7 episodes

Healthcare is a stressful field with complex social dynamics, competing economic interests and near impossible expectations. On a daily basis, this leads to emotionally intense, even traumatic situations for those providing care.  How do healthcare professionals cope so they can  keep coming back to this vital work? Join Mike Larson and Aaron Metcalf as they explore their stories in this podcast,  "No Really, I'm Fine!"

Got feedback, ideas or interest in sharing your story? Email us and let us know: connect@noreallyimfine.com

No Really, I'm Fine Mike Larson & Aaron Metcalf

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 12 Ratings

Healthcare is a stressful field with complex social dynamics, competing economic interests and near impossible expectations. On a daily basis, this leads to emotionally intense, even traumatic situations for those providing care.  How do healthcare professionals cope so they can  keep coming back to this vital work? Join Mike Larson and Aaron Metcalf as they explore their stories in this podcast,  "No Really, I'm Fine!"

Got feedback, ideas or interest in sharing your story? Email us and let us know: connect@noreallyimfine.com

    Dani Magarell, RN "Heart Forward Care"

    Dani Magarell, RN "Heart Forward Care"

    Send us a Text Message.We are thrilled to introduce you to Cardio Vascular Intensive Care Unit RN Dani Magarrell! Dani brings years of experience and wisdom into this episode in which she reflects on her journey learning to offer, “Heart Forward Care” to patients and their families. Dani engages us in stories about her own formation, struggles, and healing as she continues to grow in her practice and challenge herself to continue offering professional and impassioned care to people who are ex...

    • 54 min
    David Singer, LCSW "Tunnel Vision"

    David Singer, LCSW "Tunnel Vision"

    Send us a Text Message.In this episode we "Sing (David) Singer's" praises as he explores coping strategies he has learned as a hospital social worker over his 19-year career. David brings wisdom as a seasoned practitioner working in the emergency department of a Level 1 trauma center and as a practicing therapist while not working in the hospital. He brings tremendous joy and compassion into his work, and we dive into how he is able to maintain his level of passion after working with so much ...

    • 40 min
    Chelsea Neubauer, RN "Pillow Talk and Boundary Setting"

    Chelsea Neubauer, RN "Pillow Talk and Boundary Setting"

    Send us a Text Message.Neurotrauma ICU nurse, educator, chair of the practice council, "CAUTI" educator, cat momma, and all around delight, Chelsea Neubauer joins us for a conversation. Chelsea shares her draw towards nursing and her unique journey into her many roles and motivations for doing this challenging work. As you will hear, it has not always been easy for Chelsea, but she has continued to develop her craft to support both her practice and her wellbeing. Chelsea bings creativity and ...

    • 1 hr
    Chelan Metcalf, RN "Violence in the Room"

    Chelan Metcalf, RN "Violence in the Room"

    Send us a Text Message.This week we welcome the delightful and insightful Chelan Metcalf! Chelan is a nurse in on an acute med-surge floor and did her RN training in the thick of covid. She brings laughter and tears in this episode as she explores her unique (and deeply moving) call to this vocation and also explores an event of being assaulted while at work, as well as insight into the daily stresses of nursing. She also happens to be married to Co-Host Aaron Metcalf, but don't hold that aga...

    • 1 hr 14 min
    Adam Haight, LCSW Palliative Care, "Soul Purpose"

    Adam Haight, LCSW Palliative Care, "Soul Purpose"

    Send us a Text Message.This week we have the great opportunity to speak with Adam Haight, who is a Palliative Care social worker. Adam brings a lot of depth and reflection in this conversation as he explores what brought him to this unique work and what continues to offer him meaning as he engages people in very difficult conversations on a daily basis. We especially appreciate Adam's authenticity (both in this interview and in his work) as he candidly explores spirituality and meaning in wor...

    • 1 hr 11 min
    Jasper, 911 Dispatch, Three Dimensional Coping

    Jasper, 911 Dispatch, Three Dimensional Coping

    Send us a Text Message."911 What's your emergency? "Hopefully these are words you have never had to hear, but if you have, you'll be glad if Jasper Bawcom is on the other line, waiting and ready to dispatch services to you! Jasper brings deep reflection into his work, as well as powerful stories from his unique and high paced work. Jasper is insightful, compassionate, and professional in his role and is a delightful guest. This is certainly an episode to share around with family and friends w...

    • 1 hr 8 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

Littleman1981 ,

This is now part of my self-care

I love listening to these stories! I’ve laughed and cried, and feel so refreshed and grounded when I listen. It’s very validating to know how many others share similar experiences to mine. Thank you so much for doing this show!

chezamm ,

So far so good!

I’m loving hearing people share their stories of healthcare careers—some of the stuff people in hospitals face is unreal! Fun interviews with uplifting guests

CESM ,

A Healthy Dose

You don’t have to be a health care professional to benefit from this podcast. Hearing about how conscious self-care enhances one’s ability to care for others is inspiring for all of us. Dani, Mike and Aaron discuss difficult and challenging topics with humor and hope.

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