I sat down with Dr. Yewande Olamide Fadojutimi to discuss how to build a career without sacrificing your mental health. Dr. Yewande Olamide Fadojutimi, known as Dr. Yewande or DY, is a medical doctor, certified cognitive behavioural therapist, speaker, and corporate trainer dedicated to helping professionals prioritize mental wellness, overcome burnout, and build resilience.
She is the founder of Kamy Counselling Services, a mental health practice in the Greater Toronto Area, where she helps clients in Ontario, Canada, navigate anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, and productivity challenges. She is also the host of Happy Without Medicine, a podcast offering practical strategies for personal and professional growth to a multinational audience. Dr. Yewande is the founder of Doing Well Media Company, a global platform that provides coaching and mentorship resources for women seeking balance without compromising on excellence, both personally and professionally.
In this episode, you will learn:
• Overwhelmed or burned out? What was the turning point that made you rethink your approach?
• Hustle culture. How do you balance ambition and career growth without falling into the trap of overworking yourself?
• Mental health in a high-performance driven environment. What are some early signs that someone is sacrificing their well-being for their career?
• Feeling guilty about setting boundaries. How can someone confidently communicate their limits without fearing they’ll lose opportunities?
• Work-life balance vs. work-life integration. Which approach do you believe is more sustainable, and how can professionals implement it effectively?
• A lot of people tie their self-worth to their job titles. How can we detach our identity from our careers while still striving for excellence?
• Toxic workplaces are real. What advice would you give someone who realizes their work environment is negatively impacting their mental health but feels stuck?
• What are your top three tips for managing stress while still excelling in your career?
• What’s one mindset shift or action step they can take today to start thriving in their career instead of just surviving?
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