Cognition & Confidence - the podcast

About Cognition & Confidence - the podcast

Welcome to the Cognition & Confidence podcast. This is your guide for thriving in medical school and beyond. Have you ever wondered if you will make it in medical school? Then this is for you. Hosted by Dr. Esther Nuebel, this podcast aims to help medical students and students of healthcare professions master the complexities of their journey, not only academically but also personally. Each episode tackles key areas for success, from building your professional identity to overcoming imposter syndrome, optimizing your learning style, acing exams, and adapting to ever-changing demands of healthcare education. Tune in for actionable strategies to transform your experience. Dr. Nuebel, a medical educator, scientist, researcher, mentor and bonus-mother has already helped more than 400 students to make that shift. You not only survive medical school but you excel. Armed with confidence, resilience and the mindset needed to live your dream!

Publisher

Dr. Esther Nuebel

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Nov 2024

Latest episode

29 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jul 2025

   Cognition & Confidence - the podcast: Starting Medical School? Know These 3 Things First

   In this episode, we’re diving into the whirlwind that is orientation week and those first few days of medical school. From awkward icebreakers to the pressure of feeling like you have to “prove” yourself right away, we’ll talk about what actually matters during this time—and what doesn’t. I’ll share tips for making real connections, managing those early nerves, and starting your journey with confidence instead of comparison. Whether you’re just starting out or reflecting on your own orientation experience, this one’s for you.

2. 

   5 Mar 2025

   Cognition & Confidence - the podcast: Mastering Feedback: Give, Receive, and Apply

   In this episode, Dr. Nuebel is laying out step by step action items to give professional and constructive feedback as well as for receiving it. It requires just some minor mindset shifts and some practise to master this essential leadership skill! This is important during medical school but furthermore for your leadership role as a physician! Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. New Year Bonus # NEW YEAR BONUS # New Year Bonus # NEW YEAR BONUS BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Claim access here: https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/d700587f45 Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/630ec677a0 Music Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler References mentioned: Miller, W. R., & Rollnick, S. (2013). Motivational Interviewing: Helping People Change (3rd ed.). Guilford Press. Rollnick, S., Miller, W. R., & Butler, C. C. (2010). Motivational Interviewing in Health Care: Helping Patients Change Behavior. Guilford Press. Pendleton, D., Schofield, T., Tate, P., & Havelock, P. (2013). The New Consultation: Developing Doctor-Patient Communication. Oxford University Press. Ende, J. (1983). Feedback in Clinical Medical Education. JAMA, 250(6), 777-781. Archer, J. C. (2010). State of the science in health professional education: Effective feedback. Medical Education, 44(1), 101-108. Hattie, J., & Timperley, H. (2007). The Power of Feedback. Review of Educational Research, 77(1), 81-112.

3. 

   26 Feb 2025

   Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Beat Exam Anxiety: Succeed Under Pressure

   In this episode, Dr. Nuebel — a medical educator, scientist, and mentor to medical students talks about exam anxiety and what to do to deal with it. Studies identified the importance of mindfulness to conquer exam anxiety. Also, we need to take encouragment from the actual passing rates of USMLE and COMPLEX. Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. Grab your BONUS today!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Claim access here: https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/d700587f45 Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/630ec677a0 Music Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler Tilte: Take me to the shopping mall

4. 

   19 Feb 2025

   Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Keeping Up When Motivation Fades...

   In this episode, Dr. Nuebel — a medical educator, scientist, and mentor to medical students gives advice on how to keep going when the spark fades. Identifying your personal 'why' is the first step, careful and mindful planning and more will support you to reach your aim and make your 'why' come true, even in a motivational slump. Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. Grab your BONUS today!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Claim access here: https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/d700587f45 Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/630ec677a0 Music Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler

5. 

   7 Jan 2025

   Cognition & Confidence - the podcast: Unlock The Truth Of Seeking Help And Mindset Shifting

   In this episode, Dr. Esther Nuebel — a dedicated medical educator, scientist, and mentor — discusses the need to be able to seek help. Shifting your mindset away from feeling like a failure or burden to realizing that asking for help is stength and power is the aim of todays episode. Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. New Year Bonus # NEW YEAR BONUS # New Year Bonus # NEW YEAR BONUS BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Claim access here: https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/d700587f45 Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/630ec677a0 Music Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler

6. 

   31 Dec 2024

   Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Maximize Your Lecture Experience!

