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REPLAY - Originally aired Aug 24th 2021; Have you been feeling additional stress as a healthcare provider lately? We have been seeing the toll this past year has had on the healthcare industry and the risk of burnout as providers, so how do we manage this with more ease? In this episode, I am joined by Brandi Heather, Canada’s Master of Play, leading the next frontier of creativity and innovation. She is a mom, daughter, wife, business owner, artist, podcaster, and fierce advocate for mental health connecting authentically from lived experience. We discuss how incorporating play into your work can help healthcare providers reduce stress and avoid burnout during these difficult times. Brandi is always unapologetically "In PLAY". She loves to reintroduce adults to their Play FULL potential. Through a PLAY List of Signature Applied Play Experiences, she reminds us that some of our greatest skills are not on our resumes, we left them on the playground long ago. Showing adults how to be Play FULL unleashes a torrent of creativity and innovation, yields an outpouring of improved communication, employee engagement and empowerment and gives CEOs and Business Leaders the ability to harness the extraordinary potential in people. Tune in to today’s episode to learn: What Play REALLY is How to tap into play, recognize it, and expand on it The benefits of play and how to find the right kind of “play” for you How she deals with resistance to play in the organization  Perfectionistic drive vs unstructured play Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Brandi Heather The Book https://returntoplay2021.com/  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandiheather/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToPlayToday  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/return_to_play_2021/  AMPED2PLAY https://amped2play.com/  Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of any other entity.  The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use code JENCAN20 at www.themindsetgap.com, a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase sales, bounce forward from adversity and reset Intention. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

In this episode of the "Healthcare Provider Happy Hour,"  Gregory Stern and I address the often-overlooked challenges faced by healthcare workers dealing with chronic pain. Gregory Stern, owner of From the Ground Up Physiotherapy Clinic in Montreal, emphasizes the critical role of emotional investment in treatment outcomes and the quick wins achievable by adjusting mindsets and movement patterns. He further explores the role of sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle in managing pain and the significance of foot health as a cornerstone of overall well-being.  Discover the value of rethinking posture, embracing the 'Asian squat', and mastering breathing techniques to foster healing. Greg's insights offer not only hope but practical strategies for those yearning to move freely and live fully, without pain dictating their every move. Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of any other entity.  The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use code JENCAN20 at www.themindsetgap.com, a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase sales, bounce forward from adversity and reset Intention. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

Originally released Aug 17th 2021; In last week’s episode, I focused on how to overcome the feeling of guilt as a provider and some common themes around this topic were what to do when your patients aren’t seeing the results they hoped for? How do you overcome this new feeling of guilt and not attach your worthiness as a clinician to these situations?  In this week’s solo episode, I’m continuing this conversation around healthcare provider guilt and sharing insights & strategies on how to move through those feelings, especially when the outcomes aren’t what they wanted. I discuss why we base our self worth on results and why we should instead be focusing on the service provided.  Listen in to learn: How education and conditioning has impacted our idea of success  The three components of burnout and how guilt affects this  Basing your practice on service rather than outcomes An exercise to implement to see the big picture of your patients situation  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of any other entity. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use code JENCAN20 at www.themindsetgap.com, a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase sales, bounce forward from adversity and reset Intention. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

In this episode of the "Healthcare Provider Happy Hour," host Jennifer George tackles the  challenges of Ontario's healthcare system and the need for systemic reform. She stresses the importance of primary care and advocates for a team-based approach to prevent chronic issues  from worsening. Drawing from an article from Western University, she offers insights into solving today’s healthcare crisis. Additionally, Jennifer launches the "Life and Lyrics Club," a platform for  healthcare providers to unwind through music and lyrics, fostering relaxation and emotional  expression. She wraps up by inviting listeners to engage with the podcast through social media  and newsletters. Resources Primary Care: Back to the future of healthcare https://magazine.westernu.ca/back-to-the-future-of-healthcare/  Health Care Connect: https://hcc3.hcc.moh.gov.on.ca/HCCWeb/faces/layoutHCCHomePage.xhtml?sW=375&sH=812&btype=Netscape&bver=5.0%20(iPhone;%20CPU%20iPhone%20OS%2016_6_1%20like%20Mac%20OS%20X)%20AppleWebKit/605.1.15%20(KHTML,%20like%20Gecko)%20Version/16.6%20Mobile/15E148%20Safari/604.1&ajax=y Life & Lyrics Club jennifergeorge.co/engagement Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of any other entity.  The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use code JENCAN20 at www.themindsetgap.com, a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase sales, bounce forward from adversity and reset Intention. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

