Healing from Burnout in Healthcare RX: Exploring Purpose & Passion with Dr. Rita Gupta
Description
In this heartfelt episode of the Authenticity Calling Podcast, host Ralitza Spassova sits down with Dr. Rita Gupta to explore the silent epidemic of burnout in healthcare. Together, they unpack how constant caregiving can lead to emotional depletion, chronic pain, and disconnection from joy - and how reconnecting with oneself is the key to healing.
Dr. Gupta shares her personal transformation from burnout to balance, revealing how self-awareness, compassion, and community helped her reclaim her sense of purpose. The conversation offers both physicians and healthcare professionals a roadmap to sustainable wellness through self-care practices, joy journaling, and mind-body integration.
Listeners are reminded that “you are not alone” and that self-care is not selfish - it’s the foundation of compassionate and effective care.
💡 Key Takeaways
Burnout often stems from caring too much without boundaries.
Recognizing your own needs is the first step to healing.
Joy journaling can shift focus toward gratitude and lightness.
Healthcare systems must evolve to support provider well-being.
Community and compassion are essential for recovery.
Find Dr. Gupta on Instagram @ritamindfulmentor and www.bodyandmindapproach.com
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