Becoming Whole, Healed, and Healthy

Welcome to the second episode of Becoming Whole, Healed, and Healthy's newest segment: Pathways to Medicine. In today’s episode, I sit down with Nikolas Grotewold. Nikolas Grotewold is a seasoned admissions expert at Inspira Advantage, a leading medical school admissions consulting company, and a 5th-year MD-PhD student at the University of Michigan. Nikolas thoroughly understands the challenges faced by current pre-medical students and can also comment on recent trends in medical education. He also has a profound understanding of the stress, financial burden, and burnout among students, having been a medical student himself.Together, we walk through the MD vs. MD-PhD pathway, the realities of the application cycle, and what students should actually focus on when preparing for medical school. This conversation was built around real questions that students are asking every day. Whether you are:Preparing to apply to medical schoolRetaking your MCATDeciding if a Caribbean medical school is best for youExploring MD vs MD-PhD or simply trying to find your footing in this process.Know that your journey does not have to be perfect to be purposeful! That’s what makes it your own. If you are navigating this path and would like guidance, encouragement, or support, we are always open to connecting.📩 My Email: [email protected] can reach our guest, Nikolas Grotewold, at [email protected] you so much for watching and listening, and be sure to give this podcast a 5-star rating on Apple and Spotify podcasts! -------------------------------------------------------✨ Who should I bring on the podcast next?A specific medical school?MD, DO, or Caribbean pathway?An IMG or residency perspective (pediatrics, cardiology, etc.)?If you have someone in mind or a school/program you want me to explore, comment below or email me at [email protected] with your questions. 💌With love,Mikayla, The Holistic Hottiee

In this pilot episode of Becoming Whole, Healed, and Healthy, we discuss how perfectionism keeps you from achieving your dreams. I share my personal conviction with perfectionism through Matthew 25:15–30. To show why it's important to multiply your talents and gifts instead of putting them in the ground. It's symbolic of putting your aspirations, dreams, and even community in the ground because you're not working your gift! All because of fear, perfectionism, and people-pleasing.  By the end of this episode, I hope you're encouraged to get those ideas out of your mind, off the paper, and out in the public eye! Because we need you! We need your ideas and your mind, especially in this day and age! So, please start!  Feel free to connect with me and leave a 5-star rating!