The PAUSE
Wise, loving, and inspired writings on the journey of life, love, and medicine
A physician wellness blog with practical tools for burnout recovery, boundaries, mindful leadership, and a life better lived — from Jessie Mahoney, MD.
About the Author: Jessie Mahoney, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician, certified coach, and physician wellness expert with over 20 years of experience as a leader in physician wellness, coaching, and mindful medicine
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In addition to this blog, I publish regularly on KevinMD. These are some of the pieces that have been shared most widely
Water the Grass, Then Pivot
When to stay and when to make a change. A mindful grounded approach to pivots, transitions, and next steps. Decide from clarity, not scarcity.
Mindful Love Tips for Messy Relationships
Relationships are beautiful and often also messy.
Those we love don't always do things as we think they “should.”
Just like we don't do things the way they think we should.
What is the lifetime value of improving your relationships?
Better relationships have a lifetime return: more calm, connection, and ease—and far less resentment and depletion. This is an invitation to practice love on purpose.
“Where can we find light in the never ending shade?”
“Where can we find light in the never ending shade?”
In the pause
and by being present.
The Magnolias Are In Bloom Again
I had a beautiful magnolia tree in my front yard as a child.
Appreciating when they bloom every year- is a tradition for me.
Getting Out of the Cocoon is Tough
Growth and transformation isn’t linear.
Getting out of the cocoon is tough.
“The head doesn’t hear until the heart has listened”
“The head doesn’t hear until the heart has listened”
Take time to listen with your heart.
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