Breaking free from stress and burnout - with Dr. Shehzad Batliwala

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Ever felt so stressed and burned out that the pathway to joy feels a million miles away?
Ophthalmologist Dr. Shehzad Batliwala is on the podcast today to help you see the light. Listen in as he recounts a period of his life that felt like a free fall through stress and burnout, only to parachute into a world of authenticity and laughter.
We peel back the layers of Shehzad's experience, from confronting the pressures of medical training and the heartache of divorce to bravely stepping onto the comedy stage. His story, steeped in vulnerability, teaches us about the weight of external expectations and the liberating journey towards personal fulfillment.
Shehzad's transformation is a beacon for anyone adrift in the pursuit of happiness. Through our conversation, we uncover how therapy and comedy became his twin engines of change, propelling him from the shadow of unhappiness to a place where he could authentically engage with the world. The episode is a testament to the strength found in storytelling and the metamorphosis that comes when we dare to change our narratives. Tune in and be inspired by the power of self-reflection, growth, and a good laugh.
Meet Dr. Shehzad Batliwala

Dr. Shehz was born in India and raised in East Texas. He has navigated complex family dynamics, immigration struggles, and mental health challenges to become a serial entrepreneur, pioneering ophthalmologist, and space economy specialist. Dr. Shehz founded SmartPhone ER, a chain of seven successful tech stores, before becoming the first DO admitted into a prestigious MD ophthalmology residency program. He’s also interned at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, focused on astronaut visual health. As an adventurer, he has scaled Mount Kilimanjaro and ventured into real estate investment, embracing challenges as stepping stones to success. Currently serving as an Affirmative Action Officer for the Oklahoma Democratic Party, Dr. Shehz’s story is one of resilience, introspection, and transformative growth. His platform, Visionary Doc, aims to empower others to transform adversity into triumph.
Connect with Shehzad: www.visionarydoc.com

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1. Breaking free from stress and burnout - with Dr. Shehzad Batliwala (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Stress and Burnout (00:00:05)

3. Rediscovering Self Through Comedy and Therapy (00:12:16)

4. The Power of Self-Reflection and Growth (00:24:43)