The Doctor’s Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast Episode #215: Fired to Fired Up. An Anesthesiologist’s Tale of Triumph over Tragedy and finding a new purpose at 60.
At 60, Dr. Lynette Charity was fired from her job—an event that could have been devastating but instead became the catalyst for reinvention. In this episode, Dr. Charity shares her journey from growing up in the segregated South to becoming an anesthesiologist, speaker, and comedian. She discusses overcoming adversity, shifting from self-doubt to empowerment, and finding new purpose beyond clinical medicine. Drawing from her book, Escape Plan, she offers insights on resilience, career transitions, and embracing new opportunities at any stage of life. If you’re facing change or seeking inspiration, this episode is for you!
You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:
www.doctorscrossing.com/episode215
In this episode we’re talking about:
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How Dr. Charity overcame adversity growing up in the segregated South.
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The pivotal moment that led to her decision to become a doctor at age nine.
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How being fired at 60 became a turning point instead of a setback.
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Strategies for shifting your mindset from self-doubt to empowerment.
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How she transitioned into speaking, comedy, and writing after medicine.
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The importance of mentorship, community, and asking for help.
Website: DrCharitySpeaks.com
Website: lynettecharitycomedy.com
Instagram: @keynotecharity
Book: Escape Plan
From FIRED to Public Speaker – An Anesthesiologist’s Story: https://doctorscrossing.com/from-fired-to-public-speaker-an-anesthesiologists-story/
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