The numerous professional and personal stressors experienced by cardiothoracic surgeons can—if not well managed—lead to errors in clinical judgment, burnout, early departure from practice, health issues, and substance abuse. In the latest episode of “Beyond the Abstract,” a program that explores the “whys” behind an article in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Dr. Michael Maddaus joins host Dr. Tom Varghese to discuss six habits that can make a significant difference in managing stress when proactively integrated into a daily routine. Read the related Annals article, “The Resilience Bank Account: Skills for Optimal Performance” at http://bit.ly/2q8XMFA.