These are not just words, but a way of life that we often overlook in our pursuit of productivity and routine. Life is a tapestry woven with small moments, each one a unique thread. As cliche as it may sound, I was reminded of this truth last night. For a little over an hour, everything […]
Do You Love Your Body? Does your body know it? It might sound ridiculous to think your body needs your love. But it does. How many of us treat our bodies like garbage dumps? We criticize them in the mirror, avoid our own eyes, push them too hard, neglect their needs, and then act shocked […]
Who would you be if you set yourself free from the role you’ve played all your life? For many, waking up each morning means facing the day with resignation, not invigoration. It’s the same well-worn path, a groove carved deep in routine. And while consistency has its benefits—most bodies thrive on structure—there comes a moment […]
In a recent episode of The Worthy Physician, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque sat down with Dr. Shai Efrati to discuss unlocking peak performance, going beyond the norm, and optimizing physician efficiency. This conversation was packed with golden nuggets that can transform how we approach our personal and professional lives. Forget Normal—Strive for More Dr. Efrati challenges […]
As physicians, we bear witness to immense suffering, loss, and trauma daily. The weight of these experiences can accumulate, manifesting as burnout, stress, or even deep emotional wounds. But what if there was a simple, evidence-based technique that could help regulate our nervous system and process these emotions effectively? Enter the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), […]
In the modern world, stress, anxiety, and a constant state of being captures us every day. People struggle with emotional turbulence, physical illness, and mental exhaustion, often feeling disconnected from their true selves. Meditation, offering a scientifically backed, centuries-old solution for fostering peace, clarity, and self-awareness, can be a tool to combat the hectic pace […]
As the new year dawned, I noticed an older woman at my gym. She appeared to be in her late 60s—slightly overweight, with a distended abdomen, shuffling as she moved. Yet, she had made a bold choice: she secured the services of a personal trainer, a young university student, to guide her. That in itself […]
Part 3 Willingness: The Ultimate Force of Creation Willingness is the most powerful force in the cosmos—a primal energy that ignites action, fuels connection, and drives creation. Willingness is the impetus that precedes action. Without willingness, engagement ceases, and the potential to participate, care, share, teach, or learn fades. It is the foundation for building […]
Reigniting Your Humanity and Passion for Medicine: Exploring Health Optimization with Dr. Scott Sherr In the relentless world of medicine, where demands are high and expectations never waver, physicians often find themselves stretched too thin. It becomes easy to forget the very tactics we recommend to our patients—the tools for managing stress, enhancing focus, and […]
From the moment we begin training as physicians, we’re conditioned to believe in our invincibility. We’re taught to prioritize patient care above all else, often at the expense of our well-being. Long hours, emotional strain and depletion, and the constant pressure to perform become our norm in life. And because we’ve chosen this path, we […]
