140. How To Hold Joy And Sorrow At The Same Time

It's possible to feel both joy and distress at once, but it takes practice. This episode explores how physicians can hold space for mixed emotions without shutting down. With support and the right tools, we can stay grounded through the messy middle. Tune in to learn how emotional balance builds real strength.

Key Takeaways To Listen For

• How to make space for both anxiety and joy without minimizing either
• The high pain tolerance of women physicians and why it can be dangerous
• How the community creates collective healing and problem-solving
• Mindset shifts and somatic tools for managing distress in real time
• How to build the skill of emotional balance through practice

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• 132. Breaking The Silence: The Truth About Suicide In The Medical Field
• 133. Physician Suicide, Stigma & Hope in Healthcare: Corey Feist Speaks Out
  

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