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Coaching has been utilized in the business world and other professions for years, but is just now gaining traction in medicine. The rising popularity
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Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that involves abusers seeking control over other individuals by making them question their own
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There are countless reasons why physicians choose the medical profession. The opportunity to make a positive impact on someone's life, to heal, and to
Continue ReadingUse Active Listening To Empower Others
As physicians, our lives are easier when we empower those around us. Patient care and leadership are two obvious examples of how empowerment can
Continue ReadingHow Stoic Philosophy Increases Coping Skills and Resilience
In part 1 of this blog on the utility of Stoic philosophy in modern times, we covered some of the basic beliefs and ideas that Stoics, like Marcus
Continue ReadingStoic Philosophy Concepts Improve Emotional Resilience
In today’s world it is common to throw around words like “awesome” and “great” to describe people and events. Some human beings have been truly
Continue ReadingThree Benefits of Physician Coach Training… Even If You Don’t “Coach”
When I started my coach training program, I was seeking an exit strategy from the nonsense in the healthcare system. I was tired and I had the feeling
Continue ReadingHow Physician Coaching Supports the Decision-Making Process
Surgeons and physicians are trained to be good decision makers. And we are very good decision makers, but there are plenty of reasons why we might
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