Habits and Hacks with Michelle C. Johansen, MD, PhD

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Another great episode of the Faculty Factory Podcast has arrived! This week we are joined by Michelle C. Johansen, MD, PhD, for another inspiring and informative edition of the Habits and Hacks from Hopkins (H3) series.

Dr. Johansen discusses burnout, brokenness, and the all important “attitude of gratitude” on today’s show.

Dr. Johansen serves as Assistant Professor of Neurology in the Cerebrovascular Division with the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore.

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“Wellness is a buzzword that’s been coming up more and more, especially with Covid, but I think there are things people can do about it rather than just read articles,” Dr. Johansen said.

Did you know there is a difference between burnout and brokenness? Dr. Johansen explains the difference using a perfect car metaphor. She also explains why it is important for overworked faculty to be aware of the difference between burnout and brokenness.

Brokenness relates to things that are out of our control and brokenness will happen. It is vital to learn how to best deal with the inevitable periods of brokenness. The “attitude of gratitude” almost always helps.

“No matter how broken you are there is always something to be grateful for,” she said.

Make sure to listen to the entire episode utilizing the podcast player above. There are pearls of wisdom scattered throughout this one! Interested in more episodes? Visit our podcast homepage when you are finished listening to today’s show.