Originally released Aug 10 2021; Have you ever experienced guilt as a healthcare provider? Whether it’s unwarranted guilt you put on yourself, or guilt that others put on you, it is an issue that is continuing to rise in the industry and leading to burnout in healthcare providers.  In this solo episode, I’ll be talking about my experience with healthcare provider guilt, and the impact it’s having on the industry according to a recent article I discovered. I share strategies on how to overcome the feeling of healthcare provider guilt, and questions you need to be asking yourself through the process.  Listen in to learn: How healthcare provider guilt is leading to burnout in the industry  The impacts guilt has on individuals including mental health issues How you can work to move through the feeling of guilt What questions you need to ask yourself to understand where this guilt is coming from Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my award-winning book about connecting and communicating with patients to create empowering experiences! * More information on Schwartz Rounds  https://www.theschwartzcenter.org/programs/schwartz-rounds/ *The Article link, Doctors and Guilt, from Psychology today at  https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/beyond-freud/201906/doctors-and-guilt?amp Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice.

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Darria Long, MD, a seasoned emergency physician, clinical assistant professor, and media educator. Prepare to revolutionize the way you care for your health on this fascinating episode of The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour!  We kick things off with an eye-opening discussion on the intersection of burnout and immunity, particularly for women in healthcare. Dr. Darria is also the founder of TRUVE Lab and shares valuable insights from their recent study on pandemic burnout in women, the "do it all discrepancy", and the impact of social media on mental health. Get ready to delve deeper into the signs of a weakened immune system, the importance of recognizing these signs, and why your personal health should be non-negotiable. But that's not all! We're arming you with practical strategies to strengthen your immune system. Stay tuned and discover the role of good hygiene practices, regular exercise, and the great outdoors in boosting your immunity. Get the lowdown on how a well-rounded diet, punctuated with whole foods and careful supplementation, can fortify your natural defenses. We've got tips, tricks, and truths to help you navigate the cold and flu season with confidence. So, take a break, unwind and empower yourself with this episode overflowing with health-enhancing takeaways. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: - Healthy Immune Systems in Cold Season - Burnout and Immunity - Boost Immunity, Prevent Illness - Boosting Immunity and Cold Symptom Relief Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Dr. Darria Long:  Websites: www.drdarria.com & www.Mucinex.com Ted Talk: An ER Doctor on Triaging Your “Crazy Busy” Life https://www.ted.com/talks/darria_long_an_er_doctor_on_triaging_your_crazy_busy_life IG: @drdarria Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use code JENCAN20 at www.themindsetgap.com, a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase sales, bounce forward from adversity and reset Intention. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

