PODCAST · health
Stress Rx
by Michelle Chestovich MD
I am certified coach, physician and mom of four. I know the struggles of motherhood and medicine. My coaching will give you tools to handle the struggles in your life simply.
Episodes
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What to do when you hate your job (and can't quit)
Burned out and wondering why you even went into medicine? You're not alone -- and you don't have to blow up your whole career to start feeling better. In this episode, Dr. Michelle Chestovich walks you through three steps to get unstuck: getting clear on what's actually not working, taking...
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You're not an Imposter. Every new doctor feels like a fraud.
You finished medical school. You finished residency. And somehow your brain is still telling you that you have no idea what you're doing and that everyone around you has it way more together than you do. That's not a you problem. That's just your brain doing what it was trained to do. In this...
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Why so many doctors don't get help (and why that's changing)
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares a huge factor in physicians reaching out for help and shares solutions as well. May is mental health awareness month so it is the perfect time for this discussion.
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Why does everyone keep interrupting me?!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how to actually get a little peace in the middle of your busy day!
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Why you're always behind in clinic (It's not your schedule)
If you're running behind in clinic every single day — it's not your schedule. It's three habits that are quietly keeping you stuck. In this episode, I break them down and show you exactly how to fix them so you can leave work on time and actually be present when you get home.
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Stop Apologizing to your patients. (Its making your days harder!)
Constantly apologizing to patients isn't just exhausting — it's actually making your day harder. Every "I'm so sorry" reinforces a guilt loop in your brain that leaves you feeling behind, rushed, and flustered. In this episode, I share one simple phrase swap that shifts you from guilt to…
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Your inbox is stealing your evenings. Here's how to stop it.
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares 3 simple steps that will help you gain control of your inbox today. register for free “ get your notes done faster” class here: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/aprilmc
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Announcement...exciting things coming next week
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares podcast name change to Stress Rx for Physicians and will now be available on you-tube as well.
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How to avoid the afternoon slump
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares 5 ways to avoid the afternoon slump so you can get your work done at work! Want more help getting your nights and weekends back? Register here for free masterclass on Monday 4/13 here: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/aprilmc
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The Struggle is real...and there is hope!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how while work can be very demanding...it can also be more sustainable. Register for free "Get your nights and weekends back" masterclass on Mon 4/13 here: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/evzlxsle2v
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One little thing
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how one little change can make the biggest impact in your life.
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Rest and Recovery...not as easy as it sounds!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how her recovery from breast cancer is coming along and how she is ready to get back to supporting physicians be well and enjoy their practice of medicine.
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Gratitude
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares a past episode on how gratitude is beneficial in so many ways.
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When life is crazy busy!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares tips on dealing with your crazy busy life!
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Dealing with Unpreferred Realities
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares a past episode to help you deal with the crap that comes your way in life.
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Dealing with Overwhelm and update on #OKCA
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares an update on her #OKCA journey and shares a top 10 past podcast episode on dealing with overwhelm.
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Operation KCA has begun!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares a new diagnosis and shares how she will be taking her own advice of "taking care of herself" first. The upcoming weeks she will be sharing the Top 10 Re-Mind Yourself Podcast episodes with all of you. If you want your favorite episode to make the Top...
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Lessons from Madison Ironman 70.3
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares top 5 lessons from her recent triathlon that you can apply to any goal in your own life! She is cheering you on!
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A prescription for stressed out physicians
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD explains how Stress Rx Group Coaching for physician women can help you feel better. You learn to gain back control in your life simply and you learn to get back some precious hours for you too! We begin Sept 23rd. Click here to register today:...
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Honoring Lives Lost
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD honors colleagues who died by suicide on this National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. She reminds you that help is available and to check in on each other.
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Get back your nights and weekends!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD is hosting her "How to get your notes done faster" class on Monday Sept 15th at 7pm. Learn the simple 3 step strategy that will help you gain back hours per week! Sign up for the FREE class here: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/septmc25
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WeCare Gala: Come join the party and support healthcare wellness!
Grab a seat for you and some friends or ask your organization to get a table for several of you! A fun night for you and will help an organization that supports healthcare workers. https://www.wecarenonprofitfoundation.org/2025-gala-fundraiser-0
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Benefits of a coaching consultation
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares what to expect and the benefits of a free coaching consultation. Sign up for a free consult here: https://mamadocscheduling.as.me/
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Brave Boundaries with Dr Sasha Shillcutt
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD discusses the importance and "how to" of setting boundaries with physician, coach, author and mom of 4 Dr Sasha Shillcutt. Get her book "Brave Boundaries" here or where you love to purchase books:...
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The Power of Possibility
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how the first step to achieving any goal is believing that it is possible. She also shares a simple trick to use when you don't yet believe it for you! Sign up for a free consult to discuss what is possible for you! https://mamadocscheduling.as.me/…
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The Power of Curiosity
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares a simple way to solve complex problems by helping your brain look at it differently.
