You Are Not A Frog How to Overcome the Toxic Effects of Shame on Your Team
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Jan 6, 2025 Dr. Sandy Miles, a GP with over 20 years in healthcare, delves into the toxic effects of shame on medical teams. She discusses how shame undermines self-care and communication, particularly in high-stress professions. Dr. Miles emphasizes the need for psychological safety to foster open dialogue and strong connections. She advocates for kindness in trainee support and highlights storytelling as a powerful tool for healing. By addressing shame and vulnerability, teams can create healthier environments for learning and collaboration.
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Shame's Impact on Doctors
- Shame prevents doctors from self-care and setting boundaries, driving overwork.
- It hinders resilience and makes it hard to say no, impacting their well-being.
Recognizing Shame
- Shame manifests differently; some feel it physically, others struggle to name it.
- Naming shame is transformative, enabling one to address its impact.
Doctors' Vulnerability to Shame
- Doctors' vulnerability to shame stems from their identity being tied to their profession.
- High societal expectations and the pressure to be perfect contribute to this vulnerability.