(by Laura Brenner, DDS) Do you ever feel burnt out by burnout? The word is everywhere these days. I’ll admit, as someone who loves helping others reduce burnout, even I get sick of hearing it. There’s a reason this word gets so overused though. Burnout is a pervasive problem that we, as a profession, still struggle to solve. During my …
Not My Poo. Not My Problem
What Dr. Wayne Dyer Taught Me About Emotional Sovereignty (by Vanessa Emerson, FDSI) Dr. Wayne Dyer was one of my earliest self-development mentors… though he would’ve had absolutely no idea. I’ve listened to every audio version of every book he recorded at least once, and most of them many times. His voice was one of the first to accompany me …
Beyond Dentistry: Achieving Personal and Professional Balance
(by Laura Brenner, DDS) What’s the first thing that comes to mind when I say, “You can have it all?” I get it. Right about now, you’re probably thinking I’m delusional. It’s impossible to balance work, kids, family, rest, and fun – right? What if we changed the cliche to, “You can have what you want!” Does that feel a …
You Didn’t Get It Wrong. You Got a Mirror.
(by Vanessa Emerson, FDSI) There’s a conversation that keeps finding its way to me lately. Quietly at first, then louder, then impossibly clear. It’s a whisper from within and echoed by others – the reminder: What if this is all happening in service of my growth and development? Not in a toxic positivity kind of way. Not in a “just be grateful” …
Finding Light in the Liminal
(by Dr. Lori Noga) The Tibetan word “bardo” describes the space between spaces—the liminal realm… …between death and rebirth. …between one life phase and the next. …between who you were and who you’re becoming. Here’s what the ancient texts don’t fully capture: how suffocating it feels to actually be there. If you’ve ever found yourself caught between jobs, relationships, identities, or …
Don’t Be a Victim
(by Laura Brenner, DDS) Don’t you hate it when your patients blame you for something that wasn’t your fault? My tooth didn’t hurt until YOUUU worked on it. You put my crown on backwards, and now it doesn’t fit! You never told me I had to pay for these x-rays. Or how about the patient who refuses to wear the …
From Residency to Resilience: My Journey to Becoming a Dental Entrepreneur Woman
(by Valerie Woo, DMD) The Early Challenges Balancing the rigors of dental residency while expecting my first child was no small feat. I vividly remember those days, navigating the challenges of pregnancy while diligently working towards my dream of becoming a pediatric dentist. Little did I know, this journey would lay the foundation for my future as a dental entrepreneur, where …
The Wake-Up Call for Change
(by Laura Brenner, DDS) I originally wrote this blog post, The Wake-up Call for Change, on March 30, 2021. It has since allowed me to form a beautiful friendship with Parul Dua Makkar, the sister of Manu Dua. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because we all knew Manu. Manu had started blogging and had dreams and plans to turn …
What the World Needs Now: Conscious Leadership in Challenging Times
(by Vanessa Emerson, FDSI) Leadership isn’t confined to a specific role or job title. It’s a way of being, a mindset that we all have the opportunity – and the responsibility – to embody. Whether we’re parents, colleagues, friends, or citizens, each of us has the power to lead through our words, our choices, and our actions. And in times …
The Power in Allowing: Finding Peace in Uncertain Times
(by Vanessa Emerson, FDSI) Lately, I’ve found myself struggling with the idea of “allowing.” As someone who deeply values spiritual alignment and inner peace, I recognize the importance of this concept, yet it has felt especially challenging given the instability and chaos brought about by the new presidential administration and their actions. I’ve allowed the turbulence of the external world …
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