In this episode, we explore the silent identity crisis so many doctors face, especially during transitions, burnout, or time away from clinical work. I share personal stories from med school, ICU, and community service — plus research that links professional identity with burnout.
You’ll hear about:
- Why doctors struggle to separate who they are from what they do
- The dangers of performance-based validation
- What psychologists call “enmeshment” — and how to avoid it
- How to reclaim your sense of self beyond the hospital
If you’ve ever wondered, “Who am I when I’m not doctoring?” — this episode is for you.
Referenced links:
- LinkedIn: Being a Doctor — Does it Lead to Identity and Personality Issues?
- ResearchGate: The Relationship Between Professional Identity and Burnout Among Occupational Therapists
- Harvard Business Review: What Happens When Your Career Becomes Your Whole Identity
🎙 Redoctoring is a podcast for doctors redefining success, identity, and life outside the traditional medical path.
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