The Center for Medical Simulation

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The Center for Medical Simulation

Show Notes

Self-awareness of our stress level is the foundation of our ability to self-regulate, which is what allows us to notice what’s going on with others more accurately: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822

What makes us feel safe and social? People’s lower brain stems have evolved to underweight positive experiences in the face of stress. When we feel highly activated, without being frightened or overwhelmed, it can create a positive state of stress which helps us perform better. When you are completely flooded, you are less likely to be able to detect and correct your perceptions of other people.

Workout of the week: Notice the glimmers that help you feel safe and social, and enhance them by spending more time with them or holding on to them in some way.

Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/

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