What are the lessons about living and dying that stick with an ICU nurse for life? Megan Titcomb shares the challenges of navigating the survival-focused medical system, the importance of listening to one's intuition about when it’s time to "call it," and her own journey transitioning career paths. The episode highlights the beauty and courage in facing mortality honestly and using that awareness as a catalyst to experience life fully.
⚕️Why navigating the healthcare system requires understanding about its survival-driven mindset.
❤️🩹What to do to prepare for unexpected illness or death (for you and the people you love)
🌻How an ICU Nurse lives after being around illness & death for years
👉Key points
(01:10) Introducing Megan Titcomb: A Journey from ICU Nurse to Life Coach
(03:03) The Realities of Nursing and Burnout
(04:41) Transitioning to Coaching: Finding New Purpose
(05:44) Defining Holistic Nursing
(07:44) Experiences in the ICU During COVID
(09:16) The Importance of Accepting Mortality
(12:35) Navigating the Medical System and End-of-Life Decisions
(22:43) Living in Alignment: Coaching for a Fulfilled Life
(30:25) Introduction to Dr. Irvin Yalom's Work
(31:36) Transition to Physical Wellness Coaching
(34:18) Personal Growth Through RV Renovation
(35:15) Facing Fears and Building Confidence
(40:55) The Nomadic Community Experience
(43:59) Reflections on Alternative Lifestyles
(49:10) Future Plans and Affirmations
(54:55) Closing Remarks and Gratitude
⚡️Megan’s answer to: What does living your most alive life mean to you?
It means living a life that is in line with my values and not a life of fear or hiding my true self. It means embracing the fact that one day I will die and I want to be prepared for that in both the logistical ways ("having affairs in order") and emotional and spiritual ways.
I've had many experiences with death throughout my life, each shaping my beliefs around it. A few particularly profound moments during my time working in the hospital have stood out, offering me great comfort and deepening my understanding.
About Megan Titcomb
Megan is a Registered Nurse, Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Yoga teacher, and Certified Critical Care nurse. For years, I've straddled the divide between conventional medicine and holistic healing. Unfortunately, these worlds often operate independently. My passion is bridging that gap. I'm dedicated to helping others navigate the complex world of Western medicine while uncovering their own inner compass, allowing them to make informed life (and end-of-life) choices. Thus empowering them to live a more purposeful life that honors them and their uniqueness.
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