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Stop Working Yourself to Death: A New Path Beyond Burnout with Scott Anderson
Manage episode 498345371 series 2927574
Burnout recovery expert Scott Anderson shares counterintuitive approaches to overcome physician burnout and find a sustainable path to high achievement without sacrificing wellbeing.
• Burnout involves oscillating between hypervigilance and avoidance, similar to patterns seen in PTSD
• Traditional approaches like vacations and sabbaticals often worsen burnout rather than resolving it
• The R&R technique offers a simple 5-second practice to interrupt stress cycles by noticing physical sensations
• Most burned-out professionals spend 80% of their time on activities that generate only 20% of their value
• Complete disengagement—even for just minutes at a time—is essential for burnout recovery
• Community support helps combat the isolation that often accompanies burnout
• Life beyond burnout can lead to greater achievement with less strain and more fulfillment
• Recovery doesn't require abandoning medicine but rather recalibrating one's relationship to work
For a free burnout assessment and personalized interventions, visit fastfixcall.com. You can also find Scott's book "You're Not Toast" and more resources at burnoutbreakthrough.com.
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Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.
Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books
Let's connect for speaking opportunities!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker
Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician:
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads
Battle of the Boxes
21 Day Self Focus Journal
Chapters
1. Introduction to Burnout Recovery (00:00:00)
2. Understanding Burnout Mechanisms (00:03:14)
3. The R&R Technique Explained (00:06:42)
4. From Hypervigilance to Intentionality (00:12:19)
5. Beyond Burnout: Finding Your Genius Zone (00:19:28)
6. Disengagement as Key to Recovery (00:22:01)
7. The Life After Burnout (00:25:03)
157 episodes
Manage episode 498345371 series 2927574
Burnout recovery expert Scott Anderson shares counterintuitive approaches to overcome physician burnout and find a sustainable path to high achievement without sacrificing wellbeing.
• Burnout involves oscillating between hypervigilance and avoidance, similar to patterns seen in PTSD
• Traditional approaches like vacations and sabbaticals often worsen burnout rather than resolving it
• The R&R technique offers a simple 5-second practice to interrupt stress cycles by noticing physical sensations
• Most burned-out professionals spend 80% of their time on activities that generate only 20% of their value
• Complete disengagement—even for just minutes at a time—is essential for burnout recovery
• Community support helps combat the isolation that often accompanies burnout
• Life beyond burnout can lead to greater achievement with less strain and more fulfillment
• Recovery doesn't require abandoning medicine but rather recalibrating one's relationship to work
For a free burnout assessment and personalized interventions, visit fastfixcall.com. You can also find Scott's book "You're Not Toast" and more resources at burnoutbreakthrough.com.
Pattern Life
Discover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.
Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books
Let's connect for speaking opportunities!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker
Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician:
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads
Battle of the Boxes
21 Day Self Focus Journal
Chapters
1. Introduction to Burnout Recovery (00:00:00)
2. Understanding Burnout Mechanisms (00:03:14)
3. The R&R Technique Explained (00:06:42)
4. From Hypervigilance to Intentionality (00:12:19)
5. Beyond Burnout: Finding Your Genius Zone (00:19:28)
6. Disengagement as Key to Recovery (00:22:01)
7. The Life After Burnout (00:25:03)
157 episodes
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