Keeping the Friendship Fires Burning

Keeping the Friendship Fires Burning FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, August 22, 2006 Friends not only feed our souls, they make us physically healthier I drove home this evening with a smile on my face, singing along with the...

Being Single Poses Unique Challenges for Doctors

Being Single Poses Unique Challenges for Doctors FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, May 23, 2006 Busy schedules, rules about dating patients among obstacles to finding love for those who want to change their status I have just...

Simple Steps Can Help Boost Clinic Morale

Simple Steps Can Help Boost Clinic Morale FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, November 22, 2005 Work together to foster a positive outlook and help all team members feel more appreciated Q: Every day that I go to work at the...

Turbulent Teen Years Require Understanding

Turbulent Teen Years Require Understanding FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, October 25, 2005 Physicians should put away their professional role when helping their kids become individuals Q: My 15-year-old daughter is sullen...

Denying Illness Robs You of Help

Denying Illness Robs You of Help FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, October 4, 2005 Q: I am a medical resident and have been recently diagnosed with a chronic medical illness. I am in shock, as I am young and fit, and expected to...

Preparation Eases Stress of Big Changes

Preparation Eases Stress of Big Changes FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, June 25, 2005 Simple steps can make moving and starting a new job more manageable Q: I am just finishing my residency and moving to a new city to start a...

Toot (Don’t Blow) Your Own Horn

Toot (Don’t Blow) Your Own Horn FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, May 31, 2005 Q: I see other colleagues in my department moving ahead, being promoted and recognized for their achievements. I am glad for them. Yet, I wonder...

Dealing with the Demon Anger

Dealing with the Demon Anger FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, April 26, 2005 Venting, writing a letter you never send and setting boundaries are all steps in handling tempestuous co-workers I am trying to be more assertive and...

Four Simple Steps Can Help Resolve Unspoken Conflicts

Four Simple Steps Can Help Resolve Unspoken Conflicts FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, March 22, 2005 Subjugating your own needs to avoid problems can lead to resentment and eventually end relationships Q: I read with interest...

Assert Yourself to Enhance Success

Assert Yourself to Enhance Success FREE GUIDE: 10 TIPS TO DEAL WITH STRESS Medical PostHelping Hand Column, February 22, 2005 Many physicians find being assertive difficult, but you’re more likely to get what you want if you ask for it Q: I am in a practice with...