1. Physicians should give themselves the same leeway they give their own patients by setting boundaries, making time for themselves and engaging in a support system.
2. A stress diary can help physicians keep track of the stressors they experience and provide ideas on ways to overcome them.
3. Physicians should aim to keep a daily schedule and stick to it, despite whatever else may come up.
4. It is important for physicians to keep both mental health and physical health in positive alignment.
5. If these other methods don’t seem to help, physicians should consider alternatives like psychotherapy or counseling.
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