The Thoughtful Doctor
The Thoughtful Doctor is a space where medicine meets real life.Hosted by a GP and a twin mum, this podcast explores the everyday experiences we don’t always stop to think about, from forgetfulness and overwhelm to emotions, parenting, identity, and change.Each episode gently…
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The Real Reason You Can't Just "Do It" (opens the original)
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Why can some of us manage a crisis, support everyone around us, and tackle complex problems… yet struggle to reply to one email or start a simple task? If you've ever wondered, "Why can't I just do it?" —this episode is for you. In this episode of The Thoughtful Doctor , I explore why motivation isn't simply about willpower or discipline. We unpack ADHD, dopamine, executive function and the hidden gap between knowing what needs to be done and actually being able to start . Using the metaphor of
Why Does Rejection Hurt? The Hidden Fear of Getting It Wrong (opens the original)
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Why does a small criticism stay with us for days? Why do some of us assume the worst after an unexpected email, a delayed reply, or a change in someone's tone? In this episode of The Thoughtful Doctor , we explore 'rejection sensitivity ', the fear of getting things wrong, the hidden impact of repeated criticism, and why some people experience rejection far more intensely than others. We talk about rejection sensitivity, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), childhood experiences, masking, perfec
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