In this “Lessons” episode, Dr. Tiffany Moon, an anesthesiologist and author of Joy Prescriptions, reflects on her journey of navigating cultural expectations, high achievement, and personal healing. She unpacks the weight of being the “good Asian daughter,” how family pressures shaped her early success, and why redefining boundaries became key to reclaiming her sense of joy. Tiffany explores the emotional toll of a life lived by checklists—and how slowing down, setting limits, and reconnecting with herself helped her move beyond burnout into a more balanced and fulfilling life.