Introduction

I am a burnout physician. My specialty is Family Medicine. These days, seeing patients is just like going through the motions. Yes, I understand it is also because I am getting ready for my board exam in 24 days. But even before that, I was burnout.

I made some changes this year. I cut down my hours to 3.5 days a week. I learned Tai Chi Chuan. I returned to playing golf. I tried to meditate. I think it is still not enough.

Last year, I saw a facebook friend mentioned about Camino de Santiago. Later, I watch the movie. Recently, as I dream of getting a three month sabbatical, the idea of doing a walk in Camino de Santiago returned. I got some kindle books and started reading and dreaming.

So what is this blog called "A Conversation with Ben"?
I guess if I do get to do it, I will have a long conversation with myself. Actually, it started now.

Why are you thinking about doing it? Why are you doing a blog again? Don't you remember that you started quite a few blogs and did not finish or continue?

My friends, that was Ben. I believe I will continue to hear that voice.

Anyway, I found a great book by Bill Bennett, "The Way, My Way". He has a great sense of humor. It has been a while that I was laughing while reading a kindle book. I made a review of the book in Amazon. I also found his website for photography. I left a comment there too. Before I went to bed last night, I told myself that if he writes me an email, it will be a sign that I should do the walk. Guess what, I got an email from him this morning!

So, this will be the beginning of a new journey.