Am I doing it wrong? For Doctors by Doctors.

Hello Doctor Humans 💛I'm so excited to bring you today’s conversation with Dr. Scott Santinon. Scott is an ICU doctor, human factors expert, and founder of Critical Condition. This discussion challenged me to think differently about what it means to be a doctor and what we actually need in order to do our best work.Together, we explore one of the most important and often overlooked topics in medicine: human error. We talk about why mistakes happen, why healthcare places so much responsibility on individual clinicians, and how our culture often rewards things that our brains simply aren't designed to be good at. Scott shares fascinating insights into cognitive load, working memory, patient safety, and the role that both technology and system design can play in helping us care for patients more safely.If you've ever carried the weight of a mistake, questioned yourself after a difficult clinical decision, or felt overwhelmed by the demands of medicine, I think you'll get a lot out of this conversation.KEY POINTSHuman error is inevitable and not a personal failing.Clinicians face the same cognitive limitations as everyone else, regardless of experience or seniority.Fatigue, interruptions, stress, and workload can significantly affect performance.Many medical errors are influenced by system design, not just individual decisions.Healthcare often focuses on training and policies while overlooking underlying system issues.Human factors science helps create safer systems that work with, rather than against, human limitations.Technology and decision-support tools can reduce cognitive burden and support better care.Great doctors don't rely on perfect memory—they combine knowledge, experience, judgment, and human connection.Supporting clinicians requires better systems, not just asking individuals to be more resilient.We'd love to hear from you: What's your biggest takeaway from this conversation? Have you ever experienced cognitive overload or carried the weight of a mistake that felt deeply personal?Let us know in the comments, and if this episode spoke to you, please share it with your fellow Doctor Humans. The more openly we talk about these realities, the better we can support each other and the patients who trust us with their care. 💛Connect with Scott Santinon Follow Scott on LinkedIn for insights on human factors, cognitive load, and safer clinical practice. https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-santinon-09b33339/Explore Scott’s Innovative Tools Game-changing clinical apps including cardiac arrest support, ABGs, hyponatraemia and more https://criticalcondition.com.au/💜 Work with Dr BeccInside Dare, Darling, Becc helps doctors become truly UNSHAKEABLE.◽️ Apply for a free consult: https://2ly.link/27dxL 💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27dxJ 📚 Study with KristeenIf you’re preparing for physician exams — or just want to truly understand immunology & renal medicine — start here. Kristeen’s FREE 7-Day GN Kick-Start Challenge gives you the clarity you wish someone handed you years ago.👉Grab Your FREE Tutorials: https://linkly.link/2R0lh More study tools coming soon.🔗 Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on socials 🌎📽 Kristeen’s YouTube: https://2ly.link/27faR 👋 Kristeen’s Instagram: https://2ly.link/27faF 📽 Becc’s YouTube: https://2ly.link/27faP 👋 Becc’s Instagram: https://linkly.link/2FUkz

Hello beautiful Doctor Humans 💛In today’s episode, we’re having a very real and honest conversation about sleep deprivation, from medical training and on-call life to motherhood, chronic stress, and everything in between. We’re sharing our personal experiences of how exhaustion can impact our mindset, emotions, and overall wellbeing, and why sleep-deprived days require a completely different set of rules than fully rested ones. Most importantly, we’re talking about the power of self-awareness, support systems, and reaching out before you spiral too far down the negativity rabbit hole. If you’ve been feeling tired, overwhelmed, emotionally heavy, or simply not like yourself lately, this episode is for you.KEY POINTS:Why sleep deprivation changes the way we think, feel, and respond to lifeHow exhaustion can make us more vulnerable to negativity and emotional spiralsThe connection between physical depletion, stress, and pessimistic thinkingWhy “pushing through” isn’t always the healthiest answerThe importance of checking in with yourself, especially on hard daysHow coaching, peer support, and trusted humans can help interrupt negative spiralsWhy sleep-deprived days need different expectations and different rulesThe difference between venting, processing, and productive supportHow doctors and healthcare workers often normalize unhealthy levels of exhaustionA reminder that struggling with sleep deprivation does NOT mean there is something wrong with youWe’d love to hear from you 💛 Have you experienced the mental and emotional effects of sleep deprivation in your own life or career? What helps you feel grounded again when you’re running on empty? Send us a message, share this episode with a fellow Doctor Human who needs to hear it, and come say hello over on social media. We absolutely love hearing your stories and connecting with you.💜 Work with Dr BeccInside Dare, Darling, Becc helps doctors become truly UNSHAKEABLE.◽️ Apply for a free consult: https://2ly.link/27dxL 💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27dxJ 📚 Study with KristeenIf you’re preparing for physician exams — or just want to truly understand immunology & renal medicine — start here. Kristeen’s FREE 7-Day GN Kick-Start Challenge gives you the clarity you wish someone handed you years ago.👉Grab Your FREE Tutorials: https://linkly.link/2R0lh More study tools coming soon.🔗 Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on socials 🌎📽 Kristeen’s YouTube: https://2ly.link/27faR 👋 Kristeen’s Instagram: https://2ly.link/27faF 📽 Becc’s YouTube: https://2ly.link/27faP 👋 Becc’s Instagram: https://linkly.link/2FUkz

Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on more social media! 🌎📽 Kristeen's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faR👋 Kristeen's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faF📽 Becc's Youtube: https://2ly.link/27faP👋 Becc's Instagram: https://linkly.link/2FUkz‌💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27dxJ💜 In the Dare, Darling Group Coaching Membership, Doctor Becc makes doctors who feel never enough UNSHAKEABLE💜 Want to apply for a NO-COST CONSULT with Becc to learn how Dare, Darling can make you unshakaeble? Book here: https://2ly.link/27dxLHello, Doctor Humans!Today, we’re unpacking the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways the medical system teaches us to stay quiet, overwork, and accept “normal” as “okay.” This one’s all about reclaiming your worth, speaking up respectfully, and understanding that gratitude for your job doesn’t mean surrendering your basic rights. If you’ve ever been afraid to “rock the boat,” this is the reminder you didn’t know you needed.In this episode, we’ll dive into:Just because something is normal in medicine doesn’t mean it’s acceptable.Gratitude for your role should never equal giving up your boundaries or rights.You’re far more valuable to your workplace than you think — hospitals depend on you showing up and thriving.Self-advocacy isn’t arrogance — it’s a reflection of self-respect and professional maturity.Recognize the difference between “rocking the boat” and simply standing up for what’s reasonable.Mindset + understanding your rights = empowerment that changes how you show up.When you value yourself, you teach others how to treat you — including your peers, seniors, and the system itself.We’d love to hear from you — what’s one situation where you realized your value as a doctor?Or maybe where you forgot it for a while?

Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on more social media! 🌎📽 Kristeen's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faR👋 Kristeen's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faF📽 Becc's Youtube: https://2ly.link/27faP👋 Becc's Instagram: https://linkly.link/2FUkz‌💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27dxJ💜 In the Dare, Darling Group Coaching Membership, Doctor Becc makes doctors who feel never enough UNSHAKEABLE💜 Want to apply for a NO-COST CONSULT with Becc to learn how Dare, Darling can make you unshakaeble? Book here: https://2ly.link/27dxLHello doctor humans!Today, we’re diving into a topic that hits every doctor’s nerve: why we don’t leave work on time.If you’ve ever found yourself staying late to finish that “one last thing,” or if you’ve felt guilty walking out on time while others keep working — this episode is for you. We’re unpacking the seven hidden reasons we stay past our shifts, from the sneaky “hero complex” to cultural expectations and even our perfectionist brains chasing that sweet, sweet dopamine hit of a cleared to-do list. We promise — this one’s going to stir up some feelings, but also offer a whole lot of clarity and compassion.In this episode, we’ll dive into:The Hero Complex – That internal belief that “if I don’t do it, everything will fall apart” — and how this noble intention can quietly burn us out.Being Overly Available – How being too approachable and visible keeps you stuck doing extra work that isn’t yours.Toxic Culture & Expectations – Why hospital culture normalizes staying late — and how to start challenging it (with empathy and courage).Short Staffing ≠ Your Responsibility – Learning to set limits, advocate for yourself, and stop carrying an entire team’s workload on your back.The To-Do List Trap – The myth of “finishing everything” and how chasing that relief keeps you stuck in an unhealthy cycle.Self-Worth & Avoidance – Exploring how staying late can sometimes be about avoiding our own lives outside of work.Redefining What Makes a ‘Good Doctor’ – Choosing alignment over exhaustion and giving yourself permission to go home.If this episode hits close to home — if you’ve found yourself torn between being a “good doctor” and taking care of yourself — we’d love to hear from you.Share your thoughts with us in the comments or DM us on Instagram. Tell us: What’s the hardest part about leaving work on time for you?

Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on more social media! 🌎📽 Kristeen's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faR👋 Kristeen's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faF📽 Becc's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faO👋 Becc's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faP‌💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27UJX💜 In the Dare, Darling Group Coaching Membership, Doctor Becc makes doctors who feel never enough UNSHAKEABLE 💜 Want to apply for a NO-COST CONSULT with Becc to learn how Dare, Darling can make you unshakaeble? Book here: https://2ly.link/27UJ6Hello, doctor humans!In this episode we’re unpacking a familiar but sneaky story many doctors carry: the belief that “if it isn’t hard, it isn’t worthy.” From choosing a specialty, to surviving exams, to finally finishing training and wondering why we can’t just relax. We talk about where that drive comes from, how it shapes our choices, and how to intentionally choose ease (without shame) so we can build a fuller life beyond constant struggle. If you’ve ever felt like you must earn your worth through effort, this one’s for you.In this episode, we’ll dive into:The “no pain, no gain” narrative is common in medicine and leads us to equate worthiness with hardship.Many doctors choose harder paths (or avoid ease) because of an underlying sense of “not enough.”Finishing training often leaves a weird limbo — we expect relief but can feel guilty for wanting ease.Practical examples: specialty-choice paralysis, doing medical reading on holiday, and abandoning hobbies during exams.How to spot the drivers behind decisions: look at the thoughts, beliefs, and emotions that push you toward hard or easy choices.The cost of always choosing hard: missed presence, relationships, creativity, and micro-moments we can’t get back.Small experiments to test a new way of living: try bringing work to the beach and being present, or deliberately choosing the easier route and noticing the outcome.Reframing: acknowledging we are already enough and that ease, joy, and presence are valid, valuable ways to live.We’d love to hear from you — do you feel confident enough to choose the easier path? Or does the idea of not having your foot heavy on the accelerator terrify you?Share this episode with a colleague who needs permission to take their heavy foot off the accelerator — let’s normalise choosing ease together.

Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on more social media! 🌎📽 Kristeen's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faR👋 Kristeen's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faF📽 Becc's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faO👋 Becc's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faP‌💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27UJX💜 In the Dare, Darling Group Coaching Membership, Doctor Becc makes doctors who feel never enough UNSHAKEABLE 💜 Want to apply for a NO-COST CONSULT with Becc to learn how Dare, Darling can make you unshakaeble? Book here: https://2ly.link/27UJ6Hello, doctor humans!In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic we know so many of us can relate to: that tempting urge to pretend. Whether it’s in front of patients, colleagues, or even friends, there are those moments where we feel pressure to act like we know more, feel less, or have it all together.Today, we’re unpacking what’s really happening underneath that urge (often shame, fear, or people-pleasing) and exploring how telling the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable, can free us and deepen our relationships.In this episode, we’ll dive into:Why the instinct to “pretend” shows up in professional and personal spaces.How people-pleasing and small “white lies” can erode trust over time.A vulnerable story about missing commitments and the pull to hide versus choosing honesty.The powerful role of shame in driving us to cover up—and how truth is the antidote.Why patients, colleagues, and loved ones can handle the truth—and why it honors them when we share it.How practicing authenticity sets healthier expectations in both personal and professional relationships.What situations have tempted you to pretend, and how did you handle it? Drop us a comment, send us a message, or share this episode with someone who might need the reminder that honesty really is the more powerful path.Will you challenge yourself to come on a truth-telling journey with us? Even for the ‘little’ white lies? Tell us in the comments if you’re in!

Hang out with Kristeen & Becc on more social media! 🌎📽 Kristeen's Youtube: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faR👋 Kristeen's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faF📽 Becc's Youtube: https://2ly.link/27faP👋 Becc's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://2ly.link/27faO💌 Want FREE 1-line mindset upgrades every M/W/F to make you more UNSHAKEABLE? 💌 Just drop your email here: https://2ly.link/27UJX💜 In the Dare, Darling Group Coaching Membership, Doctor Becc makes doctors who feel never enough UNSHAKEABLE 💜 Want to apply for a NO-COST CONSULT to join? 👭👭👭 https://2ly.link/27UJ6Hello our beautiful friends and doctor humans!In this episode, we’re diving into something that so many of us in medicine quietly wrestle with: the emotional chaos of being on call.Not just the practicalities, but the deeper, stickier stuff, like the loss of freedom, the hypervigilance, the interruption of joy, and how that bloody phone ring can yank you straight out of flow and into fury. 😤Kristeen opens up about her very real struggle with on-call life (and her deep dislike of it), and Doctor Becc walks her through the emotional layers behind that resentment, grief for lost control, perfectionism, and the pain of feeling your goals slip further away.Whether it’s just a 60-second phone call or being called in to operate all night after being called in that whole day so far…If being on call ever makes you feel like you’re constantly bracing for impact, this one is absolutely for you.In this episode, we’ll dive into:📞 Why being on call feels like a bomb that could go off at any moment💣 How living life around “maybe” calls steals more than just your time🧠 The hidden link between being interrupted and fear of not reaching your goals😣 The emotional cost of avoiding pain… and how that avoidance steals more than the call itself💡 Coaching questions to help you untangle what’s really upsetting you on call🥴 Real talk about overreactions (that aren’t actually overreactions)💬 And an example from Becc about where she was not owning her emotions herself - and what if really means to take responsibility for generating them instead of blaming the world.We want to hear from you: What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to being on call? Is it the sleep? The uncertainty? The lack of control? Drop us a comment, message us, or leave a review telling us your on-call story (the good, the bad, and the grumbly). 💬✨Let’s talk about it. Because you deserve a life that feels like yours, even when you’re on call. 💖