Originally released Aug 3rd 2021; Have you been having difficulties navigating the healthcare system recently? Have you been feeling empowered or disempowered after walking away from a provider? In this solo episode, I’ll be talking about my frustration as a provider during these times and how there is a divide being created in the system. I share insights on the effects of having an overloaded healthcare system, and what we as providers can be doing to empower patients, as opposed to disempowering them. Listen in to learn: What the divide in universal healthcare is and how it’s affecting patients The difference between wellness for patients and illness right now How we can be working to navigate the system better as a provider and as a patient Why patients are suffering in silence and the effects this is having on the system  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my award-winning book about connecting and communicating with patients to create empowering experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr David Bonanno, psychologist, author, and inventor of De-Adrenalizing Therapy. With over 13,000 patients under his belt, Dr. Bonanno is a trusted expert in the field of psychology, specializing in trauma recovery. Dr. Bonanno's groundbreaking work has led to the invention of De-Adrenalizing Therapy, a unique approach to trauma recovery that uses eye movement therapy to alleviate the physical and emotional symptoms of trauma. This approach has been met with great success and has helped countless individuals overcome their trauma responses. In his book "Your Brain is a Robocat," Dr. Bonanno shares his expertise in trauma recovery and explains how we can understand our own trauma responses. Dr. Bonanno's approach to trauma recovery is revolutionary and has helped individuals from all walks of life overcome their trauma responses and live happier, healthier lives. In addition to his book and public speaking engagements, Dr. Bonanno also offers consulting services to businesses and organizations. His expertise in trauma recovery and eye movement therapy can be applied to a wide range of industries, helping organizations better understand the impact of trauma on their employees and customers. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: What Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) really is Solutions and treatments available for individuals suffering from PTSD How and why David got into psychology, including the personal motivations and experiences that led him to this field Challenges of seeking help for PTSD and the negative cycles that can occur when someone doesn't find the right solution for their specific needs The possibility of resuming a normal life while dealing with PTSD and the distinction between experiencing trauma and having a PTSD diagnosis Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Dr. David Bonanno:  Website: https://www.doctorbonanno.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Brain-RoboCat-Understand-Response/dp/B0BMZBZSJM  Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use code JENCAN20 at www.themindsetgap.com, a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase sales, bounce forward from adversity and reset Intention. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

REPLAY - Previously released July 27, 2021. Have you been feeling stuck, unmotivated or stressed lately?   In this solo episode, I’ll be talking about how implementing your own outlet can help you embrace good energy, feel joy and reduce stress. I share insights on how you can find the right outlet for yourself, and discuss what outlets have worked for me, including pivots I’ve had to make along the way when constraints and obstacles emerged.  Listen in to learn: How to not only receive good energy, but to release it to others  What to do when you’re feeling frustrated and like you’re not expanding yourself  What your personal outlet should encompass and how to find it  How a positive outlet can benefit your life and work  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my award-winning book about connecting and communicating with patients to create empowering experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Frank L. Douglas, PH.D., M.D. to discuss the negative impact of anxiety, stress, and discrimination in the workplace. His extensive education and experience allow him to speak with great insight and authority on this important topic. Dr. Douglas believes that personal problems can be reframed to produce better outcomes and increase personal satisfaction. Dr. Douglas is an award-winning industry veteran with three decades of experience in healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry, and entrepreneurship. Dr. Douglas holds a Ph.D. in physical chemistry and an M.D. from Cornell University. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institution and a fellowship in neuroendocrinology at the National Institutes of Health. In spite of episodes of discrimination, Dr. Douglas became the first Black member to be on the board of management of a top 5 global pharmaceutical company. This makes him an excellent choice for lecturing on these revelatory topics. Additionally, Dr. Douglas served as Executive Vice President, Chief Scientific Officer, and Member of the Board of Management of large pharmaceutical companies such as Aventis SA (now Sanofi, SA). Some of his past experiences include being President and CEO of the Austen BioInnovation Institute in Akron; Chief Scientific Advisor of Bayer Healthcare, AG; Founder and First Executive Director of the MIT Center for Biomedical Innovation; Professor of the Practice at the MIT Sloan School of Management and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health, Science, and Technology. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: The importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and how it relates to various aspects of organizational success The relationship between workplace stress and its connection to diversity and inclusion efforts, including employee well-being Potential consequences for organizations that fail to prioritize diversity and inclusion Strategies to enhance productivity through fostering a diverse and inclusive environment Practical approaches for tackling discrimination in the workplace and the role of leadership  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Dr. Douglas Website: https://safehavendialogues-llc.com/  Sponsorship Mindset Gap: Use referral code JENCAN20 when emailing [email protected]. The Mindset Gap is a boutique consultancy firm arming employees and leaders with mindset tools to increase productivity, bounce forward from adversity, and reset intention. Visit www.themindsetgap.com for more information today. Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co 

