Here is a rewind episode of one of our favorites.  “Someday when I become a resident, it will be better.  I’ll be making money. “ “One day, as an attending, things will be so much better than they are right now.  No one will be able to tell me what to do!” “When the kids are a little bit older, things will be easier.” I am here to tell you that if you think when you accomplish your next goal life will automatically be better, you are likely suffering from an arrival fallacy.  Here is how to snap out of the matrix, and find the reality you really want today. Love the show? Heck, want to work with me? See how we can here! www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching

Have you ever wanted to lose weight (or get a six-pack) but it always felt too hard to get it done? As a life coach for women physicians, Dr. Ali Novitsky shares her insight and expertise to show us how to achieve optimal health with simple strategies backed by science. Meet health coach for women, Dr. Ali Novitsky Ali Novitsky, MD is the CEO and founder of Life Coaching for Women Physicians. Board certified in Obesity Medicine, Pediatrics, and Neonatology. She is a certified physician coach, nutrition and fitness expert, international speaker, blogger, and host of the podcast “Life Coaching for Women Physicians”.  Ali attended Temple University School of Medicine and completed her Pediatric residency and Neonatal Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson/AI duPont Hospital for Children. She completed her coach training at The Life Coach School and The Mind Firm Method.  Ali offers CME coaching programs designed for women physicians. Her programs are ever evolving and currently include: Jump Start, G.O.A.L.S. Society, and Transform. Ali also has a trademarked nutrition program called Mindful Macros® where she combines an intuitive and gentle nutrition approach to achieve optimal health results through food freedom. Losing weight in a healthy way can be easy Today’s thought is this: To lose weight (and achieve your optimal body composition) you actually need to gain muscle. You’ll Learn: How to identify and create a plan around your own personal health goals Why more activity doesn’t always mean better results The role of protein in your muscle-building pursuits (hint: it’s important) How to make food and activity choices that are sustainable for your life How to work with your emotions instead of against them with food and weight loss  How to honor your authentic body Link: https://www.goals-society.com/g-o-a-l-s-society  

Years ago, I transitioned from physician burnout to entrepreneur burnout in my online business. And it was primarily from not having healthy boundaries with technology. When I first started out in entrepreneurship, I worked 60 hours a week in medicine plus another 20-30 hours a week on my blog and business. Business culture indoctrination often means we find ourselves believing we need to hustle 24/7 to get results, but it doesn’t have to be that way. What’s really important about today’s episode is understanding how we can use technology not to worsen our constant availability – which can lead to burnout – but instead how to use that technology to set boundaries.

One thing we can agree on about today’s topic is this: doctors historically are under-savers.  But when it comes to physician money management, exactly how much doctors should be saving is hotly contested. Lisha and I spent 15 minutes debating our perspectives before we even hit record! So we know you’re going to land with a variety of opinions. Of course, how much and how you save are going to depend on your own financial goals and your current situation - the status of your student loans, whether you’re married or have kids or plan to start a family, when you want to retire, etc. So by the end of this episode, we’ll give you two different options for figuring out how much money you should save - regardless of your situation. https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/ACE

With today’s episode, we’re doing things a little differently. Instead of a podcast, you’re getting a sneak peek of the audiobook version of my latest book, “Determined: How Burned Out Doctors Can Thrive in a Broken Medical System.” Yes, we’re talking burnout – a topic very familiar to you as a medical professional. It’s messy, it’s layered, and it’s part of the problematic state of medicine. Burnout is twice as high in physicians versus the general population. Not only is that statistic alarming, but the potential consequences of burnout on medical professionals are staggering. Higher rates of substance and alcohol use, depression, and suicide are not uncommon problems in medicine. On the systematic front, burnout has been linked with higher physician turnover, worse patient care and outcomes, decreased patient satisfaction, higher healthcare costs, and increased risk for major medical errors. Burnout is costly for physicians and for the patients under our care. But as Albert Einstein once wisely said, “We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.”  In this week’s episode of The Physician Philosopher podcast, I’m sharing my audio recording of the first chapter of my book.  You’ll Learn: The top 5 reasons physicians feel burned out Why we need greater focus on personal and professional autonomy in medicine How compassion serves as a key factor in burnout recovery and systematic change The role of purpose and how it deepens our professional experience Take a listen on your favorite podcast listening platform and leave a comment.  All the best,  ~Jimmy   

I can’t tell you how often other physicians ask me, “Hey, I understand the math, but I just don't know: should I be paying off my student loans? Should I be investing and maxing out my 401k, or should I be paying off a car?” There’s advice out there that says you should invest at all costs, that anyone who doesn't put all their money towards investments is crazy. Then, at the other end of the spectrum is the school of thought that says you shouldn’t do anything else until you pay off all your physician debt. As with most nuanced subjects, it’s not black and white.  The right path – for YOU – depends on a lot of different factors. When figuring out whether to pay off debt versus investing, it requires more than just math –  because humans aren't robots.  https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/ACE

Given that this is the 100th episode of this show, I thought it would be pretty cool to share the stories of those who have listened to this podcast and had their lives changed as a result. And today is doubly-special, because The Alpha Coaching Experience (ACE) is finally open again. It’s been six months since we opened the doors last, and we only open the program twice per year. So, instead of me telling you about the impact ACE has had on doctors, I thought I’d let three doctors who have gone through the physician coaching program share their stories. Here’s how they overcame their situations to create the time, financial freedom, and mindset shifts they needed to practice medicine on their terms. HTTPS://thephysicianphilosopher.com/ACE

My good friend, Peter Kim, from Passive Income MD is a serial entrepreneur, physician in anesthesiology, and a great friend and family man. Sharing my enthusiasm for physician finance strategies that prioritize freedom, Peter is also a bit of a side-gig guru. Conversations with Peter are always fun, especially when we get to talk about different approaches to financial freedom. Over the years, Peter has conducted extensive trial and error research and fine-tuned the art of the physician side hustle. I can’t wait for you to absorb the knowledge and wisdom he was willing to share with The Physician Philosopher community. https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/RISE

Dr. Ubell is a master certified life and weight loss coach who struggled with her own weight for decades before finding a permanent solution.  In 2016, she founded a weight loss program that has helped over 1,300 physicians achieve the same peace and freedom surrounding food.  Her podcast, Weight Loss for Busy Physicians, has been downloaded over 6 million times and she is the author of the forthcoming book How to Lose Weight for the Last Time; Brain-Based Solutions for Permanent Weight Loss. In this show, we’re going to dive into her book. So, if you have ever wanted to lose weight and keep it off… this is for you. Click here to register for The Rise of The Self-Determined Physician → https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/SDP

Physicians that have carved out a life they love through entrepreneurship have one major thing in common: they work on their mindset. I once had massive skepticism about mindset work and coaching. But there's a reason why people say that when it comes to personal finance, it's 20% math, 80% mindset. If you’ve been around here for a while, you’ve come to hear that phrase over and over and over.  But until we take that leap of faith and try it, we don't quite understand what it means when people say they're working on their mindset, or the place it has in the entrepreneur journey. Dr. Vikram Raya’s journey to becoming a physician entrepreneur is a prime example of this.

