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Single Mom MD

Single Mom MD

By: Dr. Gail Clifford MD MMM CPE FACP FHM
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Single Mom Physicians need a little extra support. With medical practice, family life, paying off student loans and trying to have a minute for self care, joining community will help you get there faster. In this podcast, we'll concentrate on mindset, time and money saving ways to accomplish your goals, and ways to find fun and joy in every day so that you're that much closer to true life-work balance.Dr. Gail Clifford, MD, MMM, CPE, FACP, FHM Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
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  • 157: 7 Ways to Build Real Resilience
    Oct 30 2025

    Resilience is one of those words we’ve all heard — especially as physicians and mothers — but what does it reallymean when life knocks you down? In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford shares her personal journey with resilience: from being handed a massage chair during the pandemic as “support” while dealing with moral injury, to learning what it actually takes to survive and thrive as a single mom in medicine.

    You’ll hear 7 practical ways to build resilience, plus stories from Dr. Clifford’s own life, and wisdom from experts like Brené Brown and Viktor Frankl. From cultivating optimism to setting SMART goals, this episode offers real tools you can use — not just buzzwords.

    Whether you’re a single mom physician, an executive, or simply a woman facing tough times, this conversation will help you bounce forward, not just back.


    And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do just ⁠⁠⁠⁠that⁠⁠⁠⁠!


    Join the Single Mom MD community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's talk more for personalized attention to your specific questions. We look forward to welcoming you.


    When you think of additional topics you’d like covered on this podcast, contact me through the chat below and via social media @SingleMomMD.

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    12 mins
  • 156: From Chaos to Calm: A Busy Woman’s Guide to Living in the Now
    Oct 23 2025

    n this powerful episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford shares how overthinking sabotages our peace, our joy, and even our performance. Learn why staying present is more than just a mindset—it’s a survival strategy for overwhelmed physician and executive moms. With personal anecdotes, real talk, and actionable tips, this episode will help you reclaim your now and finally quiet the noise of what-ifs.


    And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do just ⁠⁠⁠⁠that⁠⁠⁠⁠!


    Join the Single Mom MD community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's talk more for personalized attention to your specific questions. We look forward to welcoming you.


    When you think of additional topics you’d like covered on this podcast, contact me through the chat below and via social media @SingleMomMD.

    Follow us at Single Mom MD:

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠



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    7 mins
  • 155: Another Secret to Happiness: Your Social Circle Matters
    Oct 16 2025

    In this episode of Single Mom MD, Dr. Gail Clifford explores the powerful link between happiness and the people you surround yourself with. Learn how to evaluate your social circle, prioritize positive relationships, and build a habit of meaningful connections that boost your mood and resilience. Tune in for expert insights and inspiring stories!

    And you can get started with some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week. ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠ are things to schedule on whatever you consider your "Sunday" to do just ⁠⁠⁠⁠that⁠⁠⁠⁠!


    Join the Single Mom MD community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and let's talk more for personalized attention to your specific questions. We look forward to welcoming you.


    When you think of additional topics you’d like covered on this podcast, contact me through the chat below and via social media @SingleMomMD.

    Follow us at Single Mom MD:

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠



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    7 mins
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