In this episode, Dr. Amna Shabbir speaks with Dr. Tyler Beauchamp, a pediatric resident, bestselling young adult author, and creative voice in medicine.
Tyler shares how his early experiences as a patient shaped his love of writing, why his novel Freeze Frame explores trauma and isolation, and what parents need to understand about the pressures today’s kids and teens are facing.
Together, Dr. Shabbir and Dr. Beauchamp explore youth mental health, Gen Z and Gen Alpha, perfectionism, creativity, medical training, and the pressure high achievers often feel to fit into one identity. This conversation is a reminder that creativity is not a distraction. It can be a powerful way to reconnect with your humanity, your purpose, and the people you serve.
Episode Takeaways:
- Tyler shares how writing helped him process his childhood experiences as a patient.
- Freeze Frame explores teen trauma, isolation, creativity, and connection.
- Parents are encouraged to meet kids where they are.
- Amna and Tyler discuss Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and self-advocacy.
- Tyler reflects on how creativity and medicine can strengthen each other.
- The episode explores how high-achievement culture can disconnect us from joy and humanity.
- Tyler reminds high achievers to know their why and release perfectionism.
About the guest:
Tyler Beauchamp, MD is a Pediatrician and Best-Selling Children's/YA Author from Savannah, Georgia. He pursued independent filmmaking and writing stories from a young age. Tyler continued his passion for writing while receiving a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. During medical school, he published his first novel, FREEZE FRAME, which became an Amazon #1 Bestseller in Coming-of-Age fiction and sparked a television adaptation currently being pitched to streaming services. Along with MED HUNTERS, Tyler is currently developing two separate series in YA science fiction and fantasy. He also stands as an entertainer and health advocate on social media with nearly 60K followers. As a doctor, Tyler works with kids every day, witnessing stories heal where medicine cannot. Tyler combines art and science to fight medical misinformation, give parents tools to succeed, and give kids a voice so that their struggles may be heard.
Connect with Tyler Beauchamp, MD:
Website -
www.tyler-beauchamp.com About the Host
Dr. Amna Shabbir, MD, NBC-HWC, CPC is a Dual Board-Certified Physician and TEDx Speaker with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks, coaches, and consults on Perfectionism, Sustainable Success, and the well-being of High Achievers.
Connect with Dr. Shabbir
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/
📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx Talk
Take the FREE 3-minute quiz and discover your predominant perfectionism pattern (Self-Critic? Frustrated Fixer? Performer? Sustainable High-Achiever?). You'll get a personalized podcast episode designed for YOUR type + a complete resource guide with tools for boundaries, impostorism, nervous system regulation, and more.
This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.
❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?
Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
Share it with a colleague, peer, or friend who needs this message.
What is Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir MD?
Are you tired of chasing goal after goal, only to feel empty once you get there? Do you appear successful on the outside but feel unfulfilled on the inside? Or are you wondering how to even begin your journey to success?
Welcome to Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir, MD—the podcast that challenges traditional definitions of success and explores what it truly means to thrive at the intersection of ambition and well-being.
Hosted by Dr. Amna Shabbir, MD, NBC-HWC, CPC—Founder and CEO, Dual Board-Certified Physician, and a fierce advocate for mental health. With advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, Behavior Change, and Leadership Development, Dr. Shabbir brings deep expertise to every conversation. She’s also a sought-after Professional Speaker and proud Super Mom to two young girls. Drawing from her multifaceted roles, she offers a fresh, honest perspective on the realities of ambition, success, and sustainable well-being.
Each episode delivers practical, evidence-based strategies to help you break free from burnout, perfectionism, and the endless chase for external validation. You’ll walk away inspired and empowered to build a life that aligns achievement with deep personal fulfillment.
If you're ready to reimagine success with intention and courage, hit subscribe, rate, and review the show—and start your journey to a more joyful, aligned life today.
Connect with Dr. Amna Shabbir:
Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx Talk
Perfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md
Instagram: instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir
Facebook: facebook.com/dr.amnashabbir.md
Website: https://success-curated.com/
YouTube: youtube.com/@Dr.AmnaShabbir