Calling all arty medics!
Do you have hidden artistic talents? Are you craving an opportunity to dust off your paintbrushes? Do you have creative works that you would love…
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As doctors it can be much easier to be compassionate towards our patients than it is to be compassionate towards ourselves. The post below from The Joyful Doctor describes this beautifully.
A quote from Kristen Neff, self compassion researcher explains self compassion thus, “Instead of mercilessly judging and criticizing yourself for various inadequacies or shortcomings, self-compassion…
MDOK now has a choir! What a brilliant initiative. When we look at building a positive workplace culture, activities that value employees and build connection, friendship and fun can be incredibly powerful. What could be introduced at your workplace?
Medicine comes in many forms. Sometimes, it’s coffee with a good friend, a boxing session, or a gentle stroll in the park with the dog.…
It’s not just in Australia that doctors face challenges to both their health and accessing health care. This recent report from the BMA details similar findings in the UK.
Key principles to improving mental health among doctors and medical students from the report: Building a supportive culture – Valuing the NHS workforce: promoting shared…