The Passive Income MD Podcast #298 Getting Your Time and Energy Back (Without Burning Everything Down)
Jan 12, 2026
Feeling exhausted as a physician isn't a personal failure, but often a result of overcommitment. Small, well-intentioned tasks can gradually deplete your time and energy. Instead of piling on new goals, it's crucial to reassess and lighten your load. Reflective questions can help identify what feels heavy, allowing for intentional choices about what to remove. Plus, practical AI workflows can streamline your workload and free up hours each week. Rediscover what makes your life balanced and fulfilling!
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Exhaustion Is A Capacity Problem
- Feeling exhausted is usually a capacity and system issue, not a personal failure.
- There is no sustainable way to do everything well all at once; something always gives.
Build Systems To Reclaim Hours
- Use systems like AI workflows to reclaim time by automating admin and invisible work.
- Implement repeatable processes that buy back five to ten hours each week.
The Backpack That Slowly Broke Me
- My daughter's backpack gradually got so heavy I couldn't lift it into the car anymore.
- Small additions over time made the bag unusable, illustrating how load accumulates slowly.