Shame thrives in silence, especially in medicine. In this episode, we’ll explore how perfectionism and secrecy quietly fuel burnout and emotional exhaustion. You'll hear practical tools for self-compassion, courage, and connection. If you've ever felt pressure to hold it all together alone, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways To Listen For

• How shame shows up in medicine and what makes it so harmful
• When professionalism becomes perfectionism and leads to hiding
• The double burden and cultural pressures facing women physicians
• Five practical ways to recognize and work through shame
• The antidote to shame: courage and compassion

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Physicians are trained to care for others, but often struggle to care for themselves. In this episode, Dr. Chrissie Ott shares how pursuing joy can help shift the culture of medicine and reduce burnout. Listen in to discover why joy and a little job polyamory might be exactly what you need right now.

Key Takeaways To Listen For

• What “solving for joy” really means for physicians
• Common blocks to joy in medicine, including cognitive distortions
• The importance of in-person connection and retreat-style learning
• The “Four Vs” framework to realign with personal values and mission
• Coaching as a complement to therapy and psychiatry for total well-being

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• 132. Breaking The Silence: The Truth About Suicide In The Medical Field

About Chrissie Ott MD, FAAP, PCC
Dr. Chrissie is a dual board-certified internist and pediatrician with additional training in integrative medicine. She serves as medical director of a long-term care facility for medically complex children and young adults in Portland, OR. With a background in medicine, wellness, and the arts, she helps physicians and creatives reconnect with joy and purpose.

Connect with Dr. Chrissie

• Website: Chrissiett MD
• LinkedIn: Chrissie Ott, MD, FAAP, PCC
• Facebook: Chrissie Ott
• Instagram: @chrissieottmd
• Podcast: Solving For Joy

Join us November 6- 8 at Civana Wellness Resort & Spa in Carefree, Arizona, for the 2025 Physician Coaching Summit, a powerful gathering focused on connection, growth, and bringing more joy to medicine. Learn more and register at Physician Coaching Summit

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Anxiety isn’t always obvious. It can show up as perfectionism, over-functioning, or feeling like you can’t slow down. In this episode, we will break down what anxiety really looks like for women in medicine and share practical ways to reset your nervous system. Listen in for small, supportive steps that can make a big difference.

Key Takeaways To Listen For

• What anxiety really is and why it’s so common today
• Why women in medicine are especially vulnerable to chronic anxiety
• Practical tools to calm the nervous system when you're overwhelmed
• How to build support systems and rituals that help you feel safe
• A personal story from Joanne on self-compassion during transition

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• 62. End Sleepless Nights with These Expert Strategies for Better Rest with Diane Luzny
• 133. Physician Suicide, Stigma & Hope in Healthcare: Corey Feist Speaks Out
• 134. Holding Pressure on the Wound: Dr. Stefanie Simmons on a New Way to Treat Physician Burnout
  

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Do you want to hear more from the ladies of the Create Meaning In Medicine podcast? Discover more empowering content when you go to https://www.createmeaninginmedicine.com!

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