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Meet the 2021 participants in the LEAD program.

Learn who's currently enrolled in the LEAD Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

WISMAC mentoring and networking initiative information

Celebration of Women in Science and Medicine Poster Session - WISMAC

Learn who's currently enrolled in the LEAD Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Thrive faculty wellness article for July 2023 Humans naturally gravitate towards those who are similar to them, but in today's diverse world, we should embrace our differences to create connection and inclusion. We can do this by listening with open curiosity, being aware of our own biases, and embracing differences as a way of deepening shared understanding. When we embrace diversity and inclusion, we open ourselves up to new experiences and possibilities, and we make the world a more welcoming place for everyone.

While top-notch medical knowledge is vital, faculty physicians need more to thrive. Enter emotional intelligence (EQ), a powerful but often overlooked skillset. EQ encompasses self-awareness, empathy, and social skills. By investing in EQ, faculty physicians enhance their well-being, become more effective leaders, and ultimately, unlock their full potential in academic medicine.

While everyone has a voice, being taught how to have ownership of that voice does not come easy to everyone, and in some cases the practice of advocating for yourself or others, setting boundaries, having hard conversations, and saying no can be intimidating, even to the most powerful people. We take it for granted, but the ability to use your voice authentically, fearlessly, and confidently is powerful!

Your well-being is determined by many factors, including your career satisfaction, life satisfaction, and the myriad of circumstances that define the world you live in. Many of these circumstances are beyond your control, but that belies the fact that much is within your control. The hard part is figuring out the parts you can influence and letting go of the ones you can’t. One of the best ways to do that is by working with a professionally trained coach. Did you know all UTSW-employed faculty have access to a professionally trained coach at no charge? You can learn more about coaching in this month’s blog post, and faculty can sign up for coaching here.

Self-compassion is important for our mental and emotional well-being. It allows us to be kind to ourselves, even when we make mistakes. This can help us to learn from our mistakes and grow as people. Self-compassion can also help us to cope with stress and difficult emotions. When we are compassionate towards ourselves, we are less likely to judge ourselves harshly or engage in negative self-talk. This can lead to increased feelings of happiness, self-worth, and resilience.