The Catalyst Way™: Creative Strategies for Women in Medicine to Flourish

Dr. Lara Salyer
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Welcome to The Catalyst Way—the podcast for women clinicians who want to get organized, reignite creativity, and flourish in medicine. Hosted by Dr. Lara Salyer, DO, IFMCP, a physician, author, mentor, and Flow Research Collective-trained coach, this show is your weekly dose of practical strategies to help you flourish inside and outside the exam room. Whether you’re drowning in admin work, feeling creatively stifled, or building a Functional Medicine practice from scratch, you’ll find real, actionable solutions in every episode. ✨ What You’ll Learn: ️✔️ How to beat burnout and reclaim time & energy with better organization, essential tools, and flow science ️✔️ Why creativity is a clinical intervention (and how to harness it!) ️✔️ Mindset shifts, intuition, and self-expression for a sustainable career Expect short solo episodes packed with high-impact tips, plus occasional guest experts sharing their wisdom. Each episode ends with a ”Catalyst Question” to spark reflection and action. 🚀 Take the first step! Discover your burnout risk & creative strengths with the Catalyst Archetype Quiz → https://3nb09zv7070.typeform.com/archetype

  1. 3d ago

    Beyond the Label: Healing through Spirituality and Self-Love

    What if healing asks us to look beyond the diagnosis—and at the whole person underneath it?   I sit down with naturopathic doctor and mental health advocate Dr. Christina Bjorndal for a deeply personal conversation about mental health and healing. Dr. Christina vulnerably shares her own experiences with depression, suicide attempts, and an eating disorder, and how those experiences shaped the physician she became. We explore her holistic “health house” approach and talk about why healing often requires us to hold seemingly contradictory emotions at the same time.   Chapters: 03:39 How we first met 05:06 Dr. Christina shares her health journey 08:37 The framework that Dr. Christina uses when working with patients 16:16 Selfish vs. Self-Care 21:55 Depression and Mania 25:26 Medical Community and Bipolar Disorder 29:36 The Trouble With Being Disconnected 33:14 Three Wisdom Centers 40:20 How Women Shrink Themselves   Connect with Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND: Website: drchristinabjorndal.com Facebook: Dr. Christina Bjorndal Twitter: @drbjorndal YouTube: Christina Bjorndal Instagram: drchrisbjorndal     Links for this Episode: Catalyst Rounds: $33 Tickets for event on 9/16    Mental Health Resources This episode includes a personal discussion of depression, suicide attempts, and eating disorders. If you or someone you love needs support, these resources may help: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA): Screening tools, treatment resources, and free or low-cost support for eating disorders. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help/ SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov: A confidential resource for finding mental health treatment and support in your area. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/locators     Connect with Dr. Lara Salyer: Website: https://drlarasalyer.com Shop: https://drlarasalyer.com/shop Catalyst Kit: https://rightbrainrescue.com/p/catalyst_kit Instagram: @drlarasalyer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLaraSalyer TikTok: @Creativity.Doctor Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way Podcast.

  2. Aug 21

    What Is Your Business Really Building?

    Sometimes the business question you’re asking isn’t the decision you actually need to make. Maybe patient volume has dropped. You’re wondering if you should raise your prices, switch to a membership, take back the discovery calls you delegated, or finally try that new marketing strategy. These are important questions—but they can also keep us busy tinkering with the business without asking the bigger question: What am I actually trying to build? In this episode, I share a recent Catalyst session where we uncovered the hidden decision underneath one practitioner’s business concerns. I also introduce five types of businesses:   1. Lifestyle Practice 2. Legacy Practice 3. Exit Practice 4. Enterprise Practice 5. Employed Practice   Each one requires different decisions about growth, revenue, time, leadership, and risk. The goal isn’t to choose the “best” model. It’s to recognize which one supports your values and the life you want to create. Before you make your next business decision, ask yourself: Is this helping me build the business—and the life—I actually want?   Links Catalyst Advantage Catalyst Rounds Connect with Lara:  Website The Catalyst Way YouTube Instagram  Facebook LinkedIn TikTok     Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way

  3. Jul 10

    The #1 Leadership Skill Not Taught In Medical School

    Why do we find ourselves struggling to accept when patients ghost, leave, or don't follow our recommendations?   In this episode, I'm unpacking the number one leadership skill in medicine: learning how to care deeply without being attached to the outcome.    I'll also pull some favorite scripts from deep inside my Catalyst Studio archives, and you'll learn how you can help practice reframing so you stay compassionate and not start getting bitter and burned out.   Have you ever had a patient leave your practice and wondered if you had done something wrong?   Learning to let go with curiosity instead of bitterness may be one of the most important ways we protect both our patients and ourselves. Links Catalyst Studio Brainstorming Session 🎁 Free gifts! Ep 77 How to Make Feedback Your Friend Connect with Lara:  Website The Catalyst Way YouTube Instagram  Facebook LinkedIn TikTok     Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way

  4. May 15

    Redefining an Annual Visit (Catalyst Replay)

