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2 episodes with jillian rigert
2 episodes with jillian rigert
2 episodes with jillian rigert
2 episodes with jillian rigert
Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow, discusses her KevinMD article, "Is perfectionism something to strive for or heal from?" Jillian explores the emotional toll of perfectionism, its connection to shame, and her journey toward self-compassion and healing. Drawing insights from Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart, she shares how unprocessed shame shaped her perfectionist tendencies and the profound impact of letting go of rigid beliefs about achievement. This conversation offers practical takeaways on recognizing the roots of perfectionism, embracing vulnerability, and cultivating empathy and self-compassion for a more fulfilling life. Our presenting sponsor is DAX Copilot by Microsoft. DAX Copilot, by Microsoft, is your AI assistant for automated clinical documentation and workflows. DAX Copilot allows physicians to do more with less and turn their words into a powerful productivity tool. DAX Copilot automates clinical documentation—making it available in the EHR within minutes—and clinical workflows, including referral letters, after-visit summaries, style and formatting customizations, and more. 70 percent of physicians who use DAX Copilot say it improves their work-life balance while reducing feelings of burnout and fatigue. Patients love it too! 93 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational, and 75 percent of physicians say it improves patient experiences. Discover AI-powered solutions for clinical documentation and workflows. Click here to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus
In this episode, I sit down with Jillian Rigert to explore her journey of self-discovery and authenticity. We dive into the pressures that often lead us away from our true passions and discuss the importance of giving ourselves permission to pivot when something no longer aligns. We also touch on the challenges of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the fear of failure that many high achievers face. Jillian shares her experiences with identity shifts and how embracing her true self led to greater fulfillment and genuine connections. For full show notes, head to coachellyn.com/podcast, and, of course, follow me on Instagram OR check out my YouTube Channel for more! Key Words authenticity, societal pressures, permission to pivot, self-discovery, values, passions, people-pleasing, perfectionism, fear of failure, high achievers, guilt, shame, belonging, authenticity, career pivots, societal expectations, values, identity shifts, self-awareness, self-trust, control, decision-making, military, eating disorder, genuine connections Key Takeaways: Give yourself permission to pivot and pursue what aligns with your authentic self. Societal pressures and expectations can lead us astray from our true passions and values. High achievers often struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the fear of failure. Embracing authenticity and letting go of guilt and shame is essential for personal growth. Finding a sense of belonging comes from being true to oneself and surrounding oneself with supportive people. Stepping into one's authentic self often requires challenging societal expectations and conforming to one's own values. Identity shifts can be destabilizing, but it's important to remember that worthiness is not tied to career titles or achievements. Self-awareness and self-trust are crucial in navigating career pivots and making decisions based on the present moment. Focusing on what can be controlled and accepting the uncertainty of the future can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Genuine connections and relationships are more valuable than external markers of success. Sound Bites "I made it my mission to help others learn these lessons before they get to the place where they don't have time to change." "I'm finally getting back to what I actually thought was my authentic desire which was to become a therapist. So why not start now?" "I constantly was striving for external validation, mostly by people close to me, and I never could do enough." "What are some of the things as you started emerging from this, stepping more into your authentic self, doing these things that felt like they were infinitely more aligned with who you should have been this entire time, what did that look like?" "I'm so glad I joined the Air Force. I really loved it. And I think I could have found a place where I was, you know, the healer as part of the mission." "Control the controllables, but be able to really feel the human experience, which is a whole spectrum of emotions." About Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD Life & Leadership Coaching After pushing herself to exhaustion in pursuit of worth through achievements, Jillian realized her path as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon was unsustainable. Feeling trapped, she risked my career to save her life and transitioned into oral medicine, academia, and research. Through coaching, Jillian reclaimed control and now helps others create fulfilling lives grounded in self-compassion and true worth. Website | Click Here Social Media | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube ---
In this episode, I sit down with Jillian Rigert to explore her journey of self-discovery and authenticity. We dive into the pressures that often lead us away from our true passions and discuss the importance of giving ourselves permission to pivot when something no longer aligns. We also touch on the challenges of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the fear of failure that many high achievers face. Jillian shares her experiences with identity shifts and how embracing her true self led to greater fulfillment and genuine connections. For full show notes, head to coachellyn.com/podcast, and, of course, follow me on Instagram OR check out my YouTube Channel for more! Key Words authenticity, societal pressures, permission to pivot, self-discovery, values, passions, people-pleasing, perfectionism, fear of failure, high achievers, guilt, shame, belonging, authenticity, career pivots, societal expectations, values, identity shifts, self-awareness, self-trust, control, decision-making, military, eating disorder, genuine connections Key Takeaways: Give yourself permission to pivot and pursue what aligns with your authentic self. Societal pressures and expectations can lead us astray from our true passions and values. High achievers often struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the fear of failure. Embracing authenticity and letting go of guilt and shame is essential for personal growth. Finding a sense of belonging comes from being true to oneself and surrounding oneself with supportive people. Stepping into one's authentic self often requires challenging societal expectations and conforming to one's own values. Identity shifts can be destabilizing, but it's important to remember that worthiness is not tied to career titles or achievements. Self-awareness and self-trust are crucial in navigating career pivots and making decisions based on the present moment. Focusing on what can be controlled and accepting the uncertainty of the future can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Genuine connections and relationships are more valuable than external markers of success. Sound Bites "I made it my mission to help others learn these lessons before they get to the place where they don't have time to change." "I'm finally getting back to what I actually thought was my authentic desire which was to become a therapist. So why not start now?" "I constantly was striving for external validation, mostly by people close to me, and I never could do enough." "What are some of the things as you started emerging from this, stepping more into your authentic self, doing these things that felt like they were infinitely more aligned with who you should have been this entire time, what did that look like?" "I'm so glad I joined the Air Force. I really loved it. And I think I could have found a place where I was, you know, the healer as part of the mission." "Control the controllables, but be able to really feel the human experience, which is a whole spectrum of emotions." About Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD Life & Leadership Coaching After pushing herself to exhaustion in pursuit of worth through achievements, Jillian realized her path as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon was unsustainable. Feeling trapped, she risked my career to save her life and transitioned into oral medicine, academia, and research. Through coaching, Jillian reclaimed control and now helps others create fulfilling lives grounded in self-compassion and true worth. Website | Click Here Social Media | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube ---
