When Michael Jordan, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, uttered the words "Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen," he captured the essence of what it takes to achieve success. As high performers, we all have goals and dreams we want to achieve, but what sets us apart from those who simply wish for success is our willingness to take action. We know that success is not just going to fall into our laps – we have to go out and make it happen. In today’s morning rounds, we'll delve deeper into Michael Jordan's powerful quote and explore the mindset and actions that separate the wishful thinkers from the action takers.

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Medicine Revived Podcast: Learn, Grow, and Thrive: Recent Episodes

Harry Karydes

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109-You may be a physician beginning your medical journey or seasoned faculty with years under your belt. No matter our experiences, we have all encountered uncertainty and self-doubt when faced with personal or professional challenges.

105-As we lead our busy and sometimes hectic lives, many of us may feel like we never have enough time for the people or things that we love. Our to-do list is forever growing, and sometimes the balance we crave gets lost in the daily grind.

104-While the world is being challenged with our current pandemic, we have this golden opportunity to be the example for our patients, our team, and our family. It's the power of choosing how to respond to a difficult situation.

102-We've all been there... You're mad at heck and can't seem to take it anymore! Right now, many people from every corner of your life are mad, very, very mad. And have you noticed, especially recently, that many people feel personally offended about, well, everything?

99-Now, as high-achieving, goal-oriented physicians, we are, perhaps, hardwired to achieve. And with that, there is this tendency to chase perfection. But, in that pursuit, we must ask ourselves, "are we chasing perfection or just delaying progress?"

98-As a doctor or medical student, do you feel that you are "always on?"

97-Have you ever felt that you are not making the same decisions at the end of your shift compared to the beginning?

96-If your night routine is washing your face, brushing your teeth, and throwing yourself into bed, then this week's show is for you.

95-Each day we are afforded the opportunity to begin anew. We begin each day with a clean slate to start with a fresh approach to achieving your most important work. The morning routine helps us set the tone for the day and, if done consistently, sets you up for success in your life.

94-Have you ever met someone who speaks freely, casually, and sets you at ease?

90-How many of us, however, show up fully to our innermost thoughts and feelings?

88-No one likes criticism or negative feedback, yet there is value in criticism. It may not be appreciated at first, but it is essential to our personal and professional growth.

83-Are you sitting down? Do you feel comfortable sitting in your nice chair? Good, now get up! Sitting has become such a staple in our lives it is easy to lose sight of exactly how much sitting we actually do throughout the day.

82-So how do you want to be remembered?

81-Yes, our work schedules are hectic. But, our home schedules can be equally challenging. These competing priorities can lead to overwhelm unless we gain control.

73-The concept of being happy must be a mainstay for you if you want to reach the success that you are searching for. Join me as I speak with Dr. Taylor Brana on how he finds ways to recharge, regroup, reflect and tackle life a little bit differently!

72-Do you have this nagging worry that you are not quite "good enough"? Are you constantly criticizing yourself—perhaps more lately? Do you feel you are not smart enough or as competent as your physician colleagues? Do you feel like an imposter?

71-While no one can predict the future, we can take the necessary steps to lead ourselves, our team, and our family toward a successful future. Let's take back control of the new year and learn from the lessons of the past.

70-The New Year is upon us. No longer are you permitted to look back.

67-The year 2020 has been filled with untold challenges. And while you can go down the rabbit hole of negativity, I want more for you. As a high-achieving, goal-oriented physician or nurse, I know you want more positive things in your life--at work and at home.

66-The concept of mindfulness is simple.

64-In today's episode, we will be talking with my wife, Francesca, on how to support each other in times of crisis.

61-"Little Hinges Swing Big Doors" -W. Clement Stone

60-As high-achieving, goal-oriented physicians and nurses, it seems that we have reached this status by "winning" at some internal game we have created for ourselves. While we continue to pursue success, it must be clear that to succeed, we must have a specific plan to get you there.

58-Failure hurts. Failure can cause emotional turmoil and regret. When we think of failure, we think of it in a negative light, yet it is vital for success. In fact, learning from failure is necessary for my wellness and for preventing physician burnout.

57-The practice of medicine can be a tremendously fulfilling and meaningful career. As physicians and nurses, we are proud to serve and heal the sick while encouraging habits that promote life-long health.

56-Time is a thief. You may have heard this before. Yet, why, as physicians and nurses, we are always chasing time and never seem to have enough of it? Take this one step farther--why are there colleagues and peers that seem to have mastered and tamed time?