Why are so many intelligent, educated, and hard-working physicians struggling? Why don’t they just take themselves out of their current situation and find something better? The answer is fear.   So, in this episode, I wanted to discuss some of the common fears that I see among our physician clients in ACE and others who reach out to me through email and social media. And what you can do to overcome those fears.

I tell my residents that academics is about depth and private practice is about breadth. In a lot of specialist fields, the private practice opportunities can provide some of that breadth. What you choose really depends on your preferences and how you feel you can work best in a given environment when weighed against all the factors that are important to you. But at the end of the day: when choosing a job, make sure you think through the worst-case scenario before saying “yes”. You’ll Learn: A tool I use with my coaching clients to help you think through any job decision An in-depth perspective about the benefits (and drawbacks) of going into academics as well as joining private practice  Physician-specific finance and career factors you should consider as you’re making your job decisions Want to learn more about money? Join MDFU → https://MDFU.co 

I'm a big fan of delegating tasks and freeing up my time so that I can focus on what I need to focus on in my business. And finding work-life balance (or life-life balance as some people like to call it) is one of the most common things doctors want. But how do we go about finding that? Enter virtual assistants for doctors.  They could be just the solution for many doctors on the road to burnout by assisting with scheduling, pre-authorizations, paperwork, and more. If you're a doctor who doesn’t know what a VA is or how they can help you get back some of your time (or potentially make you more money), this one’s for you.

Everyone has heard of a backdoor Roth IRA, but what’s the big deal with Roth IRA’s anyway? Today, Dr. Lisha Taylor and I are going to be talking about Roth IRA money for physicians. This is an important topic because doctors often need to use any tax-advantaged space they can get their hands on since we normally have a high savings rate. So join us today to learn what a Roth IRA is and why you should seriously consider one as a physician.  Also check out this Step by Step Guide to a Backdoor Roth IRA at Vanguard → https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/guides/first-backdoor-roth-on-vanguard/ Want to learn more about what do to with the money you are making as a physician? Join MDFU → https://MDFU.co

Physicians often reach out to me for advice about whether they should quit being a physician. I have a hard time giving advice on that subject because it seems like there are really only two options. The first option is to tough it out and finish what you started. The second option is to follow your dreams, even if they lead you away from medicine. So how do you know which path to take?  Chelsea Turgeon wrote the book on it - literally. Listen to this week's episode of the Physician Philosopher podcast to learn more about her story and the framework she created for deciding if a career in medicine is right for you long term, or if you should consider pivoting out of the medical field entirely.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-after-medicine/id1578778554 https://www.facebook.com/groups/leavemedicine/

Staying financially healthy during transitions is hard. Summertime is a time of transition in medicine. How do you stay on the right path financially during these transitions? On this week's episode of The Physician Philosopher podcast, DR.Lisha and I give you five financial tasks that doctors absolutely must take care of in order to be financially secure. So, take a listen on your favorite podcast listening platform as we talk about how doctors can gain financial independence in order to live a fulfilling life that is full of purpose, connection, and identity.  https://MDFU.co   https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/guides/three-kinder-questions/

Finding purpose in life outside of medicine can be challenging for many doctors. In this episode, I interview a good friend of mine, Dr. Jordan Grumet, a hospice and palliative care doctor who discovered financial independence to ward off physician burnout. We talk about some key ideas from his upcoming book, about the things I have been working through personally over the last two years, and a topic that MANY doctors ignore until it is too late. Listen in as we talk about how doctors can gain financial independence in order to live a fulfilling life that is full of purpose, connection, and identity.

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you probably know that a lot has changed about student loans in the last year or two. There are a lot of changes happening for a lot of people who are going into fellowship, residency, or becoming an attending, and it is time to dig into your student loans. The Covid Waiver is only available until October 31, 2022, so don’t put this off!  The government is going above and beyond to make the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program work. When you personally see people getting six figures forgiven, it opens your eyes and helps you trust and verify this program.  On this episode of the Physician, Philosopher podcast join DR.Lisha and me as we dive deeper into getting loans forgiven Share this with a friend because you never know, you might save your friend $100,000 in student debt!

This episode is different from our typical episodes on The Physician Philosopher Podcast.  Today, I have something special that I want to share with you, and I want you to share this episode with all of your friends in medicine. My biggest goal is to empower doctors while also fixing our broken medical system. And one of the ways that  I am going to achieve that goal is by sharing tools and strategies with all physicians in a manner that is  easily accessible. This is why I’ve spent hundreds or maybe even a thousand hours creating the idea and then writing, editing, and working on my book.  And it is finally published as of the very day that this episode became live.   In fact, you can buy the book for just 99 CENTS…. But that will only last for the first week after the book is published. In this episode, I am going to read the introduction to the book I’ve been working on for the last year and I would love to hear your thoughts on it. Please tune in and share this episode with your family and friends. I want to say  “thank you” to all of the loyal listeners of The Physician Philosopher Podcast! I appreciate all of your emails.  And I appreciate you showing up each week to listen to the show. So, enjoy watching/ listening to this special episode of the podcast. 👉 Get your copy of Determined: How Burned-Out Doctors Can Thrive in a Broken Medical System - https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/determined

This episode is different from our typical episodes on The Physician Philosopher Podcast.  Today, I have something special that I want to share with you, and I want you to share this episode with all of your friends in medicine. My biggest goal is to empower doctors while also fixing our broken medical system. And one of the ways that  I am going to achieve that goal is by sharing tools and strategies with all physicians in a manner that is  easily accessible. This is why I’ve spent hundreds or maybe even a thousand hours creating the idea and then writing, editing, and working on my book.  And it is finally published as of the very day that this episode became live.   In fact, you can buy the book for just 99 CENTS…. But that will only last for the first week after the book is published. In this episode, I am going to read the introduction to the book I’ve been working on for the last year and I would love to hear your thoughts on it. Please tune in and share this episode with your family and friends. I want to say  “thank you” to all of the loyal listeners of The Physician Philosopher Podcast! I appreciate all of your emails.  And I appreciate you showing up each week to listen to the show. So, enjoy watching/ listening to this special episode of the podcast. 👉 Get your copy of Determined: How Burned-Out Doctors Can Thrive in a Broken Medical System - https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/determined

Did you hear I recently purchased a third car??  All the science says this is the dumbest thing in the world to do…but is it? Join me on this week's Podcast talk about ways people can find happiness using money and what the studies say. I’m excited to announce that my new book, Determined: How Burned Out Doctors Can Thrive in a Broken Medical System, will be launching on JULY 19th. The book lays out an evidence-based framework to help doctors understand why they are so burned out in the first place. By reexamining current narratives, reactions, and paradigms, not only can doctors reclaim their sense of purpose and autonomy, but they can also create a life they love. Even if the medical system doesn’t love them back. Stay tuned for details!

