Philippe Erhard M.D.

"Let us not envy those who stand higher than we do: what looks like towering heights are precipices." Seneca #wellness #mindfulness

Continuing learning and development is an essential habit to our wellbeing, especially in a pandemic. "If you apply yourself to study you will avoid all boredom with life." Seneca... #wellness #mindfulness

According to Dr Earlexia Norwood, smiling has many health benefits and decreased stress level. People who smile appear more likeable, and are more productive. Smile and you will change your life. #wellness #mindfullness

#love hiking Morning in Domme. The Dordogne river is hiding in the fog. #lovehiking #dordogne #hiking #france

'Mindfulness is knowing what you are experiencing while you're experiencing it. ' Guy Armstrong #mindfulness #wellness

Are you mindful or mindless? You are mindless if you forget someone's name right after being introduced. #mindfulness #wellness

If we believe that happiness depends on external circumstances, we will spend our life searching pleasure and avoiding pain, but pleasure will go and pain will come making our life miserable. #wellness #mindfulness

I worried (part 3) Finally I saw that worrying had come to nothing. And gave it up. And took my old body and went out into the morning, and sang.' Mary Oliver #wellness #mindfulness

it is just simple attention that allows us to truly listen to the sound of the bird, to see deeply the glory of an autumn leaf, to touch the heart of another and be touched. Jack Krornfield #mindfulness

Gratitude has a way of turning what we have into enough. Timber Hawkeye Life is difficult as we are dealing with Covid, but it helps to focuss on what we have. #gratitude #mindfulness #wellness

Acceptance is the conscious choice to experience our sensations, feeling and thoughts just as they are. Christopher K Germer Acceptance will help us to adapt and change based on reality. #mindfulness #wellness

La Romieu, a peaceful medieval village worth exploring. The Collegiate church is listed as a Word Heritage site by Unesco. #compostelle #france

Instead of looking around us to see something wrong, we must learn to look around to find something to appreciate. #gratitude #wellness #mindfullness

Not able to go South for the winter? No problem, in Manitoba, on can always enjoy the winter and find a quiet place on a lake, #manitoba #winter

"My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others." Bob Hope And this year, loving others means social distancing and virtual connections. #covid #christmas

"Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand." Dr. Seuss

Lectoure: a welcome sight at the end of a long day. #compostelle #hiking #france #wellness

A winter storm is coming: let's enjoy the moment. "Oh the weather outside is frightful, But the fire is so delightful, And since we've no place to go,... Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow." #wellness #mindfulness See more

Consciously choose the thoughts that fill your mind as you go through your day. Practice looking for positive encounters and situations. #gratitude #wellness #mindfulness

It is such a nice feeling to spend the day, lost in the middle of pastures, hills and flowers, with nothing to do but just admiring the scenery. #compostelle #wellness #hiiking #france

It is important to keep in mind that our attitude either attracts or combats positivity or negativity. We can choose who we want to be. #gratitude #mindfulness #wellness

Attractive doors in the village of Flamarens. # compostelle #hiking #france

Feeling grateful improve sleep. If you have difficulties sleeping, instead of counting sheep, count your blessings. #gratitude #wellness #mindfullness

We are on the middle of 'plastic' fields as far as we can see. They are used to speed up the maturation of cantaloupes...but at what cost for the environment... #compostelle #hiking #france #plasticpollution

Two thirds of our happy experiences come from relationships. Our friends, relatives, children and partner are all contributing to our wellbeing. Thank you to all.

No, we are not in Tuscany, but on the way to Lectoure, in Deep France, on the historical Compostelle trail. #compostelle #hiking #france

Focussing on the positive can detract us from the power of negative. Being grateful for what we have prevents us to see what we lack. #gratefulness #mindfulness

Are you too critical of others? Helpful criticism is about making the world a better place. Unhelpful criticism is about making yourself feel better. When I criticize other people, am I trying to be genuinely helpful or am I trying to make myself feel better? #wellness

Auvillar, has been voted 'one of the most beautiful villages of France' and is a delight to visit. #compostelle #hiking #france

Do you have difficulties to enforce healthy boundaries or saying 'no'. It may be because you value other people more than yourself. When you enforce a healthy boundary, you reinforce the belief that you matter just as much as anyone else. #wellness #mindfulness

Do you struggle to take compliments? Taking compliments well means a healthy respect for yourself and the opinions of others. It is often as simple as smiling and saying thank you. #wellness #mindfulness

The trail is now flat and easy, first in the forest, along a canal until we reach the Garonne river and the view of the village of Auvillar on top of a hill. #compostelle #hiking #france

There’s no such thing as work-life balance. There are work-life choices, and you make them, and they have consequences Jack Welch #wellness #burnout #mindfulness

Taking the time to visit an isolated church. #compostelle #hiking #france

Basic self care includes: -Physical needs:sleep, diet, fluid intake, exercise, -Cultural and recreational interests outside of work, -Relationship with family and friends.... How are you doing? #wellness #burnout #mindfulness

Yes, we are on the right trail. Reassuring signs on the way to Auvillar. #compostelle #hiking #france

The CMA Code of Ethics makes it a fundamental responsibility of physicians to maintain and promote their own health. One of the best way to maintain our own health is by respecting our most basic needs, but, as physicians we consistently mismanage this area #wellness #burnout

If your emotional abilities aren’t in hand, if you don’t have self-awareness, if you are not able to manage your distressing emotions, if you can’t have empathy and have effective relationships, then no matter how smart you are, you are not going to get very far.Daniel Goleman

