Ep 20. Humor, Hope & the Practice of Law with Amanda Hill, JD

What if the most powerful thing you could say is simply, “I don’t know”?

In this inspiring and deeply honest conversation, Amanda Hill, JD—healthcare attorney and advocate for physicians—joins Dr. Amna Shabbir to share her journey with perfectionism. From striving to be the perfect mom and professional to realizing the price of always needing to “get it right,” Amanda opens up about the toll that perfectionism takes and how humor, self-compassion, and embracing imperfection became her superpowers.

Together, they explore:

✅ The hidden fears driving perfectionism
✅How perfectionism masks impostor syndrome
✅Amanda’s pivotal motherhood and legal career lessons
✅ Why saying “I don’t know” can be powerful and freeing
✅ The difference between healthy striving and self-sabotage
✅ How humor and humanity heal our perfectionist patterns
✅ Amanda’s #1 advice for high achievers who feel stuck

👤 About the Guest:
Amanda Hill is a seasoned healthcare attorney, writer, and passionate advocate for physicians with over 23 years of experience in the medical-legal field. She began her career working for the U.S. government defending large hospitals. She later served as general counsel for a multi-specialty group and a federally qualified health center in Austin, Texas. In 2015, Amanda founded Hill Health Law Group, where she specializes in representing physicians in contract negotiations, compliance, and practice management. She’s also the creator of Guard My Practice, a video platform designed to help doctors navigate legal challenges with confidence. Amanda is the author of key legal manuals for the Texas Medical Association and is known for her sharp legal mind, heartfelt advocacy, and signature humor.

🔗Connect with Amanda:
💻 Website: https://www.amandabhill.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-b-hill-7093ab4/

🎙About the Host:
Dr. Amna Shabbir is a Dual Board-certified Physician, Master Certified Coach, Professional Speaker, Employee Wellness Strategist, Mental Health Advocate, and Super Mom. She empowers high achievers to redefine success and create sustainable well-being via coaching, speaking, and virtual programs. Dr.Shabbir is the Founder of Amna Shabbir Wellness Coaching and the Early Career Physicians Institute®.

This episode is part of her special book-writing project on unmasking perfectionism.

🔗Connect with Dr. Shabbir:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/
🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking

❌ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.

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