How often do you look for external validation for your self-worth?  When our goals and ambitions are determined by what makes other people happy, our focus is not on what will actually make us happy.  Our vision is taken off of what our own purpose and connection is in life. Listen to episode 86 of The Physician Philosopher podcast and learn where this often comes from, and how to defeat it. https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha-coaching-experience/

Let’s be honest… we all love learning from other people’s financial mistakes. It is like a slow-motion car accident. You just can’t take your eyes away. Money mistakes are going to happen, and we are going to discuss a few common financial mistakes that doctors make.  Come join Lisha and I as we discuss our share of financial mistakes, and some of them are very common and might resonate with you on episode 85 of The Physician Philosopher podcast. PS - Get 10% off your contract review by going to thephysicianphilosopher.com/resolve and using code 10OFF Chris Voss Book - Never Split The Difference (affiliate link)

Money is a tool, it’s not the means to an end.  If you can learn medicine, you can learn how to create a positive money mindset. Lose your fear of making financial mistakes and get started now. P.S Learn how to create the FINANCIAL FREEDOM to make practicing medicine OPTIONAL! Join Medical Degree Financial University now - https://mdfu.co

Giving every single dollar a job is a highly effective way to find financial success.  Yet, it is also a highly successful way to stress both me and my marriage out.  I’m just not a detail-oriented person.  When I started becoming financially literate, I was bound and determined to find another way to achieve our financial goals. Join Dr.Lisha and I as we dive into everything you need to know on budgeting and how you can achieve financial success without traditional budgeting. PS - if you want to increase your financial literacy in order to get to financial independence faster, then make sure to sign up for the 2-Day Financial Freedom Workshop for Physicians that I’ll be running on June 14th and June 16th.   You can register for the event and download your Financial Freedom Toolkit PDF by going to thephysicianphilosopher.com/workshop! https://www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/workshop

The landscape of medicine is changing and every doctor could benefit from non-medical income. If you ever thought about starting a business but you didn’t know, join Dr. Nneka Unachukwu and I on this week's episode of The Physician Philosopher podcast to learn how. PS - if you want to increase your financial literacy in order to get to financial independence faster, then make sure to sign up for the 2-Day Financial Freedom Workshop for Physicians that I’ll be running on June 14th and June 16th.   You can register for the event and download your Financial Freedom Toolkit PDF by going to https://mdfu.thephysicianphilosopher.com/webinar/ 

The purpose of emergency funds is to be separate, accessible, and available when you need.  But is an emergency fund really just a huge opportunity cost for most doctors? Join Dr.Lisha and I as we dive into everything you need to know on emergency funds. PS - if you want to increase your financial literacy in order to get to financial independence faster, then make sure to sign up for the 2-Day Financial Freedom Workshop for Physicians that I’ll be running on June 14th and June 16th.   You can register for the event and download your Financial Freedom Toolkit PDF by going to www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/workshop

Today I'm going to share 5 essential rules for a productive day. So, what happens when you try to rest?  Does your break feel productive or do you feel lazy?  Do you feel a constant need to be productive? After a successful and productive day, do you feel like you deserve your rest? A lot of us feel like we're never doing enough.  ➡️ Listen to Episode 80 to learn how to reframe rest and learn to live in the now. RESOURCES: The Gap and the Gain - https://amzn.to/3wsyAcN #physiciansphilosopherpodcast #jimmy #videopodcast #reframingrest

Unless you have been living under a financial rock, you have probably heard about investing in I Bonds. It seems to be all the rage right now, but is it really worth it? Today on the podcast we are going to give you everything you need to know about I Bonds (the pros, cons, how to know if I Bonds are right for you, and when you should get an I Bond).  If you are looking to learn more about your personal finance, Medical Degree Financial University (MDFU) is opening up in June and we would love to see you there! Go to https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/mdfu-founder to learn more and join the waitlist!

Get strong, build muscle, and lose fat while still maintaining your productivity! It takes only 30 minutes per day.  Learn more about living a healthy lifestyle in medicine with Dr. Jimmy Turner in this episode of The Physician Philosopher podcast.  Also check out whitecoattrainer.com and postpartumtrainer.com

Up to 80% of physicians have student loans, and it seems like the same percentage of physicians make very large mistakes when it comes to properly managing their student loans. In today’s episode of The Physician Philosopher podcast I am joined by Dr. Lisha Taylor - a family medicine physician, student loan slayer, and Do-It-Yourself personal finance guru, and we are diving into ways you can avoid accumulating five or six -figure student loans. MDFU is opening up soon!  So, if you want to make sure that you are one of the founding members of MDFU - join the MDFU waitlist. That will be the only way you can get all of the amazing content inside of MDFU for the founding member’s price, which we are only going to grant for the first 100 people who sign up.   To learn more, visit www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/MDFU-Founder  Dr. Lisa is giving away a free guide to help you manage the most important aspects of personal finance during residency. Click the link below to grab yours today: https://www.med.emory.edu/education/gme/housestaff/_documents/emoryresidentpersonalfinanceguide.final.pdf

“Discipline is doing what needs to be done, how it needs to be done, and when it needs to be done - even if you don’t feel like doing it.” Discipline is a Skill We Can Cultivate We have to recognize the truth. Discipline isn’t something many of us are born with, but even if you are naturally talented at the skill of being disciplined - your effort to hone this skill matters more than your natural talent. So, for those of you saying, “I’m not good at being disciplined.”  I’ve got news for you.  Me, too.  It turns out that very few of us are naturally skilled at discipline by nature.  Most of us have to learn how to be more disciplined and that's why In today’s episode of The Physician Philosopher Podcast will teach you how you can incorporate more discipline into your life.  P.S.-  If you want help working on your money and your mindset so that you can create the freedom to practice medicine on your terms, click here to schedule a consult call with one of our certified physician coaches!

Up to 60% of physicians struggle with imposter syndrome in the field of medicine. Myself included! One of the most popular methods to deal with this has been to fake it till you make it. This method tells us to put on the mask. And that - if we convince everyone else we are good enough - maybe we can convince ourselves, too. The problem, of course, is that this doesn’t work. You can’t outrun the internal work of figuring out who and what you are.  In today’s episode of The Physician Philosopher podcast we dive into a few tools you can use to defeat imposter syndrome.   If you are a physician who is burned out in medicine looking to learn how to create the personal and financial freedom you need to create a life you love, make sure to schedule a consult call with one of our physician coaches.

Are you mastering your schedule, or is it mastering you? One of the ways to prevent burnout as a physician is to create a healthy work-life balance. How can we find balance as physicians with all the daily responsibilities that we face? In today’s episode we’ll learn three ways to prioritize your time as a busy physician to create a healthy work-life balance that will allow you to fall back in love with medicine. If you are looking to create passive, non-clinical income to help you find financial freedom in medicine, but you don’t want to be a landlord, make sure to check out the Passive Real Estate Academy, which is run by Dr. Peter Kim over at Passive Income MD.  It is open for enrollment, but enrollment ends on April 17th.  Click here to learn more and enroll!

One of the ways that burned out doctors can reduce stress is to learn how to properly wield cash flow as a weapon to achieve their life goals.  This does not mean working more hours at the hospital. Actually, it is quite the opposite.  In today’s episode we’ll learn why cash flow truly is king, and how you can put up some guard-rails to maintain your psychology, and use money as a tool to reduce your burnout.  If you haven’t already joined the waitlist for Medical Degree Financial University (MDFU) - click here to learn more about MDFU!  MDFU will consist of weekly live-content in addition to pre-created courses to help you practice medicine because you want to and not because you have to!

Many doctors are trying to find happiness. Asking themselves, what is the purpose of life? Finding this answer begins with finding happiness within yourself. But many doctors have the “I'll be happy when” syndrome, or what I call an arrival fallacy. Listen today to learn how to stop waiting to be happy, find your true purpose, and even find happiness in medicine again.   And if you haven’t already joined the waitlist for Medical Degree Financial University (MDFU), click here to learn more about MDFU!

