"I'm late because of the traffic." "I'm fat because of my genetics." "I can't do that, because I'm not clever enough." "I don't have time to work out" I have an experiment for you. For one day try to not blame anyone or anything. For one day accept full responsibility for your mood, emotions and outcomes… Continue reading Victim Mentality
Category: Random Thoughts
Fiber Intake Rules!
MyFitnessPal - Get this app! If you are trying to lose weight, gain weight, maintain weight then this app is a must. Tracking calories and macronutrients are key to achieving your fitness goals. I will talk about macronutrients, what they are and what the significance of having each in your diet is in the future. … Continue reading Fiber Intake Rules!
The Touch
I saw an interesting patient today. A mother brought in her baby. She was lethargic, not eating or drinking very much, apyrexial (temperature not high when seen in the paediatric department) and no rashes. After taking the history I went on to examine her. She seemed lethargic on the examining table, not responding quite right.… Continue reading The Touch
The Columbia Space Shuttle Disaster
Granted, I am only a year away from finishing my postgraduate degree when I will be considered a "senior medical physician". However, for the time being I am still a "junior doctor". As part of my training scheme I have been changing specialties to gain further experience in different fields of medicine every 4-6 months.… Continue reading The Columbia Space Shuttle Disaster
School Vs The Real World
Do you think the school system is fit for purpose? I recently attended a shindig with my parents. It was one of those events where you don't know anyone and random people come up to you and claim that they once saw you when you were three years old. It was a pretty boring night, but a… Continue reading School Vs The Real World
People Are Leaving the NHS
People are leaving the National Health Service (NHS) in droves. There is widespread discontent amongst staff. Not just physicians, but the whole gamut of healthcare providers. Yesterday I wrote about how paying people more and more is not the solution to getting them to be more productive. It is also not the way to retain… Continue reading People Are Leaving the NHS
Motivation
What is it that gets you out of bed in the morning and excited about life? Interestingly, research has shown that once basic human needs are met we are driven by motivations which are not monetary. These are: Autonomy - the desire to direct your own life Mastery - the desire to learn and create Purpose… Continue reading Motivation
Yerkes Dodson Law
Junior doctors change specialties every 4-6 months. So one day you could be working as an Accident & Emergency doctor and the next you could be working as a Paediatrician. This is an overwhelming experience. Imagine having to potentially give CPR to a new-born baby on your first day of work! That feeling of being… Continue reading Yerkes Dodson Law
The Map Is Not the Territory
The map is not the territory. Do not expect to go to school/college/uni/work and expect to be given meaning. It is up to you to seek out your interests with your own insights. No job or person can give you that. Above all remember that you are unique and as a result, what you want… Continue reading The Map Is Not the Territory
Brexit
I don't get why people in general are so scared. So many people live their lives in fear of losing "it all". As a result they live their lives constantly trying to take take take. Taking good emotions from others, trying to come out on top, always trying to take advantage of the situation for… Continue reading Brexit
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