People often think sympathy and empathy are the same thing without realising they are very different concepts. Sympathy is an expression of care or concern for someone. In contrast, empathy is the ability to understand and feel the emotion of the other person. When you empathise, you understand the other person’s perspectives, predicament and share […]
Author: Dr Erwin Kwun
5 Benefits of writing
Writing has been life-changing for me. It has helped me to sharpen my mind, learn more about myself and connect with some of you who enjoy my work. Today, I’d like to show you 5 benefits of writing. 1. Boost your happiness Our mind is often focused on negatives. We get caught up by things that […]
The secret to a fulfilling career
So many doctors feel stuck working in a job not conducive to their health and wellbeing. Early in my career, I didn’t take good care of my wellbeing due to heavy workload and the enormous pressure. I was so busy to complete my never-ending list of jobs that I skipped meals and breaks. I knew […]
Passing MRCGP Exam despite crippling anxiety
If there is a stumbling block and you’re not able to find the answer your your CS or ES is not able to find the answer probably a third person can find you the answer so then I felt that because I had real respect for you seeing your videos and your approach so I contacted you and it […]
IMG Success Story
How an IMG passed MRCGP Exam after failing 4 times? In the next couple of weeks, my confidence skyrocketed because I could take the history in a reasonable time. Then, I had all the time to do the clinical management. Dr Inamuna Beregha After failing his MRCGP exam four times, Dr Inamuna Beregha hit rock […]
How to stop living an unfulfilled life?
“You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously.” – Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free So many people are unfulfilled with their life. Every weekday is the same. They wake up, go to work, come home, watch Netflix and then […]
Writing Your Life Story
How are you writing your life story? The story you tell yourself defines your trajectory in life. As you read this article, you are creating a new story and guess who is the main character. You are the most important person in that story. You have the power to choose what the main character does […]
What can Disney & J.K. Rowling Teach You on Rejection?
Have you ever been rejected? Everyone encounters rejection at some point in life. People don’t reply to your email. People say ‘No’ to you. You didn’t land your dream job. Even the most successful people have to deal with rejections. Walt Disney was fired for lack of creativity In 1919, Walt Disney was fired from […]
Job Application: Are You Making These Deadly Mistakes?
Applying for a job is a process that requires persistence, creativity, research and hard work. The job market is competitive so you need to differentiate yourself from others to succeed. Writing an excellent application letter is a crucial step to get your foot in the door. Lack of research Not doing enough research is a […]