153. From Burnout and Disconnection to the Fulfillment of Dreams And Desires With Dr. Weili Gray

In this episode, Alexandra Stockwell, MD talks with Dr. Weili Gray about her realization that tomorrow isn’t promised, an insight which arose while grieving her father. She subsequently decided to make each day count and began crossing things off her bucket list, which has had an incredible, positive impact on her marriage and family life. Dr. Gray shares how she transformed her day to day life from burnout and passionless routines to one filled with excitement and fulfillment, including multiple international trips and other adventures. They also explore the vital message of embracing personal differences in relationships and learning to respect one another without judgment or trying to get a partner to change. Dr. Gray highlights the importance of shifting one's perspective to view your partner as a lover and companion in every moment of life. Ultimately, Dr. Gray's story is an inspiring example of how personal growth and a change in perspective lead to a massive uplevel in family dynamics as well as the cultivation of a passionate and deeply intimate marriage.   Also in this episode: Embrace differences in a relationship, and love despite them. See your partner as attractive in everyday situations. Live life fully, and don't take anything for granted. Personal growth and desire fuel passion in marriage. Travel is energizing and expands your humanity.   @DreamPhysician on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dreamphysician/   Dare to Dream Physician Travel Facebook Community (for Physicians): https://www.facebook.com/groups/878895016552178/   Subscribe to Dare to Dream Physician Travel Podcast https://daretodreamphysician.buzzsprout.com/   About Dr. Weili Gray: Meet Dr. Weili Gray (pronounced "Way Lee"), a dreamer and physician who experienced burnout and now happily practices sleep medicine in Vermont's tranquil countryside. With her husband and three kids, she crafts a dream life brimming with family adventures and extraordinary experiences, sprinkling a touch of magic to every moment. Beyond practicing medicine at a rural critical access hospital, Dr. Gray founded Dare to Dream Physician to empower fellow doctors to dream big and embrace life through travel. She's all about boosting physician wellness and shares her wisdom on stages and her inspirational weekly podcast called "Dare to Dream Physician Travel Podcast" Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:  www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.  For over two decades, she’s been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact   The Intimate Marriage Podcast, With Intimacy Coach, Alexandra Stockwell, MD