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Join us for a conversation with Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. Jillian shares her journey of overcoming mental illness during medical school, redefining self-worth, and challenging harmful societal values. She discusses the importance of living authentically, the role of meaningful relationships, and the power of hope and resilience. This episode offers valuable insights on aligning your life with your true values and minimizing regrets. Jillian Rigert is an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. She discusses the KevinMD article, "Navigating life's transitions: How I turned my struggles into support." Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company. Together, Microsoft and Nuance are leveraging their rich digital technology and advanced AI capabilities to tackle some of health care's biggest challenges. AI-driven technology promises to revolutionize patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 85 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Discover AI-powered clinical documentation that writes itself. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus
Physician coaches Michelle Chestovich and Jillian Rigert have a stigma stopping conversation about mental health and eating disorders. Jillian shares her own personal struggles and her story of healing that will be an inspiration to all.Click here to connect with Dr Jillian Rigert: https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever felt the weight of societal expectations pressing down on you, urging you to chase a version of success that never truly resonates with your core? This is a reality many of us grapple with, including our guest Jillian Rigert, who sheds light on her transformative journey of breaking free from the constraints of titles and the arrival fallacy. As your guide, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, I too share my personal evolution from dental student to someone deeply immersed in existential questions and spiritual wellness. Together, we dissect the nuances of self-confidence, the art of setting boundaries, and the profound moments that compel us to live in alignment with our true selves.The path to authentic living often requires us to reconnect with what matters most. In the high-stakes world of medicine, where personal neglect can be a troubling norm, we examine the stark reality of ignoring our basic human needs for the sake of career demands. This episode is an impassioned call to my fellow medical professionals, and anyone feeling the crunch of their profession, to honor our bodies, minds, and spirits. You'll hear candid discussions on the necessity of checking in with our happiness, reevaluating life choices, and the daring act of reshaping our work environments to nurture our well-being.In the spirit of authenticity, we also brave the complex terrain of eating disorder recovery and the cultivation of self-worth. By sharing my collegiate running experience and the lessons learned from facing an eating disorder, we shine a light on the power of community support and the reclaiming of personal agency. The episode culminates with an exploration of self-worth, self-compassion, and the societal forces that mold our perceptions of success. We address the double standards women face in professional settings and the courage it takes to stand firm in our power. So, join us as we embrace the strength that comes from vulnerability and the quest for a life that truly reflects who we are.Connect with Jillian:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigertWatch our video cast together!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVylZOaEaiYThough I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving!https://www.theworthyphysician.com/booksLet's connect for speaking opportunities!https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speakerCheck out the free resources from The Worthy Physician:https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloadsBattle of the Boxes21 Day Self Focus Journal
Send us a Text Message.As the days grow longer and the academic year winds to a close, I invite you to embrace the coming summer not just as a season for leisure, but as a pivotal time for introspection and goal-setting. Picture this: a serendipitous breakdown on a New Mexico highway led me to an epiphany about the necessity of creating intentional spaces for self-reflection. That's the kind of transformative journey I share on this episode of The Worthy Physician, where we explore the 'loss of self' that so many of us, especially in high-pressure careers like medicine, often face. It's a call to action—to pause, to reflect, to realign with your core values, and to reignite your passion for both your career and your life as we transition into the year's second act.Harness the quiet of summer to craft your own narrative. Scribble down your triumphs, your musings, even your fleeting thoughts—it's all part of your evolving story. For those inspired to delve deeper, I hint at an upcoming workbook designed to assist you on this journey of self-improvement, providing the framework for a summer of meaningful growth. And to elevate your motivation, next week's episode will feature Dr. Jillian Rigert, whose inspiring transformation promises to offer invaluable insights for personal and professional rejuvenation. So, listen in and let the season of warmth guide you to a summer of self-discovery and renewed purpose.Coming May 27, 2024, a workbook, From Loss to Legacy Renewing Your Sense of Self will be available for purchase. Dive deeper into the most important relationship--yourself!Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving!https://www.theworthyphysician.com/booksLet's connect for speaking opportunities!https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speakerCheck out the free resources from The Worthy Physician:https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloadsBattle of the Boxes21 Day Self Focus Journal
In this episode we speak about creating peace within ourselves by reframing self-criticism into self-compassion, developing a curious, non-judgmental mind, and letting go of false beliefs of who we should be as we embrace who we are. Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD is a Certified Martha Beck Wayfinder Life Coach and Leadership Coach who helps high achievers create a fulfilling life true to themselves- free from societal pressures that lead us astray. Jillian is currently working on bringing more mindfulness exercises to her YouTube community, "A Life True To You", so that people will have more resources to experiment with which modalities they want to explore for their own healing. Website https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/Social Media Links:https://www.youtube.com/@JillianRigertDMDMD https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/ --------------- Dr. Sharon McLaughlin, a physician who helps other women bring peacefulness and stress relief into their lives. As the visionary behind the Female Physician Entrepreneurs Network and Business Program, she dedicates herself to empowering women. My workbook https://sharonmclaughlinmd.com/workbook My journals https://sharonmclaughlinmd.com/journals For women physicians https://fpestrong.com Her website https://sharonmclaughlinmd.com You can reach her at sharon@sharonmclaughlinmd.com #peacefulness #mentalhealth
