Real Medicine (Aired 9-18-25) Embracing Change and Turning Setbacks Into Strength

On this episode of Real Medicine, Real Lives, Dr. Yassir Sonbol speaks with global biotech leader Wendy Carroll about the power of embracing change and reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth. From overcoming fear to finding resilience after career shifts, Wendy shares practical strategies and inspiring stories to help viewers turn life’s challenges into stepping stones for transformation.

Chapters

• (00:00:01) - Real Medicine: Real Lives with Wendy Carroll
• (00:01:09) - Why People Resist Change
• (00:03:24) - Six tips for making a big change
• (00:04:27) - Decisions about making a change or sticking to a plan
• (00:07:38) - How to Turn Fear and Anxiety Into a Positive Force
• (00:11:56) - Real Medicine, Real Lives
• (00:13:08) - Why Do People Always See Failure as a Failure?
• (00:14:14) - In the Elevator With Amy
• (00:16:30) - How to Reframe Failure as a Fuel for Growth
• (00:19:11) - How to Bounce Back After a Breakdown
• (00:21:56) - How to Build Resilience in Life
• (00:24:52) - Leading with the Heart
• (00:25:23) - Return to Medicine: Leadership that Inspires
• (00:25:52) - Lead With Empathy
• (00:32:30) - Leadership and the Work-Life Balance
• (00:35:42) - Real Medicine Real Lives
• (00:36:46) - How to find balance in your life
• (00:44:52) - How to Balance Work and Life
• (00:47:11) - Dr. Yasser Sambal on Real Lives