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Life After Medicine: How To Make a Career Change, Beat Burnout & Find Your Purpose For Doctors

Chelsea Turgeonalignedimpact.substack.com
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How Building My Business Took Me on an Unexpected Healing Journey

What if you could build a business that funds your freedom and heals you... When I left medicine, I thought I was chasing freedom, creativity, and a life on my own terms. What I didn’t expect was how deeply this business would change me . In this episode, I’m sharing the raw truth about how entrepreneurship took me on an unexpected healing journey.You'll learn: The healing practices that have shaped me.The secret to building a business that returns you to a place of wholeness. The new direction ...

Jul 16, 202520 min

How I Overcame My Perfectionism To Host a Life-Changing Event

Have you ever been so overwhelmed by the pressure to get it perfect- that you struggle to even get started? You have an idea you want to put out into the world. But you keep overthinking it and overcomplicating it. You’re so afraid to put something out into the world unless it’s flawless- you often don’t do anything at all. Recently I had- what felt like the fight of my life with perfectionism. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my journey hosting the pivot potentials summit- and h...

Jun 25, 202530 min

There Are More Career Opportunities Than You Realize—How Doctors Can Explore a Career Change in Health Tech

Do you want to explore some non traditional ways to use your medical degree- but you are unsure where to start? This episode is your ultimate quick start guide to exploring the world of Health Tech. In this interview with Lauren Curtis of Hey Health Tech, you will learn: ➡️ How to create your dream postion using intrapreneuership ➡️ Why trying to make a 10 year plan for your career is limiting your possibilities and keeping you stuck ➡️ A fun technique to start brainstorming and exploring new, e...

Jun 19, 202539 min

This Doctor Gave Up Her $3M Home, Her Marriage & Her Prestigious Job- to Make a Career Change Led by her Intuition

Have you ever felt disappointed with how the healthcare system works? You went into medicine to help people, but it doesn’t feel like you are making the difference you wanted to. Our guest today, Dr. Katie Deming, knows exactly what that feels like. She worked for 16 years as a radiation oncologist and in healthcare leadership. From the outside, it looked like she had it all - money, respect, and love from patients and other doctors. But inside, she had this feeling that she was meant for someth...

Jun 18, 202540 min

The Sneaky Way Doctors Are Indoctrinated to Sacrifice Everything—And How To Reclaim Your Life

Do you feel like the only way to be a doctor- is the all consuming way? Like unless you are sacrificing your hobbies, down time, relationships- you aren’t taking the calling seriously enough? Does working in medicine have to come at the expense of yourself, or are there ways to work in medicine that don't require all of this personal sacrifice? This is exactly what we'll explore with Dr. Kristine Goins of The Nomad MD You’ll discover: The exact strategy she used to create time freedom—so she wor...

Jun 17, 202533 min

Are You a High Achiever or a Perfectionist? Here’s How to Tell (and Why It Matters for Your Burnout Recovery)

Are you truly a high achiever—or just a perfectionist in disguise? The difference could be draining your joy, your energy, and your mental health. As healthcare professionals we pride ourselves on excellence, but underneath that drive is often a deep sense of “never enough.” In this powerful episode, Dr. Kara Pepper opens up about her own battle with perfectionism, how it masked itself as ambition, and what finally led her to change everything. You'll learn: The critical difference between high ...

Jun 16, 202545 min

5 Mistakes Doctors Make With Money That Keep Them Trapped & How To Fix Them

Do you feel like you're living paycheck to paycheck- even though you have a good salary? It's like somehow the money goes out- just as fast as it comes in. You earn six figures... but still feel broke. In this episode, Dr. Latifat Akintade breaks down the five most common money mistakes physicians make that keep them stuck in cycles of burnout, stress, and limited options. You'll learn: Why increasing your salary isn’t the key to security—and what to focus on instead. How to stop avoiding your f...

