#021-As high-achieving, goal-oriented physicians, it seems that we have reached this status by “winning” at some internal game we have created for ourselves. As humans, we seek this deep biological need to seek praise and admiration from others. There is nothing inherently wrong with seeking this, but when we compare ourselves to others against our perceived weaknesses, we are setting ourselves up for failure and misery.  

Focus on the self, instead. 

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#020-Have you ever had a rare day off only to find that you didn’t get anything accomplished?

When you reflect on a recent work shift, do you wonder if you got anything meaningfully done?

Home and work are full of distractions. If these distractions aren’t harnessed, they can derail you. As focused and hard-driving physicians, distractions (and managing them well) may seem like a badge of honor. In emergency medicine, our shifts are filled with distractions--be it another ambulance run, a phone call from a consultant, a question from a nurse or patient while tending to another patient. The list seems endless. 

We are quick to blame “the system” or technology for these distractions, but let’s focus on where the distractions come from and how to gain back control of our day. 

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#019-As physicians, we are healers and share a common goal to ease suffering and help those that need help, but adverse outcomes do happen. And when they do happen unexpectedly, the physician struggles and begins the unhealthy cycle of second-guessing himself, overtesting and constantly thinking and remotely checking in on his patients even when at home.

Friends, leave work at work.

As high functioning, goal-oriented physicians, we are committed to our patients and the team that we serve in the hospital and clinic. Still, long term success hinges on being successful personally and at home. 

When you can not leave your work at work, this is a recipe for burnout.

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#018-Have you ever lost your cool with a patient or a colleague? How about an exaggerated outburst at your staff for no seemingly good reason? If so, you are not alone. Our daily emotions drive us. 

As doctors, we know the world of medicine is filled with emotion. We have also met physicians on the two extremes of emotions--one that doesn’t let the smallest mishap affect her day while another physician seems to spiral out of control at a minor inconvenience. 

Negative emotions can spiral out of control quickly, but these frequent feelings, not dealt with, will consume your daily practice. Rage will become an emotion that is always stirring within. 

This is not sustainable. 

Mentally strong doctors appreciate the powerful force of emotions. They understand that negative emotions left unchecked can have devastating implications in our personal and professional lives. 

So how can you avoid operating with constant negative emotions? How do you regain rational thoughts and feelings?

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#017-Hospitals and doctors’ offices are noisy places. Heck, your day likely starts with an alarm buzzing. From the moment you wake until the time your head hits the pillow for the day, your day is filled with beeps, alerts, pings, and, well, noise.

Appreciate the power of silence. Make room for silence throughout your day--yes, even at work. 

While we can’t immediately silence all of them, you do have a choice on how you react to them. Don’t let the “noise” consume you. Find little windows of time before, during, and especially after work to soak in and appreciate the healing power of pure and utter silence.

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#016-The word self-discipline, unfortunately, gets villainized in the media. It is usually portrayed in a bad light--one of want, despair, and going without. It is painted as being restrictive and limiting. And if you listen to this siren song, you may even find this word as a convenient alibi to why you are not reaching your goals. 

Contrary to what popular media may have you believe, self-discipline is incredibly powerful. Once you learn to appreciate and harness the power of self-discipline, you will excel in your career in medicine and if your personal life.

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#015-

Leaders set the tone.

Leaders make people feel safe.

Great leaders are like parents.

As a physician, you are a leader. Be it better or worse, you are the leader of your department, your organization, and within the hospital at large. For some, the notion of being a physician leader is empowering, and yet of others, this is terrifying. Burnout arises from this fear. 

We are good at the “doctoring,” yet doing the medicine requires the strength and guidance of a strong leader. What leaders inspire you? What traits of that leader can call you to excel and to give more of yourself than you ever thought that you had?

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#014-In spite of all the things that we do every day, books are still the surest pathway to success for physicians. 

You, instinctively, know this as you would never have reached the rank of “doctor” had it not been for books. Yet, the books that we immersed ourselves in were medical books. We learned the physiology, pathophysiology, and innumerable mysteries of the body.

To be a successful physician, though, you need to look beyond the medical texts.

Fill your mind with these foundational books to begin your home library. Once you build the habit of reading every day, you will quickly notice that you will become a book hoarder and will take every opportunity to read.

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#013-Nature is our greatest teacher. If we take the time to get outdoors and be part of nature’s beauty, you will quickly appreciate the lessons that nature teaches us. Of the thousands of examples, the lessons of the bamboo tree have been paramount toward my personal and professional success.

Learn the lessons of the bamboo tree and how you can apply them in your daily medical practice. 

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#012-

In the world’s history, charitable giving has been a key civic duty for communities to help those less fortunate. As communities expanded beyond your local area, the role of charity (and how to give) has become less defined. Charitable organizations developed to assist a specific group of individuals or to a specific cause--be it children in need, the homeless or disadvantaged people home or abroad.

As physicians (and by default, leaders), we have been blessed with much. As high-income earners, it is our duty and obligation to serve others. We have been called to this profession. Let’s extend our gifts to those in need. It is a vital component to not only your wellness but to that of your family and community.

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