In this episode we speak about creating peace within ourselves by reframing self-criticism into self-compassion, developing a curious, non-judgmental mind, and letting go of false beliefs of who we should be as we embrace who we are. Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD is a Certified Martha Beck Wayfinder Life Coach and Leadership Coach who helps high achievers create a fulfilling life true to themselves- free from societal pressures that lead us astray. Jillian is currently working on bringing more mindfulness exercises to her YouTube community, "A Life True To You", so that people will have more resources to experiment with which modalities they want to explore for their own healing. Website https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/Social Media Links:https://www.youtube.com/@JillianRigertDMDMD https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/ --------------- Dr. Sharon McLaughlin, a physician who helps other women bring peacefulness and stress relief into their lives. As the visionary behind the Female Physician Entrepreneurs Network and Business Program, she dedicates herself to empowering women. My workbook https://sharonmclaughlinmd.com/workbook My journals https://sharonmclaughlinmd.com/journals For women physicians https://fpestrong.com Her website https://sharonmclaughlinmd.com You can reach her at sharon@sharonmclaughlinmd.com #peacefulness #mentalhealth
The Mindful Healers Podcast with Dr. Jessie Mahoney and Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang
Words of wisdom from a professional pivoter. In today's episode, we delve into the transformative power of pivoting in both life and career. Dr. Jillian shares strategies for embracing change, giving yourself permission, and learning to put your opinion above the opinion of others. Trigger warning: Blunt mentions of suicide and eating disorders occur in this episode. Giving yourself permission to pivot is hard. Societal pressures often lead us astray from what truly matters. We spend a lot of time in our lives worrying about crap that doesn't actually matter. Ask yourself these questions: Are my current actions aligned with my current goals and aspirations? Am I open to embracing change, or do I tend to resist it? What pivotal moments have I experienced in my own life or career and what would I do differently? Career paths are rarely linear, and sometimes it's necessary to pivot to pursue new passions or align with our changing priorities. In medicine, we are told that pivoting is equal to failure. What if it is actually success? We hope you enjoy this special guest episode. Find more about Dr. Jillian Rigert at www.jillianrigertcoaching.com. https://www.youtube.com/@JillianRigertDMDMD https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/ Listen to Jessie as a guest on Dr. Jillian's YouTube channel A Life True to You here. We discuss Sustainable Well-being. https://www.youtube.com/@JillianRigertDMDMD https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/ Move beyond consuming stories and information. True change happens when you do the work - virtually and/or in-person. Coach with Jessie - 1:1, in topic-focused small groups, or at a retreat. www.jessiemahoneymd.com Work with both of us in person at The Mindful Healers Annual Retreat www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats Hire one or both of us to speak or lead a workshop on any topic covered in the Mindful Healers Podcast. We also create team retreats, teach yoga, and offer experiential mindfulness for teams, groups, grand rounds, institutions, and conferences. www.awakenbreath.org , www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking *Nothing shared in the Mindful Healers Podcast is medical advice. #physicianwellness #mindfulnesscoach #pauseandpresence #physiciancoach #burnout
Join Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. In this episode, we delve into the world of eating disorders, drawing from Jillian's unique perspective as both a patient and a health care professional. We explore topics such as maintaining hope during recovery, the impact of diagnostic terminology, the need for increased research funding, and the challenges of eating disorder treatment. Jillian Rigert is an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. She discusses the KevinMD article, "Words of caution when considering the use of 'terminal anorexia': perspective from lived experience." Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company. Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians. Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/MnRZzy Powered by CMEfy.
It was an amazing pleasure having Jillian Rigert on the show! Jillian is a phenomenal Oral Medicine Physician, Post-Doc Research Fellow in Radiation Oncology, Air Force Veteran, Leadership Coach, Blogger, YouTube Enthusiast. I had a great time discussing the many different humanistic element that can make for an authentic life as well as pursuing your true life passions. We also get into a deep dive on the overall health/medicine and the mental health addiction field and how we can improve our management and leadership. We also get into great discussions on client/patient quality care as well as the health professionals self care to better avoid burnout and compassion fatigue. Jillian truly values the opportunity to partner with individuals through coaching and connect through writing in hopes the messages help others- Jillian's blogs may be found on KevinMD.com, doctorsonsocialmedia.com, and her personal coaching blog (jillianrigertcoaching.com/blog). Jillian's contact information linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert jillian.rigert@gmail.com jillian_rigert jillianrigertcoaching.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JillianRigertDMDMD linktr.ee/jillian_rigert Sponsor CalmiGo Enter the code BHIPODCAST for $30 off the device. calmigo.com?fid=614&utm_source=affiliatly&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=Jacob_Minnig-614&utm_content=facebook-ig&utm_term=BHIPODCAST&source=affiliatly&placement=facebook-ig&medium=influencer&aff_id=614&aff_name=Jacob_Minnig&coupon_code=BHIPODCA
It was an amazing pleasure having Jillian Rigert on the show! Jillian is a phenomenal Oral Medicine Physician, Post-Doc Research Fellow in Radiation Oncology, Air Force Veteran, Leadership Coach, Blogger, YouTube Enthusiast. I had a great time discussing the many different humanistic element that can make for an authentic life as well as pursuing your true life passions. We also get into a deep dive on the overall health/medicine and the mental health addiction field and how we can improve our management and leadership. We also get into great discussions on client/patient quality care as well as the health professionals self care to better avoid burnout and compassion fatigue. Jillian truly values the opportunity to partner with individuals through coaching and connect through writing in hopes the messages help others- Jillian's blogs may be found on KevinMD.com, doctorsonsocialmedia.com, and her personal coaching blog (jillianrigertcoaching.com/blog). Jillian's contact information linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert jillian.rigert@gmail.com jillian_rigert jillianrigertcoaching.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JillianRigertDMDMD linktr.ee/jillian_rigert Sponsor CalmiGo Enter the code BHIPODCAST for $30 off the device. calmigo.com?fid=614&utm_source=affiliatly&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=Jacob_Minnig-614&utm_content=facebook-ig&utm_term=BHIPODCAST&source=affiliatly&placement=facebook-ig&medium=influencer&aff_id=614&aff_name=Jacob_Minnig&coupon_code=BHIPODCA
Dear friends - here is the long-awaited last installment of the book study with Dr. Jillian Rigert! We cover the last section of the book and our overall thoughts of Fierce Self-Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff. We also talk about our lives and the direction(s) we're going. Join us for a conversation in which we laugh, tear up, and show deep respect for the human experience. Learn more about Jillian here - Website, YouTube, LinkedIn Women Physicians & Dentists - Join us in the Emerge Community. It's fun (and free). Sign up here.