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Give Yourself a Gift
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how especially when life is really busy, giving yourself a little gift is helpful. Asking yourself "what would make this easier?" is the key to knowing what gift to give!
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What to do when you make a mistake.
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how to handle big and small mistakes and shares why this strategy makes life so much easier.
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Welcome Physician Interns! Top 5 lessons to help ease your transition.
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares 5 simple tips to help interns (and ALL of us!) feel more comfortable in our jobs.
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Permission to Resist
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how saying no to more is an act of kindness to yourself!
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Permission to Reset
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how the act of resetting at any time gives you back control.
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Permission to Rest
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD explores why it is SO DARN HARD to sit down and rest....and what to do to make it easier. Remember friends..diastole is vital!
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Summer Expectations
Physician Coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares some tips to make this the best summer yet!
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Prioritize your mental health: a conversation with Dr Carrie Holland
Physician coaches Michelle Chestovich and Carrie Holland discuss the importance for high achieving women to care for their brains just as they care for the rest of their body. To listen to more of the amazing Dr Carrie Holland, check out her weekly podcast "Strong is a Mindset" at...
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Self Discipline
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how to get more of this and also share how maybe lack of discipline isn't the real problem!
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Dealing with vaccination hesitancy
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares how to not spend our day in the land of frustration and anger when our patients say no to our vaccine recommendations. Take a listen and share with a friend who could also use some support! Would love to hear from you about this topic or ideas on…
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10 Simple ways to care for your mental heatlh
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares ways to care for your brain in honor of mental health awareness month.
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Creating connection
Physician Michelle Chestovich MD shares simple ways to build more connection and this in turn creates more joy in your life. Share you ideas about connection here: [email protected]
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Do you like your background music?!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD encourages you to become aware of the background "music" in your life. The thoughts running on repeat in your mind create the feel of your whole life. Ready to feel differently? Let’s take a look at your mental soundtrack—and how to edit it into something…
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Boundaries ease frustration!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD talks about something that comes up often in coaching and in life—boundaries. We all know boundaries are important, but many of us struggle with how to actually set them. Often, we’re afraid of being perceived as rude or selfish because we were never really...
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Overcoming People Pleasing with Sara Fisk
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD discusses the way people pleasing affects us in life and how to take simple steps to overcome this with Master Coach Sara Fisk. A must listen episode! Check out Sara's podcast "The ex-good girl":...
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Stress RX group coaching: is it right for you?
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares details on group coaching program for physician women called Stress Rx. Sign up for free 30 minute consult here:https://mamadocscheduling.as.me/ Learn more and register for a seat here: https://www.mamadoclifecoach.com/stress-rx-group-coaching-program
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Stop apologizing!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares another way to deal with running behind that will be helpful for you and your patients. Sign up for FREE "How to get your notes done faster" class here: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/marchclass Join the wait list for Stress RX April group...
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Get your notes done faster class this week!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD invites you to her masterclass where she shares proven strategies to get your work done faster! Get your nights and weekends back. Class is Sunday 3/30 at 7pm central. Replay will be shared with those who sign up. Sign up for the FREE class...
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Post-call Strategy
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD helps you create a post call strategy that will help you feel refreshed instead of further depleted. Join the wait list for Stress RX and be first in line to enroll for small group starting April 9th....
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You need some guardrails!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares a simple way to get more done in less time. Join the pre-enrollment list for Stress Rx: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/stressrxwaitlistapril
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Messages from the heart
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD shares messages of wisdom that will help you in your quest towards wellness.
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Anticipatory DREAD!
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD explains why we get it and how to get rid of it for once and for all! Sick of carrying the entire mental load of your household? Join my virtual Fair Play bookclub on Sunday 03/02 at 7 pm central Join here: https://mamadoclifecoaching.myflodesk.com/bookclub
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Fueling your creativity and your soul
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD has a conversation about the importance of honoring creativity in our lives with Dr Sonal Kamalia. Follow Dr Sonal and learn more about her work on Instagram: creativesanctuary.sonalkamlia
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You don't have to suffer in silence
Physician coach Michelle Chestovich MD discusses the crisis of burnout and suicide in health care and shares some proven strategies that can help. You are not alone. Help is available. Physician support line: 1-888-409-0141 https://www.physiciansupportline.com/ Want me to speak to your...
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How many episodes does Stress Rx have?
Stress Rx currently has 264 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Stress Rx about?
I am certified coach, physician and mom of four. I know the struggles of motherhood and medicine. My coaching will give you tools to handle the struggles in your life simply.
How often does Stress Rx release new episodes?
Stress Rx publishes regularly with 264 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Stress Rx?
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Who hosts Stress Rx?
Stress Rx is created and hosted by Michelle Chestovich MD.
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