DRIVE TIME DEBRIEF: A Physician Wellness Podcast with The Whole Physician Burnout Isn’t What You Think with Dr. Annia Raja: Episode 211
Mar 26, 2026
32:27
What if burnout isn’t just about working too much… but about losing touch with yourself?
In this powerful conversation, clinical psychologist Dr. Annia Raja shares what’s really happening beneath burnout—especially for high-achieving professionals and physicians. From emotional suppression to identity loss, we unpack why so many feel disconnected—and how to begin finding your way back.
💡 In this episode, we cover:
- Why “burnout” might be the wrong word
- The hidden cost of emotional numbing (and why it affects everything)
- Perfectionism, guilt, and the fear of not being enough
- How medical culture reinforces suppression and disconnection
- The concept of moral injury and why it matters
- Why you can’t selectively numb emotions (and what that means for joy)
- What depth therapy is—and why quick fixes often fall short
- Signs it might be time to seek support
- What healing actually looks like (hint: it’s not what you expect)
✨ Key takeaway:
You are not broken. The system may be—but your capacity to feel, reconnect, and rebuild a fuller life is still there.
📍 Learn more about Dr. Raja:
https://www.anniarajaphdtherapy.com
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