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In Search of 42
In Search of 42
Join me on a modern quest to unravel the big questions: life, the universe, and everything. Why are we here? Why do we exist? What is our purpose?
Ditch the dusty tomes and old books. This is an irreverent dive into existence, mixing classic wisdom with modern philosophy.
Buckle up for interviews and thought-provoking perspectives as we chase answers across philosophy, neuroscience, and the human experience.
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Physician Marriage Strategy: How to Save Your Relationship from Medical Career Burnout
Physician Marriage Strategy: How to Save Your Relationship from Medical Career Burnout
Jan 29, 2026
Discover the essential physician marriage strategy to protect your relationship from the unique demands of a medical career. Learn how to overcome physician burnout and communication struggles to build a sustainable, healthy partnership while balancing life as a doctor.
In this episode of "In Search of 42," Dr. Felix Boecker shares his personal journey through two divorces and how he finally learned the secrets to a successful physician marriage. If you are struggling with the "brutal hours" and "emotional depletion" of medicine, this video provides actionable strategies to ensure your relationship doesn't just survive, but thrives.
The Perfectionism Trap in Medicine: How to Survive High Standards Without Burnout
The Perfectionism Trap in Medicine: How to Survive High Standards Without Burnout
Jan 26, 2026
Struggling with medical student burnout or the pressure of being a perfect doctor? Discover how to manage perfectionism in medicine and maintain high clinical standards without destroying your mental health.
In this episode of "In Search of 42," Dr. Felix Boecker explores the paradox of perfectionism—the very trait that gets you into medical school but can lead to self-destruction once you’re there. Drawing from his own "German roots" and experience as a surgeon, he discusses why the drive for excellence is essential for patient safety, but why chasing an impossible "perfect" can be fatal for a physician's well-being.
Physician Career Crisis: How it Happens and What to do About It
Physician Career Crisis: How it Happens and What to do About It
Jan 22, 2026
Feeling trapped by physician burnout or a mid-career crisis in medicine? In this video, Dr. Felix Boecker discusses how to navigate the "golden handcuffs" of a medical career and find a path toward autonomy, alignment, and professional freedom.
If you’ve spent years surviving residency and fellowship only to realize your dream job has lost its luster, you aren’t alone. Many doctors reach a breaking point where the light at the end of the tunnel never arrives. Dr. Boecker shares his personal journey of pivoting from the high-stress world of trauma surgery to a more balanced life in wound care, proving that you don’t have to stay stuck in a career that no longer serves you.
Physician Burnout & The Identity Crisis: Why Being "Just a Doctor" is Dangerous
Physician Burnout & The Identity Crisis: Why Being "Just a Doctor" is Dangerous
Jan 19, 2026
Discover why separating your physician identity from your personal life is the most effective way to prevent physician burnout and reclaim your mental health. In this episode, Dr. Felix Boecker explores the hidden dangers of "Medicine as Identity" and provides a step-by-step guide for doctors and medical students to rebuild a fulfilling life outside of clinical practice.
The realities of processing trauma as a physician
The realities of processing trauma as a physician
Jan 15, 2026
Physician burnout and medical trauma are often ignored, but they can have a devastating impact on healthcare professionals. In this video, Dr. Felix Boecker discusses the "graveyard" of cases that haunt doctors and provides essential strategies for mental health for doctors and processing vicarious trauma.
Many physicians are taught to compartmentalize their emotions, but suppressing the trauma of patient deaths and bad outcomes can lead to long-term psychological distress. Dr. Boecker shares personal stories—from the loss of a young trauma victim to the tragic reality of unsuccessful organ donation—to illustrate why it is essential for medical professionals to give themselves permission to grieve. Whether you are a resident, an attending, or a medical student, learning to process these experiences is vital to being both a good doctor and a healthy human being.
How to DEAL WITH BURNOUT as a Busy Doctor [REAL SELF-CARE THAT WORKS]
How to DEAL WITH BURNOUT as a Busy Doctor [REAL SELF-CARE THAT WORKS]
Jan 12, 2026
Being a doctor isn't just about helping patients; it often means putting your own health last.
In this episode, Dr. Felix Boecker talks about simple and useful self-care tips for busy doctors who are feeling tired, stressed, or burned out.
Skip the bubble baths and cheesy wellness advice. This video shares real tools that can fit into an 80-hour work week. You'll learn how doctors can recover from burnout, deal with stress, and find the kind of support they actually need.
Whether you're in residency, working full-time, or somewhere in between, these wellness ideas are made for doctors who are doing their best to keep going.
How Medicine Destroys Relationships (And How Physicians Can Fix It!)
How Medicine Destroys Relationships (And How Physicians Can Fix It!)
Jan 8, 2026
In this episode, Dr. Felix Boecker, a seasoned physician, opens up about the harsh realities of balancing a medical career and relationships.
With firsthand experience, he shares the lessons learned from two divorces and what’s working now in his personal life. Medicine demands everything - emotional, physical, and mental energy - and if you’re not careful, it can destroy your most important relationships.
Dr. Boecker offers practical advice for physicians to navigate the unique challenges that come with dating and marriage while in the medical profession. Learn how to communicate better, prioritize your relationship, and set healthy boundaries to protect your happiness and career. This isn't just about avoiding burnout; it’s about fostering sustainable, fulfilling connections in your personal life.
Jan 5, 2026
Physicians are dying by suicide at alarming rates, and this crisis in medicine is still ignored far too often.
In this honest episode of In Search of 42, Dr. Felix Boecker shares his personal experience with depression, suicidal thoughts, burnout, and moral injury in medicine.
He also speaks about losing his brother to mental health struggles and how medical culture makes it hard for doctors to ask for help.
This conversation covers physician suicide statistics, why doctors are at higher risk, and how burnout, depression, and moral injury affect physicians, residents, and medical students. We talk about licensing fears, stigma around physician mental health, and the warning signs that are often missed in healthcare workers.
Dr. Boecker also discusses what has actually helped him, including therapy, medication, ketamine therapy, and having real support. Most importantly, this episode reminds doctors and healthcare professionals that struggling does not mean failure.
This episode is for physicians, residents, medical students, healthcare workers, and anyone worried about mental health in high-stress professions.
If you are in crisis right now:
Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
Text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
Call the Physician Support Line: 888-409-0141
Or go to the nearest emergency room
How To Choose The Right Medical Specialty: Balancing Lifestyle Vs. High-Intensity Careers!
How To Choose The Right Medical Specialty: Balancing Lifestyle Vs. High-Intensity Careers!
Jan 2, 2026
Are you choosing between a high-intensity specialty and one with a better lifestyle?
In this video, I share my journey from the demanding world of trauma surgery to the balanced pace of wound care.
I talk about why work life balance matters more than prestige and how your specialty choice shapes every part of your future. Don’t let others decide what kind of life you get to live, make that choice for yourself. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real talks about life and careers in medicine
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