Striving High

Leadership

Leading From Within When the Stakes Are High

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on July 22, 2025

Feeling the pressure and struggling to think clearly? Learn what's happening in your brain and how to restore calm and clarity when it matters most.

Leadership

Are You Leading Relationally or Transactionally?

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on May 21, 2025

Under pressure, it’s easy to choose a task over connection. Here’s how to lead with both when it matters most.

Leadership

5 Vital Steps to Help You Overcome Resistance

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on April 28, 2025

Struggling with change? Learn science-backed strategies to break through resistance and move forward with confidence.

Leadership

Leading Under Pressure

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on March 27, 2025

In moments of pressure, leadership begins within. Discover three tools to quiet the chaos, lead with clarity, and stay anchored in who you are—no matter what’s at stake.

Burnout

Are You a High Performer or a Workaholic?

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on February 7, 2025

High achievers thrive on excellence—but when does ambition turn into self-sabotage?

Leadership

The Ripple Effect: How Leadership Begins Within

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on January 12, 2025

Have you thought about the ripples you create in your daily interactions? Small actions can have a big impact. Discover how self-awareness shapes your leadership.

Empathy

A Surgeon’s View: Navigating Healthcare as a Family Member

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on October 28, 2024

Personal Perspective: A surgeon’s experience with a loved one’s illness reveals where healthcare systems struggle to fully support families with empathy.

Resilience

5 Strategies to Build Resilience and Empower Your Child

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on July 14, 2024

Learn how to guide your children toward success without imposing your own expectations.

Perfectionism

Perfectionism and Burnout: A Surgeon's Insight

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on March 5, 2024

In the high-stakes world of healthcare, perfectionism takes a toll on well-being and increases the risk of burnout.

Stress

Can You Achieve Holiday Bliss?

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on December 4, 2023

Enjoy the holiday season with your family and friends with these four proven strategies for social and emotional well-being.

Burnout

4 Proven Methods to Navigate the Precipice of Burnout

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on November 1, 2023

Struggling to find the balance between work and well-being? Discover four key strategies to regain equilibrium and avoid your burnout tipping point.

Resilience

Mastering Self-Care: Your Path to Resilience and Clarity

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on October 1, 2023

Overcome barriers, set SMART goals, and embark on a transformative journey to well-being.

Burnout

4 Vital Strategies for Excellence Without Burnout

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on September 11, 2023

Explore the art of success and thriving without sacrificing your well-being.

Career

Embracing Change: The Path to Transformation

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on July 3, 2023

Discover how changing career paths can be transformative in your self-discovery and professional evolution.

Stress

Vacation Blues: Why Post-Holiday Relaxation Vanishes Quickly

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on June 2, 2023

Is your post-vacation tranquility slipping away? Discover four strategies to maintain serenity beyond your getaway and conquer the stress cycle.

Motivation

3 Ways to Get Things Done With Joy

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on December 22, 2022

Feeling overwhelmed with so much to do? Meet your goals and enjoy them along the way.

Stress

3 Key Concepts to Reduce Your Stress in Uncertain Times

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on June 11, 2022

Is not knowing what's coming next wearing you down and increasing your stress? You have more control than you think.

Stress

Three Forms of Support to Help Reduce Your Stress

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on December 8, 2021

Do you often feel alone in stressful times? There are sources of support all around you. Being willing to ask for help is key.

Motivation

Personal Transformation Is a Continual Process

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on August 31, 2021

What obstacles have you conquered that have made you stronger?

Self-Talk

3 Ways to Keep Your Inner Critic in Check

Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE on July 5, 2021

It’s easy to be hard on yourself especially when you may be struggling. Here’s how to keep things in perspective.