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Held Together with Dr. Rebecca Thompson | Episode 117
Healthcare professionals carry invisible wounds — as patients, caregivers, and people navigating loss — yet rarely have space to integrate those experiences into how they lead. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Thompson, physician and author of Held Together, shares how embracing vulnerability, imperfection, and shared storytelling transforms clinical leadership and patient care from the inside out.
Chapters and Time-Stamps:
01:07 Meet Dr Rebecca Thompson
01:40 A Week in Her Life
04:11 Ten Year Book Journey
05:24 Losses That Changed Everything
09:14 Held Together Dualities
10:30 Sharing Vulnerability Boundaries
11:50 Building a Shared Memoir
17:25 Why Imperfect Love
22:07 Leadership Permission to Be Human
24:56 Policies That Support Families
30:19 Authenticity Improves Care
35:04 Hope Meaning and Growth
36:16 One Tiny Act Today
37:18 Where to Find the Book
39:40 Closing Thanks and Subscribe
Guest Details
Dr. Rebecca Thompson, MD
Family Medicine & Public Health Physician, Portland, OR
Author: Held Together: A Shared Memoir of Motherhood, Medicine, and Imperfect Love
Speaker: Residencies, nursing programs, medical training organizations
🌐 rebeccanthompson.com (the N is important!)
Instagram: @rebecca.n.thompson
📚 References from the Episode
Book: Held Together by Dr. Rebecca Thompson — shared memoir featuring 22 collaborators (physicians, nurses, EMTs, psychologists, social workers)
Discussion guides — Available at rebeccanthompson.com; themed for book clubs, residencies, nursing/social work/psychology training
Postpartum Support International — Affiliate purchase link on her site; portion of proceeds donated
Arthur Kleinman — Physician, author & psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School; endorsed the book
Concept: Narrative Medicine — Processing patient and personal stories to inform embodied clinical practice
Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare
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For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call.
Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.
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By Transforming Healthcare CoachingHealthcare professionals carry invisible wounds — as patients, caregivers, and people navigating loss — yet rarely have space to integrate those experiences into how they lead. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Thompson, physician and author of Held Together, shares how embracing vulnerability, imperfection, and shared storytelling transforms clinical leadership and patient care from the inside out.
Chapters and Time-Stamps:
01:07 Meet Dr Rebecca Thompson
01:40 A Week in Her Life
04:11 Ten Year Book Journey
05:24 Losses That Changed Everything
09:14 Held Together Dualities
10:30 Sharing Vulnerability Boundaries
11:50 Building a Shared Memoir
17:25 Why Imperfect Love
22:07 Leadership Permission to Be Human
24:56 Policies That Support Families
30:19 Authenticity Improves Care
35:04 Hope Meaning and Growth
36:16 One Tiny Act Today
37:18 Where to Find the Book
39:40 Closing Thanks and Subscribe
Guest Details
Dr. Rebecca Thompson, MD
Family Medicine & Public Health Physician, Portland, OR
Author: Held Together: A Shared Memoir of Motherhood, Medicine, and Imperfect Love
Speaker: Residencies, nursing programs, medical training organizations
🌐 rebeccanthompson.com (the N is important!)
Instagram: @rebecca.n.thompson
📚 References from the Episode
Book: Held Together by Dr. Rebecca Thompson — shared memoir featuring 22 collaborators (physicians, nurses, EMTs, psychologists, social workers)
Discussion guides — Available at rebeccanthompson.com; themed for book clubs, residencies, nursing/social work/psychology training
Postpartum Support International — Affiliate purchase link on her site; portion of proceeds donated
Arthur Kleinman — Physician, author & psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School; endorsed the book
Concept: Narrative Medicine — Processing patient and personal stories to inform embodied clinical practice
Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare
Subscribe and Listen on:
Follow us on:
For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call.
Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.