Dr Jillian Rigert has doctorate degrees in dentistry and medicine with a specialty in oral medicine. She is an Air Force veteran, a postdoctoral research fellow in Radiation Oncology, and Certified Life and Professional Leadership Coach. Through coaching and her YouTube channel (‘A Life True to You'), Jillian's mission is to help people discover or rediscover what it means to create a life true to themselves - free from societal pressures that lead them astray. Outside of work, she loves to spend time with her dog, Reese, and is an avid runner. Jillian started her career by fast tracking into a dental school and dedicating herself to becoming an Air Force oral and maxillofacial surgeon. A “leader” to her at that time meant chasing high achievements, doing the hardest job we could possibly do, pushing ourselves to the limits mentally and physically, being confident and taking on formal leadership titles including her roles as an Air Force officer and surgeon trainee. In 2014-2017, her perspective started to unravel. Sleep deprivation, self-doubt, under-nourishment and exhaustion from constantly pushing herself to the limits led to serious illness which nearly cost her life. Her experience helped her to see how societal values often lead us astray from what truly matters in life and altered her perspective on what it means to be a leader. Now, being a leader to Jillian includes living with integrity, in alignment with your core values, advocating for what we believe is right, and creating a psychologically safe environment for others to do the same. A leader lives it to give it - in other words “walks the talk.” Jillian believes that learning how to be leaders of our own lives is a great and important first step in learning how to be a leader for others in a way that's authentic and sustainable. In this episode, Jillian and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home' leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Jillian can be found and/or contacted via the following online platform addresses: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JillianRigertDMDMDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/Website: https://jillianrigertcoaching.com/Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via dr.adam@coachingmentoringdoctors.com.His web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/He has co-written a new online course entitled ‘How to be Assertive, Maintain Boundaries, and Say “No!”‘ which can be accessed instantly here for only £55/$70:
Join us for a conversation on chapters 2-4 of Fierce Self Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff. A lot is shared in this episode about our lives, our perceptions, and how we shaped (and beat up) our younger selves. You'll also hear how compassion has helped us evolve into who we are today. Learn more about Dr. Jillian Rigert here - Website, YouTube, LinkedIn Women Physicians & Dentists - Join us in the Emerge Community - Sign up here.
Celebrating 50,000 downloads and introducing you to the amazing Dr. Jillian Rigert. Jillian has incredible depth, kindness, and compassion for others. We are teaming up for this book study because both of us lived for years without self-compassion. . . and we've had to learn differently. Today's episode of the podcast covers the Introduction and Chapter 1 of Dr. Kristin Neff's book Fierce Self-Compassion. We'll talk about what stirred in our hearts, why we've believed that we aren't good enough or worthy of kindness/compassion, and how we think differently today. It's an offering to take your internal work on self-compassion even farther. Part 2 of the book study will release in a few weeks and cover Chapters 2-4. Jillian references Dr. Olivia Ong's TedX talk “How to Be Your Own Best Friend” - find it here. Learn more about Jillian here - Website, YouTube, LinkedIn Women Physicians & Dentists - Join us in the Emerge Community. It's fun (and free). Sign up here.
Celebrate 5 years of this podcast with us! This brief episode will share updates, takeaways, and what's coming up on the podcast - a book study with Dr. Jillian Rigert of Fierce Self Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff. So thankful you are part of this community.
Today's episode is simple. . .big smile. At least it's intellectually simple. It's quite challenging to do consistently. We are looking at what it takes for you to be a better you. We'll explore both the mindset and strategy in 6 different areas. The goal is to create compelling arguments so that there is no turning back. So that you are committed to the practices that set you up for success. The time to be a better you is every single day. Start here with this episode. Join Dr. Jillian Rigert and me with the book study of Fierce Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff. This launches mid-July with Chapter 1. Women Physicians & Dentists, join us at Emerge Stronger in February.
Join us for an insightful episode of Right Brain Rounds featuring Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD, and Anik Cockroft, D.O., as they discuss overcoming burnout, finding autonomy, and promoting well-being in medical practices. These exceptional physicians share practical insights, personal stories, and the importance of community support in the medical profession. Tune in to discover valuable advice and inspiration for healthcare professionals at all career stages.
In this episode of "It's Not Rocket Science," host Dr. Ahn Tsung interviews Dr. Jillian Rigert, an Oral Medicine physiciaIn this episode of "It's Not Rocket Science," host Dr. Ahn Tsung interviews Dr. Jillian Rigert, an Oral Medicine physician and life and leadership coach. Dr. Rigert shares her personal journey of realizing the importance of rest and recovery for productivity. She discusses her experience in surgical residency and the mental health challenges she faced when she neglected to take time for herself. Dr. Rigert emphasizes the need for individuals, especially high achievers, to prioritize rest and reset in order to find true productivity and fulfillment.Key Points:The importance of rest and recovery for productivity.Lessons learned from neglecting self-care and the impact on mental health.Recognizing the need for alternative options and exploring new paths.Overcoming the fear of disappointing others and making choices aligned with personal well-being.The power of embracing authenticity and finding a sense of belonging.Changing the narrative and self-talk to foster self-compassion and growth.Embracing discomfort and uncertainty as opportunities for personal development.Building a supportive community and seeking help in the healing process.Shifting perspective on rest as a productive and essential practice.Key Quotes:"To be productive, you actually need to have the grit to recover.""We often feel trapped and exhausted, but rest can be the most productive thing we can do.""Survival mode limits our ability to see alternative options.""Change requires embracing discomfort and facing the realities of our current situation.""The opposite of belonging is fitting in. Embrace your authentic self and attract your tribe.""Rest is an opportunity for growth, both mentally and physically.""Stillness and discomfort can lead to personal and professional growth."n and life and leadership coach. Dr. Rigert shares her personal journey of realizing the importance of rest and recovery for productivity. She discusses her experience in surgical residency and the mental health challenges she faced when she neglected to take time for herself. Dr. Rigert emphasizes the need for individuals, especially high achievers, to prioritize rest and reset in order to find true productivity and fulfillment.Key Quotes:"To be productive, you actually need to have the grit to recover.""We often feel trapped and exhausted, but rest can be the most productive thing we can do.""Survival mode limits our ability to see alternative options.""Change requires embracing discomfort and facing the realities of our current situation.""The opposite of belonging is fitting in. Embrace your authentic self and attract your tribe.""Rest is an opportunity for growth, both mentally and physically.""Stillness and discomfort can lead to personal and professional growth."YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JillianRigertDMDMDResources discussed: The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck: https://a.co/d/jlldVjfDo Nothing by Celeste Headlee: https://a.co/d/4wB9W8PAbout Jillian:Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD is an Oral Medicine Physician and Life and Professional Leadership dedicated to bringing the humans back into the healing. She is passionate about helping people to discover or rediscover what it means to live a life true to themselves and create a life that is in alignment with their own core values - freeing themselves from living for the expectations of others.
