Episode #207: Breaking Free from Comparitis: How to Stop Comparing and Start Thriving

Today we’re addressing a common challenge many of us face—comparison. It’s easy to fall into the “compare and despair” cycle, especially in high-achieving professions like medicine, but you don’t have to stay stuck there. I’m joined by Dr. Jessie Mahoney, a pediatrician, coach, and mindfulness expert who co-hosts the Mindful Healers podcast. Together, we dive into practical strategies for recognizing and breaking free from the comparison trap. Dr. Mahoney shares insights on the roots of comparison in medical training, the harmful effects it can have, and how mindfulness can help you reframe your thinking, find peace, and focus on your unique strengths.   You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode207    In this episode we’re talking about:   How the comparison trap can lead to feelings of inadequacy and burnout. The ways medical training fosters a habit of comparing ourselves to others. Practical steps to shift your mindset and focus on your strengths. How to find fulfillment by moving away from comparison and embracing your journey. Shifting to a mindset of abundance rather than scarcity. Mindfulness techniques to help pause, notice, and redirect negative thoughts.   Links for this episode: LinkedIn for Physicians Course  This fun course shows you how to create a stand-out profile on LinkedIn and use the powerful features to advance your career goals. The short video lessons guide you step-by-step on how to grow your connections, network successfully, and search for and apply to jobs. Included are cheat sheets for each lesson, examples of physician profiles, and a bonus PDF on how to rock your informational interviews.

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Are you a physician who’s questioning your career path? If you’re at the white coat crossroads, for whatever reason, this podcast is for you. We’re going to help you find your best path forward, whether it’s to be happier in patient care, transition to a nonclinical career, or do something completely different. In the weekly podcasts, we’re bringing you all the good stuff: -Actionable tools and resources to help you start making positive changes. -Interviews with physicians who’ve found new and fulfilling ways to practice as well as those who’ve transitioned into nonclinical careers. -Concrete advice for applying to jobs, using LinkedIn, interviewing, negotiating, and much more. Your host, Dr. Heather Fork, is a former board-certified dermatologist who transitioned into full-time career coaching for physicians over 10 years ago. She is a master certified coach who has been helping hundreds of physicians find ways to be happier both in medicine and beyond. Come visit us at www.doctorscrossing.com to learn more!