The Art of Self-Compassion: Why Being Kind to Yourself Changes Everything

The Art of Self-Compassion: Why Being Kind to Yourself Changes Everything Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque MD 8:10

Have you ever felt like your own worst critic, especially under the unrelenting pressures of a career in medicine? I'm Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, and I invite you to join me in an intimate exploration of self-compassion, a powerful antidote to the harsh inner monologues that can plague us. In the demanding world of healthcare, where the pursuit of perfection can eclipse our humanity, this episode is a beacon for those seeking to reclaim their inherent worth, distinct from their professional accolades. We dissect why kindness should begin with ourselves and how changing our self-talk can profoundly influence not only our mental health but also the way we care for others.

Injecting our lives with a dose of self-compassion can be transformative, serving as a cornerstone for psychological and emotional well-being. In our conversation, we'll unravel how self-criticism often finds its roots in our formative years and how, just as we learned this harshness, we can also learn to foster a nurturing inner voice. Embark on this journey with me as we examine the parallels between the nurturing voices that guide children and the potential for adults to rewire their own narratives towards a more forgiving and compassionate stance. Together, we'll embrace a future where the task list doesn't loom over today, and where treating ourselves with patience and understanding becomes second nature.

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.

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Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD is a board certified Internal Medicine physician. She was born and raised in Kansas, and attended medical school at the University of Kansas [KU] School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at KU-Wichita as well. After experiencing burnout herself, and watching other physician colleagues burn out, it became a passion of hers to look into different aspects of burnout. While the system does need to change, as it is broken, this podcast is a way to reach physicians and possibly shed light on what is not an isolated situation.