Jun 15, 202534 min

Is It Wrong To Get Paid for Your Gifts? The Truth About Monetizing Your Purpose | The Alignment Method for Doctors

Have you ever felt more comfortable helping people than charging for it — like serving is noble, but selling is somehow selfish? You want to make an impact. You have something real to offer. But when it comes to getting paid for that work, you hesitate. You worry that charging somehow compromises the integrity of what you are offering. If you are struggling with actually monetizing your purpose- this episode is for you. You’ll learn: – What it actually means to sell out, and why you are likely d...

Jun 08, 202515 min

You Know What You Want — But You’re Still Stuck. Here’s Why | The Alignment Method for Doctors Part 6

You finally know what you want — but you are spending more time planning out your ideas than taking action. You’re not confused anymore — but you’re not in motion either. Instead of building momentum, you’re spinning in your head and second-guessing your next steps. You know what you want to be doing…. so why are you still holding back? In this episode you’ll learn: Why you still feel so hestitant and unsure of your next steps The key to building momentum when you feel stalled out on your purpos...

Jun 07, 202514 min

The Undeniable Sign You’ve Found Your Purpose | The Alignment Method for Doctors Part 5

Are you still struggling to land on the direction that feels like a full-body yes? You have some scattered ideas, maybe you’ve tentatively committed to a new plan — but if you are being honest you still haven’t found the thing that truly feels like a fit. You’re stuck in your head- feeling lost, aimless and second guessing your direction. In this episode you’ll learn: exactly what it feels like when you’ve found your purpose- so you can’t miss it the key to moving from scattered ideas to a clear...

Jun 06, 20259 min

How To Choose the Path That Lights You Up- Even If It Makes No Sense | The Alignment Method for Doctors Part 4

Are you stuck between what you want to do and what you’re supposed to do? You’ve been trained to prioritize the path with the most guarantees — even when it makes you feel a little bit dead inside. So you silence the ideas that actually light you up because they don’t feel practical. You keep choosing what makes sense... while quietly wondering what would happen if you followed your heart. In this episode you’ll learn how to stop defaulting to the “safe” path — and start choosing the one that ac...

Jun 05, 202513 min

When You’re Too Burnt Out To Figure Out What’s Next… Try This First | The Alignment Method for Doctors

Do you feel too burnt out to even think about what’s next—let alone plan it? If you’re running on empty, stuck in survival mode, and putting pressure on yourself to “figure it all out,” this episode is your permission slip to stop. The truth? You don’t need a master plan—you need to create breathing room. That’s exactly what we will do in this episode. And in this episode, you'll discover You’ll learn: Why you aren’t making progress on your exit plans- when you are drained after a full day at wo...

Jun 04, 202511 min

The Uncomfortable Truth Behind Your Burnout | The Alignment Method for Doctors

The reason your life feels off right now is deeper than just choosing the "wrong career". Like- much deeper. It's the reason why you struggle to rest without feeling guilty. It's the reason why you feel an almost compulsive desire to keep achieving. It's the reason why giving up the job title of doctor feels so jarring. In this episode we are going deep to unpack what's going on beneath the surface and the healing process that will finally help you stop chasing achievements and validation. If yo...

Jun 03, 202512 min

Your Aligned Girl Era Starts With One Bold Switch | The Alignment Method for Doctors Part 1

What if the only thing standing between you and a life that actually feels good... is one bold internal switch? If you're a healthcare professional feeling like your life looks great on paper but empty on the inside— this episode is for you. This is the beginning of a transformational audio series to walk you through the 6 steps to doing meaningful work and building a joyful life. In this episode you'll learn: The exact internal shift you need to make to begin moving toward alignment Real-life e...

Jun 02, 202519 min

The Unexpected Journey That Became My Path to Freedom

Saying yes to your dreams isn’t just about becoming the person who can hold them— It’s also about letting go of who you no longer need to be. There’s a part of the path no one prepares you for: the unbecoming . The quiet release of old identities, outdated coping strategies, and ways of being that once kept you safe—but now keep you small. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your next level of growth might not be about doing more—but letting go The healing experiences that cracked me open and mad...

