Tag: optometry mental health
When “Yes” Becomes Automatic: People Pleasing in Health Care
By Taryn Doherty-Majewski, OD
Psychologists describe people-pleasing as a pattern rooted in empathy, agreeableness and a desire for harmony—traits that women consistently score higher in...
Burnt Out Before You Even Begin: A Silent Cause of Burnout
By Taryn Doherty-Majewski, OD
Hi. I’m a clinical optometrist—and a recovering perfectionist.
At first glance, those two identities might not seem connected. But I’ve learned firsthand...
Exactly Where You’re Meant to Be: A Letter From a Colleague
By Taryn Doherty-Majewski, OD
Driven. High-achieving. Motivated. Goal-oriented.
That’s how most people would describe those of us who chose this path. The journey to become a...
