Saying no and setting boundaries is difficult for anyone, let alone those in the medical field. Often, the problem isn’t whether others give us permission to say no; it’s the pressure we put on ourselves to deliver. The reality is that we’re in control of our choices, and we need to give ourselves permission to

As doctors, we’re so used to looking after others, juggling responsibilities, and pushing our own needs to the side. We know this can lead to burnout and a lack of fulfilment, but it can also take a physical toll. The key to navigating this tricky path is our intuition. Pausing, reflecting, and understanding what truly

How many times have you planned to do something really important, only to abandon it or rush to get to it at the last minute? Our present selves get caught up in the moment, distracted by short-term discomfort or other priorities, and we end up jettisoning the things we know we need to do. This

Lots of doctors struggle with feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or out of sync with the demands of everyday life. Feeling constantly behind, dropping the ball on tasks, or battling critical thoughts can drain our energy and confidence. Getting an ADHD diagnosis allows us to understand ourselves better and find tools that work for our unique brains.

Juggling endless demands while also striving to improve our wellbeing is a recipe for overwhelm. We know what we need to do to stay healthy, but we just don’t have the time or energy to make it happen. That’s when burnout sets in. And it won’t be solved by more wellbeing activities. Instead, we need

Who, at one point in their career, hasn’t made an already bad day worse by being irritable or dismissive with a colleague? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably thought over that short, sharp exchange and felt bad about it… maybe you’ve apologised the next day. But being kinder to others doesn’t start with beating

No matter how much we know it’ll make our lives better, pretty much all of us struggle to make important changes in our lives. We can get stuck in patterns that feel comforting but aren’t serving us well. And when life gets busy or overwhelming, we fall back into old habits, and the short-term pressures

Whether it’s leaving work on time, setting boundaries, or making healthier choices, behaviour change is something virtually all of us struggle with from time to time. But we often struggle because we’re stuck in routines that feel comforting, even if they’re not what we really want. We tell ourselves we’ll do better tomorrow, but we

No-one likes dealing with problems head-on, so instead we put them off or avoid them altogether. Whether it’s avoiding saying no, setting boundaries, or having difficult conversations, we often choose short-term peace over long-term health. But of course this doesn’t make the problem go away. It just creates bigger issues down the line. When faced

Balancing work, family, and our own wellbeing is overwhelming. In medicine especially, keeping up can feel really hard. But clear goals and well-planned days can help create space for the things that recharge us, like hobbies, rest, and time with loved ones. This helps us show up better in every area of our lives. Think

There always seems to be too much to do and not enough time. We often feel this is entirely caused by external factors, like workload and demands from others. But the truth is we amplify our own overwhelm by taking on too much responsibility, avoiding difficult conversations, or trying to rescue others. These habits add

Many of us are overwhelmed and drained trying to manage our time. It’s easy to blame external factors like workload or funding, but we often overlook how much control we actually have over the way we spend our time. The key is learning how to manage our energy in different areas: physical, mental, emotional, and