Episode 120: Heading Off Perfectionism and Finding Joy
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In medicine, we get the message early on that perfect is the standard. But perfectionism takes a toll on our mental health, our self esteem, and our personal life. It’s a trap that’s the polar opposite of joy. Join me and my guest Dr. Katie Jobbins as we investigate the causes, costs, and solutions for perfectionism.
Katie Jobbins, DO, MS, FACP, is an Associate Program Director and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate, with a passion for coaching, mentoring and professional development in medical education, and physician well-being. She can be reached at Kathryn.Jobbins@baystatehealth.org or on Instagram at @kjobbins.
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