Dr. Jillian Rigert is a Life and Leadership Coach, an Oral Medicine Physician, Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Radiation Oncology, Air Force Veteran, Dog Mom, and YouTube enthusiast dedicated to supporting people as they lean into what it means to live in alignment with their core values and create the life that they deeply desire. She joins me this week to share the problem with doing things just for other people's expectations while neglecting your own basic needs, core values, and the people you love. Jillian doesn't hold back in sharing some gut-wrenching stories about the reality of giving 110% for external approval and shows you how to find your way back, start being true to yourself, and begin to live with integrity. Get the full show notes and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/68
The world can be so chaotic sometimes. Different things will motivate you to decide on relationships, education, and career. However, we can never eliminate the hardships and pressures it produces within our minds. Thus, for mentally tough people, life can be more traumatic and challenging to handle or even to survive. Many incredible individuals, such as athletes, military, and veterans, are likely to experience depression that could sometimes lead to significant problems in mental, emotional, and physical health. Moreover, it has been stated that the core of mental toughness is self-compassion and that mentally tough individuals need to possess it. We often overlook our personal needs in our quest for success and belongingness. And it makes us more vulnerable and weaker, not having enough strength to fight more battles. Hence, we must free ourselves from societal expectations and start reclaiming ourselves from the destructive influence of imposter syndrome and the negative voices which destroy our confidence. We must also be willing to face the grief, guilt, and shame from our pasts and learn to process everything with the help of others who are willing to stretch out their hands for our good. As our guest speaker encourages us, "Choose life, you have one. Choose self-compassion; you deserve it." Dr. Jillian Rigert is an Oral Medicine Specialist, Head and Neck Cancer Researcher, YouTuber, Mental Health and Quality of Life Advocate, Air Force Veteran, and Certified Professional Leadership Coach. Jillian had experienced depression during a time when a career was a marker of success by societal standards. After years of navigating a life-threatening level of burnout, career transitions, identity loss, and deep diving into personal healing- life and leadership coaching completely transformed Jillian's life's trajectory. Now, she "lives to give it" and pays forward the fantastic benefits of coaching. Today, she specializes in partnering with clients as they work to reconnect with their essential selves, often during times of burnout and transitions in career and life. She supports individuals in exploring their authentic goals, establishing boundaries, and navigating the best next steps in their journeys. In this special episode with Dr. Jillian Rigert, we'll learn about the journey of a woman who battled with the negative thoughts within her mind and felt the loneliness of unbelonging. She seeks to raise mental health awareness, particularly on burnout, mind-body healing, and an eating disorder. Tune in as she shares her bravery, struggles, grief, and self-compassion story. "It was the environment that I was at that helped me to lean into everything and start to see that I needed to make some changes." – Dr. Jillian Rigert Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction + Episode Snippet (00:00:17) Introducing our special guest, Dr. Jillian Rigert (00:00:46) Advertisement: Obtain financial freedom with passive income! TimeOut with the SportsDr. teams up with Dr. Ronnie Shalev of Shalwin Properties to discuss things finance! Join Dr. Shalev's webinar or set up a 1-on-1 call; go to https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/sponsors. (00:02:12) Medicine and Dentistry: What encouraged Jillian to take the path she's currently taking? (00:04:02) The existential crisis: How do Jillian's busy moments affect her? (00:07:14) Imposter syndrome: What made Jillian think she was heading in the wrong path? (00:09:05) The peril of being in a High-risk environment while having low self-esteem (00:10:00) How was Jillian as a college athlete? (00:11:24) How athleticism helped Jillian become more confident (00:11:49) An obsessive exercise: Why running became unhealthy for Jillian? (00:12:32) Coping with career transition, identity loss, and grief (00:14:00) Advertisement: Sabre Bats, the training bat that will take you to your next swing. Go to https://www.sabrebats.net to know more. (00:14:44) The self-evaluation: What path should I take now? (00:16:13) How Jillian managed dealing with both the pandemic and her inner crisis? (00:19:00) Holding space for cancer patients (00:20:19) No steps are wasted. (00:21:00) What led Jillian into coaching? (00:22:54) How can we truly help people with eating disorders? (00:25:11) The power of knowing you're not alone: Share your story! (00:26:19) Final TimeOut with Dr. Jillian Rigert: How would you counsel someone under pressure to change yet going through a difficult time in her life? (00:26:50) The core of mental toughness is self-compassion (00:27:12) Never make everything big at one time. (00:28:22) Connect with Dr. Jillian Rigert. Key Takeaways: "We know people a lot from their face, and it impacts people to have more oral health and their self-esteem and their desire to go to levels and interview." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "I joined the Air Force and started my oral surgery residency. I picked my head up and thought I was not sure this was the right fit for me. The things I was experiencing at the time were during periods of long hours without sleep, and so I was becoming suicidal." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "So, I was just thinking, everyone looked fine around me, but why am I the only one that cannot hold up to what we need to do to be successful in surgery?" – Dr. Jillian Rigert "I got clouded by my lack of confidence, and I thought I didn't deserve to be in oral surgery." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "The core of mental toughness is self-compassion. People that are very mentally tough need to have self-compassion." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "Being remote helped me to realize that a chaotic setting isn't the best fit for me. With being so sensitive, maybe I need something slower." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "Without hope for my fight, it's easy to give up. So, to have a boundary, I didn't want to work with patients with eating disorders, but I resonated with this similar experience with people with cancer enough that I could learn how to hold space for them." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "No steps are wasted, whether they're failure, success, ups, downs, happiness, sadness, it all comes together to make us a unique individual." – Dr. Derrick Burgess "We go through things each day, and we feel so isolated because when the pressure is on you, it seems like you're alone many times." – Dr. Derrick Burgess "Self-compassion is not fluffy. It's not something that should be overlooked and seen as a soft skill. It's necessary." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "We should never make everything big at one time. It's always turtle steps so you can have a vision of what you want and make sure that your vision is in alignment with your core values." – Dr. Jillian Rigert "Make small turtle steps way forward so that you can always allow yourself permission to pivot as needed." – Dr. Jillian Rigert Connect with Dr. Jillian Rigert: Website: https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopivotcommunity Twitter: https://twitter.com/jillian_rigert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillian_dmd_md_and_reese_dog/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JillianRigertDMDMD Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. 