Episode 1: Dr. Liz Wearne – Navigating Change, Trust, and Purpose

What if recalibrating your life and career started with listening to your own internal voice?

In this debut episode of Recalibrating with Sharee Johnson, Sharee speaks with Dr. Liz Wearne a General Practitioner, educator, board member, and ceramic artist—about trust, wellbeing, creativity, and choosing work that aligns with your energy and values.

A thoughtful conversation about slowing down, tuning in, and courageously reshaping your path in healthcare and life.

“So I think choosing different roles at different times has been about checking in with myself first and going, do I have the energy for this?” — Dr. Liz Wearne

Key Takeaways:

• Reflect on what matters most to you—internally and externally.
• Be open to recalibrating your life and career, especially when you notice yearning or restlessness.
• Cultivate internal and external support systems. Champions, mentors, and community matter.
• Don’t be afraid of vulnerability or failure; courage and patience are partners in growth.
• Recognize that rest, creativity, and joy are vital, not just “nice-to-haves.”
• Mindfulness, values, and presence help anchor you through change.

Resources Mentioned:

• Recalibrate Doctor Care Program:
  Liz is the co-creator of the Recalibrate program for doctors, designed to support recalibration, wellbeing, and growth in medical practice.
• Book Recommendation – Say What You Mean by Oren Jay Sofer:
  Referenced by Liz as foundational for mindful communication and values-based living.
• TED x PSU, Off Balance on Purpose – The Future of Engagement and Work-Life Balance:
  Dan Thurmon explores how those patterns can be transcended by living off balance on purpose.

Our theme music is "Caribbean" by Zambolino, sourced from FreeToUse.com/music/zambolino/caribbean.

Disclaimer:
The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. Always seek advice from your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent any entity they work with or for.

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