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Behind the White Coat: The Silent Struggles of Doctors, Nurses, and Medical Students" By Dr. Tamanna Islam

We live in a world where the white coat is often seen as a symbol of strength, invincibility, and unwavering dedication. But behind that white coat, there’s more than just medical knowledge and clinical skills. There’s a human being, someone who feels the weight of their decisions, the exhaustion from endless shifts, and the emotional toll of caring for others while trying to hold themselves together.

Let’s talk about mental health in the medical field — because, honestly, it’s time we stop pretending like everything’s fine just because someone is in scrubs or a stethoscope.

Doctors. We’re expected to know everything. To be the calm during storms, the ones who can save lives, who should never be rattled by the chaos of the emergency room. But, my friend, the truth is… we’re human. I remember those late-night shifts, staring at the patient’s chart and wondering, Is this the right choice? My hands were steady, but inside, I was fighting a storm. The guilt of making decisions, the pressure of knowing someone’s life could be in my hands. It's overwhelming, but you don't show it. Not at the moment. But when you're alone in the break room, or lying in bed at 3 AM, the weight of it all hits.

And then there are the nurses. Oh, the nurses. They are the backbone of every hospital, working tirelessly through long hours, yet they often get overlooked. I’ve seen them stay by a patient’s side when no one else could, holding their hand as they take their last breath, and then turning right around to help the next person in need. They are warriors, and yet, their mental health is often dismissed. They feel the pain, too. The burnout, the exhaustion, the emotional toll. But when was the last time you asked them how they were holding up?

As for medical students—bless them. When I was a student, I remember the endless hours of lectures, exams, and a constant barrage of information. We were told we had to “push through” and “stay strong,” but no one ever taught us how to handle the pressure of not knowing if we would pass, or if our best was ever enough. The anxiety becomes a constant companion. You learn to hide it, to put on the mask, but deep down, the doubt gnaws at you. The fear of failure. The fear of letting down those who depend on you. It’s suffocating.

So, what happens when the healers need healing themselves?

We are taught to care for others, but there’s little room in medical education to teach us how to care for ourselves. We’re expected to be perfect, but we’re just as vulnerable as anyone else. And it’s okay to admit that. It’s okay to say, “I need help.”

If you ask any doctor, nurse, or medical student, they'll likely tell you about the constant mental battle they fight—feeling drained but still pushing through because someone needs them. We carry the weight of others' pain, but who’s there to carry ours? And for those of us who love our work, it’s even harder. The guilt of feeling burnt out, of questioning if we’re doing enough, can be paralyzing.

But here's the thing: we're not alone in this. If you're a medical professional reading this, know that it's okay to feel overwhelmed. It's okay to need a break. It’s okay to reach out for support. It's okay to say, “I’m not okay today.” You’re still a hero, even when you’re not saving lives in the operating room or diagnosing complex diseases. You’re human, and you deserve care, too.

To all the medical students out there, I see you. I know the sleepless nights, the endless exams, the uncertainty that hangs over you like a dark cloud. But hang in there. The storm passes, and you'll come out stronger on the other side.

To the nurses, I hope you know that your work doesn’t go unnoticed. Your care, your compassion, your strength — it matters. You matter.

And to the doctors, remember: you don’t have to carry the weight of the world alone. We’re in this together.

Let’s take care of each other, because after all, healing starts with us, too.

#MentalHealth
#whitecoatwhispers
#loveyourhealer
#Love is strong

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i don’t know if he likes me or if he’s just being nice. but it’s tearing me apart

hey.

i’m new here and honestly, i don’t even know how to start this.

have you ever cared about someone so much — someone you’ve never even met in real life — and it just hurts because you have no idea if they feel the same?

there’s this guy. i met him online months ago. we send each other cute messages, share songs, joke around in ways that make my heart ache in the best (and worst) way.

he once called me “precious and cute” and i literally smiled so hard it hurt… and then cried later because i didn’t know what it meant.

he’s always out with his friends, always surrounded by people — especially other guys — and i just feel... alone.

i don’t know if he talks to everyone like this or if i’m somehow different.

because if i am, maybe there’s something real here.

but if not... then what am i doing to myself?

i’ve written songs for him, shared music just hoping he’ll listen.

sometimes i post stories just for him to see.

i know it sounds like a teen movie cliché, but for me it’s so real.

and i think i’m starting to lose myself in this maybe-love, maybe-fantasy thing.

but i can’t let go.

not yet.

if anyone out there has ever felt this kind of quiet heartbreak, or just wants to talk, i’d love to hear from you.

maybe i’m not as alone in this as i think.

thanks for reading

#Love #Relationships

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Bootsie Moo Kitty

How do I express how I feel about a tiny body that purrs? My Bootsie Moo #Kitty has been my #companion for a long time.

Today is Monday April 7th of 2025 and I am worried about her health. As of 10:55am, she is alive. But she is unwell. I am not sure if this will be her last day with me, but I wanted to post a message for you all.

No matter where you are, or what you do, always remember to tell your loved ones that you love them. You never know when it will be the last time you see them. One moment they are here, and the next they are not.

Life is beautifully mixed with happiness and sadness. Without death there can be no birth. I love life for what it is, even if I wish that I could go back to youthfulness. I am 39 human years and my kitty is about 13 years old human years. I do not know how much longer I will have her.. but I plan to #Love her with all of my heart.

