Embrace Balance, Discover Joy

S4E8: Self-Compassion with Dr. Joe Pina


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In this episode, Amanda sits down with Dr. Joe Pina, a retired army physician turned intuitive life coach, to explore the powerful connection between self-compassion, leadership, and living a life of purpose.


Dr. Pina shares his journey from over 30 years in high-pressure medical environments to a more intuitive, reflective path in coaching. Through his experiences—especially during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic—he began to see the importance of prioritizing his own well-being in order to truly serve others.


Together, they talk about what it really means to embrace balance, not just in theory, but in how we care for ourselves day to day.


In this episode, they explore:
✨ The role of self-compassion in leadership and personal growth
✨ Why serving others starts with taking care of yourself first
✨ How simple daily practices can create space for reflection and clarity
✨ The transition from structured, external success to more intuitive living
✨ How burnout can become a catalyst for transformation


Dr. Pina reminds us that true leadership isn’t about constant giving—it’s about showing up fully, which requires caring for your own energy, needs, and well-being first.


If you’ve ever felt pulled between caring for others and caring for yourself, this conversation offers a grounded and compassionate perspective on how to do both.


Because when you learn to extend compassion inward… everything you give outward becomes more meaningful.


About Dr. Joe Pina

Joe Pina, MD is an Army Veteran pulmonary & critical care physician with 30 years experience in the Army and the Military Health System. Career highlights include:

  • Commander/Director of health centers in Fort Lee, Richmond, and The Pentagon (D.C.).
  • Army lead for the joint Military Health System's journey to High Reliability, a mindset of just culture and psychological safety that drives quality care, patient safety, and continuous process improvement.
  • Chief Medical Officer for a not-for-profit 180-bed hospital in Northern Virginia during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Leader coach for 5 years in support of the Veterans Health Administration.

Joe loves spending time with his family, walking his dog, listening to music, selling vinyl records, watching sci-fi, and sous vide cooking.


Joe's coaching style is a blend of curiosity, kindness, leadership development, self-awareness, and self-compassion. He is a student of ILCATE, class G12.


Schedule a discovery call with Joe @ https://calendly.com/joepina25/60-minute-meeting


If you'd like to work with Amanda:

Book an introductory call: ⁠https://calendly.com/autumnhealing/introductory-call⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.autumnhealing.com/

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Embrace Balance, Discover JoyBy Amanda Butland