Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E Online Program
8 Module Online Course | For medical students
The Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E. 8 Module online course is an evidence-based wellbeing program that has been designed specifically with the unique wellbeing demands and time restrictions placed on medical students in mind.
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Delivered over 8 modules, The Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E online program provides medical students with an in-depth understanding of the mechanics of stress, and equips them with a toolkit of Mind Training skills that can be easily implemented into their busy study schedules.
With a spotlight on key wellbeing issues relevant to working in healthcare, such as burnout and empathy fatigue, the Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E program aims to enhance student wellbeing, both during medical school and beyond.
WHY THE MINDFUL MEDICs® B.R.E.A.T.H.E PROGRAM?
A smart solution to the burnout crisis among medical students.
A unique, evidence-based wellbeing program without the ‘woo woo’.
Specifically addresses the key wellbeing issues facing medical students and junior doctors, including burnout and empathy fatigue.
Stems from the latest research in mind-body medicine, positive psychology and neuroscience and combines all the science into an easily digestible format.
Provides a toolkit of Mind Training strategies, stress management and resiliency techniques that are scientifically proven to enhance health practitioner wellbeing.
Written and presented by qualified instructors with extensive combined experience and training in specialty medicine, psychology, mind-body medicine, meditation and mindfulness.
Self-paced online format fits in with the time constraints faced by medical students and seamlessly integrates into university timetables.
The Nitty Gritty
The Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E online program includes:
unlimited access to the program via our online interactive learning portal and app for 1 year
access to 8 self-paced modules with HD audiovisual content including Mind Training sessions
access to downloadable program e-Book and workbook with all program content, activities and exercises
b.r.e.a.t.h.e Program Outline
Module 1: Introduction to BREATHE
Burnout and creating a culture of ‘Mindful Medicine’
Mind Training for wellbeing – what exactly is mind training?
Myth busting and misinformation
The good, the bad and the ugly
The nitty gritty of Mind Training: tips and tricks for success
Experience it
First do no harm: trauma sensitive Mind Training
Module 2: Brain Bootcamp
Brain works - the neuroscience of Mind Training and its power to reshape and re-wire your brain
Designing your brain – neuroplasticity, synapse plasticity and how to design your own brain
The multi-tasking myth – the neuroscience of focus
Stop living off-line - mastering attention and focus and the implications for workplace (medical) errors
Unhappy brains – mind wandering and its effect on your happiness
Module 3: Reconnect to re-set Mind and Body
The power of mind-body connection (what, why and how)
You do not have a lizard brain – understanding brain evolution for wellbeing
S is for stress – the neuroscience of stress and sympathetic nervous system activation
The long and short of it: stress and your cells; the telomere effect
Opting out - re-booting the stress effect using the relaxation response, breathwork and other stress busting techniques
Friend or foe – befriending stress for peak performance
Module 4: Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
Emotions – they are not what you think, how they are constructed and why they matter for wellbeing
Emotional intelligence – how to master your other intelligence system
Connect 4: four skillsets to develop for EQ
Resiliency – the real component of inner strength·
The positive/happiness factor – the transformative power of positive mind
Module 5: Authentic Connections & Mindful Communication
Connect 4 wellbeing - what the science of connections is telling us about its vital role in overall wellbeing
Mind what you say – mindful communication
Communicate it – it’s not just about what you say, deep listening skills for
What’s in a name – placebo effects for enhanced patient outcomes
You are the placebo – why what you say matters to your patient outcomes
Module 6: Therapeutic Compassion (for self and others)
The compassion cure: empathy vs compassion – why the distinction matters for burnout
The neuroscience of compassion
Compassion for self – why this is the important for burnout
Journaling for wellbeing – the neuroscience behind written words
Write it down – the how to of journaling for wellbeing
Module 7: Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Nourish brain and body – you are what you eat
Exercise for brain health – move it or lose it
Dream state – the science of sleep (sleep strategies for shift work)
Light works: consuming light – the science of daylight and its impact on your wellbeing
Into the blue – blue zones and what they tell us about living a good life
Module 8: Embedded Strategies
Changing the scene – the science of habit forming
Motivate me - the importance of motivational systems
The butterfly effect - how kindness, gratitude and joy fit into the wellbeing equation
One last bit - what’s meaning and purpose got to do with it?
Wellbeing cheat sheet - tips for integrating wellbeing strategies into your everyday
Program Outcomes
The Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E program aims to not only enhance medical student wellbeing, but also foster a healthy work environment for optimal patient care to thrive. There is increasing evidence that workplace wellbeing initiatives focusing on Mind Training tools, such as meditation and mindfulness, results in a variety of benefits for both medical practitioners and their patients.
BENEFITS FOR medical students
Decrease in work-related burnout, stress and anxiety
Decrease in emotional exhaustion and depersonalisation
Enhanced personal wellbeing and life satisfaction
Improved focus and productivity
Increased empathy, compassion and pro-social behaviour
Enhanced resilience and self-compassion
Increased confidence in providing calm, compassionate care
Enhanced clinical decision making and problem solving skills
BENEFITS FOR healthcare facilities
Reduced absenteeism and turnover costs
Improvements in patient care and safety
Enhanced patient treatment outcomes
Increased patient satisfaction
packages
1 x Licence
Perfect for solo medical students
Instant access to the Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E online program and app for 1 year
8 self-paced modules with HD video and audio content, including exclusive Mind Training sessions
Downloadable program e-Book and workbook with all program content, activities and exercises
5 x Licences
Best for small study groups
Instant access to the Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E online program and app for 1 year
8 self-paced modules with HD video and audio content, including exclusive Mind Training sessions
Downloadable program e-Book and workbook with all program content, activities and exercises
10+ Licences
Ideal for medical schools
Instant access to the Mindful Medics® B.R.E.A.T.H.E online program and app for 1 year
8 self-paced modules with HD video and audio content, including exclusive Mind Training sessions
Downloadable program e-Book and workbook with all program content, activities and exercises
+ personalised wellbeing report for your university
FAQ
Who is the program for?
This program is specifically designed for university students studying Medicine, either at an undergraduate or graduate level.
How long will the program take to complete?
The B.R.E.A.T.H.E program is a self-paced course that has been designed with the time restrictions that often face medical students in mind. It can take as long or as little as you like, depending on how quickly you work through the content. However, in order to get the most out of the program, we recommend taking your time with it, and committing to one module and the accompanying activities per week. In this way, it should take you eight weeks to complete the full program.
What if I have questions about the program/need support?
If you have any questions about the program, or need any support or help during completion of the program, please contact us. We are here to help you every step of the way.