Episodes

If pushing through is your default, this episode is your wake-up call. We’ll explore what true wellness looks like when we stop ignoring our bodies and start listening in. We’ll show you simple shifts that reconnect you to your whole self—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Tune in for a reset you didn’t know you needed. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why wellness is not optional but foundational, especially as we age How women in medicine are trained to ignore basic self-needs The importance...

True transformation begins with mindset and a clear vision of who you want to become. In this episode, Rod Stanley shares how personalized, holistic wellness can help you break free from emotional eating and burnout. Tune in to discover the one shift that could change everything. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resources Mentioned In This Episode About Rod Stanley Rod is a Marine veteran, transformation specialist, and founder of Ritual Health and Fitness. With over 25 years of experience, he hel...

True transformation begins with mindset and a clear vision of who you want to become. In this episode, Rod Stanley shares how personalized, holistic wellness can help you break free from emotional eating and burnout. Tune in to discover the one shift that could change everything. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why most people need more than just fitness advice to transform How stress and emotional eating sabotage long-term wellness What it means to “take orders from your higher self” How to ide...

If you've been doing everything "right" and still feel off, you're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Tamara Beckford reveals how cortisol, hormones, and perfectionism quietly sabotage even the most disciplined women. Tune in for the clarity, compassion, and science you've been waiting for. Key Takeaways To Listen For Resources Mentioned In This Episode About Tamara Beckford, MD, MSDr. Tamara is a board-certified emergency physician, best-selling author, international speaker, and CEO of UR Cari...

If you’ve been doing everything “right” and still feel off, you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Tamara Beckford reveals how cortisol, hormones, and perfectionism quietly sabotage even the most disciplined women. Tune in for the clarity, compassion, and science you’ve been waiting for. Key Takeaways To Listen For How high stress and cortisol levels sabotage weight loss The hidden connection between perfectionism, burnout, and emotional eating Why most diets don’t work for overwhelmed women ...

When a crisis hits, will you be ready? In this episode, we share how coaching and emotional preparation helped them navigate grief, leadership, and high-stress decisions. And unpack what it means to lead with grace and stay grounded through chaos. Listen in to learn how to build resilience before you need it. 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 content when you go to https://www....

When a crisis hits, will you be ready? In this episode, we share how coaching and emotional preparation helped them navigate grief, leadership, and high-stress decisions. And unpack what it means to lead with grace and stay grounded through chaos. Listen in to learn how to build resilience before you need it. Key Takeaways To Listen For Why coaching isn’t just for burnout recovery, it’s for preparation How “you can’t stop calamity, but you can stop the spiral” The connection between personal ...

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 Connect With UsDo you want to hear more from the ladi...

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...