The Power of Pausing: Dr. Mia Woodward's Sabbatical Insights

This week on the Courageously Unconventional podcast, I’m excited to introduce my coaching client, Dr. Mia Woodward.Mia Woodward M.D. MSc is a tenured clinician-scientist and certified life coach, a graduate of Yale College and Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, she integrates her foundation in medicine with her deep passion for clinical behavior change research. She loves investigating perspectives and outcomes. She has published over 130 peer-reviewed manuscripts. In coaching spaces, she works with wellness centers and life coaches to evaluate their programs. You can learn more about her work in research for wellness and coaching at miawoodward.comIn today’s episode, Mia shares her inspiring story of taking a four-month sabbatical this past summer. We talk about:Her experiences with imposter syndromeHow coaching played a role in creating her sabbaticalThe challenges she faced in setting boundaries and learning to say noThe impact of this intentional break on her perspective around life, family, and careerWhat her future looks like post-sabbaticalIf you’re considering a sabbatical or seeking a more fulfilling work-life balance, this episode offers lots of insights and inspiration! Enjoy my conversation with Dr. Mia Woodward!Connect with Dr. Mia WoodwardWebsite: miawoodward.com Instagram @perspectiveswithmiaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mia-woodward-md-msc-94429169/Mentioned in the Episode:The Sabbatical Project Meditations for Mortals, Oliver BurkemanConnect with Lynn Grogan: If you’re curious about coaching and want to experience it for yourself, sign up for a free 1:1 private coaching session with me at https://lynngrogan.com/work-with-me/Let's Connect! Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynngrogan/Subscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to Courageously Unconventional on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to leave a review and share this episode with someone who might find it helpful!Original music by David Delaney of The Whiskey Boys: Linktr.ee/whiskeyboys