10: Finding Balance as a PT
Welcome to the Full Time Life Podcast! In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Marcos Davy, a physical therapist, girl dad, and podcaster based in Fort Lauderdale. Marcos shares his journey, passion for helping kids, and the big moves he made to find balance in his life.
Introduction: Marcos talks about his background, studying at the University of Miami, and his 12 years of experience as a physical therapist in South Florida.
Balancing Act: Marcos shares a major move in his life, transitioning from a full-time to part-time work schedule for more flexibility. The decision was driven by a shift from energizing work to draining work, impacting his family time. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing when life feels out of balance and making necessary changes.
Passion for Pediatric Physical Therapy: Marcos discusses his passion for working with children, sharing his experiences and the inspiring moments of helping kids overcome challenges. He reflects on his own childhood cancer diagnosis at age 8 and how it influenced his career path and empathy for young patients.
Parenting Philosophy: Marcos shares his parenting approaches, focusing on allowing kids to explore, make mistakes, and develop resilience. Marcos emphasizes the importance of fostering problem-solving skills and resilience in children.
Future Goals: Marcos shares his ongoing goals of growing his family, strengthening fatherhood, and exploring new avenues in his career. He expresses curiosity about the impact of digital health and artificial intelligence in healthcare.
Reading and Morning Routine: Marcos talks about his current reads, including Kerry Washington's memoir and a book on doing hard things. He describes his morning routine, involving coffee, walks with his daughter, and the ongoing challenge of incorporating fitness.
Thank you for joining the Full Time Life Podcast! Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and discussions on living a fulfilling life. Follow Marcos on @gratefulmarcos and Stephanie @fulltimelifestyle on instagram.
