How do we navigate the emotional toll of working in healthcare? Each of us, whether a radiologist, nurse, or tech, bears witness to the suffering of others every day.
We all have a choice and a responsibility to attend to our own emotional needs in ways that are nurturing and helpful.
In my experience, narrative medicine skills have been incredibly beneficial.
If you haven't explored these techniques yet, I encourage you to give them a try.
What strategies have you found effective for managing emotional stress in your practice?
Ryan McCarthy is an internal medicine physician.
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