Love,
Valerie

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Feeling Strong!

It is a beautiful day here here in Florida. It is crisp this morning and I have the windows down. I have been working a lot on my YouTube channel "ValerieCorinneNJ" and I hope to grow it. I am excited for the future and I am looking forward to seeing what good things can happen. I have struggled for so long, and I still do with major #PanicAttacks It's awful. Anxiety isn't the best either. But I do what I do because I have to. I just keep moving.

I pray that you're doing well.
I am around. I am alive. LoL

Love,
Valerie

#bts
#KpopMusic
#KPop
#Crazy
#Fun
#Love
#Anxiety
#BipolarDisorder
#MentalHealth
#Depression
#Love
#Friends

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WHAT A GREAT WEEK !!!! #Cats #grateful #thankful #Pets #Love

This week will go down in history for me ! My furry miracle, Honey, laid on my lap all throughout the week. For the first time !!!! #epic

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CELEBRATING ONE OF OUR GREATEST HEROES ON HIS MEMORIAL DAY: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. King, John Lewis, and many others of that generation became true Heroes/Heroines in every sense of the word, and had a deeply profound affect upon many hearts and lives, mine, life-changing. He remains the youngest in History to have been honored with receiving the esteemed Nobel Peace Prize Award. He, John Lewis and several others in that generation demonstrated genuine heroism and humanity in the face of appalling corruption and struggling to redefine our values and characters, both personally, socially, and as a Nation.

I’m sharing a portion of one of his most treasured Speeches, his last, just prior to his assassination…

“And then I got into Memphis. And some began to say the threats, or talk about the threats that were out. What would happen to me from some of our sick white brothers?

Well, I don’t know what will happen now. We’ve got some difficult days ahead. But it really doesn’t matter with me now, because I’ve been to the mountaintop. And I don’t mind.

Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I’m not concerned about that now. I just want to do God’s will. And He’s allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I’ve looked over. And I’ve seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land!

And so I’m happy, tonight.

I’m not worried about anything.

I’m not fearing any man.

Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.”

#Love . #compassion . #Forgiveness . #courage . #Dignity /Self-Worth

RIP MLK Jr. May the Spirit of your Dreams burn increasingly brighter over Time, the visions of your heart be realized sooner than later, and the fruits of your life’s labors weigh low and plentiful to the ground! ♥️🫂

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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year !!! #Christmas #Pets #Cats #Love 🎄

#ThankGod for my cat , Honey. She is one & a half yrs old, & This will be our first Christmas together. I have been so looking forward to it !!! #Christmas #Pets #Cats #Love #merrychristmas #thankful

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The four “keys” to a balanced life.

Through every experience in life, we are affected emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. These specific four things hold the key to our living peaceful, happy, healthy, and productive lives. And it is through good maintenance of these four keys that bring us the balance which we seek for in life. And when lack of balance is an issue, we find ourselves frustrated, and even missing out on too much of life's wonders.

We find that many things that we are most passionate about in life affect us emotionally. Our thoughts, feelings, values, and beliefs. Our emotional stability is very important to maintain. And through many experiences in our lives, we find that emotional stability defines how we handle certain issues. There is a lot of turmoil in the world today, and our emotional stability will help us cope with the stresses that come with these experiences.

Mentally, we find is the foundation from which we function on a daily basis. Even a simple debate in our head over what to cook for dinner can become frustrating. There are many larger decisions in life which can seem quite overwhelming, and possibly unable to solve on our own. If we find ourselves in a fog all the time, or too much of the time, then that balance is also off and affects other things going on in our lives at the same time. The more mentally sound we are, the more productive our lives are in many different ways.

Physically, it is quite common to all, that we must maintain our health to live a longer and healthier life. Regardless of what your health issues are, this maintenance should be important to you personally. Due to physical health affecting other activities in life, by recovering from it and learning a new balance, it will help you in other situations as well.

Spiritually we are affected in life by many different experiences, and many times we don't even give recognition to it. For many people , spiritual balance is the last thing anyone worries about. When in fact it is probably the first thing they should worry about. In fact I personally believe in today’s world, this should be taught in school. Because spiritual balance is about "you" as a person, your inner self, your strength from within. And through maintaining our spiritual balance, we have the peace and happiness which we seek for in life. And regardless of the experiences that come our way, we find an inner strength to get through it.

Mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually you are a special person, a beautiful person, a strong person. And through balance of these four keys, you will find the path to freedom #balance #Joy #Happiness #Anxiety #Love #MentalHealth #physical #Loneliness

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I wrote a poem for my Mother who lives with me and my fiance because she has end stage COPD and is on an oxygen concentrator 24/7. #Caregiving

-Mother-

Some years ago I learned the tale
Of the woman who had been woven
From a golden light
Who brought that sunlight with her to bring the day back to life

It's said any place her smile would go
Wiltted flowers would bloom
With a secret magic
That would vanish lonely feelings from dark rooms

She was a silent fighter
With a demon sitting on her lungs
Often stealing the breath right from her
But could not conqure the prayers on her tounge

As the demon grows more heavy
Her heart weighs in tow
Pained by the weakness
But she'll never let you know

Her soul and heart remain warm
Untouched by the cold
They call her a living angel
Her tale woven by heavens gold

#Caregiving #familycaregiver #Hope #Love

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