Self-awareness gives you the capacity to learn from your mistakes as well as your successes. It enables you to keep growing. Lawrence Bossidy #mindfulness #wellness #burnout

After the endless wheat fields, the little town of Moissac feels like a big city. #compostelle #hiking #wellness

Dysfunctional thinking: we have the false belief that wealth will make our life better. Even individuals with a net worth of ten millions think they need to increase their wealth dramatically to be happier... How much is enough? A little bit more. #mindfulness #wellness

We are lost in the middle of wheat fields and encounter a welcoming place where we can rest and enjoy a coffee. #compostelle #hiking #wellness

If you start to think the problem is "out there', stop yourself. That thought is the problem. Stephen R Covey #wellness #mindfulness

Along the trail, the village of Montlauzun. #compostelle #hiking #france

We are responsible for our own effectiveness, for our own happiness, and ultimately, I would say, for most of our circumstances. Stephen R Covey #mindfulness #wellness

How can a nation be called great if its bread tastes like kleenex? Julia Child We are in an amazing country as the bread doesn't taste like kleenex here... #compostelle #gratitude

'Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Albert Einstein Unhappy with your life? It's a sign that something need to change in your life. #wellness #gratitude

In the middle of a wheat field under a beautiful sunshine anybody can be happy. Mehmet Murat Ildan After the fields of sunflowers, the trail takes us among fields of wheat. #compostelle #gratefulness

'It's never too late to be what you might have been.' George Eliot We can't change our past, but we can change today . Stopping, examining what we are doing and acting according to our values will help to combat burnout. #burnout #wellness

Admiring the sunflowers fields along the trail. 'A sunflower field is like a sky with a thousand suns.' Corina Abdulam-Negura #compostelle #wellness #gratitude

'Take time to listen and talk about the voices of the earth and what they mean--the majestic voice of thunder, the winds, the sounds of surf and flowing streams.' Rachel Carson What voice do you listen to? #mindfulness #gratefulness #wellness

'In wilderness is the preservation of the world.' Henry David Thoreau #gratefulness #wellness

'Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find resources of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.' Rachel Carson Remember: go outside, listen and watch...it will help prevent burnout. #burnout #wellness #gratefulness

'The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself.' Henry Miller #mindfulness #gratefulness

To pray you open your whole self To sky, to earth, to sun, to moon To one whole voice that is you. And know there is more That you can’t see, can’t hear...... Eagle Poem. Joy Harjo #gratefulness #wellness See more

The trail brings unexpected discoveries such as those round constructions build in 600 BC, a fridge full of cold drinks and a reassuring sign confirming that we are on the right way. #compostelle #hiking #france

' The clearest way into the Universe is though a forest wilderness' John Muir #wellness #johnmuir

Exploring St Circ la Popie. #compostelle #hiking #france

'Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life.' Rachel Carson It may be more difficult to go outside in the winter, but remember by being outdoors , you will help preventing burnout.

"In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, This mark our place.... We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie,... In Flanders fields..." Let's not forget those who give their lives to protect our freedom.

Burnout is an erosion of the soul caused by a deterioration of one's values, dignity, spirit and will. Christina Maslach #burnout #wellness

Arriving at St Circ la Popie is magic... #compostelle #hiking #wellness #france

You may be experiencing burnout if you experience: -feelings that you are in the wrong organization or profession -feelings that you do not have time to do many of the things that are important -feelings that there is more work to do that you have the ability to do #burnout

Hiking is also about meeting people and sharing local celebrations. #compostelle #hiking #france #wellness

More symptoms of burnout -feeling less sympathetic with people -feeling misunderstood or unappreciated -feeling that we are achieving less than we should #burnout #wellness

Scenic trail along the 'vallée du Célé on the way to Cabrerets. #compostelle #hiking #france

You will not always be able to solve all of the world’s problems at once but don’t ever underestimate the importance you can have because history has shown us that courage can be contagious and hope can take on a life of its own. Michelle Obama

Common burnout signs: -feeling run down and drained of physical and emotional energy -negative thoughts about our job -feeling unpleasant level of pressure to succeed -easily irritated by small problems... #burnout #wellness See more

The market in Cahors is alive and a delight of colours and delicious smells. #compostelle #hiking #france #wellness

Steps to resolve a dilemma: -define the different conflicting demands -outline possible strategies -apply one strategy and monitor its effectiveness -reassess if not effective ... #burnout #wellness See more

Cahors is a perfect stop along the way with its historical bridge built in 1308 (Pont Valentre) #compostelle #hiking #france

Dilemmas are not easy to solve and require personal involvement . Nobody else can do it for us and it takes time.

Treasures along the trail. #compostelle #hiking #wellness Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads. Henry David Thoreau

"He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has." Epictetus Happy Thanksgiving!

Arrival at St Cirq La Popie: our stage for the next 2 nights. #compostelle #hiking #france

Burnout doesn't have any solution because we are not dealing with a problem but with a dilemma between 2 or more conflicting alternatives. A dilemma is not easily solved and requires an ongoing strategy to choose between conflicting alternatives. #burnout #wellness #mindfulness

So many surprises along the trail as we now follow the Lot river. #compostelle #hiking #france

What is my usual response to burnout? -I give up and continue the same behavior -I try to fix the problem by working harder -I play the victim and blame others or computers -I quit

A welcoming sight just in time for lunch.