   In this episode, Dr. Esther Nuebel — a dedicated medical educator, scientist, and mentor — allows you insight behind the curtain! What do you need to focus on to maximize your lecture experience! We discuss insight and ideas, so you can start not regretting having gone to lecture. You will find guidance how to make your time spend in lecture hall valuable. Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. NEW YEAR BONUS  # New Year Bonus  # NEW YEAR BONUS # New Year Bonus BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Claim access here: https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/d700587f45 BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/630ec677a0 Music Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler

7. 

   23 Dec 2024

   Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Medical school overwhelm - create more time

   In this episode, Dr. Esther Nuebel—a dedicated medical educator, scientist, and mentor—shares some unconventional ways to free up time for studying.. In this short episode we are spitballing some ideas you can use next year to free up some valuable study time. Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. New Year Bonus # NEW YEAR BONUS # New Year Bonus # NEW YEAR BONUS BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! BONUS!!!!! FREE TUTORIAL! Claim access here: https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/d700587f45 Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.kit.com/630ec677a0 Music Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler

8. 

   17 Dec 2024

   Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Do you know how to read?

   Dr. Esther Nuebel shares practical techniques to boost reading retention and transform medical school learning strategies for lasting success.

9. 

   10 Dec 2024

   Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Allow yourself to take a break

   Dr. Esther Nuebel shares practical steps for recharging and transitioning into the new year by embracing self-care and holistic medical education approaches.

10. 

    3 Dec 2024

    Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: How to learn in medical school

    Dr. Esther Nuebel empowers medical students to thrive in their journey through medical school by sharing effective study techniques and building resilience to navigate challenges with confidence.

11. 

    26 Nov 2024

    Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: Navigating the Holiday Blues - common experiences of my students and how to tackle them

    Medical educator Dr. Esther Nuebel shares practical strategies to help medical students navigate the holiday blues and manage stress, loneliness, and depression.

12. 

    19 Nov 2024

    Cognition & Confidence - the Podcast: How to get past the fear of not making it through medical school.

    In this episode, Dr. Esther Nuebel—a dedicated medical educator, scientist, and mentor—shares about one of the biggest challenges medical students encounter early in their journey: the fear of not making it. In this episode we’ll tackle that fear head-on. You’ll leave this episode with some practical steps to help you face that fear, manage the workload, and gain confidence in your ability to succeed. Tune in to start switching your mindset and start taking on medical school holistically! Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians. Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new episode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 Music and Credits: Intro and Outro Music royalty free (youtube audio library). Title: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler

13. 

    12 Nov 2024

    Cognition & Confidence - the podcast: My path as a medical educator and how to keep moving forward.

    In this introductory episode, Dr. Esther Nuebel—a dedicated medical educator, scientist, and mentor—shares her unique path becoming a medical educator. In a very personal way Dr. Nuebel describes how she decided to be a mentor rather than the scary professor and how she moved forward after disappointing mentoring experiences. So, if you are a medical student feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and need to find a mentor who has helped hundreds of students transitioning in medical school? Then this episode is for you! Tune in to start cultivating a balanced, successful, and fulfilling journey toward your dream of becoming a physician. Follow along and discover a mentor who wants to be there for you and join a community of ambitious future physicians who are ready to take on medical school holistically! Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence SHOW NOTES: Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new espisode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40

14. 

    5 Nov 2024

    Cognition & Confidence - the podcast: Prosperity in Medical School and beyond.

    Are you a medical student feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or doubting if you have what it takes? Then this episode is for you! In this introductory episode, Dr. Esther Nuebel—a dedicated medical educator, scientist, and mentor—shares her unique PILEA system, designed to help you navigate the challenges of medical school with confidence, clarity, and resilience. PILEA, named after the Chinese money plant symbolizing abundance, is chosen as acronym for Professional Identity Formation and Planning, Imposter and Identity, Learning Type and Liveliness, Exam Prep and Experience, and Adapt and Adjust. Through these five pillars, Dr. Nuebel offers practical, step-by-step strategies to help you develop your professional identity, overcome imposter syndrome, maximize your learning, prepare effectively for exams, and adapt to challenges. This episode provides a strategic blueprint for thriving in medical school and beyond. Tune in to start cultivating a balanced, successful, and fulfilling journey toward your dream of becoming a healthcare provider. Follow along to explore the PILEA pillars in depth and join a community of ambitious future physicians who are ready to take on medical school holistically! Connect with Dr. Esther Nuebel: • Instagram: @cognition.confidence • Join the Cognition & Confidence circle https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40 • Website: insparkled.wixsite.com/cognitionconfidence Would you like to get more detailed show notes? Join us and automatically receive the detailed shownotes newsletter when the new espisode releases. This way you will have all the tips and tricks mentioned right in your inbox! https://cognition-confidence.ck.page/7444806f40

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5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

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YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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