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Single Mom MD

Dr. Gail Clifford, MD, MMM, CPE, FACP, FHM

Single Mom Physicians need a little extra support. With medical practice, family life, paying off student loans and trying to have a minute for self care, joining community will help you get there faster. In this podcast, we"ll concentrate on mindset, time and money saving ways to accomplish your goals, and ways to find fun and joy in every day so that you"re that much closer to true life-work balance.

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162: Design Your December: 15 Minute Habits for...

Single Mom MD ·

2025/12/04

And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do just ⁠⁠⁠⁠that⁠⁠⁠⁠!Join the Single Mom MD community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's talk more for personalized attention to your specific questions. We look forward to welcoming you.When you think of additional topics you’d like covered on this podcast, contact me through the chat below and via social media

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00:16:20

161: Thanksgiving 2025: Name - Notice - Nurture

Single Mom MD ·

2025/11/27

A warm, story-driven Thanksgiving reflection for physician moms—grounding breathwork, gratitude that doesn’t ignore pain, tiny rituals that build connection, and gentle ways to serve (and receive) without burning out. We borrow steadiness from Sir William Osler’s “equanimity,” remember Dr. King’s call to everyday service, and close with a 2-minute guided Thankful Pause you can do in a kitchen, car, or call room.Listen forAn ER story where a 45-second pause changed an entire shift“Gratitude as

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00:20:33

160: Work Less, Feel More: Thanksgiving Strategies...

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2025/11/20

This episode invites physician and executive moms to trade busy-ness for presence with a “Thankful Pause.” Dr. Gail reframes the issue as a mind habit—not a time deficit—and shares two stories: a 90-second ER (Emergency Room) pause that changed a shift, and “Tammy’s Balcony,” where 15 quiet minutes created more productivity, not less. You’ll learn the P.A.U.S.E. protocol (Permission, Anchor, Unhook, Scan, Exit with intention) and the THANKS plan (Triage traditions, Hand off early, Appointments with

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00:15:13

159: Gratitude, But Early: A Pre-Holiday Reset for Moms

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2025/11/13

In this pre-Thanksgiving episode, we reframe gratitude from “frosting” to fuel. Dr. Gail shares a hallway fork story where a 90-second Thankful Micro-Audit changed an entire conversation, then offers concrete tools: a Lights-Me-Up Inventory to anchor energy, a three-ring Support Map to ask for help without guilt, an ALIGN filter to protect November priorities, the 3×3 Gratitude pattern (clinic, home, self), the Brave Five daily check-in, and a guided one-minute practice you can do in a call room or

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00:07:59

158: You Smile More When You Choose to See Problems...

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2025/11/06

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford shares how to reframe life’s challenges as opportunities for growth and happiness. Learn actionable tips, inspiring stories, and expert insights to help you face problems with confidence and turn setbacks into stepping stones. Don’t miss this uplifting and empowering episode!And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do

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00:11:40

157: 7 Ways to Build Real Resilience

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2025/10/30

Resilience is one of those words we’ve all heard — especially as physicians and mothers — but what does it reallymean when life knocks you down? In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford shares her personal journey with resilience: from being handed a massage chair during the pandemic as “support” while dealing with moral injury, to learning what it actually takes to survive and thrive as a single mom in medicine. You’ll hear 7 practical ways to build resilience, plus stories from Dr

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00:06:31

156: From Chaos to Calm: A Busy Woman’s Guide to...

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2025/10/23

n this powerful episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford shares how overthinking sabotages our peace, our joy, and even our performance. Learn why staying present is more than just a mindset—it’s a survival strategy for overwhelmed physician and executive moms. With personal anecdotes, real talk, and actionable tips, this episode will help you reclaim your now and finally quiet the noise of what-ifs.And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week

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00:07:06

155: Another Secret to Happiness: Your Social Circle...

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2025/10/16

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford explores the powerful link between happiness and the people you surround yourself with. Learn how to evaluate your social circle, prioritize positive relationships, and build a habit of meaningful connections that boost your mood and resilience. Tune in for expert insights and inspiring stories!And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider

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00:11:32

154: Money Lessons You Shouln’t Have To Learn The...

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2025/10/09

In this episode, Dr. Gail Clifford shares candid stories, practical advice, and hard-earned wisdom about how to avoid financial pitfalls—and save your sanity. From the worst money advice we’ve all heard to the underestimated power of working with a financial advisor, you’ll get insight into how to reclaim your time, make smarter decisions, and stop glorifying burnout. Plus, what in the world are “exercise snacks” and why are they your new best friend?What You’ll Learn:The real cost of taking bad

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00:28:15

153: Intentional Living for Busy Physician Moms: 9...

