Navigating Life Transitions
Let's face it - life transitions can be stressful - whether moving, beginning a new job, getting married, starting a new school or a family. But that stress doesn't mean you've made a wrong decision.
My 50th Episode: Work Life Balance & Negotiating As A Woman
Can you believe it? I have officially published 50 episode and I am so thrilled you are here celebrating with us. Today, I'm answering your questions that all seem to have a similar pattern - topics of work-life balance, negotiating as a woman, and being heard as a professional working woman.
ADHD in Women
Is ADHD different for women compared to men? Or is it that we're socialized to clamp down on our ADHD impulses more than men? Psychiatrist, Dr. Sasha Hamdani discusses how ADHD presents in women and why women may be under or even misdiagnosed.
Maintaining Mindfulness As A Working Woman
As working women, we are pulled in a million different directions - and our thoughts demonstrate this. Maintaining mindfulness or even finding time to meditate may seem like an impossibility. But Dr. Lori Atkins, showed me how to achieve a few minutes of peace each day without a huge time commitment.
Changing Jobs Mid Life
It is never is too late to transition jobs or yes, even enter graduate school after pursuing other avenues first. Yes I know we are inundated in our society with so many examples of people doing amazing things at young ages. 'Forty Under 40" lists spring to mind. And it can feel so uncomfortable to branch out in a new direction when you are mid life.
Creating an End of Workday Routine
I used to have a lot of trouble leaving the office. And, then when I did, since I own my own private practice, even if I wasn't physically at my clinic, I would continue working at night. My laptop open on the dining room table, paying half attention to what my kids were saying - sound familiar?So, the one thing you need to do? Create a work shut down routine. This one small routine will help prevent overwork. Because, there will always be more work to do. You will never be able to finish it all
Negotiating Your Contract
Your first job as a newly minted doctor. It's taken thousands of hours of studying and training and you're excited to actually earn more than minimum wage. You might be tempted to simply sign whatever contract is put in front of you. I know I was.
4 Cures for Working Mom Guilt
Does guilt about being a professional working mom seem to overwhelm you at times? You worry that you aren't giving enough to your kids. Or that when you are with them, your time and attention are split.
How To Sleep Better
Let's face it - we don't get enough sleep. We have bed times and nap times for our kids, but when it comes to ourselves, our sleep always gets sacrificed for something else. In this week's episode, I was lucky to have Dr. Shelby Harris, sleep specialist answer the most basic of questions "What constitutes good sleep health and why is this important?"
Disconnect and Unplug From Phones
I hate feeling like I am powerless. And I feel that way with my phone at times. As if it's controlling me and I just cannot feasibly step away being a business owner, doctor and mom.