This show is not for the faint of heart. We discuss some very real topics in it including physician suicide, physician disability, and physician burnout.   Link: https://www.thelifecoachphysician.com 

This week, Dr. Fahd Ahmad from Rogue Dad MD joins me for a discussion about divorce, money, faith, and how those things interact with being a parent and physician.  When we give voice to our experiences and shame, it brings light and might resonate with someone else. We dive into how secondary trauma impacts physicians and the relevance of money.  If you want to learn more about Rogue Dad MD you can visit https://www.roguedadmd.com/ And here is his hilarious Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/roguedadmd

In this episode, the Prudent Plastic Surgeon and I discuss money and mindset. We dive into his burnout experience following his fellowship, how his mindset shifted when he established a financial plan, and his equation for reaching nearly $1 million in assets.   After all, money is a double-edged sword. It can be used as a weapon to bludgeon you into submission or to provide great freedom in your life.  If you want to learn more from Jordan about his 8 week course on how you can create financial freedom in your life, too, you can visit thephysicianphilosopher.com/graduate  Sign up for the Leverage and Growth Summit: thephysicianphilosopher.com/growth

In this week’s episode, Jimmy discusses how there are moments in life where we are forced to get really clear on what matters most to us. The natural process that most people go through when trying to gain clarity often complicates things. But what happens if you start with a clean slate and build up to your ideal situation?  If you’re interested in coaching, click here to schedule a consult: thephysicianphilosopher.com/consult

This week, we are discussing Money and Mindset.  It is important to be intentional with both money and mindset. When we are proactive instead of reactive, it allows us to get to our goals in a semi-automatic fashion. Also, when you learn to act in spite of the risk of fear and failure, that’s when you can unlock financial success. It is also when you can make the change you need to make at work.  Interested in coaching? Click here to schedule a consult with us: thephysicianphilosopher.com/consult 

What does healthcare have in common with communism? And why does this cause major problems and lead to more burnout and lower profit margins? Burnout in medicine is expensive. Each year it costs us billions of dollars. What if the healthcare industry can transition to a different model of care that centers people over profit?  When leaders learn to choose people first, the results are positive and endless. In this episode, I spend some time explaining a fundamental concept that will help physician leaders make a decision that not only reduces burnout but provides a return on their investment.

Have you ever wondered why you have a hard time sticking to your goals? Maybe you think it is willpower or motivation? Maybe you think you end up not having enough time to put in the work required?  What if I told you none of that is true? What if I told you that most people think these are the reasons they can’t reach their goals and these thoughts continue to put them on a path of “I can’t do this.”  What you will learn in today’s episode is the ONE thing you need to know to reach your goal. In fact, it doesn’t have to be hard. This one thing will make it easier and more fun. Let’s get started.

One of the pillars to physician freedom and finding balance in your life as a doctor is money. It’s no secret that financial freedom when coupled with mindset can help you build a life within medicine that you love. One that doesn’t take all of the time you have away from the things you love, but supports it.  So in this episode I am talking about personal finance, part-time work in medicine, and finding a work-life balance as a husband, father, physician, and entrepreneur with an Alpha Coaching Experience client, Daniel Shin. Learn how coaching played a part in helping him overcome burnout and allowed him to find work-life balance he needed.  Don’t forget the doors to the Alpha Coaching Experience are finally open, but will only be open until midnight on Thursday February 3rd.  Make sure to visit thephysicainphilosopher.com/ACE to get all the information.

Setting boundaries is the best way for doctors to increase the time and money they need to create their dream job in medicine. In order to reclaim your personal and professional autonomy, it requires doctors to set boundaries with your mindset, money, and time. But how do you set boundaries and keep them? What does this require? What is holding you back from setting boundaries in multiple areas of your life? In today’s episode I am going to dive into why the solution to a more balanced life as a doctor is setting boundaries and the one tool that can help you.  We will be diving deeper into this solution and tool in our upcoming free 2 day live event, The Rise of The Self Determined Physician on January 25th and 27th. Sign up here: thephysicianphilosopher.com/SDP

Sick and tired of being sick and tired, burned out, and morally injured, doc? We all know the medical system is built to foster moral injury and leads to the individual phenomenon of physician burnout. But, you don’t have to fall victim to the system and I can show you how to go from burned out to a Self-Determined Physician with the work-life balance you are desperately searching for. Listen to today’s episode to learn more.   And don’t forget the free upcoming live event (where you can land 2 CME credits), The Rise of The Self-Determined Physician. To register for your seat click here→ thephysicianphilosopher.com/rise

Each year when January rolls around, everyone focuses on where they are, where they want to be, and the distance between those two points.  It is usually at this time that many physicians make goals for the New Year.  But half way through the year, most have fallen off the path to reach their goals. So, what happens? Why don’t we tend to stick to the goals we set each year? Listen today to find out why this happens and what doctors can do to make sure that they actually meet their goals!    Don’t forget to join the waitlist to learn how to get FREE CME for two upcoming live classes. Sign up here to be notified when seats open up → thephysicianphilosopher.com/ACE

How many times have you been tired, but you’ve been told to put your head down and keep pushing? If you have ever pushed off self-care tasks that you know are important, you likely suffer from Someday Syndrome. Self-compassion does not come easily to many physicians, but it is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves, families, and patients. Listen to today’s episode to learn how you can start making self-care a priority in your life and why you need to start sooner rather than later.  To be the first to know when the Alpha Coaching Experience opens up next for enrollment, join the waitlist here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

Have you ever heard someone say, “I’ll sleep when I’m dead”?  Have you ever said that yourself? And the images of doctors being “good soldiers” who put their head down and get the work done, regardless of how bad things are.  If you are a hard-working physician, you know what I am talking about.  Rest feels counter-productive, and our culture in medicine teaches us the same. But this is a toxic notion and something that I am going to address today on this podcast. Join me in this episode, where we are going to talk about why it is so important for doctors to take a break. Are you a physician who is looking to get coaching of your own? Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience to be the first to hear when the doors open next: thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

Everything in life has trade offs. Unfortunately, most of us don’t realize that this is happening, and so these trade offs happen unintentionally.  We say “yes” to all sorts of things, and don’t realize that this means we are saying “no” to many others.   If you aren’t clear about what your priorities are, someone or something else will set them for you. Maybe it’s your job, your boss, or someone else in your life. If you haven’t mastered the art of saying no, then today’s episode is exactly what you need.  Are you a physician who is looking to get coaching of your own? Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience to be the first to hear when the doors open next: thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

Are there areas of your life where you think that you don’t have a choice? That there are not options? Is medicine one of those areas? Many doctors that join the Alpha Coaching Experience enter the program with hope, but not always a belief that there is a way to practice medicine on their own terms.  On today’s episode, understand why the idea that you don’t have a choice is just a story you have learned and how a 1967 study on German Shepherds proves this. Learn why things don't have to continue the way they are, and how you can start to change them.  Looking to get coaching of your own? Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience to be the first to hear when the doors open next: www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist 

