Living Well

Dr Behrooz Behbod

Make sense of your health. Make room for living well. Join Dr Behrooz Behbod, a Harvard- and Oxford-trained public health physician, educator and coach, to explore health, wellbeing and quality of life. Evidence-informed perspectives on what helps, what remains uncertain, and how our work, relationships and surroundings shape our lives. Free email reflections: https://www.behroozbehbod.com Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  1. 2d ago

    Why 20 Years of Hard Work Keeps You Stuck

    Thinking about a career change at 40? Learn how to distinguish between your past professional investments and your current obligations. By age 40, you have likely built significant reputation, income, and responsibility. It is common to feel that leaving a role is a loss of that capital, rather than a necessary move for future growth. This confusion often traps talented people in work that no longer serves them. We examine how to assess your true position. By separating the sunk cost of your history from your present reality, you can approach a career transition with clarity. Whether you are facing midlife career questions or simply seeking a more sustainable path, these steps help you move forward without the fear of abandoning your hard-earned professional growth. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  2. 6d ago

    Stuck Between Staying and Quitting? Do This First

    Stop feeling trapped by workplace burnout. Learn a method to create progress in your career without forcing an immediate decision. Deciding whether to stay or leave your role often feels like an impossible choice, especially when you are exhausted. This approach helps you navigate the tension between these two paths, allowing you to build momentum while you weigh your options. By focusing on small, actionable steps, you can start to address your career dilemma without the pressure of a final verdict. We examine how to manage your current workload while protecting your energy, ensuring you do not sacrifice your health for a job that no longer serves you. Finding clarity on when to quit your job is a process, not an event, and improving your overall job satisfaction starts with reclaiming your agency today. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠ ⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  3. Oct 23

    You Recovered From Burnout. Now What?

    Burnout recovery is not just an endpoint where you feel better. Learn how to navigate the point where new choices become possible. Many people view the end of workplace exhaustion as the finish line, but true healing requires looking forward. This video explores why feeling better is only the start and guides you through the process of actively deciding what to do next with your life and career. We focus on shifting your perspective from simply managing mental fatigue to consciously exploring your future. By understanding that you are at a crossroads, you can move past the stagnation of burnout recovery and begin identifying what you truly want to build for yourself. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  4. Oct 20

    Before You Blow Up Your Career, Try This

    Thinking about a midlife career change? Test these three questions before resigning to secure your next move without losing stability. Many professionals feel the urge to leave their current role, yet fear the uncertainty of abandoning a steady income. This video is for those who need a practical framework to evaluate their situation before making a permanent shift. By assessing what you should keep, what requires adjustment, and what you are genuinely curious to explore, you can gain clarity without the pressure of having every answer immediately. We examine how to manage the friction between your current reality and your aspirations. Rather than assuming resignation is the only path to professional development, we focus on actionable insights that help you navigate this transition sustainably. If you are experiencing workplace exhaustion, these steps will help you determine if the problem is the role itself or the environment you are operating within. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  5. Oct 16

    The Overthinking Trap That Keeps You Stuck

    Stop overthinking when you are unsure what to do next. Making significant life decisions, such as a career change, often leads to a cycle of paralysis. When each option generates new questions, your self-trust erodes, making it difficult to move forward. This discussion introduces structured approaches to break that cycle. We will also address how to manage the mental fatigue that often accompanies these high-stakes moments. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  6. Oct 13

    Why More Rest Isn't Helping Your Burnout

    Is your weekend recovery just a way to survive until Monday? Learn how to reclaim your time and energy from the weekly grind. Many professionals find that by Friday night, they are completely depleted. If your downtime is spent purely on recovering from workplace exhaustion, you may be missing the signs of underlying burnout symptoms. It is common to accept this as the cost of a demanding career, but sacrificing your rest period often leaves you starting the next week already behind. This discussion helps you re-evaluate how you allocate your remaining energy. We look at moving beyond mere survival to building a sustainable work-life balance that allows you to actually enjoy your time off. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  7. Oct 9

    Have You Become Less Capable? (The Real Reason)

    Do you feel like you cannot cope like you used to? We examine if this reflects a true diminished capability or a shift in focus. By recognising the signs of workplace exhaustion, you can address the underlying mental fatigue rather than blaming yourself for a lack of progress. Learn to distinguish between these factors to build more effective coping strategies that support your long-term health. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

  8. Oct 7

    Why Capable People Blame Themselves for Burnout

    Feeling lost in your work? Discover three conversations that redefined my perspective on burnout recovery and finding balance. When their energy levels crash, many high-achieving professionals reach a point where they ask, "what is happening to me?" This often stems from prolonged workplace exhaustion that feels impossible to manage alone. I have been speaking with people recently who are navigating these exact feelings, and their stories highlight a common pattern in how we view our struggles. In this discussion, we examine three specific shifts in perspective that emerged from these dialogues. We look at how to move past the immediate impact of professional burnout. By identifying the specific sources of your career stress, you can regain a sense of agency without feeling the need to restart your life from scratch. About Dr Behrooz Behbod: Founder of The Entrepreneur's Doctor l Executive Coach l Harvard & Oxford-trained public health and wellbeing specialist. CONNECT WITH DR BEHROOZ: ⁠⁠https://www.behroozbehbod.com.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ --- Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

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Make sense of your health. Make room for living well. Join Dr Behrooz Behbod, a Harvard- and Oxford-trained public health physician, educator and coach, to explore health, wellbeing and quality of life. Evidence-informed perspectives on what helps, what remains uncertain, and how our work, relationships and surroundings shape our lives. Free email reflections: https://www.behroozbehbod.com Important: Educational only, not personal medical advice. If you have concerning or worsening symptoms, please seek professional care. Opinions are my own and may not reflect affiliated organisations.

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  • Creator
    Dr Behrooz Behbod
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dr Behrooz Behbod
  • Show Website
    Living Well