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About Dr. Michael Maddaus

In the professional realm, the rules of balance are ignored. “Optimizing” becomes endless. People end up treating themselves like machines. As a high performer, successful academic cardiothoracic surgeon, and lifelong rebel, Michael knew this as well as anyone.

Michael helps people navigate the boundary between the two. With proven habits and techniques to reconnect with one’s “personal operating system” and get back to living on their own terms — as their UNIQUE self.

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One of the things I love

One of the things I love

to do when I am on my evening walk with my girl Juno (my Italian Mastiff dog) is to stop periodically, have her sit, and cuddle. Yes, cuddle. We both LOVE to cuddle. It is a part of our ritual together on the walk, but only at night. I look

My wife and I used to

My wife and I used to

enjoy watching the news, particularly Morning Joe on MSNBC. She loved drinking her coffee while listening to the show, and I enjoyed the banter and dialogue. It started to become apparent that her favorite morning activity was affecting her mood, and mine, and not in a good way. The debates

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The Resilient Surgeon: Oliver Burkeman

The Resilient Surgeon: Oliver Burkeman

British journalist and best-selling author Oliver Burkeman discusses how we can make the most of our finite lives in a world of impossible demands and relentless distraction with better time management. Click here to learn more about Oliver Burkeman, his work, and his impact in the world.

The Resilient Surgeon: Dr. Christopher M. Barnes

The Resilient Surgeon: Dr. Christopher M. Barnes

Christopher M. Barnes is a professor of organizational behavior at the University of Washington. An expert on the impact of sleep deprivation, Dr. Barnes discusses the impact it has on leadership performance, behavior, and interpersonal relationships. Listeners also will learn about the concept of “social jetlag” and steps to take

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