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Dr. Charity is a retired physician/ anesthesiologist with over 40 years of experience in medicine and she has been a paid speaker as well. You can hear her story in a TED Talk as well. In this episode, we talk about the good 'ole days in medicine where doctors had more time with patients and wrote their own notes as opposed to clicking buttons. We talk about connecting with patients and how that h...

Dr. French is an integrative pediatrician, artist, and musician. She can be reached at  A New Wellness by Dr. Anu French , on  Facebook , and on Instagram  @anewwellness.anufrench . Her mission through her  website  is to create healthier communities through healthier kids. Her journey over the last 25 years as a holistic pediatrician and the last 17 years as a mother has...

Dr. Budd has created an innovative path for herself within the medical community and outside of the medical community, where she has taken astrology, yoga, and Ayurvedic practices to promote mental wellness. She has also played an active role in initiating programs that include the visual and therapeutic arts.  Her journey to address her anxiety led her to find alternative ways to thrive. Dr....

Dr. Judith Hanson was an interventional radiologist and describes how a challenging time in her life led her to become a classically trained chef. She is now the creator and designer of beautiful sculptural floral wedding cakes and confections. Her latest endeavor is becoming a chocolatier! Please visit Dr. Hanson's Instagram page and website to see the beautiful cakes she designs, you won't want...

Dr. Simoyan, MD, MPH, BDS, FAAFP, FASAM was a dentist at 21 and went on to get a Masters in public health before heading off to medical school where she excelled as well. She was a Fulbright Scholar in 2012,2013 and 2014 with multiple awards and she is a creative at heart. In this episode, she even sings and plays the Ukulele!!! Wait to the end to hear sing and play!  https://thedoctorwriter.com/...

In this podcast, I talk about some of the differences between coaching and therapy. There are so many choices out there and how do you know what you need. Both can be helpful but each serves a different purpose.  Disclaimer: None of the content should be confused with medical advice. Please consult your physician or psychiatrist to help you decide what the best treatment or course of action i...

Dr. Kwandaa Roberts is an OBGYN physician who has become an Instagram and television star from her beautiful dollhouses and beautifully designed furniture and rooms. Her Instagram went viral and she has been featured on interior design shows, the New York Times, and Parents Magazine to name a few. She speaks about her journey as a designer in this podcast and how it all started.

Jacob Nordby is the author of several books, he is a writer and creative guide . His most recent book is called The Creative Cure . He has been a leader of transformational workshops and group retreats. I learned of Jacob Nordby at the virtual Gathering of the Creatives in 2020. Here we talk about drawing, the healing power of art, creativity, and life. Rejection, fear, and traumatic experiences.&...

Dr. Christopher Loo is a surgeon, serial entrepreneur, investor, author, consultant, executive coach, and keynote speaker. He received his MD-PhD from the medical scientist training program offered jointly through the Baylor College of Medicine and Department of Bioengineering at Rice University. A member of the Valhalla AI Healthcare startup advisory board, where he directs digital strategy, Dr....

When Dr. Susie Sharpe came to the United States at the age of 16 she was bullied and struggled to find peace. Through her strength and fortitude, she learned English and became a practicing physician. She worked many years before she found art and said "Art was buried in me for years." She is now showing her paintings internationally and most recently in Paris and Luxembourg. She has shown and sol...

Sheila Darcey talks candidly about her life and childhood. After many years in the corporate world, she put her art and creativity aside. It was when she made the connection that art can be healing she was able to relieve her anxiety, sketch by sketch. We also touch on topics like NFTs as well.

Dr. Phelps is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist who started out in engineering and studio art before medical school. Has a Masters degree in the Arts and studied in London. She continues to paint abstract landscapes that reflect the nature that surrounds her home in Spokane Washington. We also discuss the importance of Children's Literature in the lives of children.

Ardith speaks about how she painted her way out of a life of chronic pain, depression, disability and discomfort. She is now a successful painter, and teacher living an "extraordinary" and joyful life.

Here is where I tell you about my journey from Fashion Designer to Physician and back to finding my creative self after burning out.