May 24, 202516 min

Still Waiting for Clarity? Here’s Why It’s Not Coming — and What to Do Instead

You’ve been waiting for the “aha moment,” the sign, the crystal-clear vision of what’s next... but all you’ve gotten is more second-guessing, more spinning, more stuck. What if the clarity you’re waiting for is never coming the way you expect? If you feel like you should know by now, but everything still feels foggy—this episode will help you finally understand why you’re stuck, and how to shift into aligned action. You will learn: The 4 kinds of trust you actually need in order to move forward ...

May 24, 202519 min

How to Stop Settling for the Safe Path — and Start Finding the One That Feels True (For doctors who are are ready to make a career change)

You've already spent too many years chasing someone else's definition of success. Trying to do everything right. For everyone else. Waiting for it all to feel worth it. Now you are asking yourself... “I know this isn’t it... but then what is?” What happens when you’ve outgrown the life you worked so hard to create, but you have no idea what’s next? If you feel paralyzed somewhere on the edge of your next chapter.. this episode will speak to your soul. You will learn: 5 signs you are caught in th...

May 24, 202519 min

How to Identify the Career Move That’s a Full-Body Yes

You've realized the career you worked so hard to build- is not the right fit anymore, but you have no idea what to do with that information? Ok- I know that this is NOT IT? But then... what is? What are you actually supposed to do next? If you're swirling in confusion, feeling the fog, and wondering why nothing feels right anymore—this episode will help you understand why you're stuck, and what it really takes to move forward. In this episode you will learn: The key shift that moves you from fee...

May 18, 202514 min

How Doctors Can Find Their True Path- Even When The Destination is Unclear

Are you feeling stuck at a crossroads - unsure which way to go next because the final destination isn’t clear? Every option feels like a risk, every decision feels heavy, and the fear of choosing "wrong" keeps you paralyzed. You’re used to certainty, structure, and clear goals — but now, without a set destination, it feels like you’re wandering without a compass. In this episode you'll learn: 3 mindset glitches that are keeping you stuck The mindset shift that frees you from perfectionism and ov...

May 14, 202519 min

Following This Advice Almost Made Me Quit Podcasting (And What I’m Doing To Re-Align)

Have you ever followed expert advice- even when it went against your own inner knowing? This is something I STILL struggle with, and in this podcast episode I open up about what's been going on for me BTS as a podcast host. If you've ever felt like you're forcing a path that doesn’t feel right, this real-time recalibration will resonate deeply with you. And in this episode I also have some questions to reconnect with you, dear listener. What do you come to this podcast for ? What do you think th...

May 11, 202518 min

How To Infuse Play Into Your Life When Everything Feels Like a To-Do List with Dr. Dave Neale

Do you ever feel stuck in a rut—like something’s missing, but you can’t quite name it? Lately, I’ve been feeling this way in my life in Mexico City. After a powerful therapy session, I finally uncovered what was missing: play . So naturally, I did what anyone would do in that situation... I called a professional. A play professional (yep, that’s a thing). My real-life friend, Dr. Dave Neale—a play researcher and game designer—joins me for a conversation/coaching session to help me figure out how...

May 02, 202537 min

Why Doctors Should Trust Their Longing for More (Even When It Doesn’t Make Sense)

Have you ever felt a deep longing for "something more" — a pull you can't explain but also can’t ignore? In this solo episode, Chelsea uses the lyrics of a Disney song to unpack the hidden wisdom inside those vague but persistent yearnings we often silence. If you've ever questioned whether your desire for change is valid — especially when it doesn’t fit a neat plan — this episode will help you finally understand why that longing matters more than you think. You'll learn: Why your longing isn't ...

Apr 29, 202520 min

What Happens When You Stop Living the Script and Start Living Your Truth with Dr. Letizia Alto

Have you ever felt like the life you are living isn't actually yours- but a script you’ve been following? This episode is your permission slip to stop settling for the life you were told to want—and start rewriting it in a way that feels like you. It's a deeply inspiring conversation with Dr. Letizia Alto, CEO of Semiretired MD, Fast Fire Capital and Beyara where you will learn: How to embody next-level confidence as you start a new chapter The secret to reclaiming your energy through internal s...

