Episodes

Transitions are rarely simple. In this candid conversation, we open up about what it really feels like to leave an 18-year career and navigate everything that comes next. We share the emotional impact, identity shifts, and small tools that can help you move through uncertainty with intention. If you're facing a change in your life or career, this episode offers the support and insight to help you feel less alone. Key Takeaways To Listen For What defines a “big transition” and why we often minim...

When life moves fast, joy is often the first thing we sacrifice. But what if rest, play, and connection are the keys to resilience and healing? In this episode, we unpack why joy isn't optional for women in medicine and how to reclaim it without guilt. Listen now to find out how micro-moments of joy can transform your day. Key Takeaways To Listen For Connect With Us Do you want to hear more from the ladies of the Create Meaning In Medicine podcast? Discover more empowering content when you go...

When life moves fast, joy is often the first thing we sacrifice. But what if rest, play, and connection are the keys to resilience and healing? In this episode, we unpack why joy isn’t optional for women in medicine and how to reclaim it without guilt. Listen now to find out how micro-moments of joy can transform your day. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why women in medicine need prescribed time to soften, unplug, and let joy lead The false belief that rest and joy must be earned, and how to brea...

Judgment and assumptions weigh us down, but curiosity can set us free. In this episode, we explore how choosing curiosity helps us communicate better, regulate emotions, and shift our mindset. With real examples and simple tools, we'll show you how to pause and respond with intention. Tune in to learn how this small change can have a big impact. Key Takeaways To Listen For Connect With UsDo you want to hear more from the ladies of the Create Meaning In Medicine podcast? Discover more empowerin...

Judgment and assumptions weigh us down, but curiosity can set us free. In this episode, we explore how choosing curiosity helps us communicate better, regulate emotions, and shift our mindset. With real examples and simple tools, we’ll show you how to pause and respond with intention. Tune in to learn how this small change can have a big impact. Key Takeaways To Listen For How to shift from judgment and assumption into curiosity The neuroscience behind mindset and decision-making How curiosit...

Behind every white coat is a human heart navigating unseen battles. In this powerful episode, we explore the emotional toll of medicine and the ripple effects of compassion, connection, and advocacy. Kim Downey shares her personal story and highlights physician voices working to transform a broken system. Tune in for a raw, hopeful look at what it means to reimagine healthcare one conversation at a time. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resources Mentioned In This Episode About Kim Downey, PTKim D...

Behind every white coat is a human heart navigating unseen battles. In this powerful episode, we explore the emotional toll of medicine and the ripple effects of compassion, connection, and advocacy. Kim Downey shares her personal story and highlights physician voices working to transform a broken system. Tune in for a raw, hopeful look at what it means to reimagine healthcare one conversation at a time. Key Takeaways To Listen For How Kim’s personal experience as a patient and provider fuels h...

When tragedy strikes, kids need more than answers; they need us. In this episode, we explore how to support children through grief, trauma, and uncertainty with compassion and clarity. Learn how to recognize their emotional needs and respond with steady, loving presence. Tune in for tools to help your family navigate hard moments together. Key Takeaways To Listen For Connect With UsDo you want to hear more from the ladies of the Create Meaning In Medicine podcast? Discover more empowering conte...

When tragedy strikes, kids need more than answers; they need us. In this episode, we explore how to support children through grief, trauma, and uncertainty with compassion and clarity. Learn how to recognize their emotional needs and respond with steady, loving presence. Tune in for tools to help your family navigate hard moments together. Key Takeaways To Listen For How to talk to kids about tragic events in age-appropriate ways Signs of anxiety, trauma, or grief in children and how they diff...

When the world feels heavy, protecting your energy isn't optional, it's essential. In this episode, we will explore how negativity seeps into our lives and what we can do about it. From trauma exposure to social media overwhelm, we'll offer practical tools for filtering input and restoring balance. Tune in to learn how small shifts can help you stay grounded and resilient in a noisy world. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resources Mentioned In This Episode Connect With UsDo you want to hear more f...

When the world feels heavy, protecting your energy isn’t optional, it’s essential. In this episode, we will explore how negativity seeps into our lives and what we can do about it. From trauma exposure to social media overwhelm, we’ll offer practical tools for filtering input and restoring balance. Tune in to learn how small shifts can help you stay grounded and resilient in a noisy world. Key Takeaways To Listen For How to create a personal “filter” for overwhelming news and negativity Why wo...

When you're always giving, receiving can feel foreign. In this second conversation with holistic practitioner Candice Van Dertholen, we explore the power of reciprocity, grounding, and energetic reset in times of transition. Through stories of ancestral healing and everyday presence, Candice shares how to soften the rush, reframe burnout, and realign with purpose. Tune in to learn how intention, awareness, and small shifts can restore your energy and deepen your impact. Key Takeaways To Listen F...