    How can you rethink traditional approaches and incorporate meaningful, patient-centered strategies into your practice?   In This Episode I'm Talking About: Practitioners should encourage patients to reflect on their core values. Finding flow and fulfillment is key to overall health. Wellness is measured by how we create, not just lab markers.   Catalyst Studio Mentorship: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst/#studio Brainstorming session: https://drlarasalyer.as.me/discovery (Use code PODCAST to waive the fee!) Website: https://drlarasalyer.com Shop: https://drlarasalyer.com/shop Catalyst Kit: https://rightbrainrescue.com/p/catalyst_kit Instagram: @drlarasalyer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLaraSalyer TikTok: @Creativity.Doctor   Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way

  5. May 1

    Good Invisible Work (Catalyst Replay)

    When can you schedule your next invisible workday? What is going to be the first thing on that list?   In This Episode I'm Talking About: 00:00 Reclaiming Invisible Work 02:14 Transitioning from Employment to Entrepreneurship 04:55 The Power of an Invisible Workday 06:44 Steps to Schedule an Invisible Workday 08:46 Creating a Productive Environment 11:04 Organizing Tasks for Success 13:47 Measuring the Impact of Invisible Workdays 15:27 Reflection and Future Planning   Inspire: https://drlarasalyer.com/inspire Catalyst Studio Mentorship: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst/#studio Brainstorming session: https://drlarasalyer.as.me/discovery (Use code PODCAST to waive the fee!) Website: https://drlarasalyer.com Shop: https://drlarasalyer.com/shop Catalyst Kit: https://rightbrainrescue.com/p/catalyst_kit Instagram: @drlarasalyer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLaraSalyer TikTok: @Creativity.Doctor   Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way

  6. Apr 10

    5 Strategies to Prevent Enmeshment With Your Patient's Healing Journey

    Enmeshment happens when your role as a practitioner turns into emotional over-responsibility, and suddenly your worth feels tied to your patients’ progress.   Five Strategies to Break Free from Enmeshment 10:29 Set Clear Boundaries 12:59 Encourage Patient Autonomy 16:13 Create Structured Treatment Plans 18:48 Regularly Evaluate Your Practice 23:25 Prioritize Self-Care Links Catalyst Studio Brainstorming Session Select Your FREE Gift Take this Quiz!   Connect with Lara:  Website The Catalyst Way YouTube Instagram  Facebook LinkedIn TikTok     Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way

  7. Mar 20

    The Group Visit Buffet: Designing Which Group Visit Type Works for You

    Once I embraced group visits, they became a game-changer for my practice and my patients!   Discover how these 7 approaches can enhance community building, patient engagement, and practice sustainability! Episode Breakdown: 04:20 Lunch & Learn 09:48 In-Office Group Sessions 11:28 Virtual Group Visits 17:10 Guest Expert Sessions 24:18 Q&A Style Sessions 18:11 The Catalyst Model 26:16 Community-Centered Groups Links Catalyst Studio Brainstorming Session   Archetype Quiz Select your gift! The Catalyst Advantage Episode 77: Are You Talking About Me? -- How to Make Feedback Your Friend Connect with Lara:  Website The Catalyst Way YouTube Instagram  Facebook LinkedIn TikTok     Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way

  8. Mar 6

    Trauma and Functional Medicine Healing

    Trauma-informed care plays a critical role in functional medicine. Trauma can affect patient outcomes. This episode provides actionable insights for clinicians to create a more trauma-aware practice, highlighting the need for self-awareness and personal healing among healthcare providers to better support their patients.   Highlights: Trauma can significantly impact clinical outcomes, even with correct protocols. Patients often come with a history of medical trauma, affecting their engagement. The clinician's own trauma work is essential for effective patient care. Creating a safe and nurturing environment is crucial for patient healing. Recognizing different trauma responses in patients can guide treatment approaches.   Links:   Catalyst Studio: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst Brainstorming session: https://drlarasalyer.as.me/discovery Membership Practice Jumpstart Workshop Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/membership-practice-jumpstart-tickets-1981907451539?aff=oddtdtcreator The book 90 Seconds to a Life You Love:  https://a.co/d/02hRL3fH   Connect with Lara: Website: https://drlarasalyer.com Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catalyst-way-creative-strategies-for-women-in/id1611612131  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7d96T0XY32NxEefslXhLNo?si=90609a4ca6254dec  https://www.instagram.com/drlarasalyer/  https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@Creativity.Doctor

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Welcome to The Catalyst Way—the podcast for women clinicians who want to get organized, reignite creativity, and flourish in medicine. Hosted by Dr. Lara Salyer, DO, IFMCP, a physician, author, mentor, and Flow Research Collective-trained coach, this show is your weekly dose of practical strategies to help you flourish inside and outside the exam room. Whether you’re drowning in admin work, feeling creatively stifled, or building a Functional Medicine practice from scratch, you’ll find real, actionable solutions in every episode. ✨ What You’ll Learn: ️✔️ How to beat burnout and reclaim time & energy with better organization, essential tools, and flow science ️✔️ Why creativity is a clinical intervention (and how to harness it!) ️✔️ Mindset shifts, intuition, and self-expression for a sustainable career Expect short solo episodes packed with high-impact tips, plus occasional guest experts sharing their wisdom. Each episode ends with a ”Catalyst Question” to spark reflection and action. 🚀 Take the first step! Discover your burnout risk & creative strengths with the Catalyst Archetype Quiz → https://3nb09zv7070.typeform.com/archetype

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