Perfectly Imperfect: Healing Moral Injury & Embracing Self-Compassion with Dr. Amna Shabbir

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir shares her journey as a dual board certified physician and life coach, emphasizing the importance of wellness and mental health in high-achieving individuals. She discusses the concept of moral injury in healthcare, the pervasive nature of perfectionism, and the impact of social media on self-perception. Dr. Shabbir advocates for vulnerability, authenticity, and self-compassion as essential tools for sustainable well-being, encouraging listeners to embrace their imperfections and connect with others on a human level. Dr. Shabbir's Social Media and Website Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.AmnaShabbirPodcast: https://dramnashabbir.transistor.fm/episodesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.amnashabbir.md TakeawaysDr. Shabbir emphasizes the importance of total wellness, intertwining mind and body.Moral injury in healthcare is a significant issue that needs more awareness.Perfectionism is pervasive and can be detrimental to mental health.Social media contributes to rising perfectionism, especially among young adults.Vulnerability and authenticity foster deeper connections with others.Self-compassion is crucial for overcoming failure and self-criticism.Creating awareness around our thoughts is key to personal growth.Collective wisdom from communities enhances learning and connection.Healing and change take time; instant solutions are unrealistic.Embracing imperfections can lead to a more fulfilling life. TitlesNavigating Wellness and Ambition with Dr. Amna ShabbirUnderstanding Moral Injury in Healthcare Sound Bites • "We are craving connection and humanity." • "Self-awareness and metacognition is key." • "You are whole right now." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Dr. Amna Shabir 01:40The Journey to Total Wellness 02:32Understanding Moral Injury in Healthcare 05:13The Impact of Perfectionism 10:41Social Media's Role in Perfectionism 13:32Strategies for Mindfulness and Self-Compassion 22:45Advocacy for Sustainable Well-Being 26:27The Power of Collective Wisdom Keywords wellness, mental health, perfectionism, moral injury, healthcare, self-compassion, vulnerability, social media, authenticity, sustainable well-being