Apr 24, 202540 min

Everything I’ve Never Shared About My First Year In Business As a Doctor Turned Aspiring Entrepreneur

Ever wonder what it really looks like to start a business after leaving medicine—like behind the highlight reel? It can feel daunting to leave behind the rigid structure of medicine and venture into the wild west of entrepreneurship. There's a chaotic mix of inspiration, confusion, and pressure to “do it all.” In this episode, I pull back the curtain and share the honest, unfiltered story of my first year in business—what I got right, what I wish I knew, and everything I’ve never said out loud (...

Apr 22, 202520 min

I Don’t Want to Be A Career Coach For Doctors Anymore—The Truth I Can't Keep Avoiding

Have you ever known something deep down… but avoided saying it out loud because it might change everything ? In this vulnerable episode, I open up about the massive shift I’ve been quietly making behind the scenes and what I need to admit outlout. You'll learn: Exactly how I realized there were parts of my business that I've outgrown. that Why I’m choosing to walk away from the “safe” path and follow what energizes me (once again) A permission slip for you to stop pretending something still work...

Apr 15, 202516 min

How Doctors Can Use ChatGPT to Finally Get Unstuck in Their Career Change

Do you feel totally stuck in your career search—unsure what jobs to even look for, convinced you're unqualified, and terrified of ending up in something meaningless? If you're spending hours scrolling job boards and Googling “nonclinical careers” only to feel more confused, drained, and uninspired—you’re not alone. That sense of stuckness isn't because there are no options or because you're not good enough. It's because you've been taught to base your next step only on your degree—completely ign...

Apr 10, 202521 min

Doctors Who Stay Stuck In Unfulfilling Careers Are Failing To Ask This Question

Are you still stuck in a career that drains you more than it fulfills you? You say you "don't know what you want", but the truth is... you are dismissing the things that you want. You think your desires are silly, childish or unrealistic. So you discount them before even exploring them. This episode is the pep talk you need to believe that it IS possible to do meaningful work that doesn't burn you out. After this episode you will Learn how to stop undermining your dreams and start claiming your ...

Apr 08, 202512 min

Confused About What’s Next? 3 Somatic Tools Doctors Can Use to Create Clarity During a Career Change.

Feel like you’re going through the motions in your career — uninspired, unfulfilled, and wondering if you're ever going to feel lit up by anything again? On paper you have it all- but on the inside you feel disconnected, numb, and unsure what’s next. In this episode I teach you how to stop waiting for passion to magically appear — and how to start creating clarity and connection from within, starting with your body. You’ll learn how to: A simple framework for grounding your body and nervous syst...

Apr 01, 202518 min

How to Know If You’ve Reached the End of the Road in Medicine Before You Burn Out Completely | 🔥 A millennials hot take on common career change advice for doctors

What if you didn’t have to hit rock bottom before realizing it’s time to walk away from medicine? So many doctors stay in medicine long past the point of alignment—trying to “fix” themselves, change jobs, adjust schedules, or force a better mindset. But what if all those tweaks are just delaying the inevitable? In this episode, we explore how to recognize when your medical career has truly run its course… before burnout drains you completely. You’ll learn: How to identify the subtle but powerful...

Mar 27, 202510 min

You Don’t Have to Keep Trying Harder: How Doctors Can Reduce Burnout by Trying Differently Instead

If trying harder hasn’t helped you escape burnout, maybe it’s time to stop pushing—and start trying a different way. Most doctors are wired for effort. When things feel off, we go into fix-it mode—work more, study harder, push through. But what if the real solution to burnout isn’t more effort... it’s different effort? In this episode, we unpack why forceful effort keeps you stuck and how shifting your approach can actually lead to more progress and more peace. In this episode you’ll learn how t...

Mar 25, 202513 min
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