Inspired Mom MDs

27: Beyond the Norm: Redefining “I Should” as a Physician Mom


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Some days I think my drive to be a rule-follower is the pits

I have this sense of responsibility and commitment to do things the “right way.”

I was just professing to my husband that maybe being too honest holds me back. 

And you know what? He agreed!

He wasn’t hinting I should lie, rather he made me think about my unwavering dedication to following “the rules.” 

Where is this list of rules anyway? Who wrote them, and why do I have this innate drive to follow?

I feel like I should be the one to pick up the kids or make dinner. 

My to-do list is crowded with items labelled “I should.” 

How about your to-do list?

Today I’ll discuss how to break free from unwritten rules while maintaining integrity. Join me!

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Inspired Mom MDsBy Cindy Van Praag, MD