In The Doctor's Chair

Today, I discuss what perfectionitis is and explain why it’s important to celebrate our inner perfections, despite our flaws. I explain why perfectionism is an unhealthy way of thinking and how the pursuit of perfection often creates a fear of failure, self-criticism, and self-sabotaging behaviors.

I explain how you can determine if you’re suffering from perfectionitis and why perfectionism often goes hand-in-hand with procrastination. I also share tips on how to address your perfectionist tendencies, the value of celebrating your strengths and achievements, and the importance of developing a growth mindset.

Today, Liana joins me to talk about what makes a resilient mind. She shares her favorite books and what she’s learned from them, and she explores the 5 core strengths: self-care, positive actions, social connections, character strengths, and brain strengths.

We talk about the power of thinking small and of focusing on encouraging the positive rather than reversing the negative. She talks about the Global Positive Health Institute and explains why medicine should start with lifestyle and work outward from there. She discusses the strong and undeniable link between lifestyle medicine and positive psychology, she defines success, and she shares three take-homes for a resilient mind.

Today, Fiona joins me to talk about her work. She shares where her love of it came from and talks about the power of “allowing”. She notes that a wish to take care of yourself is a good enough reason to do a thing, and we discuss the four A’s of self-care.

Today, I talk about recovering from burnout. I note the power of small steps and explain why keeping a journal is so helpful. I emphasise the importance of keeping good habits, perhaps especially when you don’t think you need to. I talk about the power of micro-moments of self-care, and I call on you to treat yourself as you would your best friend. I explain how to react to negative emotions, I note that you’re not the only one who struggles, and I discuss the twofold power of staying connected to others and taking personal time. I note the importance of avoiding toxic negativity, and I explain why you should let yourself say no.

Today, Tom joins me to talk about that link. He shares where his passion for financial health and wellbeing came from, and he notes the need to emotionalise smart money habits. He emphasises the importance of self-awareness, explaining why it’s the most crucial habit of the rich.

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Burnout is a widespread problem, but it’s more preventable than many people think. In Part 1 of my two-part series on burnout, I talk about what burnout is and how to think about it.

Today, I talk about burnout. I give a preview of what to expect from this episode and its counterpart. I share the three characteristics of burnout, and I talk about the risk factors of burnout both in and out of the workplace. I also share a helpful analogy to help you visualize the concepts I discuss.

“Awareness precedes change.”– Dr Mark Rowe

This week on In the Doctor’s Chair:

• What is burnout?

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