Category: Health & Wellness

Addressing Burnout in Healthcare: A Leadership Perspective For the first time since 2020, physician burnout has dropped below 50%.  According to a recent study by the American Medical Association (AMA), 48% of physicians surveyed by the AMA, reported feeling burned out.  Despite the improvement, burnout among healthcare professionals continues to be at critical levels. Based…

Understanding the Stress-Inflammation Connection: Navigating the Hazards of Silent Inflammation The term burnout may be overused, but burnout in the workplace is still prevalent. According to a 2023 study, burnout in the business sector was described as a silent epidemic that very few are prepared for.  Research showed that a whopping 62% of employees reported…

Celebrating National Wellness Month: The Vital Importance of Self-Care August is National Wellness Month, a perfect time to focus on enhancing our health and well-being. In our fast-paced, stressful lives, it’s essential to prioritize self-care. Self-care is a set of deliberate and proactive actions that individuals take to promote their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. …

In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of work-life balance is often heralded as the key to a fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle. However, upon closer examination, it becomes apparent that this widely accepted notion is nothing more than a myth—a deceptive ideal perpetuated by societal norms and expectations. The very concept of balance implies a static…

Identifying a Toxic Work Environment No matter how much you are making, your peace of mind should always come first. In an ideal world, you would look forward to going to work, but the reality is often not so rosy. Sometimes, things can turn sour, and the negativity around you can reach a point where…

Prioritizing Mental Health While Looking for a Job: Tips and Strategies Searching for a job is a full-time job and can be incredibly stressful and time consuming. The pressure to find the right opportunity, the uncertainty of the market, and the repetitive cycle of applications and interviews can take a toll on mental health. It’s…

In today’s social media society, there’s pressure to always be happy, successful, and put together, after all, there’s an image to uphold.   Consider all the times we tell others we’re “fine”.   The checker at the grocery store “How are you doing today?” “Fine, thanks.”   The barista at the local Starbucks “How’s your…

Since screens dominate much of our lives and distractions abound, the call of the wild presents a much-needed escape. Nature, with its unspoiled landscapes and tranquil beauty, beckons us to reconnect and rediscover its healing presence. This exploration emphasizes the profound connection between humans and nature, showcasing how venturing into the great outdoors not only…

In my last article about identifying perfectionism in children and teens, I shared how they are increasingly exposed to societal pressures and unrealistic standards perpetuated by social media. The improbable perfect lives displayed has created an epidemic of anxiety, depression, self-doubt and worse.  The statistics are sad and frightening. Yet, for those of us who grew…