The Happy Gynecologist

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EP#213: Election Anxiety Nov 05, 2024

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Summary: In this special edition episode of the Happy Gynecologist, Amanda addresses the anxiety surrounding the upcoming election in the US, particularly in the context of the recent political climate and its impact on healthcare professionals. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, self-belief, and community support during uncertain times, encouraging listeners to maintain confidence and focus on their strengths regardless of the election outcome.

EP#212: Consistent vs. Persistent Oct 31, 2024

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In this episode of The Happy Gynecologist, Amanda discusses the importance of self-care and the common struggle between consistency and perfectionism. She emphasizes the need for hobbies and personal time outside of work and parenting, and how the pressure to be consistent can lead to feelings of inadequacy. Amanda encourages listeners to redefine consistency as persistence, highlighting that showing up imperfectly is still valuable. She provides practical advice on scheduling self-care and embracing the human experience of imperfection, ultimately reinforcing that persistence is key to achieving personal goals and reducing burnout.

Links:

coach-miles.com/freeresources

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Self-Care and Consistency

03:42 Understanding Consistency vs. Perfectionism

07:01 The Importance of Persistence in Self-Care

12:39 Practical Strategies for Maintaining Self-Care

18:52 Embracing Imperfection and Human Nature

Keywords: self-care, consistency, persistence, burnout, OBGYN, journaling, hobbies, perfectionism, mental health, coaching, medicine

EP#211: Negative Bias Burnout Oct 24, 2024

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In this episode, Amanda discusses the concept of negative bias in our brains and how it contributes to burnout, particularly in high-stress jobs. She explains the roles of the primitive brain and the prefrontal cortex, emphasizing the importance of awareness and strategies to combat negative thinking. Amanda provides practical steps for managing stress and promoting emotional well-being, including self-care practices and the significance of journaling.

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Takeaways:

Our brains are inherently made to view things negatively.

The primitive brain drives our survival instincts and can lead to burnout.
High-stress environments amplify our negative bias.
We can counteract our primitive brain's negativity with awareness.
Compassionate self-talk can help us manage stress.
Daily stressors accumulate and can overwhelm us.
Engaging in physical activity helps reduce stress levels.
Journaling is an effective tool for processing emotions.
We need to actively de-stress and plan this time.
Recognizing our brain's patterns can help us respond better.

Chapters:

00:00 Understanding Negative Bias and Burnout
08:30 The Impact of Stress on Our Brain
19:00 Strategies to Combat Negative Bias
26:12 Practical Steps for Stress Management

Keywords: negative bias, burnout, medicine, stress management, primitive brain, prefrontal cortex, mental health, coping strategies, emotional well-being, awareness, self-care

EP#210: Becoming Comfortable with Discomfort Oct 17, 2024

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In this episode of The Happy Gynecologist, Amanda discusses the importance of becoming comfortable with discomfort, particularly emotional discomfort. She reflects on her recent ocular emergency and how it served as a reminder of the challenges we face in dealing with our emotions. Amanda emphasizes that society often teaches us to suppress our feelings, leading to difficulties in setting boundaries and asking for help. She outlines strategies for embracing discomfort, including recognizing that life is a balance of positive and negative emotions, practicing microdoses of discomfort, and allowing ourselves to sit with our feelings. The conversation concludes with a call to action for listeners to explore resources for personal growth and self-care.

Takeaways

Emotional discomfort is often harder to manage than physical discomfort.
Society teaches us to suppress our emotions, leading to burnout.
It's important to set boundaries to avoid professional burnout.
Choosing your discomfort can lead to personal growth.
Microdosing discomfort can help build resilience.
Practicing saying 'no' is essential for self-care.
Allowing discomfort to surface is a key part of emotional processing.
Life is a balance of positive and negative emotions.
Practicing discomfort can rewire our brains for better emotional health.
Resources are available for those seeking to improve their emotional well-being at coach-miles.com

Keywords: emotional discomfort, personal growth, burnout, mental health, self-care, boundaries, resilience, coping strategies, mindfulness, self-awareness

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflection

03:45 Understanding Emotional Discomfort

07:03 The Impact of Discomfort on Professional Life

09:53 Choosing Your Discomfort

12:43 Microdosing Discomfort for Growth

17:55 Practicing Acceptance of Discomfort

30:37 Conclusion and Resources

EP#209: When the World is Chaotic Oct 10, 2024

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When the world feels chaotic around us, we can be left feeling downtrodden and worried. So what do we do then? We can't control the world, right?

When the world feels chaotic, let's take a step back and realize what is going on in our brains. Then, we can take EXTRA good care of ourselves.

EP#208: Big Mad Oct 03, 2024

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Ever been Big Mad?

Let's dive in to anger and what it really means when we are angry.

EP#207: 3 Truths About Confidence Sep 26, 2024

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In this episode of the Happy Gynecologist, Amanda discusses the importance of confidence for OB-GYNs, emphasizing that confidence is not an innate trait but rather a skill that can be developed through practice. She outlines three key truths about confidence: it is a practice, it is not dependent on being liked by everyone, and it is heavily influenced by self-talk. Amanda encourages listeners to embrace discomfort, accept rejection, and cultivate positive self-talk to enhance their confidence in both personal and professional settings.

Links:

coach-miles.com/freeresources

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Confidence in OB-GYNs

02:48 Understanding Confidence and Its Impact

06:10 Truth #1: Confidence is a Practice

10:01 Truth #2: Confidence and Acceptance of Rejection

20:10 Truth #3: The Role of Self-Talk in Confidence

Keywords: confidence, OB-GYN, self-talk, personal growth, acceptance, rejection, practice, professional development

EP#206: HEAVY Sep 19, 2024

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Burnout can feel HEAVY. With thoughts like "I am never caught up" and "I only get more behind," it can be hard to have fun at work, even after a good night's sleep. Add on a bad case, and everything feels Heavy.

So let's talk about it.

EP#205: 1000 Cuts Sep 12, 2024

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1000 Cuts.

We've likely performed 1000 cuts during our time in Medicine.

And Medicine has likely affected in a similar fashion.

Whether those 1000 cuts scar is ultimately up to us, so let's talk about how to heal in the best way possible.

EP#204: How to ACTUALLY Have Hobbies (Webinar Replay) Sep 05, 2024

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This episode is a replay of Amanda's recent webinar "How to ACTUALLY Have Hobbies as a Busy OB/GYN." Even if you have hobbies you love, this episode is for you! Amanda will walk you through a doable plan to find more time to enjoy your hobbies, with less guilt, and more enjoyment.

Check out The Happy Gynecologist Group, Amanda's 6 Month Group Coaching Program, by visiting: coach-miles.com/happy

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