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Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD has formal training in dentistry, medicine, and oral medicine. She is currently a postdoctoral research fellow in Radiation Oncology at a cancer institution as well as being a life and leadership coach with primary focus on life and career transitions. Jillian is a quality of life, mental health, and eating disorder awareness advocate and YouTube enthusiast where she shares life lessons from many who are seeking deeper meaning, purpose, and connection. Jillian's coaching website is jillianrigertcoaching.com and it includes a link to Permission to Pivot, and her FB group. The links for today's podcast with Dr. Jillian Rigert and our hosts are in the show notes.Show Notes:Jillian's coaching website is jillianrigertcoaching.com and it includes a link to Permission to Pivot, and her FB group The burnout article by Jillian that people love-https://www.kevinmd.com/2022/02/i-risked-my-career-to-save-my-life.htmlJillian's article with Kevin MD -The Military and Medicine https://www.kevinmd.com/2022/05/military-and-medicine-10-shared-risk-factors-for-eating-disorder-development.htmlOur Hosts:Linda and John (Jack) Mazur wrote, Emilee: The Story of a Girl and Her Family Hijacked by Anorexia, to honor their daughter's wish, to raise awareness, evoke compassion, and foster change in how eating disorders are viewed and treated. Paperback: and Kindle:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/170092012XAudiobook:https://www.amazon.com/Emilee-Story-Family-Hijacked-Anorexia/dp/B08R6LRPDSLinda and Jack can be reached through the book website: https://emileethestoryofagirl.com or at Linda.john.mazur@gmail.comEllen Bennett is the director of KMB for Answers, a non-profit charity providing educational and financial support for mental health professionals as well as assistance for families in search of resources. For more information about Ellen Bennett and the foundation founded in memory of her daughter Katlyn, go to: www.Kmbforanswers.com
Whelp, I found myself with the corona this week and did not have a back-up episode. Rather than come to you with my hacking cough from my corona den, I decided to take a page from my own book and focus on caring for myself... But fear not, I phoned a friend and fellow coach for a podcast takeover this week.. Meet Dr. Jillian Rigert, a military veteran, dentist, coach, and physician. Her motto is "live it to give it" and that is just what she does. Having overcome career burnout, severe suicidal ideations, and living with an eating disorder, Jillian lives to say the things that need saying in the hopes her words might benefit someone else. She describes herself as a "Human, not robot. Writer. YouTuber." You can find her at her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JillianRigertDMDMD/featured Within this episode, Jillian shares her key takeaways from the first 24 episodes of the show and offers some additional insights. Did this episode resonate with you? Please help me in spreading the word by subscribing and writing a review on your podcast platform. I'd love to hear from you. You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @Freedomforphysicians.
Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD has formal training in dentistry, medicine, and Oral Medicine. Her story includes pivoting from a fast-tracked trajectory into Air Force Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery following three years of residency following development of suicidal ideation. She is currently a postdoctoral research fellow in Radiation Oncology, Certified Professional Leadership Coach and Martha Back Wayfinder Life Coach Graduate, dedicated to improving the quality of life of all and reminding us- we are humans, not robots. We must bring the human back into healing. Dr. Rigert is also an Air Force veteran, marathoner, and D3 college endurance runner. As an early career specialist, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete, Dr. Rigert is no stranger to self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Learning to lean in as well as let go, Dr. Rigert will share her life lessons with you in hopes the lessons are helpful for your journey. Interested in connecting more? Dr. Rigert's passionate project is her YouTube channel dedicated to reminding us all- we are more than our titles, sharing the stories of many guests who prove it. Come join the community and make sure to subscribe and share! Dr. Rigert's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/JillianRigertDMDMD ( https://www.youtube.com/c/JillianRigertDMDMD) https://www.consciousinmedicine.com/pleasure (Play Program Preview)
"To reduce eating disorder risks and to support those who may be suffering in silence, we need to keep talking and promote awareness of the issues while clarifying long-held misconceptions about eating disorders. We can't help those who do not feel able to speak up. We can't help people that speak up and can't access treatment. We can't help when we constantly contribute to the problem through the cultures we create and perpetuate. With awareness of these concerns, we must use our voices to improve the culture of medicine and the military, including combating harmful messages around weight that instill shame and avoidance while lacking evidence-based rigor to back up their claims. We must reduce mental health stigmatization and the shame associated with asking for help. We must create psychological safety to talk about the hard things and end anyone's suffering in silence." Jillian Rigert is an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "Military and medicine: 10 shared risk factors for eating disorder development." Did you enjoy today's episode? Rate and review the show so more audiences can find The Podcast by KevinMD. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out. Click here to earn 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CME for this episode. Also available in Category 1 CME bundles. Powered by CMEfy - a seamless way for busy clinician learners to discover Internet Point-of-Care Learning opportunities that reward AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Learn more at about.cmefy.com/cme-info
Hi Navigators! We have a remarkable guest to introduce to you all today. Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD, joins Catherine and Francis to explore an array of topics, including Jillian's experience with an eating disorder and her recovery. She shares her relationship with anorexia nervosa as it relates to her identity, and how psychological and cognitive distortions and conditions like arrival fallacy, imposter syndrome, confirmation bias, and burnout all impacted her journey – both in difficult and uplifting ways. Jillian is a current trainee in Martha Beck's Wayfinder Life Coach Program, and has formal training in dentistry, medicine, and oral medicine. She is an Air Force Veteran, research fellow in Radiation Oncology, blogger and buddying activist on topics including anti-diet culture and eating disorder recovery. She brings these experiences to this platform in profound and insightful ways. And as a bonus, she introduces us all to her dog Reece! We hope there are pieces in this conversation which feel relatable and comforting, and of course, we thank Jillian for her time, energy, and intellect. Enjoy!CW: eating disorders, eating disorder recovery, eating disorder behaviors, suicidal ideation, discussion about weight-stigma and BMI, weight bias, military culture, medical bias and culture
Trigger Warning: In this episode we talk about suicidal ideation and eating disorders. If these subjects are difficult for you to hear, please join us for a different episode.Today I am speaking with my special guest and friend, Dr Jillian Rigert, MD, DMD. Dr Rigert has completed training in Dentistry and Medicine, and is currently working as both a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Radiation Oncology at MD Anderson in Houston, as well as a Professional Coach. She lives with her dog, Reece. She has written many articles on KevinMD, and been featured on the KevinMD podcast as well, and is the creator of the FB Group, "Permission to Pivot"To learn more about Dr. Rigert's Coaching Work:https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/To read her articles on KevinMD:https://www.kevinmd.com/post-author/jillian-rigertFind her on Facebook and Linked in by searching her name.Are you a Physician struggling with perfectionism? Do you believe if you just worked harder you would figure it out, but you are too exhausted to try? If so, I invite you to check out my upcoming program, Healing Perfectionism in Physicians. This program is designed to help you let go of perfectionism, people-pleasing and frustration, and find more joy, authenticity and self-compassion. Click here to learn more.
