Physician Testimonials

Meditation Testimonials

Dr. Errin Weisman discusses her experiences, including her initial skepticism, about the REST Technique.

I am very much interested in continuing my practice. I was surprised to learn that my mind doesn’t have to be blank and thoughts are part of the process. Meditation increases my creativity, which has the biggest impact in all areas of my life.
— DR. CAROLINA OSORIO, PSYCHIATRIST (LOMA LINDA, CA)
I’m feeling happy and optimistic- and very motivated to continue! I was surprised at how easy it is, and it has helped me with my stress management. It feels very life changing. I wasn’t sure if it would feel sustainable, but it absolutely does.
— DR. KARI KRENZER, PEDIATRICIAN (OMAHA, NE)
I truly feel so fortunate that I was able to learn this form of meditation. I feel very comfortable with the meditation and hope to continue forming this habit. The ability to embrace thoughts and recognize that the body’s release of stress via physical “symptoms” was beautiful. This meditation will best help me to maintain purpose and to learn how to maintain a calmness/stillness and remain even-keeled.
— DR RUPEL DEDHIA, PRIMARY CARE CLERKSHIP DIRECTOR, RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER (CHICAGO, IL)
The most surprising part about the meditation course is that I could do it! It worked despite “me”. I feel like I have a superpower now- like I have this secret weapon at my disposal. If/when I get really exhausted, I’ll just take 20 minutes to meditate. Problem solved!
— DR. ANNE HARTLEY, INTERNAL MEDICINE (CHICAGO, IL)

Dr Marjorie Stiegler, anesthesiologist, entrepreneur and expert in social media for physicians, shares her experiences with and benefits from meditation. Hint: It's much easier than you think!

I feel confident that I will be able to incorporate meditation into my daily life. What I “thought” meditation was ended up differing so greatly from what I learned with Jill. This type of meditation gives me a sense of calm and energy in my professional and daily life. It allows me to be more mindful in other aspects of my life (eg mindful eating).
— Dr. Candra Bass, Anesthesiologist (Raleigh, NC)
I came for a spa vacation and CME, and I really ended up feeling that I’m here for meditation and hoping it will add to my life. I was surprised that I could sit still long enough to meditate. I think it will make me more patient, creative, and compassionate (and less anxious). I think it will make me a better mom, wife, and dog owner too!
— Dr. Mita Gupta, Family Medicine

Tapping Testimonials

Dr. Kara Pepper is a general internist and physician coach who has used tapping, also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique, to help her manage at work and at home with her kids.

I was pleasantly surprised after working with Jill on Tapping. I definitely had hesitations – how can tapping on parts of your body help you work through your emotions? Honestly, I can say that it was a miracle! Jill was so thorough through this whole process and made me feel so comfortable. We worked on something that I was holding onto for a while, and I didn’t think it was possible to be free of those feelings. But, to this day 4 weeks later, I still feel free. I feel much stronger about my relationship with my family, and I can’t say enough about how this has helped me. I recommend anyone that has been toying with the idea to give it a try. I am so thankful to Jill for helping me with this.
— Dr. Kavita Shanker-Patel, Family Medicine (Chicago, IL)

Dr. Laura Grimmer is a general surgeon who has used tapping to manage stress from her personal and professional life.