When you’re always giving, receiving can feel foreign. In this second conversation with holistic practitioner Candice Van Dertholen, we explore the power of reciprocity, grounding, and energetic reset in times of transition. Through stories of ancestral healing and everyday presence, Candice shares how to soften the rush, reframe burnout, and realign with purpose. Tune in to learn how intention, awareness, and small shifts can restore your energy and deepen your impact. Key Takeaways To Listen ...

Stillness can feel uncomfortable when you've spent a lifetime achieving, doing, and serving others. With Candice Van Dertholen, we'll unpack how energy work, intuition, and identity healing can support those navigating burnout and major life transitions. From reclaiming your spark to creating intentional shifts, this episode offers grounded tools for reconnecting with your inner self. Tune in to explore what it truly means to rest, realign, and return to who you are. Key Takeaways To Listen For ...

Stillness can feel uncomfortable when you’ve spent a lifetime achieving, doing, and serving others. With Candace Van Dertholen, we’ll unpack how energy work, intuition, and identity healing can support those navigating burnout and major life transitions. From reclaiming your spark to creating intentional shifts, this episode offers grounded tools for reconnecting with your inner self. Tune in to explore what it truly means to rest, realign, and return to who you are. Key Takeaways To Listen For...

You don't need January to begin again. In this empowering mid-year reset, we will share how to reflect with compassion, release what no longer serves you, and recalibrate your goals with intention. Discover why your brain craves milestones, how to use visualization to build momentum, and what your December 31st self needs from you today. Tune in and learn how to finish the year with clarity, purpose, and renewed energy. Key Takeaways To Listen For Connect With Us Do you want to hear more from...

You don’t need January to begin again. In this empowering mid-year reset, we will share how to reflect with compassion, release what no longer serves you, and recalibrate your goals with intention. Discover why your brain craves milestones, how to use visualization to build momentum, and what your December 31st self needs from you today. Tune in and learn how to finish the year with clarity, purpose, and renewed energy. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why your brain craves fresh starts and clean sl...

The healthcare system isn't just broken—it's bleeding out, and we keep handing it Band-Aids. Dr. Todd Otten shares how burnout, trauma, and learned helplessness sparked his mission to drive real reform. He invites us to challenge the illusion of powerlessness and take meaningful action. Tune in and find out how one bold step can spark a ripple of lasting change. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resources Mentioned In This Episode About Dr. Todd OttenDr. Todd is a board-certified family physician, d...

The healthcare system isn’t just broken—it’s bleeding out, and we keep handing it Band-Aids. Dr. Todd Otten shares how burnout, trauma, and learned helplessness sparked his mission to drive real reform. He invites us to challenge the illusion of powerlessness and take meaningful action. Tune in and find out how one bold step can spark a ripple of lasting change. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why identifying your purpose is the most potent prescription for burnout How to turn your neurodiversity ...

Burnout doesn't always show up loud—it can sneak in quietly through chronic fatigue, disconnection, or emotional numbness. In this episode, we will explore the subtle red flags that often go unnoticed and how to catch them before they escalate. You'll hear practical ways to check in with yourself, reclaim your energy, and recognize when something deeper needs your attention. Tune in to learn how small signs can reveal big truths and what you can do about them. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resou...

Burnout doesn’t always show up loud—it can sneak in quietly through chronic fatigue, disconnection, or emotional numbness. In this episode, we will explore the subtle red flags that often go unnoticed and how to catch them before they escalate. You’ll hear practical ways to check in with yourself, reclaim your energy, and recognize when something deeper needs your attention. Tune in to learn how small signs can reveal big truths and what you can do about them. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why em...

What if burnout isn't the end, but a turning point? In this episode, Dr. Pamela Buchanan shares how reconnecting with purpose, leaning into your uniqueness, and rewriting outdated rules can help you heal, advocate, and lead with power. Her story challenges the hustle mindset and reminds us that fulfillment comes from alignment, not perfection. Tune in and discover what's possible when you give yourself permission to choose differently. Key Takeaways To Listen For About Dr. Pamela BuchananDr. P...

What if burnout isn’t the end, but a turning point? In this episode, Dr. Pamela Buchanan shares how reconnecting with purpose, leaning into your uniqueness, and rewriting outdated rules can help you heal, advocate, and lead with power. Her story challenges the hustle mindset and reminds us that fulfillment comes from alignment, not perfection. Tune in and discover what’s possible when you give yourself permission to choose differently. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why identifying your purpose is...

Changing your mind isn't weakness—it's wisdom. In this episode, we will explore why women in medicine often resist course correction and how honoring your intuition can restore energy, identity, and clarity. You'll discover how emotional exhaustion, stagnation, and people-pleasing are often the cost of staying the same. Tune in and give yourself permission to realign with who you are becoming. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resources Mentioned In This Episode Connect With UsDo you want to hear m...