Choosing to become a doctor is an honorable decision that can bring meaning, fulfillment, and joy to your life, but the reality of the profession can be overwhelming. For many physicians, burnout has become a common struggle. It can be difficult to stay motivated when you’re feeling overburdened by the demands of the organization’s business goals. You end up trying to fit your job description into someone else's.
As time passes, it gets exhausting until you finally say, "I cannot bear it anymore." As a result, some doctors find themselves deciding whether they should continue their career as a physician or pursue another path. But for those who choose to stay in medicine, it’s important to remember that you are a lightworker. You chose this career because of the purpose it provides. Don't lose sight of that!
“There's a difference between a job and a practice. Practice is what you want to do. Job is how it fits into your employer's business model.” - Dike Drummond MD
In this episode, we talk about:
Resources:
TheHappyMD.com blog https://www.thehappymd.com/blog/the-origins-of-your-practice-overwhelm-the-drivers-of-the-whirlwind
Burnout Proof MD Physician Support Ecosystem https://support.thehappymd.com/bpmd-thmd-webinar-sign-up
Check out the previous episode:
The Lightworker vs. the Whirlwind - 63% Burnout Means We are Losing this Battle
https://physiciansonpurpose.libsyn.com/the-lightworker-vs-the-whirlwind-63-burnout-means-we-are-losing-this-battle?_ga=2.52967144.1952786816.1675681891-1798284423.1670924402
Learn more about Dr. Dike and The Happy MD:
https://linktr.ee/dikedrummond
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