Is A Lack of Validation Keeping You Stuck?

Seeking validation is a normal human behavior - whether we realize we are doing it or not. This can be especially true for physicians, who are often natural people pleasers. However, if you are considering a career or life change, it’s important not to let the need for validation from others hold you back from doing what’s best for you. In today’s solo episode (my 100th podcast!), I'm discussing all things validation, including the different types of validation and how to process your own need for validation.  You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/100   In this episode we’re talking about: Why we feel the need for validation One of my listeners who found validation through this podcast The special role of validation from our parents How to listen and trust your feelings without judgment The difference between external and internal validation Using lived experience as a form of validation My personal experience finding validation in my career change   Links for this episode: Check out our Free Resources! Under the Freebie tab on our website, you can find free resource guides on a variety of topics including resumes, interviewing, LinkedIn, medical writing, pharma, chart review, and telemedicine. There is also a starter kit to help you move forward when you’re feeling stuck at the crossroads. Please help yourself!

Om Podcasten

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!