"I have spent years in silence about my career decisions, nervous that my inability to take call and inability to thrive while sleep-deprived could be seen as weaknesses. Being afraid to admit I was advocating for my mental health and my life. That's a problem. I am experiencing fear for advocating for the health and safety of myself and others for concern that I may sound weak. That's a big problem. Silence is not the answer. Avoiding talking about it is not the answer. I cannot avoid call hard enough for prolonged sleep deprivation to be less of a problem for others. So let's keep talking. Physicians need sleep. The system needs to change. Many are not OK. I was one of them. We need to normalize talking about the hard things and creating environments that promote psychological safety and the ability to truly ask for help, not censor our struggles in mental health appointments to save face. And if you need to hear it: It's OK to crave basic needs and advocate for them. You're a human, not a robot; we need to create a system made for humans, not robots. If you are having dark thoughts, please seek help. While the best time may have been days or months ago, the next best time is now." Jillian Rigert is an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "I risked my career to save my life." Did you enjoy today's episode? Rate and review the show so more audiences can find The Podcast by KevinMD. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out. Reflect and earn 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CME for this episode. Also available in Category 1 CME bundles. Powered by CMEfy - a seamless way for busy clinician learners to discover Internet Point-of-Care Learning opportunities that reward AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Learn more at about.cmefy.com/cme-info
Dr Jillian Rigert was in her surgical residency and suffering from sleep deprivation and dark thoughts when she had a moment of insight that staying on this course could cost her life. Michelle Chestovich MD explores with Jillian her journey and her recent speaking out/ writing many articles to share the message to other physician that they are not alone and change is possible.www.permissiontopivot.comjillianrigercoaching.comFor information about ACE Conference for Women Physicians:www.authenticphysicians.com
Recharting Your Life With Hope -Get Unstuck and Discover Direction, Purpose, and Joy for Your Life
This interview felt more like two friends and medical professionals sitting down to coffee than a podcast interview. We talked about our Wayfinder coaching program we're in, we chatted about our burnout stories (and Jillian turned the mic back on me to ask what my own pivots looked like) and we demonstrated a coaching tool on Jillian's thought that she didn't have enough money to sign up for a coaching program. If you're not on the path you want to be on, but lost the map and aren't sure what to do next, schedule a free mini coaching session to see if we're a good fit and to get a taste of coaching! Visit www.coachhopecook.com for more info on other packages! Take-home points from the interview: Burnout signs may include apathy, not caring as much about doing a good job or disordered eating, physical complaints like not sleeping or headaches or anxiety. Grinding through/showing grit is a societal expectation. Burnout is your Essential Self begging you to rest and recover In order to take time off, you'll come up against a lot of beliefs and thoughts about not being able to afford to take the time off. It's important to dissect these beliefs and see what's true and what's a thought error. Byron Katie has a method called "The Work" that helps you question your thoughts. Identify your support systems at work and home. Is your job a "people first" type job, or is it all about churning out productivity? Use therapists or coaches to help you see other options because when you're in the midst of burnout, your brain can't come up with any viable options to get you over the hump. When to consider therapy: If you've had trauma or grief and haven't addressed it. Consider coaching if you're functioning but want to function better- we'll teach you the tools for forward momentum Learning how to feel things in your body is huge because it allows you to identify which thoughts are helpful and which thoughts are causing pain Often our stories about ourselves aren't embedded in reality. We feel shame based on false beliefs. Like, "I'll be fired/perceived as weak" if I admit I'm burned out. Kevin MD article: Recovering from Burnout, a permission to pivot Books mentioned: The Way of Integrity and Finding your Own North Star (both by Martha Beck) Byron Katie "The Work" (these are the questions we refer to in the session) Dr. Jillian Rigert's website First episode with Dr. Jillian Rigert
"I was diagnosed over 20 years ago, and looking back, I feel privileged that I did meet the stereotype for anorexia and be forced into treatment. However, along the way, I have gained insight that people of all bodies share my struggles. And the use of weight/BMI to determine whether someone is struggling and should have access to treatment results in delayed diagnoses, limitations in access to care, prolonged suffering, invalidation, and shame." Jillian Rigert is an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "Eating disorders thrive in secrecy, so let's talk about it. Starting with BMI." Did you enjoy today's episode? Rate and review the show so more audiences can find The Podcast by KevinMD. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out. Reflect and earn 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CME for this episode. Also available in Category 1 CME bundles. Powered by CMEfy - a seamless way for busy clinician learners to discover Internet Point-of-Care Learning opportunities that reward AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Learn more at about.cmefy.com/cme-info
Eating Disorders Thrive in Secrecy, so Let's Talk About It! If you are struggling with an eating disorder or believe you may be, Go to the National Eating Disorders Association (https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.o...) for their Free online chat, call their Help Line at 1-800-931-2237 or contact their Crisis Line by Texting "NEDA" to 741741. Dr. Karla talks with Dr. Jillian Rigert (DMD and MD) about what teens, parents, doctors, and teachers can do to help teens recognize, get treatment and heal from eating disorders, starting with self-worth and self-compassion. You get to live your magical and FUN life! Dr. Rigert wrote an incredibly helpful blog for IME Community, titled, "Lessons from a recovering perfectionist". I found Dr. Rigert's blog and my interview with her to be so helpful and healing. We're talking about Eating Disorders in this video, so just know that if you are not feeling it, go ahead and stop listening. Also, the video is super helpful and healing, but doesn't take the place of going to your doctor and working with a therapist who specializes in eating disorder treatment. The earlier you are diagnosed and receive treatment, the better your outcome. First, if you are experiencing