REPLAY - Originally aired July 20, 2021: How can you implement Sam Thiara’s C.A.R.E. principle into your practice to avoid feeling overwhelmed during the pandemic?  In this episode, I am joined by Sam Thiara, a professional who has created a personal journey as a storyteller, writer, mentor/coach, problem solver, educator and entrepreneur.  His goal is to engage individuals in their personal and professional development and was recognized by the Governor General of Canada for his work.  Over the years, he has mentored hundreds of individuals and engaged. Added to this are the 45+ non-profits that he has worked with over the years.   Presently, Sam is the Founder and Chief Motivating Officer at Ignite the Dream Coaching and Consulting, a platform that engages his audience to define their path.  A key element is transformational practices where he is an expert in youth career coaching and supports teams and organizations in corporate alignment.  He co-founded a youth career platform that has gone nationwide.   He is a lecturer at the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University where he blends academic and professional experiences into a rich environment that captivates his audience.  Finally, he is an accomplished and sought after speaker and has two TEDx talks to his name and speaks at conferences, seminars and workshops about 30-35 times a year.  Added to his speaking is the book he recently wrote a book called, ‘Lost and Found: Seeking the Past and Finding Myself’.  It focuses on his journey to India to find his ancestral roots with little else than a faded photograph and determination.  The book is also about realizing one’s cultural identity because many struggle with understanding who they are. Listen in to today’s episode to learn: How we can implement the C.A.R.E. principle in healthcare Why adaptability is critical during the pandemic   How to avoid feeling overwhelmed in negative situations  What emotional labour is and how to manage it  What you can be doing to minimize burnout as a healthcare professional  Mindset shifts to implement now, in order to achieve a more positive outlook  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Sam Thiara’s Website: http://www.sam-thiara.com/ Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Danielle ‘Dani’ Bowie, the Chief Nursing Officer at Trusted Health, the career marketplace for healthcare professionals, to discuss the mental health and wellbeing of healthcare providers and how this plays into the system wide issues in healthcare.  In her role at Trusted, Dani helps health systems transform their nursing workforce programs to achieve greater efficiency and flexibility and to empower the frontline nurse and manager. Dani’s career has spanned a variety of roles from bedside nurse to hospital administrator to the manager of enterprise-wide technology initiatives. Her true passion is in health system workforce management and staffing, an interest that was first kindled at Yale nursing school where she built early predictive nurse scheduling models as part of her doctorate research.  Before joining Trusted, Dani was the System Vice President of Nursing Workforce Development for Bon Secours Mercy Health. In that role she was responsible for developing and executing the health system’s strategic nursing workforce plan, focused on recruitment, retention, professional growth and the re-design of staffing and scheduling models for 14,000 nurses spanning across seven states. Prior to joining BSMH, Dani led an enterprise staffing and scheduling technology project at Legacy Health, converting 126 nursing units and 5,000 end-users to new staffing and scheduling technology, achieving improved nurse engagement and a reduction in premium nursing labor spend. Dani obtained her BSN from the University of Portland as a Providence Scholar, her MSN from Vanderbilt University and her doctorate from Yale. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: Danis' evolution from frontline nurse to transformative leader, exploring her key decisions and moments of growth The wide-reaching staffing and workforce issues affecting nursing, gaining insights from Danis' unique perspective The physical, emotional, and mental resilience strategies for both nurses and leaders Examining healthcare workers' mental health through revealing survey results, and strategies for fostering a culture of support Ways to authentically communicate the priority of healthcare providers' wellbeing, echoing Danis' call for fearless leadership Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Dani:  Trusted Health Website: https://works.trustedhealth.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebowie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trustedhealth/  Twitter/Instagram: @trustedhealth  Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co