There are many people out there who think that money is not only the root of all evil, but that it is a taboo topic that should not be discussed.  Particularly in medical education. But today I am going to call B.S. on this idea. Money is a great amplifier in our lives, but we need to understand a few important points to use it this way. Today I am going to share a couple of important views on money that will change your life.  So, join me today and learn why every doctor should be madly in love with money, why that’s not a bad thing, and how to create more of it. Are you a physician looking to get coaching of your own? Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience to be the first to hear when the doors open next: thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

In medicine we talk about the therapeutic index or therapeutic window for the drugs we prescribe. Every medication has both a potential benefit and potential risk.  The therapeutic index describes the safety of the drug.  The goal, of course, is to find the therapeutic window of a drug where we maximize efficacy while limiting side effects. In this podcast, I dive into the therapeutic window of coaching (yes, one exists). Because it is important to understand how coaching tools can be used to create great change or can be used to inflict pain on yourself. I want to talk about how to avoid the later and use these tools correctly. Are you a physician looking to get coaching of your own? Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience to be the first to hear when the doors open next: thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

Today I am going to take an unapologetic look into the current state of this country when it comes to vaccines, shaming, and American individualism. This episode I’m going to get real about this pandemic, what I think one of the major problems is that uniquely sets America up to be ravaged by this disease, and how we can fix it.  Spoiler, I do not think this is the patient’s fault. I do not think this is the fault of those that are not vaccinated. Listen to today's episode to learn how we can come together to truly end this pandemic.

Did you know that you have the power to create more time in your life? Time that allows you the work-life balance you are desperately seeking. Physicians often think there isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done (and this thought often is a key thought that leads to burn out). But today I am going to show you exactly how you can create more hours in your day so that you can have the life you want.  Just a reminder that this is the last time for the year that the Alpha Coaching Experience is open for enrollment.  So, if you want to learn how to master your money and your mindset so that you can finally practice medicine on your terms, make sure to check it out. Enrollment closes on Wednesday September 1st (9/1/21). Click here to learn more about ACE.

Mom (and Dad) guilt is a real thing that many parents experience. Inside of the Alpha Coaching Experience, we often coach physicians through this struggle of not feeling like a good spouse or parent because they are working so much in medicine. The feeling is often that you are being forced to choose between medicine and your family.  Understanding how to self-coach through situations and feelings like this is ultimately what can change not only how you feel, but the choices you are making. You have more control over every situation than you think. Listen to today’s episode and I will teach you exactly why you have control and how to use it.  And don’t forget that this week only we are offering a FREE LIVE masterclass called “How Doctors Can Stop Feeling Trapped in Medicine: 3 Tools to Help Physicians Finally Practice Medicine on Their Terms”. Pick a day that works best for you at thephysicianphilosopher.com/masterclass now. 

One of the most common questions that I get asked about physician coaching is, “How is coaching different from therapy?” And this is one of the most important questions to answer for doctors who feel trapped in medicine because Trapped Physicians often feel burned out and they want help but aren’t sure what help to get.  Today on the Physician Philosopher’s Podcast I will explain the difference so you can decide exactly what you need right now to help stop feeling trapped in medicine.  If you still want to learn more about coaching and what it can do for you, I encourage you to sign up for a FREE LIVE masterclass called “How Doctors Can Stop Feeling Trapped in Medicine: 3 Tools to Help Physicians Finally Practice Medicine on Their Terms.” During this live masterclass we will dive into what coaching is and how we help clients inside the Alpha Coaching Experience master their money and mindset so that they can practice medicine on their terms. Click here to sign up --> thephysicianphilosopher.com/masterclass

So many doctors and physicians would agree that the medical system is broken. The system has been built to accommodate so much paperwork and those that hold the money and doctors are at the mercy of it all. While I agree there are a lot of things that need to be fixed about the system, I have also seen first hand how doctors can overcome these systematic problems in medicine. Coaching just might be the cure doctors have been searching for. The answer you have been looking for. Listen to today’s episode to find out if you can finally cure your burnout.  And make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience so that you’ll be the first to get know when it opens back up (plus some exclusive offers only available to the waitlist)! Click here to join → www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist 

The number one thing people talk about when approaching death is the idea that they wish they had been unapologetic about who they are and what they wanted in life. So often as physicians we seek the validation of others rather than unapologetically seeking our own validation.  The current system of medicine doesn’t help either. This system quickly turns doctors into external validation junkies. Our entire self-worth can become attached to who and what other people think about us as physicians. But what if you knew your self-worth and made decisions from what is most important to you? This idea (and how you get there) is what we are going to dive into on today’s episode.  P.S.Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience so that you’ll be the first to know when it opens back up! Click here to join → www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist 

People often talk about the hamster wheel of life or, what I call, the achievement treadmill. Why do physicians run on the achievement treadmill even once they have achieved success? What does it mean to be content or to have enough? There is a beautiful place in life where we operate not out of anxiety. On today’s episode we are going to talk about the art of having enough. Hang on, because it might just change your life. Interested in coaching? Make sure to join the waitlist for the Alpha Coaching Experience so that you’ll be the first to know when it opens back up! Click here to join → www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

When you find yourself reaching for your phone when you are off the clock to check your email. Or drinking not because you are enjoying that IPA, but because you are avoiding something. Or when you begin to think about all the people that need you to respond to their text within minutes, you might be buffering.  Buffering is very common in our culture today, but it isn’t a way to live life that will help us feel like the person, parent, and physician we want to be. Listen to today’s episode to learn what Napolean taught us years ago and might just help you uncover the real reason you are buffering today.   Inside the Alpha Coaching Experience (ACE) we help physicians realize actions they are taking that are holding them back from whatever it is they want in life. Learn more at thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist.

With 30-40% of physicians being sued on average, this is a topic that needs to be discussed in terms of how we can help doctors mentally and emotionally handle the fear of a lawsuit. If you have ever been in this situation or if you are living in fear that you someday will be, this episode is for you.  Join me today as I walk you through how you can beat the fear of a lawsuit so that this one idea that maybe has happened to you, or the fear that it may happen in the future, not impact how you practice medicine and live life.  This is a topic we coach on a lot inside the Alpha Coaching Experience (ACE) so that physicians don’t have to be stuck in fear. If you are interested in learning more about ACE you can do that at thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist.  

Most of us have this thought wired into our brains that we have to work hard all the time or we are not going to be successful or enough. But what if the answer to being both successful and enough wasn’t found is how much time we spend on work. What if the answer actually was found in taking time away from work? In today’s episode of The Physician Philosopher, we dive into the idea that when your to-do list is piling up and you aren’t exactly sure what the next step ought to be, maybe it is time for you to step back and take a break.    Learning how to do this isn’t always easy. That’s what we can help with inside ACE. Join us when the next enrollment opens by signing up for  the interest list of the Alpha Coaching Experience at https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

Ultimately, you have two choices when faced with circumstances that we see as unfair or unjust. You can choose to be miserable or you can choose to take control of the situation. You have the power to choose your response, what you do in those tough situations.  In today’s episode learn how you can take the power back during any situation. Big or small. Listen today to find out.  And if you want to learn how to always harness the power you have to enjoy medicine again, get on the interest list for our next enrollment of the Alpha Coaching Experience at https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist 

You are most likely here because you are a Physician who feels trapped in medicine or you are just doing “okay,” but things could be better. Life probably isn’t exactly where you want it to be.  This is where my journey started and the road hasn’t always been an easy one. In today’s episode, learn how I overcame obstacles and negativity to finally have freedom within medicine. And find out the number one thing you can always control to determine what your next step might be on your journey. 

