This time of year, when the residency and medical school interview processes are in full swing, many of us feel overwhelmed. Here’s a brief but thoughtful piece regarding balance. As you consider your future career, it’s worth thinking about issues the author covers like clarifying what brings you joy, considering your goals while understanding they will change, and defining balance for yourself.
In this day and age, one can choose a traditionally tough specialty but work in a practice setting that allows for some autonomy and flexibility. But you need to know what you want, and you need to give yourself the room to explore that in order to guide yourself in the right direction.
