
A Doctor’s Hidden Addiction and the Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything (Ft. The Burnout Doc- Dr. Brett Cordes)
The Interesting MD Podcast
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From Illness to Insight: A Journey Through Addiction
This chapter recounts a medical professional's transformative experience with illness and addiction, beginning with a cancer diagnosis that altered their life path. It explores the delicate interplay of identity, achievement, and external validation while tracing the descent into addiction and the challenges of maintaining a façade of normalcy. Ultimately, the chapter highlights a powerful recovery journey that inspires a newfound passion for life coaching among peers facing similar struggles.
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