55-Being in medicine is hard some days, right? Some days (heck, some weeks, or months), just don't go as planned as a physician or a nurse. Things don't go as planned, and you want to give up medicine despite all the effort.

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48-The shame culture in medicine has created so many maladaptive and destructive behaviors. What was once thought of as a constructive or helpful approach to "toughen someone up" has caused more destruction in our physicians and nurses' well-being.

046-Work expands to fill the time available for its completion.

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42-I recently came across my copy of Richard Carlson's 1997 New York Times Bestseller, Don't Sweat the Small Stuff, and was reminded of the lessons it can teach us as doctors and nurses who may be struggling with burnout.

40-The word synergy causes some strong emotions for many people, and many of those emotions are not positive. Sadly, you see, synergy becomes a veiled word in the corporate world to roll out a new corporate goal while, in reality, it leads to mergers and acquisitions and many times layoffs.

39-As a doctor or a nurse, are your personal and professional goals to look smart all the time and not take on challenging tasks? Or are you interested in seeking out exciting and challenging work to learn more? Well, if you are reading this, I suspect the latter.

38-The world and the sphere of medicine were far different three months ago as compared to now. As COVID-19 took its hold on the planet, uncertainty arose. The uncertainty of our lives, our professions, and our communities began becoming very real.

37-Raise your hand if you have experienced this?

34-As high achieving, goal-oriented physicians, we are always looking toward improving ourselves—be it through journaling, keeping up with the medical literature, or honing our leadership skills.

031-As COVID-19 has a firm, and seemingly unrelenting grip, on our nation and world, more physicians and nurses are struggling to get through the shift. With death tolls rising, we are shaken to our core and experiencing a feeling of exhaustion and helplessness before, during, and after a shift.

028-Amid the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, as doctors, especially as front line doctors such as emergency physicians, the crisis has hit us hard. There is more tension, anxiety, worry, and fear all around us.

027-When a serious situation happens at work, such as our current COVID-19 pandemic, it is easy to panic. Unfortunately, stress and anxiety will lower any chance of your ability to perform well. Moreover, it can have short and long term effects on your personal health and well-being.

026-Let's face it; as a hard-charging, high-achieving physician, sleep is sadly considered a luxury in our field. Yet, we are also attuned at the importance of sleep not only to our physical health but to our mental health and overall well being.

025-As you go through your workday, seeing patient after patient, do you find yourself on autopilot?

024-Ever felt that you have gone through your day on “auto-pilot”?

023-As a high-achieving, goal-oriented physician, you are no stranger to the stresses that come with the art and science of healing patients. Sometimes, though, in that pursuit to save a life, emotions can run high.

020-Have you ever had a rare day off only to find that you didn’t get anything accomplished?

018-Have you ever lost your cool with a patient or a colleague? How about an exaggerated outburst at your staff for no seemingly good reason? If so, you are not alone. Our daily emotions drive us.

017-Hospitals and doctors’ offices are noisy places. Heck, your day likely starts with an alarm buzzing. From the moment you wake until the time your head hits the pillow for the day, your day is filled with beeps, alerts, pings, and, well, noise.

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014-In spite of all the things that we do every day, books are still the surest pathway to success for physicians.

013-Nature is our greatest teacher. If we take the time to get outdoors and be part of nature’s beauty, you will quickly appreciate the lessons that nature teaches us. Of the thousands of examples, the lessons of the bamboo tree have been paramount toward my personal and professional success.

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011- As high achieving physicians, we are focused, goal orientated, and consider ourselves successful. Yet, why do many of us struggle with physician burnout? While the reasons are wide-ranging, I content that part of the problem is we struggle with the notion of being a leader.

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009- Do you have this nagging worry that you are not quite “good enough” at work? How about at home? Are you constantly criticizing yourself—perhaps more lately? Do you feel you are not smart enough or as competent as your physician colleagues?

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006-We have all been there.

005 - As a high achieving, goal-oriented physician, we feel that we have to be the absolute best in our field, in our hospital, and in our department. Unfortunately, this is an unattainable goal. And the pursuit of being perfect or being the "best doctor" will lead you to your burnout.

004 - Do you feel overwhelmed trying to please everyone?

003 - Ever wonder how you could be more productive in your personal and professional life only to go down a rabbit hole of blogs, YouTube videos, podcasts on productivity?

002 - Have you noticed that as the culture of medicine is changing? That physician burnout is rising?