In coaching we spend time diving into what thoughts you are having and how these are driving those feelings. Why? Because your feelings determine everything you do in life. When you construct thoughts that create negative feelings you limit yourself.  In today’s episode you will learn the secret to falling back in love with medicine and how your mindset can lead you to the balanced life you are looking for.  If you are a doctor looking to find the financial freedom you need to practice medicine however you want, make sure you sign up before the clock strikes midnight Pacific Time tonight, June 14th.  In the Alpha Coaching Experience we teach physicians how to master The 3 Pillars to Physician Freedom, including how to master their money and mindset so that they can design their ideal life. To enroll go to www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha 

While many physicians can relate to, “The Physician First Mentality,” it is not always obvious how to actually do this. So today you will learn high-level steps you can take to begin to put yourself first. What shifts you need to make and how to begin to empower yourself. Today is the day that the Alpha Coaching Experience (ACE) opens its doors for only one week! ACE is our premier coaching program that teaches doctors who feel trapped in medicine how to find the financial freedom they need to practice medicine however they want.  This is your chance to start creating the change you want to see in your life so you can have the freedom to practice medicine because you want to. Sign up here → http://thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha

The purpose of money is to be able to live your life however you want. However, some people build narratives about money that force them to keep working instead of enjoying their life. These narratives can greatly impact our ability to make great financial decisions, and today we’re going to discuss the common mistakes I see other physicians make.  Make sure to sign up for the 3 Pillars to Physician Freedom Masterclass where you can learn to take a deeper dive into how Physicians can practice because they want to and not because they have to. Sign up for the free masterclass at thephysicianphilosopher.com/ThreePillars

If the world ended tomorrow, would you be able to look back and feel happy that you worked extra shifts instead of being with family? If you're not careful, you can easily go through life in auto-pilot working as hard as possible, but never making time for what is important. You can get clarity on what is important in your life by focusing on death, and asking: What do I want to be written on my tombstone?   Make sure to sign up for the 3 Pillars to Physician Freedom Masterclass where you can learn to take a deeper dive into how Physicians can practice because they want to and not because they have to. Sign up for the free webinar at thephysicianphilosopher.com/ThreePillars

Many doctors know that they need to make a change, but they just don’t feel like they can afford to make the tough decision. What if you already had everything you needed to make that tough decision?  Stop feeling trapped in your situation.  This episode will walk you through how to stop feeling trapped and helpless, and to rediscover the power that you need to live the life you deserve. Interested in coaching?  Make sure to add your name to the Alpha Coaching Experience waitlist to get an exclusive discount when the doors open next: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha

People reach out all the time asking me to weigh in on whether they should change jobs, should they start an online business, or even wanting to know if they should invest or pay down debt. The truth is, most people feel that when making a major decision that there is always a right and a wrong decision. However, the true "wrong" choice is letting a decision keep you from taking action.  The best way to get unstuck, I've found is through coaching. If you need help getting out of your own way, then the Alpha Coaching Experience will be opening soon. Sign up for the waitlist to make sure you get the chance to register at thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist.

Why do you want financial independence so quickly? Many doctors think that by working extra shifts or by seeing more patients they will get to their financial freedom sooner. But working more does not mean working smart. We can’t place our happiness in a future that may never arrive, and to do that we need to slow down.    If you're ready to learn about how you can find financial freedom, I'll be hosting a live (and sales pitch free) Financial Freedom Bootcamp on May 10th & 11th. If you want to join, sign up at www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/bootcamp

Based on your current experience in the medical field, would you want your kids or future kids going into medicine? Just because we had to go through hardship in our career path doesn't mean the next generation has to. It's time we started thinking about the impact we're leaving for the future generations of medical practitioners.  The key to leaving a positive impact for future generations is by empowering the doctors today to have the financial freedom they need to practice medicine however they want. If you're ready to learn about how you can find that financial freedom, I'll be hosting a free Financial Freedom Bootcamp on May 10th & 11th. If you want to join, sign up at www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/bootcamp

As doctors the mantra, 'the patient comes first,' is a belief instilled in all of us to make sure the patient is given the best care. Unfortunately, this mentality keeps hospitals from taking care of another important group of people: physicians. I'm here to tell you that this way of thinking is backward and if we take care of doctors first, then everyone benefits.

If you're a doctor who feels like a cog in the wheel, or just a number on a clipboard, then maybe you need to break out to practice medicine on your terms. Unfortunately, you may be saddled with debt or can't give up your salary and maintain your lifestyle. Not to worry. There is a way out of this trap. Today I'm here to tell you why every single physician can benefit from non-clinical income create the freedom they need to practice medicine however they want (if they want).  P.s. check out our newly redesigned site→ www.thephysicianphilosopher.com 

Just because medicine has done things a certain way does not mean that this is the way it has to be. If you’re like me, and am tired of apologizing for pointing out the broken parts of our medical system, then I want to assure you that you’re not alone. I refuse to accept that medicine has to continue pushing doctors into burnout or even to suicide, and I want you to join me to find a new way of thinking to change the status quo.

Last week, we talked about how your mindset is key to master before you obtain the work/life balance you deserve. Now it's time to talk about how money, the second pillar, is the fuel for the other pillars and how this helps drive you to your goals. Whether you're just graduating or have been working for many years, this episode will help you shift how you look at money and possibly whether you consider becoming an entrepreneur along the way.

I know too many doctors that feel like they work themselves to burnout to get to where they are, but are still bound to forces outside their control. If this sentiment resonates with you, then fear not! In this 2-part episode, I'm going to explain my 3 pillars to freedom and the process you need to complete them to find your Work-Life Balance.

I talk a lot on this show about becoming a coach, and try to provide as much advice as possible to get you in the right mindset and give you the proper tools to succeed. However, it can be just as helpful hearing about someone else's experience to help realize your dreams are possible. That's why I have a special guest on today's episode. Dr. Lil Surprenant is a fantastic coach from the Alpha Coaching Experience and is here to share her experience shifting from working as a full time hospitalist to working as a coach.

The more work you do, the more money you earn, right? That's how we're taught to think, and also why a lot of doctors work themselves into burn out.  Flipping this script is also why physician entrepreneurs find freedom. The thing is, money and time are not intrinsically linked. Being productive doesn't always mean earning more money and there are so many ways to increase your income while working fewer hours.  If you're ready to take control back with your time and your schedule, then it's time to figure out how to work smarter not harder.

There is always one more task business owners can try and get done in a day, but this one task always becomes a never ending to-do list.  The truth is, if you’re always focusing on the “What” of your business, you’ll never get caught up on that list. That’s why shifting your focus from your “What” to your “Why” can help you make time for the important things in your life, like family.  Today, I share some of the struggles I’ve experienced with the Arrival Fallacy in my business, and always say “Hell Yes” to my family.