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2025/10/02

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail shares personal and professional insights on intentional living—and why it’s critical for overwhelmed physician moms. From her own debate about visiting Disneyland during a conference to helping coaching client Tammy navigate burnout and legal stress, you’ll learn nine powerful ways to live on purpose and reclaim your time, joy, and clarity. Don’t just survive—live intentionally.And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a

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00:07:50

152: The Secret to Happiness: Letting Go of Control

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2025/09/25

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford discusses why trying to control the uncontrollable leads to unhappiness. Learn how to focus on what you can influence, let go of stress, and create more joy in your life. Hear expert insights and real-life stories of finding peace in even the most challenging situations.And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do

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00:07:06

151: The Productivity Myth: How to Get More Done by...

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2025/09/18

Multitasking is a myth—and for busy physician and executive moms, it’s a dangerous one. In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford shares why focus and presence matter more than juggling tasks, how to retrain your brain for single-tasking, and three practical mindset shifts you can use today to boost productivity and reclaim calm.You’ll learn:Why multitasking sabotages performance (and what science really says).Real-life examples of chaos vs. calm for busy moms.Three practical ways to

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00:09:57

150: Biggest Financial Mistake Smart Women Make (and...

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2025/09/11

Smart women—especially physician moms and executive leaders—often make one major financial mistake: confusing opinions with values. In this episode, Dr. Gail Clifford breaks down the difference between what you think is true and what you know is important, with practical (and hilarious) real-life examples—including a PTA fundraiser and some questionable ex-husband hot sauce.Learn how this subtle shift in mindset can radically change the way you approach debt, investing, and even spending on joy

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00:07:03

149: How to Trigger Your Happy Hormones Every Day

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2025/09/04

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford explores how to hack your happiness hormones for lasting joy. Learn simple, science-backed strategies to boost dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. Hear inspiring stories of how colleagues use these hacks to stay positive and resilient, no matter what life throws their way.And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday"

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00:08:36

148: The Hidden Cost of Yes: Why Boundaries Matter in...

Single Mom MD ·

2025/08/28

In this episode of the Single Mom MD podcast, Dr. Gail Clifford explores what real self-care actually means—and spoiler alert, it’s not bubble baths or green juice. Inspired by a thought-provoking article from Real Simplemagazine and Dr. Pooja Lakshmin’s book Real Self-Care, this episode dives into why setting boundaries is the most powerful skill you can develop as a busy physician or executive mom.From the emotional weight of saying "no" to the science behind multitasking myths, we’ll

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00:07:03

147: How to Trigger Your Happy Hormones Every Day

Single Mom MD ·

2025/08/21

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford explores how to hack your happiness hormones for lasting joy. Learn simple, science-backed strategies to boost dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. Hear inspiring stories of how colleagues use these hacks to stay positive and resilient, no matter what life throws their way.And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday"

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00:14:03

146: Out of Survival Mode: 5 Surprising Stress...

Single Mom MD ·

2025/08/14

You’re smart. You’re successful. You’ve made it through med school, residency, and maybe even built a practice or earned that executive title. But despite all that... why does it still feel like you’re stuck in survival mode?You wake up already behind. You answer emails at red lights. You pour everything into your patients, your family, your team—but when was the last time someone poured back into you?In today’s episode, we’re diving into five surprisingly common but often overlooked stress

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00:07:06

145: Happy People Forgive … But They Don’t Forget

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2025/08/07

In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford explores why forgiveness is essential for happiness—but forgetting isn’t. Learn how happy people let go of grudges while setting boundaries to protect their peace. Hear inspiring stories of resilience and discover practical tips to forgive without becoming an emotional doormat.And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do

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01:10:57

144: Steven Puri on What Hollywood & Tech Taught Me...

Single Mom MD ·

2025/07/31

Creating Sukha in the Chaos with Steven PuriWhat happens when a successful Hollywood exec walks away from the glamor to pursue something deeper—something that actually helps people find joy and clarity in the middle of chaos?Meet Steven Puri, co-founder of Sukha, a neuroscience-based productivity and mindfulness app designed for people with too much on their plates and not enough quiet in their lives—sound familiar?In Sanskrit, Sukha means “ease,” “happiness,” or “genuine contentment.” For those of

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00:12:38

143: Why a Growth Mindset Matters More Than Ever

Single Mom MD ·

2025/07/24

What if your greatest chapter isn’t behind you—but just beginning? In this episode of the Single Mom MD podcast, Dr. Gail Clifford shares why a growth mindset isn’t just for students or retirees—it’s for us, the women balancing medicine, motherhood, and ambition. Drawing inspiration from Mark Jaeger’s reflections and her own personal stories, Dr. Gail offers practical ways to cultivate resilience, stay curious, and find fulfillment at any age or stage. Whether you're fresh out of training or

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