Send us a text In this coaching episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I work with a practitioner who’s feeling stuck between wanting to raise her prices and not wanting to disappoint longtime patients. What unfolds is a powerful exploration of people-pleasing, undercharging, resentment, and what it really means to make authentic business decisions. We dig into the emotional weight of caretaking, the guilt that comes with setting boundaries, and how to shift from self-sacrificing to...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I talk about how people-pleasing and a fear of being disliked can sabotage your authority as a practitioner and your patients’ outcomes. I share stories from my own early days in practice, where I let patients dictate treatment, negotiated on my own recommendations, and stayed quiet to avoid conflict. Spoiler: none of it worked. Patients didn’t get better, and they stopped coming. I unpack why “meeting people ...

Send us a text Hey everyone! There’s no regular podcast episode this week, but I wanted to make a quick announcement. We were just presented with a really cool limited-time offer from Shopify, who is our payment processing company. The offer is 6-months of interest free payments for qualified buyers through Shop Pay. So if you have been considering coming to Harmonize and have been looking to pay your tuition over time, you can now do so with no interest for 6 months. But yo...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I unpack why so many Chinese medicine practitioners resist sales and how that resistance is quietly killing their businesses. I share personal stories and professional missteps to reframe sales not as sleazy or greedy, but as a core clinical skill. If my job as a doctor is to move someone from suffering to relief, then persuading them to follow through on a treatment plan is part of that job. I challenge the myth that you...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I dive into the unique challenges of building a business when you’re financially comfortable and don’t technically need to work. Whether you’re supported by a partner or have other income streams, it can be surprisingly hard to find the fire that fuels meaningful growth. I share my own story of running a “jobby” for years and the hard truth about what happens when comfort overrides ambition. This episode is about en...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I share a personal story about hitting the edge of what I could accomplish alone—and how that experience mirrors the exact point where many Chinese medicine practitioners stall in their business. Whether it’s lifting heavier weights or growing a practice, there comes a time when self-guided effort isn’t enough. I talk about what it really takes to reach the next level: identity shifts, strategic investment, mentorship, an...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I unpack why many Chinese medicine practitioners hesitate to specialize, niche down, or take bold steps in their business, and how that hesitation is rooted in fear, not fact. I share the story of a practitioner who believed there weren’t “enough patients” for her niche, and how we dismantled that false narrative with math, mindset, and a reminder that entrepreneurs don’t wait for proof. They become it. If you’ve ev...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I break down the critical difference between capability and capacity, and why understanding this gap is the key to sustainable growth in both life and business. Just because you’re capable doesn’t mean you’ve built the capacity to handle what you want. And repeating “I don’t have the bandwidth” might be training your brain to believe you can’t. I explore how language shapes your identity, why avoiding stress and fai...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I unpack the hidden ways we resist growth in life and business. Whether it’s avoiding discomfort, clinging to outdated identities, or numbing through distraction. From the pressure to stay youthful to the fear of letting go of what no longer fits, I break down why personal evolution feels so uncomfortable and why resisting it creates even more suffering. If your business feels stuck or you’re feeling stagnant, it’s ...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I explore the real reason so many Chinese medicine practitioners hold back from growing their businesses: fear of being judged. Whether it’s posting on social media, raising your rates, or stepping into a more visible role, the discomfort of potential criticism can keep you small. I unpack the evolutionary roots of this fear, why it feels so intense, and how to shift your mindset so that judgment becomes a sign you’re doi...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I discuss what real empowerment actually means for Chinese medicine practitioners, especially women in the profession. I share a story about a Facebook group that mistook outrage and blame for empowerment—and why that mindset keeps us stuck. True empowerment doesn’t come from complaining about inequality or waiting for someone else to change. It comes from self-accountability, rewriting the story you’re telling your...

Send us a text In this episode, I share a behind-the-scenes coaching conversation with a practitioner who made a massive leap: she pitched and sold a $6,000 postpartum package that includes in-home acupuncture, herbal medicine, and chef-prepared meals. But the real shift wasn’t just charging a premium. It was confronting the hidden resistance to receiving that level of money and ownership. We talk about what it means to move out of hustle mode, how to know when it’s “enough,” and why tr...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I reflect on why the most compelling stories—the ones we remember and learn from—are always shaped by adversity. From watching a surprisingly drama-free documentary about Kenny G to navigating hard seasons in my own business, I explore why grit, struggle, and setbacks are what give your story depth. Easy paths don’t inspire. But the tough moments? They’re the scenes future you will look back on with pride. If it fee...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I get honest about a recent wave of discouragement after rebranding my coaching business and not seeing the results I expected. I share what I did to recalibrate—returning to the basics, restarting my self-coaching practice, revisiting my letter from my future self, and reevaluating how I create content. This episode is a reminder that slow seasons don’t mean failure—they’re an invitation to shift, reflect, and grow...

Send us a text In this special episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I’m joined by Lauryn Williams of Student Loan Planner to break down what’s really happening with student loan repayment in 2025. We cover the end of interest-free forbearance, the reality behind the new RAP plan, and the major shifts in income-driven repayment programs that will impact nearly everyone with federal student loans. Whether you’ve never made a payment, are self-employed with fluctuating income, ...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I’m diving into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation about "red flag" patients. We’ve all had that moment—sitting across from someone and feeling in your gut that taking them on isn’t the right call. So why do we do it anyway? I share my own stories of overriding my instincts out of scarcity and people-pleasing, and how those decisions came back to bite me. You’ll learn why your clinic isn’t the hospitality industry,...

Send us a text In this special episode, I’m announcing my free training, The Art of Assertiveness: How to Set Win-Win Boundaries with Your Patients. If you’re feeling overextended, answering patient messages at all hours, skipping vacations, or wondering if this is just how running a practice has to be—it’s not. This training gives you the exact framework I use to create boundaries that stick, end people-pleasing, and start running your business on your terms. It’s short, practical, and...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I talk about “procrastilearning”—that sneaky habit of staying stuck in learning mode to avoid the discomfort of taking action. You tell yourself you just need one more course, one more training, one more certification, but deep down you know the real issue isn’t knowledge—it’s fear. I explore why lasting change requires more than new strategies or skills; it demands an identity shift into the person who already has the life and...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I dive into one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of business growth: recognizing when you’re running your business from old wounds and unexamined narratives. These patterns—from fear of rejection to over-responsibility—often show up as overworking, people-pleasing, control, and burnout. While these wounds may have helped you survive in the past, they’re not the fuel you want for building the business or life you tru...

Send us a text In this episode of Better Skills. Better Doctors., I share a personal reflection sparked by a visit from my parents and their ongoing confusion about how Michael and I actually earn a living. Their questions reminded me just how unfamiliar and unconventional our business model looks from the outside—and that’s exactly the point. I talk about the intentional decisions we’ve made to build a business that supports an extraordinary life, not just a predictable one. If you’ve ever f...