Outsmart Burnout
Outsmart Burnout
Podcast Description
Welcome to Outsmart Burnout, the ultimate podcast for smart, driven women in midlife who are ready to reclaim their passion, purpose, and joy. Hosted by Dr. Zarya Rubin—a Harvard-educated functional wellness expert, burnout strategist, TEDx speaker and mom. This show is inspired by my personal journey of struggling with and overcoming burnout; I know firsthand how overwhelming life can feel when you’re exhausted, stressed out and trying to do it all; I’m here to share the insights, tools, and strategies that will help you reclaim your energy and discover what makes you truly thrive. Remember, burnout is not your destiny, it's your wake-up call.Listen to my TEDx talk about my burnout story: https://bit.ly/TEDxBurnoutLearn more: www.drzarya.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drzaryarubinDownload your FREE Outsmart Burnout Toolkit: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/outsmartburnouttoolkitNew episodes released every Wednesday.Leave us a comment, like, subscribe, download, and share an episode with a friend who could use a lifeline in this chaotic world.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on topics such as burnout prevention, emotional resilience, boundary-setting, and the mental load of motherhood. Episodes delve into specific examples like setting boundaries without guilt with confidence coach Molly Ruben and understanding the emotional labor of motherhood with Paige Connell, highlighting the complexities women face in midlife.

Welcome to Outsmart Burnout, the ultimate podcast for smart, driven women in midlife who are ready to reclaim their passion, purpose, and joy. Hosted by Dr. Zarya Rubin—a Harvard-educated functional medicine physician, burnout coach, TEDx speaker and mom.
This show is inspired by my personal journey of struggling with and overcoming burnout; I know firsthand how overwhelming life can feel when you’re exhausted, stressed out and trying to do it all; I’m here to share the insights, tools, and strategies that will help you reclaim your calm and discover what makes you truly thrive.
Whether you’re a mom, an entrepreneur, struggling with perimenopause and the weight of the world; if you’re burned out, overwhelmed, exhausted, and stuck in survival mode, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
Each week, I invite expert guests to join the conversation, as we dive into evidence-based strategies to regulate your nervous system, heal your hormones, and reignite your spark so you can feel vibrant, focused, and more like your true self again.
Remember, burnout is not your destiny, it’s your wake-up call.
Listen to my TEDx talk about my burnout story: https://bit.ly/TEDxBurnout
Learn more: www.drzarya.com
Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drzaryarubin
Download your FREE Outsmart Burnout Toolkit: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/outsmartburnouttoolkit
For 1:1 burnout support, check out The Burnout Blueprint! Save 100$ for a limitedf time: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/
New episodes released every Wednesday.
Leave us a comment, like, subscribe, download, and share an episode with a smart, badass woman who could use a lifeline in this chaotic world.
eywords
burnout, mental health, global citizenship, psychiatry, work-life balance, travel, physician well-being, Nomad MD, telemedicine, lifestyle medicine
Summary
In this episode, Dr. Kristine Goins shares her remarkable journey from traditional psychiatry to becoming a global citizen, traveling the world, working remotely through telehealth and founding Nomad MD, where she helps other physicians do the same. She discusses the importance of reimagining work-life balance, recognizing burnout, and the systemic issues affecting physician well-being. Dr. Goins emphasizes the need for personal fulfillment and the potential for a life that integrates travel and work, encouraging listeners to explore new possibilities and overcome doubts. Sometimes the future you have always dreamed of is just on the other side of your limiting beliefs…
Takeaways
- The path to healing burnout may require a complete redesign of work and life.
- Travel and freedom can be integrated into a medical career.
- Burnout is often linked to the demands of the medical profession and lack of support.
- Recognizing the signs of burnout is crucial for mental health.
- The healthcare system often prioritizes efficiency over physician well-being.
- Creating a new way of life can lead to greater fulfillment and happiness.
- Telemedicine offers opportunities for remote work in various medical fields.
- Overcoming doubts can lead to financial independence and personal growth.
- Exposure to different cultures benefits both adults and children.
- Every obstacle presents an opportunity for growth and change.
Chapters
00:00 Redefining Work and Life
02:23 The Journey to Psychiatry and Global Citizenship
10:10 Recognizing Burnout and Life Imbalance
18:58 Unlearning Toxic Beliefs in Medicine
21:30 Creating a Life of Freedom with Nomad MD
27:07 Leveraging Medical Skills Remotely
32:24 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Possibilities
Connect with Dr. Kristine:
Website:thenomadmd.com
https://www.facebook.com/thenomadmds
https://www.instagram.com/thenomadmds
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And remember, burnout is not your destiny; it's your wake-up call!
Connect with Dr. Zarya Rubin:
Listen to my TEDx talk about my burnout story: https://bit.ly/TEDxBurnout
Learn more: https://drzarya.com
Follow along on IG: https://instagram.com/drzaryarubin
Download your FREE Outsmart Burnout Toolkit: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/outsmartburnouttoolkit

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