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Doctor Against Sky

The five-minute stress buster

October 21, 2015 at 10:33 0 comments

Got five minutes? That’s all it takes to short-circuit your stress, at least for a while, says Peter Moskowitz, MD, executive director, Center for Professional and Personal Renewal, Palo Alto, Calif. He recommends developing a tool box of quick stress relievers. Then when you’re feeling stressed, take a five-minute timeRead More

Four tips for creating a less stressful day

Four tips for creating a less stressful day

October 19, 2015 at 22:47 1 comment

One stressed-out physician told Deb Wood, PhD, that she began to close her office door “because people were bothering me.” While that might be a great way to find some peace and quiet, if you’re used to an open door policy at work, closing it can start up the rumorRead More

Handling a family crisis

Handling a family crisis

October 15, 2015 at 20:58 0 comments

Q: I’m having a family crisis and it’s causing me huge stress. How should I handle this at work? A: Don’t abandon work without explanation or a coverage plan. Discuss the situation immediately with your partners or work supervisor and work out a plan to cover clinical responsibilities while youRead More

The challenge for more experienced physicians

The challenge for more experienced physicians

October 14, 2015 at 08:54 0 comments

Q: I’m an older physician. Is it my imagination, or is it tougher for me to find work-life balance than younger physicians? A: Yes, it is more difficult for you. For more seasoned physicians like you, your careers were your lives. As a group, you’re more used to working 60Read More

Help! Everyone’s trying to talk to me

Help! Everyone’s trying to talk to me

October 10, 2015 at 09:00 0 comments

Q: I’m overwhelmed by communication. The phone is always ringing, and everyone is always interrupting me. It’s stressful! How can I handle this better? A: What you’re describing is the struggle of constant availability. I got rid of my pager and my iPhone is generally on do not disturb. PeopleRead More

Parents talking to teens

Finding the words: How to tell your family you’re stressed

September 29, 2015 at 15:07 0 comments

Q: How do I talk to my family about how stressed I am? A: Make sure the phones are off. Start by stating, “I want to talk about what’s happening to me. I need to share something with you right now. I’m really feeling stressed.” Use “I” statements like, “IRead More

HELP!!!

Finding it hard to ask for help?

September 29, 2015 at 15:06 0 comments

Q: I know I could use some help dealing with stress, but I feel embarrassed to admit it. What’s holding me back? A: Doctors feel they must be self-reliant, unemotional when treating patients or in front of colleagues, and not admit they don’t know something. These characteristics are drilled intoRead More

Facing the music: Why you might be unhappy

Facing the music: Why you might be unhappy

September 29, 2015 at 14:57 0 comments

Q: Why am I so miserable in my job? I’ve worked on work-life balance issues, but I can’t seem to find a way to a better place. A: This could be a poor job fit. Your job may not suit your personality or value set. It might have been aRead More

Psychological counsel

Feeling burned out and looking for help?

September 28, 2015 at 13:51 0 comments

If you’re feeling burned out, find a career or life coach or consider accessing an employee assistance program (EAP) or employee wellness program, if available, says Peter Moskowitz, MD, career and life coach for physicians and executive director, Center for Professional and Personal Renewal, Palo Alto, Calif. While you canRead More

The two real reasons you’re stressed

The two real reasons you’re stressed

September 27, 2015 at 12:57 0 comments

That annoying traffic jam isn’t causing your stress (though it isn’t making it any better). The real reasons behind your stress go much deeper. According to Peter Moskowitz, MD, executive director, Center for Professional and Personal Renewal, Palo Alto, Calif., the top stressors for physicians are lack of control inRead More