The Other Human in the Room

In this episode of The Other Human in the Room, I speak with Dr Rabia Khan, a lead physician at East Wellington Family Health Team. We discuss Rabia's journey into medicine, the importance of team support in healthcare, her approach to leadership and conflict resolution, and the significance of setting boundaries. Rabia also shares her experiences of bridging communities and fostering dialogue around faith and healthcare, emphasizing the need for safe spaces for meaningful conversations. She shares how her faith guides her service to humanity and the significance of self-care in the medical profession. Our dialogue emphasizes the value of being true to oneself and the hope that can be found in community and shared experiences.

"But I can't afford to work less". This is one of the most common objections I hear after explaining the benefits of working under your capacity. And because I still have some residual shame socialization around money, it's taken me a while to really solidify why that objection is a thought error, and DEFINITELY an inhuman story. But I'm ready to shout it from the rooftops now - so buckle up! I’m here to describe how it IS possible to work less and make more money, and how good making spacious money can feel.

In this episode, Dr Samantha Lavvitt and I delve into the critical issues surrounding disability advocacy in healthcare. Sam shares the challenges she faces as a physician living with disability and chronic illness. We explore the stigma surrounding disability in the medical field, the need for accommodations, and how perceptions of weakness can hinder the careers of disabled physicians. Our conversation highlights the value of lived experiences in patient care and the necessity for flexibility in medical practice to better support all healthcare providers.

Have you ever struggled to stay connected with someone who holds a very different belief from your own? Growing up in evangelical Christianity and being trained in the dogmatic culture of medicine, I've often felt the pull to either convert others to my beliefs or go along with theirs to keep the peace. Despite these challenges, I've been practicing how to stay connected, kind, and loving, even when my beliefs differ sharply from those around me. Join me as I share my reflections and practical tips on holding space for differences without feeling the need to convert others or compromise your own beliefs.

In this episode of The Other Human in the Room, Joan and Dr Dale Guenter explore the themes of human-centered medicine, spirituality, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Dale shares his journey into medicine, his experiences with burnout, and the importance of compassion in patient care. They discuss the role of spirituality in understanding patient suffering and the significance of being present in the moment, utilizing the heart, head, and gut as centers of knowing. Dale shares his journey of navigating spirituality within the medical field and the importance of embracing personal passions outside of work.

Today's episode is the first of what I hope will be a series of conversations where I get personal in a brand new way: by interviewing members of my family! One of the interesting facts about my family, especially the Dobsons (my mom's side), are that there are a LOT of doctors. In this first episode, I start with the most senior living member of this medical lineage, and interview my Great Uncle Jack (aka Dr John Blake Dobson), as well as his daughter Susan Dobson. I hope you find this exploration of medicine through the generations as meaningful as I have!

In this solo episode, Joan explores the concept of attention budget and how we spend our attention. She discusses the impact of multitasking and task switching on our mental energy and highlights the importance of focusing on one thing at a time. Joan also examines the role of social media and the internet in consuming our attention and offers strategies for intentional and mindful attention. She applies the concept of attention budget to both leisure activities and patient interactions, emphasizing the need to prioritize what truly brings us joy and connection. Joan encourages listeners to conduct an attention audit and consider what they are paying attention to and the returns on their investment.

In this bonus episode, Joan discusses her two favorite movies, Inside Out and Inside Out 2. She highlights the key takeaways from these movies, including the importance of emotions and the concept of toxic positivity. Joan explores how the movies portray emotions as characters and how they interact with each other. She also delves into the themes of belonging, sense of self, and the bittersweet nature of life. Overall, Joan encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and recognize their role in taking care of themselves.

**reuploaded Mon Jul 22 @ 6pm - thanks to our lisenters letting me know that the audio was funky on this one!! Hopefully this is a clearer listening experience for everyone**

This is the audio version of a video presentation introducing you to Joan's Creating Space decision matrix and a new coaching program inspired by the same concept!

What could be fuelling a sense of entitlement? Both in our patients, but also in ourselves? Join Joan on the couch as she explores a very mind-expanding framework about entitlement from Hospicing Modernity.