DEIBXXEM2411 - CME/CMLE - Enhancing Strategies Toward Personal Wellness in the Ever-Changing World of Laboratory Medicine-Enhancing Strategies Toward Personal Wellness in the Ever-Changing World of Laboratory Medicine

Enhancing Strategies Toward Personal Wellness in the Ever-Changing World of Laboratory Medicine

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Dana Powell Baker and Carla Ellis, both professors in laboratory medicine, discuss personal wellness in the context of the laboratory medicine workforce. This presentation is part of a four-course series aimed at improving personal wellness and preventing burnout. The speakers emphasize the importance of defining what personal wellness means to each individual, particularly given the heightened stress and challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. They outline eight dimensions of wellness—physical, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, financial, environmental, and occupational—and encourage the audience to strive for balance across these areas.<br /><br />Strategies for achieving personal wellness include maintaining a healthy work-life balance, practicing self-care, and connecting with others. The speakers stress that wellness needs to be actively pursued and created rather than found. They also share personal anecdotes to illustrate the importance of scheduling time for self-care, seeking social support, making use of wellness programs offered by employers, and managing stress effectively. The goal is not just to talk about wellness but to provide actionable strategies to improve the overall well-being and effectiveness of laboratory professionals.

Keywords

personal wellness

laboratory medicine

burnout prevention

COVID-19 stress

eight dimensions of wellness

work-life balance

self-care strategies