Korean-American medical student
mental health
Hey Jae: what's the best mentality to have as a pre-med?
Sep 23rd
It’s pretty simple, actually, and I think what I’m about to share is applicable to any field, whether it’s medicine or engineering or art. Every morning, look in the mirror and ask yourself, “Is what I’m going to do today going to make me happy?” If the answer’s “No” for more than a week, either…
The 3 rules of doctoring
Apr 2nd
I had dinner last night with an amazing mentor, and I wanted to share her thoughts with the world–they really made me step back for a moment and re-evaluate why we endure the unholy mental/physical war that is med school. I think everyone can relate to immersing themselves in the isolated world of studying, and…
MHIMS: perfectionism
Jan 7th
While commonly touted as a good thing, the notion of perfectionism is, when analyzed, little more than a source of stress, delusions, and a detrimental sense of failure. But wait, cry all the self-help coaches, overachievers, and med students. Perfectionism is good! It drives us to achieve, to surpass our limitations, to be all we…