I often get asked how I became such a model of calm and presence.

"What you practice grows."

Feeling calm and present isn't about working hard, being persistent, or "pushing through." It is about changing your outlook.

Our unmanaged minds, our not mindful minds, habitually see what is not working and what is problematic. Especially physician minds. It’s part of our training to see what’s wrong and where we fall short rather than where we have been and what we have accomplished.

Mindfully noticing and being aware of our wins, good things, and celebrating them trains our brains to see what IS working. And it brings joy and connection and positivity.

"Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and do that. The world needs people who have come alive."

A year ago was the first day for me of choosing a different path. One that veered in a different direction.

Reflections on my journey this past year. This year was a year of massive action and decision-making for me.
It all happened in the midst of so much uncertainty and unexpected challenges.