We are trained to do everything in our power to help our patients heal and recover. And while this drive to make a difference is commendable, it's important to recognize that sometimes the outcome is beyond our control and that can be hard to accept.
That's why learning how to develop a healthy detachment from outcomes is crucial. This means accepting that we can only do so much and that we need to choose where we can have the greatest impact. It's also about knowing our own limits and not giving more of ourselves than we are able to.
In healthcare, getting caught up in the idea that we can solve every problem and fix every ailment is easy. But the reality is that some outcomes are beyond our control. By developing a healthy detachment from outcomes, we can make better decisions about how we invest our time and energy, and avoid burnout.
This doesn't mean giving up on patients or not caring about their outcomes, it's about a balance between caring and being realistic. It's important to approach healthcare with a balance of compassion and detachment, that is how we can be effective and sustainable as health care providers.
Elizabeth LaRusso is a psychiatrist.
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