You went into medicine to help people. You have always been the mission-driven and compassionate one. A giver who is always there for others, you care about saving lives and making a difference. But it feels like no one is watching out for you, like no one cares for you. You were going to change the world as a humanitarian, an altruist and idealist.
But, now you ask yourself “How did I get here?” This is not what you signed up for. You find yourself compassion-fatigued on the verge of burnout on a faster and faster treadmill of assembly-line medicine, seeing more and more patients in less and less time… You know you deserve better but you can’t figure out how. You feel betrayed, frustrated and stuck, knowing that you have spent your whole life training for this profession. You have sacrificed relationships, well being and other beloved hobbies. You feel a disquiet in your soul – you are busier than ever but bored. You have no time – too tired for real connection, exercise, real friendships or even hobbies. You find you can’t be your true self in friendships because others are either intimidated by your being a clinician, or even worse, they expect you to always be the strong one and the helper so your friendships become non-reciprocal one way-streets. You have missed so many birthdays and weddings, you now feel isolated and alienated. And worse, it feels like you cannot be your true self in medicine.
You don’t have to leave medicine to enjoy your life. You do not have to put on a mask or act tough because you feel your heart cannot take another heartbreak. You don’t have to wonder if anyone really has your back or even truly cares.
As a healer, you deserve a safe space where you can heal, align, connect and thrive so you can be the compassionate, excellent and passionate clinician you are for your patients. Imagine a place where you can really be vulnerable and authentic without fear of being taken advantage of or appearing weak.
OVERWHELMED… OVERWORKED… DISILLUSIONED?
IF ANY OF THESE FEEL FAMILIAR…
If you crave fulfillment and alignment with the values and ideals that brought you to medicine…
If you want to feel like yourself again…
If it feels like you are living someone else’s life and you hardly recognize yourself anymore in this autopilot mode…
If you are tired of Perfectionism and ready to strive for excellence instead…
If you can’t remember the last time you felt truly alive, free, truly connected or filled with joy…
If you crave work life balance…
YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE
If you feel like a fraud because you tell your patients about healthy eating, exercising, friendships and wellness but you barely have time to hit the gym, you crave junk food because you are so stressed, you feel frustrated because you can’t hide anymore, you are sleep-deprived and your sex life is practically non-existent…
If you feel anxious, on edge, constantly catch yourself holding your breath and constantly have to remind yourself to breathe…
If you want to reach out for help but going to EAP is not an option since you know you are not mentally ill and you can’t afford the liability of being on that list…
If you want the courage to live the life you really want…
Connect with a growing tribe of wholehearted clinicians like you who value authenticity, creativity, compassion, connection, vulnerability, altruism, empathy and resilience.
OUR RETREATS
Connection and Confidentiality
All of this in a positive, warm, safe space where everyone is required to sign a confidentiality agreement. You will also have time to rest, move, create and rejuvenate at the lovely resort Cape Rey Carlsbad, enjoy spa, kayaking, and revive with delicious food. You can also explore San Diego County on a surprise adventure! You will also be added to our own private Wholehearted Clinician Facebook group where you can connect and share stories before and after the retreat.
The Daring Way
You and 9 other wholehearted clinicians will step out of your autopilot life for a 3 day-intensive of laughter, insight, inspiration, rejuvenation as you explore and realign with your own values, connect and discover new friends and like-minded kindredS. You will dig deep into the Daring Way (Brene Brown’s work) curriculum on creativity, authenticity, connection, shame resilience. Your newly learned ideas, strategies and tools will equip you for a wholehearted life and will transform how you live, love, parent and lead. You will also come out feeling more empathetic, inspired, confident, self-compassionate and reconnected to your true self.
Initial Consultation
The screening consultation ensures the safety of participants by exploring individual needs and interests, assessing coping agreements, current emotional state and existing emotional support for the individuals interested in the retreat. Your full retreat payment will also cover breakfast and lunch each day, the full Daring Way curriculum, workbook and supplies. A block of rooms will be available at a discount for participants.