Jessi Gold, MD, MS - How Do You Feel? Finding Humanity, Humor, and Healing in Medicine

In this insightful episode, I sit down with Dr. Jessi Gold, psychiatrist and author of the powerful new book, How Do You Feel: One Doctor's Search for Humanity in Medicine. Dr. Gold shares her journey of self-discovery as she navigates the intersection of medicine and mental health, offering a fresh perspective on the importance of empathy and emotional awareness in healthcare. Join us as we explore how Dr. Gold’s book challenges traditional medical narratives and advocates for a more compassionate approach to both patient care and self-care in the medical field. Listen in! Key Takeaways: - The Power of Self-Reflection: Why understanding and acknowledging our emotions is important in the pursuit of mental well-being. - Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma: Our conversation highlights the stigma around mental health in the medical profession and the urgent need for more open, supportive conversations about the mental well-being of both doctors and patients. - Self-Awareness in Medicine: Dr. Gold shares insights from her book on the critical need for self-reflection among healthcare providers, discussing how awareness of one’s own emotions can enhance patient care. - Humanizing the Medical Profession: Dr. Gold advocates for a healthcare model that recognizes doctors as humans with emotional needs, encouraging a holistic, humane approach to medical education and practice. - Practical Strategies for Mental Health: Dr. Gold offers practical self-care techniques and mindset shifts for those in high-stress careers, with a focus on managing burnout and fostering resilience in demanding work environments. Connect with Dr. Gold: - Dr. Gold's Book - How Do You Feel: One Doctor's Search for Humanity in Medicine by Dr. Jessi Gold - https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1982199776?tag=simonsayscom - Dr. Gold's Website - https://www.drjessigold.com - Follow Dr. Jessi Gold on Social Media - You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/@drjessigold - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessi-gold-md-ms-14844bb/ - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjessigold/?hl=en - X - https://x.com/drjessigold - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drjessigold?lang=en