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Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 10: Following Desires, Trusting the Process: How Physician Spouses Can Build Identity Beyond Survival ModeHave you ever caught yourself saying, “When residency is over… then I’ll finally…”? You’re not alone. For many physician spouses, it feels like our dreams and identity are on pause until “someday.” But what if you didn’t have to wait? In this episode of Supporting Physician Spouses, we dive into how to start living as the future version of yourself—right now. Inspired by James Clear’s Atomic Habits and Elizabeth Gilbert’s Big Magic, we share a roadmap for moving from identity → process → outcome, plus real-life stories of following desire in imperfect seasons. Here’s what...2025-08-0533 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 9: Reclaiming Your Identity as a Physician Spouse-You're More Than SupportIn this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, Kendra and Katie dig into the big question: Who are you becoming through the habits you practice? After several episodes focused on self-care habits, this conversation zooms out to explore identity, values, and what it means to become someone you're proud of—not just someone who survives the medical journey alongside your partner. Kendra shares the common experience of “orbiting” a physician’s life and the unintentional way identity can get lost in the role of constant support. Together, they explore how reclaiming identity is not about selfishness, but stewards...2025-07-2934 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 8: Spiritual Self-Care When Life Is Loud: Simple Practices for Physician Spouses🎙 Episode 8: Spiritual Self-Care — Tuning Into Awe, Stillness & Meaning Welcome back to Supporting Physician Spouses! In this final installment of our three-part self-care series, we turn our attention inward—to the soul. In this episode, Kendra and Katie explore what it really means to care for your spiritual self, especially when life feels hectic, loud, or overwhelming. Spiritual self-care isn’t just about religion. It’s about awe. Wonder. Stillness. Meaning. Nature. Creativity. Silence. It’s about reconnecting with the core of who you are—even if just for a moment. From slug-spotting with children to red...2025-07-2210 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 7: Who’s In Your Corner? Building a Strong Support System as a Physician Spouse🎙️ Episode 6: The Power of Connection — Social Self-Care Podcast: Supporting Physician Spouses Hosts: Kendra Harvey & Katie Harris In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, Kendra and Katie dive into the concept of social self-care—not the kind that fills your calendar, but the kind that fills your soul. Whether you feel isolated or simply want to deepen your friendships, this episode offers practical insights and honest conversation around building the meaningful connections every physician family needs. 💬 In This Episode: What social self-care really looks like for physician spouses Why proximity, timing, and...2025-07-1521 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 6: Feeling Numb and Overwhelmed? How Physician Spouses Can Reclaim Emotional Self-CareEpisode Summary: In this first episode of our 3-part series on soul care, we dive into emotional self-care — not the bubble bath kind, but the messy, sacred work of reconnecting with our own emotions. As physician spouses, it’s easy to become emotionally invisible to ourselves while managing everyone else’s needs. Kendra and Katie share real stories, honest reflections, and practical ways to begin honoring your own emotional needs. Whether you feel emotionally numb, overwhelmed, or simply unsure of how to name what you're feeling — you're not alone. This episode is an invitati...2025-07-0822 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 5: When Lowering Expectations Goes Too FarEpisode 5: When Lowering Expectations Goes Too Far July 1st is the medical world's New Year—and whether you're just starting out or well into the journey, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Lower your expectations.” In today’s episode, Kendra and Katie unpack this all-too-common mantra and explore the cost of lowering expectations too far. From unspoken relationship contracts to the logistics of life on a resident’s salary, we talk about what kinds of expectations should flex—and which ones should never be compromised. 💬 We explore: The danger of turning survival strategi...2025-07-0138 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 4: Basics of Physical Self-Care Series [Part 2]: Sleep, Movement & Nutrition🎙️ PODCAST SHOW NOTES Episode Title: Part 2: Sleep, Movement & Nutrition — Building a Foundation of Self-Care Episode Summary: In this second installment of our self-care series, we dive into three core habits that serve as the bedrock of personal resilience: sleep, movement, and nutrition. Kendra and Katie share personal stories and research-backed insights about how these basics affect emotional regulation, burnout risk, and daily functioning—especially for physician spouses navigating demanding family and professional roles. Tune in to discover why small, sustainable habits matter more than perfection, and learn how to identify your keystone habit. What W...2025-06-2423 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 3: Basics of Physical Self-Care Series [Part 1]: Hydration and Hygience Episode Title: Basics of Physical Self-Care Hosts: Kendra Harvey & Katie Harris Duration: ~18 minutes Episode Type: Part 1 of 2 🎧 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt and practical episode, Kendra and Katie dive into the foundational self-care habits that help physician spouses reconnect with themselves and avoid burnout. Building on Katie’s original coaching email and shared personal stories, the hosts explore how easy it is to slip into survival mode—and what it takes to reclaim your well-being. This is Part 1 of a two-part series focused on physical self-care. Today’s conversation covers hyd...2025-06-1719 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 2.5: Before We Go Further: A Quick Check-In + What’s Coming Next🎙️ Episode 2.5: “Before We Go Further: A Quick Check-In + What’s Coming Next” Before diving into deeper discussions on self-care and well-being, Kendra and Katie hit pause to reflect, reconnect, and set the stage for what's ahead. This short and heartfelt episode is both a life update and a behind-the-scenes peek into the podcast’s creation. You’ll hear: A personal check-in with each host, including a high school graduation and a wild family camping story involving cliffside ropes and toddler acrobatics. The surprising truth: This is their first podcast! They're learning as they go—and...2025-06-1016 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 2: Ready for Residency: Building a Stronger Mindset🎙️ Episode 2: Ready for Residency In this heartfelt episode, Kendra and Katie go back to where it all began—with an email from Katie just weeks before her husband matched into residency. Together, they revisit that initial message and unpack the emotions and themes it raised: the fear of losing yourself, the slow creep of resentment, and the struggle to balance support for a partner with honoring your own needs. They explore what it means to proactively prepare for a major transition like residency, and share tools to help you identify and meet your core needs—like conn...2025-06-0517 min
Supporting Physician SpousesEpisode 1: Why the Podcast and Who we are🎙️ Episode 1: Getting to Know Katie and Kendra – What Surprised Us, What We Weren’t Prepared For In this very first episode of Supporting Physician Spouses, hosts Katie Harris and Kendra Harvey introduce themselves and the heart behind the podcast. Coming from two very different seasons of life—Katie, in the thick of residency with young children, and Kendra, over a decade post-training with a large family—they share why they started this show and what they wish had existed when they began their journeys. From the loneliness and identity loss that often come with loving someone in me...2025-06-0522 min
Supporting Physician SpousesTrailer: Welcome to Supporting Physician SpousesSupporting Physician Spouses is the podcast where physician spouses and partners feel seen, heard, and supported. Hosted by Kendra—a 20+ year physician spouse and coach—and Katie—married to a physician in his final year of training—we know just how intense and isolating this life phase can be. From relocations and finances to identity shifts and family dynamics, we’re here to talk about it all. Through real conversations and practical tools and advice, we’ll help you navigate the transition from training to practice (and beyond) with confidence and community. Subscribe now to join us on t...2025-05-2901 min