Does this sound familiar to you? You finish your medical training thinking your burnout and overwhelm will disappear once you are an attending physician and have a salary. It rarely works out that way does it? When we hit burnout, many of us start asking what are our options to leave medicine. With so many possibilities, it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start, or who to get advice from. By the end of this episode, you'll learn how business and life coaching can help busy physicians, and then you'll know you're next steps, too. If you are a physician looking to find work-life balance and freedom as a partner, parent, and physician; or you are looking to build financial freedom through a non-clinical physician side gig, make sure to check out the Alpha Coaching Experience at https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha . Spring Enrollment ends 2/22 at midnight!

Financial freedom can be obtained by saving enough to retire, producing enough income to support your lifestyle, or a hybrid of both. Only 4 years out I’m financially free from medicine, and practice medicine now because I want to and not because I have to. For some people though, this financial independence may seem forever out of reach. We all want the autonomy to do what makes us happy in our lives, but for many doctors they may be tied to financial restrictions that take the joy out of their work.  If you resonate with what I just said, then maybe it's time to create a non-clinical source of income, and I'm not talking about "jobby" (Job+Hobby). Today I break down my top 5 keys to help you create non-clinical income, and start earning your financial freedom, too.  If you are interested in coaching on how to start your Online Physician Side Gig, the Alpha Coaching Experience is officially on sale from 2/13 until 2/22.  Included is 12 weeks of both life coaching and business coaching.  Whether you are a busy doctor looking to deal with burnout and overwhelm or building the online business of your dreams, you can enroll at https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha . Spring Enrollment ends 2/22 at midnight!

Quite often, we get mad at others for reasons that are out of their control. In our minds the problem is that they didn’t meet our expectations. However, the source of the frustration isn't the reality of things happening or not. It's actually that reality doesn't match up with our expectations. This can cause unhealthy relationships both at work and with your family.  Today we are going to discuss how harmful conditional love sets you up for disappointment with your co-workers and family. Instead, I want you to choose to love unconditionally and appreciate the people in your life. Also, if you want to learn more about how to control your feelings in and outside of your job, I am hosting a webinar titled Physician Burnout: 3 Essential Concepts to Finding Freedom on 4 upcoming dates starting February 16. Seats are limited to sign up now! If you can’t make it we will send you the replay. Sign up today: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/Webinar

Our past experiences with money may have determined what we think about money now but doesn't need to impact how we think about it later.  As someone who is fascinated by the psychology of money, I can understand why many doctors I talk to have a scarcity mindset when it comes to money. However, I also know that this mindset negatively impacts income and causes people to continue working more and as they try to grow their income.  If you feel like you can't earn any more money, I'm going to help you break out of this negative mindset. Let's talk about two of the most common limiting beliefs I see doctors have about making money and get you to think about the abundance of your value. Also, I am hosting a webinar titled Physician Burnout: 3 Essential Concepts to Finding Freedom on 4 upcoming dates starting February 16. Seats are limited to sign up now! If you can’t make it we will send you the replay. Sign up today: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/Webinar

It’s Nice to know that Wilt Chamberlain and I have at least one thing in common: we both got over our need to please people. I used to feel responsible for other people's feelings. It's taken so long for me to realize being authentic to who I am means saying no, no matter how disappointed someone else is.  That's why I want to share with you these 4 reasons you should stop being a people pleaser so that you can live your life. It's not possible for us to please everyone all the time, so why do we say yes to everything, even when deep down we don't want to?  Also, Don’t miss out on The Alpha Coaching Experience - our premier coaching program meant specifically to help doctors find balance and create the life you want and deserve. Join the waitlist here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence of your identity.” Our human brains are so interesting. So when it comes to our routines, it’s easy to fall back into them after wanting to enact change. You work on making intentional choices. You may even make a resolution. You try not to give into your urges but then… BAM! All that good work seems to go to waste.  Here’s the thing, though… your efforts aren’t wasted at all.  Choose to be curious about the decision to fall back rather than shame yourself. Choose to treat yourself with the same dignity and respect you would for someone else.  Learn how not to beat yourself up. Here are a few pieces of information that could be a deal maker for creating sustainable change when it comes to habit formation.  Also, Don’t miss out on The Alpha Coaching Experience - our premier coaching program meant specifically to help doctors find balance and create the life you want and deserve. Join the waitlist here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist 

When you say yes to one thing, you’re saying no to another. Are you making the right decision when choosing between the two? [emoji shrug goes here]  Life as a doctor can constantly feel busy. You’ve got not only your work caring for patients, but you’ve got family, you’ve got side interests, your businesses, and a long to-do list for pretty much every hat you wear.  I unapologetically sympathize with you. That’s why the Hell Yes Policy means what it means for me to pass along to you. This concept has helped me get through some tough times. Let it help you get through too.  You don’t have to wait to join The Alpha Coaching Experience. Signup here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/waitlist

What if you make 2021 a year where you actually accomplish your goals and stick to a new you? That’d be nice, right? Turns out you really can but… queue drum roll... there is a systemic approach to doing it.  When it comes to habit formation, I always like talking about the concepts of System 1 and System 2 from Amos Tversky and Daniel Khaneman. You can read more about this in Khaneman’s book, which details their work called Thinking, Fast and Slow. The fundamentals include assessment, interpretation, and intentionality. At least that’s how I talk about it in this show. Through personal experiences, I share how my habits have brought me to a place of unexamined opportunity. I’m not perfect but I was able to rewire my brain. I give you several practical tips for you to do the same. Sign up > > One of my greatest joys is helping you, coaching you, and supporting you. So, I’m constantly looking for ways to do that including in my email. Join and subscribe here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/every-episode 

My faith was the reason for getting into coaching in the first place. But admitting my religious beliefs publicly usually does two things-- brings people closer or pushes them away. This episode is about having conversations with people who are different from us. It’s about removing the stigma, it’s about meeting people where they are, and it’s about loving our differences while we help each other be better people. Getting o’vr our differences in faith and belief helps us show up for others (and ourselves) in a way that doesn’t discriminate. When we remove the judgmental lenses we’re sometimes nurtured to have, we impact more, love fruitfully, and, at the end of the day, are better human beings.  Are you currently facing your own mirror while meeting others where they are? Please let me know. I’d love to read your thoughts. Email me at [email protected] 

Online trolls. Gotta love them. Or, hate them. Whatever. As a blogger, I’ve experienced a lot of online hate. One post in particular brought some haters out into the light, but as someone who really cares a lot about the things they were chastising me on, it really hurt. I have a newfound appreciation for criticism and I want to share it with you as you get into the online space.  If you’re doing something worthwhile and you’re piquing enough interest that someone talks about you in a negative light, the best way to get around it is to … learn how to deal with it. I’ve got a few solutions for you to follow.  TL;DL (too long; didn’t listen) = Haters gonna hate. Don’t feed the trolls.  This podcast is only a fraction of what I have going on at The Physician Philosopher. If you haven’t yet, check out the blog at www.thephysicianphilosopher.com.  Have a question for the show? Let me know! Go to https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/  Texting better? Stay in touch via text. Text TPP to 66866 

