The Science of Resilience (Dr. Jonathan Fisher)

Jonathan Fisher is helping heal the heart of healthcare as a cardiologist, leader and mindfulness expert. On this episode, Sandy and Jonathan discuss:

• The science of resilience, through the lens of cardiology
• Why the emotional stress of a pet’s death put a woman in the hospital
• The importance of self care for driven, Type-A people
• A 5-step model for building resilience
• How Jonathan “accidentally” became a leader, as a result of a coaching program
• The difference between helping patients and healing patients
• A 2-second visualization he does before walking into patient rooms
• Insights from years of practicing Yoga, Storytelling and Magic

Jonathan Fisher, MD FACC serves in various capacities at Novant Health, is a Wellness Coach and Meditation Teacher, the Host of HappyHeartMD (on YouTube) and an organizational consultant.