power dynamics in practice, especially with dominant, symptom-focused personalities.You’ll learn:Why these patients push back (and what belief drives it)How to keep authority without confrontationThe subtle communication shifts that turn control battles into connectionIf you’ve ever left a consult thinking, “I lost that one,” this episode will help you win back your confidence.Check out the Retention Recipe https://insideoutpractices.thinkific.com/courses/retention-recipe-2-0To learn more about Reactivate to Accelerate https://insideoutpractices.thinkific.com/courses/reactivateLearn more about Daily Visit Communication 2.0https://insideoutpractices.thinkific.com/courses/daily-visitEmail me - [email protected]

Some patients test your boundaries.They talk over you.They tell you what they “need.”And suddenly, you feel like the passenger in your own consultation.In this episode, Martin breaks down how to handle power dynamics in practice, especially with dominant, symptom-focused personalities.You’ll learn:Why these patients push back (and what belief drives it)How to keep authority without confrontationThe subtle communication shifts that turn control battles into connectionIf you’ve ever left a consult thinking, “I lost that one,” this episode will help you win back your confidence.Check out the Retention Recipe https://insideoutpractices.thinkific.com/courses/retention-recipe-2-0To learn more about Reactivate to Accelerate https://insideoutpractices.thinkific.com/courses/reactivateLearn more about Daily Visit Communication 2.0https://insideoutpractices.thinkific.com/courses/daily-visitEmail me - [email protected]

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