Helping physicians, their families, and healthcare systems address burnout from a new perspective!

"Everything begins with choice." – The Matrix Reloaded 

In the healthcare matrix, every choice we make—from supporting physicians to fostering family well-being—ripples through the system, impacting everyone involved. 

Helpful Burnout & Wellness Resources

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Burnout Risk Assessment Quizzes for Physicians and Their Spouses    

~FREE~

Take the FREE 5-minute Burnout Risk Assessment Quiz and discover your personal burnout profile. This quiz provides personalized results, helping BOTH physicians and spouses understand their burnout risk and offering initial steps to address it.

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Wellness Beyond the Whitecoat: Burnout Breakthroughs for Physician Families E-Book by Lisa A. Muehlenbein, Ph.D.

Just $7!

Wellness Beyond the Whitecoat: Burnout Breakthroughs for Physician Families is your essential guide to navigating the unique challenges of medical life. Written by Dr. Lisa Muehlenbein, a wellness coach and spouse of a physician, this e-book offers practical, research-backed strategies to help medical families reduce burnout, restore balance, and strengthen their relationships.
Whether you’re a physician or a spouse, you’ll find actionable tips on self-care, communication, and creating a supportive home environment—all designed to help your family thrive. And at just $7—less than the price of your favorite latte!—you can start your journey to wellness today.
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Read Dr. Lisa's Dissertation

Download and read Dr. Lisa's Ph.D. dissertation Physician Burnout and the Marital Relationship: Spouse Perspective.

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Featured Spotlight on The MedCommons

"When we talk about physician burnout, we often focus on the physicians themselves. Rarely do we explore the deep impact it has on their spouses and partners. Our Founder, Elizabeth Landry, had the opportunity to chat with Lisa Muehlenbein, Ph.D., whose own journey and dissertation shed light on this critical, yet under-discussed topic." 

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The Medical Marriage Book by Wayne M. Sotile and Mary O. Sotile

This book offers an in-depth look at the complexities of a medical marriage (and it's also one of the key pieces of work that inspired my dissertation research!).

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The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook by Kristen Neff and Christopher Germer

A practical guide to self-compassion, this workbook offers mindfulness exercises to help reduce stress and develop a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself.

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The Compassion Fatigue Workbook: Creative Tools for Transforming Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Transformation by Françoise Mathieu

This workbook is an excellent resource for those who support others through their work, such as physicians and their spouses, providing strategies to combat compassion fatigue.

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Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagasaki, PhD and Amelia Nagasaki, DMA

This book offers practical advice and scientific insights into how to recognize, manage, and recover from burnout.

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Disclaimer: All information on this website and within its contents is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapy. Always consult with a healthcare provider regarding any mental or physical health concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on The MedLife Matrix or from Lisa A. Muehlenbein, Ph.D. In case of a medical emergency, please dial 911 or 988 for a mental health crisis.