“At the end of the road, we’ll all be happy.” That’s the mindset I’m falling into these days and I think it’s helped my wife and I find that pursuing FIRE is worthwhile. But, that’s not the case for a lot of doctors. The reality of our roles as physicians is that finality is ever-present. We see it in the emergency room. We see it with deceased family members. We even see it with our goals. Since everything in our lives is driven by our feelings, we might be getting in our own way to financial independence. There is a very reasonable road that you can save enough for tomorrow and have enough today. Listen as I dig into what this means. Who knows, maybe you’ll do some soul searching while you’re at it.  This podcast is only a fraction of what I have going on at The Physician Philosopher. If you haven’t yet, check out the blog at www.thephysicianphilosopher.com.  Have a question for the show? Let me know! Go to https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/ Texting better? Stay in touch via text. Text TPP to 66866

There’s a fundamental thought that our brain is powerful. When we have few facts and have perceptions without them, we tend to create stories that, in effect, hurt us. Get your thought work done and start creating new ones that serve you best. But, this takes very intentional work in mind and in body. I share a few things in this show on how to do the tough thought work so that you can change your circumstances, especially while changing jobs. Instead of hearing just me on the show, I’d love to share some space with you. Do you have a question for me that I can answer on the podcast? Please let me know by leaving a voicemail here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/

Maybe you feel like you can help people beyond medicine. Maybe you have a creative outlet you’ve yet to dive into. Maybe you just want more freedom! You can always make more money but you can’t always have more time-- whether that be with your jobby or your side hustle. What it took me a long time to understand, I help you realize now about how not to trade money for time by building non-clinical income. Starting with the end in sight first and working yourself backwards is one of the best attempts you can make to improve your life. Are you ready to get your time back and create space in your life for freedom? Please say, yes! You deserve this kind of life. Good friends and fellow physicians, Drs. Leti and Kenji of Semi-Retired MD are opening their Zero to Freedom Through Cashflowing Rentals online course in December. Be in the loop when that happens by joining their waitlist here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/realestate 

Perhaps you're one of many who find themselves over-analyzing the stories you create by not having all the facts. It happens. It happens to the best of us. How do you get around that our brains are powerful story tellers? The Doctrine of Charity is something I've taught to my students and practice myself. See how it can help you.  Do you have a question? Can I feature it and my response on air? Go here and record it: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/ I can't wait to support you!

For those that are burned out, morally injured, or otherwise overwhelmed -  the answer seems to be to leave medicine, go part-time, and create non-clinical income streams.  Why? Because we think those changes will make us happy. Or content. Or satisfied. Or fulfilled.  BUT… If we don’t figure out why we are unhappy FIRST, and we change our circumstances, then we have a VERY HIGH chance of being unhappy after we make the change. Have a topic in mind for a future show? We’d love to hear it! Go to https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/ 

When you fail, the easiest thing to do would be to give up. It’s too hard to keep going. It’s too hard to face reality. It’s too hard to pick up and pivot. But, is it really? Failure is a natural thing. It teaches us lessons that we otherwise would take for granted. This episode helps you acknowledge the importance of flipping the script on failure when it counts the most. If you have questions about coaching or about something you heard in a past episode, I’d love to hear from you and answer it on a future show. Go here to share:  https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/

Truth bomb... The feelings you have about work isn’t up to your spouse, your boss, the C-suite, or anyone else. Those feelings are 100% on you. So, if you’re overwhelmed and burned out right now, maybe you should ask yourself this: why is that? In this episode, I share one of the biggest misguided fails of doctors when it comes to the way we think about our circumstances, the past, and how we react to both. Don’t miss this one. Fall enrollment for The Alpha Group Coaching Experience ends tonight, 11/2, at midnight! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to tap into your best life. Sign up now here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha.

There’s an interesting dynamic happening in the physician coaching space and it leans more towards women -- which is a great thing. As a dude, I think there is so much to gain as a man who finds a coach and values it. Dr. Junaid Niazi helps me explain why it’s important for men, among women, to get out of the burnout, shed the locus of control, face the side effects of a broken healthcare system, and expose themselves to the type of life they can have residing in their dreams. Join us as we address how everything is (and has always been) coachable. The fall launch for the Alpha Group Coaching Experience is closing soon (11/2), be sure to secure your spot here: https://www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha

Buffers like alcohol reduce your ability to show up the way you want to with your family, at the hospital, and in life in general. It often takes mind work to avoid reaching for your favorite drink but what does that really look like and why?  In this episode, I talk about a personal experience of choosing and then NOT choosing alcohol because of specific life events and the mental systems that help support/enable healthy change.  Do you need help thinking through how to take the edge off without the use of buffers? I’d love to work with you. By now, you’ve heard of the Alpha Group Group Coaching Experience. Get on the waitlist to join me and other physicians who want to start taking more action toward a better, healthier life now: www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha-waitlist

Keeping up with the pace of life, work, and family sometimes means getting our priorities a little jumbled. We multitask to try to get everything in and everyone paid attention to. What we’re actually doing is creating a dynamic of overwhelm. Let’s stop for a moment and reflect on what we can do to make our lives better and our minds focused on what really matters.  In this episode, I mentioned A Priori Planning and how it’s helped me streamline my life and my energy. If you want to learn more about that OR are ready to take the next step with coaching, get on the waitlist for The Alpha Coaching Group Experience here:  thephysicianphilosopher.com/alpha-waitlist

To bring physicians together so we all become better partners, parents, and physicians, I created the Alpha Group Coaching Experience. In this show, I introduce you to someone who has not only made me a better person, but will be one of our Alpha Group Coaches in the Fall…. Dr. Dan Presutti! If you’re interested in learning more about what the Alpha Group Coaching is all about, start by starting the show. :) Have a question for our coaches? Please let us know so we can address it on the show… Go here: https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/tpp-podcast/ 

Waiting to live the life you want someday in the future when x, y, or z happens is a sure fire way to never be content or happy in life. Once you achieve your goal, that mountain-top experience will fade. This is why the arrival fallacy is important to acknowledge now. Love the show? Heck, want to work with me? See how we can here! www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching

I’ve never wanted to frugal my way to living someday. I’ve always wanted to have my cake by saving and preparing for tomorrow while I eat my cake too.  My goal going forward is to live closer and closer to my version of an ideal life every day moving forward. Multiple income streams have provided all the freedom I could ever need. I'm going to share how The Thought Model can help you find the same. One on coaching with me sound great? I'd be honored to work with you. Reach me at www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching

We are told that we should be happy all of the time and that we should avoid anything that doesn't make us happy. What we choose to use to avoid that negative feeling is called a buffer and it's a big problem. Here’s what you should do about it. So many more good things about this episode here: www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching

Doctors hate failure. We hate it. Right? We've gotten to where we are by being highly successful people and so the idea that we could fail at something is one of the greatest fears in our lives. This need to change. Get ready for how you can. Read more: www.thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching

While unknowingly having Graves Disease slowly chipped away at my sanity, a critical realization came about... and it totally saved my life. It might even save yours. Learn more at https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching

Hey, I finally did it. I'm here with my own show doing what I enjoy most... helping others see their potential to achieve true happiness in their lives. Because let's be honest, life is tough. It throws us curveballs. It's thrown its fair share at me a few times over. But that's why this podcast exists. The Physician Philosopher Podcast was created to give us all an unapologetic and uncurated look into physician lives. It's on this journey that we learn how, when, and why to create the lives we deserve.  While I'm busy creating more content for you to enjoy, please take a moment to subscribe to the show. I'd really appreciate it. Learn more at https://thephysicianphilosopher.com/coaching