disordered eating, know that you are not alone, that it's never your fault, you are worthy of help and treatment and healing no matter where you are with your diagnosis. Recognize, you are not broken and you can heal and live your beautiful life. You don't cause and you don't control all the things in life. Eating disorders are a mental health diagnosis. They are a medical condition. You are not a diagnosis. I simply love you and want you to know that you are deserving of a self-love superpower life. Eating disorders are unfortunately common, cross gender lines, and do not have anything to do with weight. What do I mean by that? You cannot determine if someone has an eating disorder based on their weight and external appearance. In our society and culture, we feel entitled to comment on bodies and sizeism is a thing and so is weight bullying, weight stigma and bias, and the false association between weight and health. It's all 100% harmful. Dr. Jillian and I talk a lot about social media in this helpful discussion. It's very very helpful. Welcome to National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. I mean, I guess it's a good thing to have an awareness week? What do you think? I spent some time figuring out how to be helpful and not just share the typical talking points that are out there on eating disorders. How IME Community is addressing eating disorders starts with sharing the story of Dr. Jillian Rigert and her experience with an eating disorder, but most importantly, how Dr. Jillian is intentionally healing through her journey of self-worth and self-compassion. Sound familiar? It's self-love superpower! Eating disorders are "suffering", a word Dr. Jillian used many times in this discussion. Parents, note that your teen's weight has absolutely nothing to do with their internal mental state. If you believe your teen's thinness means they should be happy, you're wrong. If you believe your teen who exists in a larger body, needs to shrink their body and their emotional and mental health and well-being will be fixed, wrong. I'm not saying that improving health habits won't improve well-being. Our focus on weight being equated to health and emotional health is just wrong. Stop believing the pursuit of thin privilege gets to happiness. Silence is fuel for an eating disorder. Not talking about it, not knowing how to talk about it, staying stuck in diet culture, focusing too much on weight and not on mental health are all ways that parents and doctors contribute to the perpetuation of eating disorders and potentially create continued harm. Just like many issues in healthcare, eating disorder screening and treatment is another thing we've not been that helpful in addressing. Dr. Jillian and I talk about how we can start by having discussions with physicians and get rid of the focus on BMI (Body Mass Index) and weight-based diagnostic criteria. When she talks about how harmful BMI at the doctor's office was for her, I was overcome with emotion. Her story is very powerful. Here's a link to one of the many helpful Dr. Jillian Rigert articles on eating disorders, published in KevinMD.com. https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2022/01/... Next up, I will discuss the different types of eating disorders. Parents, please let me know what needs you have for coaching on this important health issue. Reach out to me at drkarlaactivistmd@imecommunity.com. Teens, 12 to 18, and parents of teens, go to imecommunity.com and Join IME Community to get my coaching to create a Body Positive Community for Teens in a Body Negative World! Self- love superpower, Dr. Karla, ActivistMDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever heard the term “high functioning” depression or anorexia? If so, you don't want to miss this amazing conversation with Dr. Jillian Rigert. After years of navigating a life-threatening level of burnout, career transitions, identity loss, and deep-diving into personal healing, Dr. Rigert now coaches others to live their best lives. Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD has formal educational training in dentistry, medicine, oral medicine, and professional leadership coaching. Dr. Rigert is an Air Force veteran and mental health advocate, particularly on the topics of burnout, anti-diet culture, and eating disorder recovery. She is currently a postdoc research fellow in Radiation Oncology dedicated to the head and neck cancer patient population with a focus on reducing radiation toxicity and improving patient quality of life post-treatment. Connect with Dr. Rigert https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/urcaringdocs/message
Recharting Your Life With Hope -Get Unstuck and Discover Direction, Purpose, and Joy for Your Life
Dr. Jillian Rigert had it all, or so it seemed. She'd completed dental school, started medical school for oral surgery, and she was a captain in the airforce. But underneath the surface, she struggled with anorexia, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Dr. Rigert's courageous journey will have you asking yourself how societal pressures have played a role in your own life and whether or not you're in alignment with your essential self. She tells us how she let go of her identity as an oral surgery resident and airforce captain and started finally making choices that felt right deep inside. Societal pressure can trap us into being terrified to pivot. . Pay attention to those feelings of something not being a good fit Be careful of Arrival Fallacy--keeping your head down and thinking one day you'll be happy when x, y, or z happens. Notice if your mind is telling you there are only two options, A or B, especially if neither one is healthy or good for you. This is your mind making stuff up and tricking you into thinking the situation is hopeless When you're so afraid of being a disappointment to people that you'd take your own life, or suffer in some other way, this is a red flag to get help. We put an insane value on professions and degrees, even when they trump our health and mental well-being. These jobs and titles are part of our identity and we won't let go of these even if our health and lives are at stake Sit with decisions all on your own. If no one ever knew what you decided, if you weren't doing it for validation, what does your heart tell you to do? Jillian's website: https://www.jillianrigertcoaching.com/ has excellent blog posts talking more about her journey, the arrival fallacy, listening to your essential self, and many others. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-rigert/
Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD has formal training in dentistry, medicine, and Oral Medicine. She is currently a postdoctoral research fellow in Radiation Oncology and a Certified Professional Leadership Coach and Wayfinder Life Coach Trainee. Dr. Rigert values holistic care with priority in disease prevention and optimization of the quality of life through the integration of lifestyle and modern medicine. Link to earn 1.0 hour of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit https://earnc.me/ZqN5Ky
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