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In this joyful and thoughtful episode of the Physicians Leadership Academy Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa is joined by Dr. Mike Prats—emergency physician, educator, and creator of the Worldwide GEL Podcast—for a conversation about mindfulness, medicine, and birding.
 
Mike shares how a neighbor's curiosity sparked a hobby that became both a personal joy and a practice of presence. Together, they explore how birding helps physicians tune in to the moment, connect with their senses, and manage stress in a demanding profession. From the parallels between differential diagnosis and bird identification to the humor of binocular etiquette, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and actionable ways to integrate mindfulness into everyday life—no hours-long hikes required.
 
Whether you’re new to mindfulness or have a life list of warblers, this episode reminds us that stillness, joy, and wonder are often perched just outside your window.
 
 🐦 Produced by the Columbus Medical Association.
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