Reflections by Naazi Morad
In government hospitals, doctors like Jessica face a daily paradox. They are entrusted with saving lives yet often appear detached or insensitive to patients. Onlookers may mistake this for coldness, but behind the scrubs lies a human being carrying trauma, stress, and the heavy weight of responsibility.
The Cost of Proving Yourself
Jessica works tirelessly, balancing life-and-death decisions, long hours, and emotional exhaustion. Yet, like many professionals, she carries the burden of proving herself, not only to patients but also to colleagues, family, and herself.
Why is it expected that someone must constantly prove their worth? Who benefits from this relentless cycle, and at what cost?
Many people chase titles, positions, and high-paying salaries, believing success is measured in money or status. But the hidden price is steep: sleepless nights, skipped meals, chronic anxiety, and an overactive mind trapped in a constant “what if” loop. Mental peace, emotional well-being, and true happiness have no price tag, yet society often overlooks them.
A Personal Reflection
From my own experience in the corporate world, I’ve learned that success measured only by title and paycheck can leave the soul depleted.” I chased titles, paychecks, and recognition. But when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I realized something profound, none of that mattered to those I led. The title, the office, the paycheck, it all felt hollow when my purpose was disconnected.
Today, I run my own practice, Wellness Within Therapy, and serve under Mission of Mercy. “Although I don’t earn what I used to, my practice is thriving in purpose and impact, and I am dedicated to each client I serve. ” I sleep at night. I choose my hours. I determine my value. Most importantly, the reward comes from seeing people heal, rather than commanding or managing them through instructions and procedures.
🔄 The Reality for Professionals
“Healthcare workers, doctors and nurses alike, including Jessica, are human first, navigating unseen stress, trauma, and emotional burden every day.” “Behind the scrubs and professional roles lies hidden trauma, stress, and pressure, underscoring the urgent need to address the mental health challenges of demanding careers.” Therapeutic interventions, counseling, and self-awareness practices are not luxuries they are essential.
For those chasing status and paychecks at the cost of sleep and joy, the lesson is clear: peace of mind and emotional balance cannot be bought, but they can be cultivated through conscious living, boundaries, and self-care.
🌸Reclaiming Your Power
Healing begins with self-awareness. Professionals, whether doctors, corporate leaders, or anyone under pressure, can reclaim their power through:
- Setting healthy boundaries at work and in relationships.
- Therapeutic practices such as reflection, mindfulness, and counseling.
- Prioritizing emotional well-being over societal definitions of success.
📞 Take Action Today
If you are a professional struggling with stress, anxiety, or the weight of responsibility, know this: you do not have to carry it alone. Investing in your mental health is not a luxury, it is a necessity.
I invite you to explore how therapy and self-awareness practices can restore balance, reclaim your power, and bring peace to your mind and soul.
Book a session today with Wellness Within Therapy or Mission of Mercy and take the first step toward your mental and emotional well-being.
“To the doctors and nurses whose tireless work often goes unseen: your compassion, strength, and dedication save lives every day, even when no one applauds, your impact is immeasurable.”
— Reflections by Naazi Morad
