Sasha’s Thoughts on Wellness, Women in the Workplace, Motherhood, and Medicine.

Are the things you are doing every day bringing you closer to your long-term goals and personal aspirations? Have you ever stopped to ask yourself if your daily activities are truly aligned with your life's mission? 

It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily...

Have you ever felt like you were spinning a dozen plates in the air, trying to keep everything from crashing down?  

Between work, family, friendships, personal growth, and maybe even a bit of “me time,” it often feels like there aren't enough hours in the day. I get it. As...

Growing up, many of us felt confined by societal expectations and personal insecurities. We were often told who we should be, how we should act, and what dreams were appropriate for us to pursue. These pressures, combined with our internal doubts, created a heavy burden. And sadly, many of us...

Life is not a straight path to success. It is a winding road with lots of unexpected detours, potholes, and maybe even a flat tire or two. But here's the kicker: sometimes, the biggest obstacles in our way are not the ones we stumble upon out there in the world. They are the ones we set up...

Let’s face it: being a woman in today's world comes with its own set of challenges. We are bombarded with societal expectations, stereotypes, and cultural norms that often leave us questioning our worth and abilities. We are constantly fighting against this invisible force that tells us we...

Deadlines at work, meetings piling up, and your inbox blowing up - these are just the bare minimum we must take in daily. Not to mention the things we had to deal with at home. With all these combined, it can be too much and too overwhelming to handle.  

In the fast-paced and demanding...

At the beginning of every year, I do this little tradition that resets me. This is a kind of ritual that is all about hitting the pause button and giving myself some quality time. I call it my "yearly wellness strategy," and it has been my go-to for keeping things on track. 

Why do I do it?...

With the everyday chaos around us, self-awareness stands as a guiding beacon, urging us to pause, reflect, and truly understand ourselves. It is not just about gazing at our reflection in the mirror, but about braving into the uncharted waters of our mind, heart, and soul. It is a journey that...

My typical day is split between two main roles I have to play: a woman physician and a mother. With all the never-ending tasks and demands I encounter daily, I am no superhero and there will be those times when a quick little recharge gets me going. 

As a woman doctor, my days are filled...

As a woman physician and a mom of four, I often find myself caught in the crossfire of a workplace dilemma that plagues many of us: the struggle of taking work home with us.

Like many others, I find myself caught in the swirling currents of this dilemma – the age-old question: do I take...