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Lean Out PodcastVision with Maureen GibbonsSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Maureen Gibbons. Maureen is a practicing physician, sports nutritionist, and life coach. She founded Active Medical Solutions, a remote lifestyle medicine practice that has telemedicine and coaching arms. She is also developing an asynchronous telehealth EMR and writing a book. Maureen discusses her transition from full-time emergency medicine to successful entrepreneur in the telehealth space. She shares tips for striking out on your own and the tough part of transition: leaving behind well-known identities. Maureen also shares what she does to take care of h...2025-08-0736 min
Lean Out PodcastMini-Retirements with Jillian JohnsrudSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Jillian Johnsrud. Jillian teaches, coaches, and writes about mini retirements and has done so for almost a decade. She is author of the upcoming book Retire Often: How anyone can take multiple career breaks to unlock adventure, advance their career, and find financial freedom.Jillian also hosts the Retire Often podcast and is a popular speaker and consultant in the FI, or Financial Independence community. She lives in Montana, where she spends time in her garden drinking tea. We discuss all things...2025-07-3142 min
Lean Out PodcastEpisode 100! Freedom of ThoughtSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker celebrates #100 with you! She discusses her thoughts on the podcast and asks for your feedback on what to do next. She also discusses the topic of freedom of thought: how we're different from animals, and how you have more freedom than you realize.Leave a review on ITues here so other people can discover the show easier!** If you want to take your confidence to the next level this summer so you don't let those imemories slip by, enroll in the ...2025-07-2414 min
Lean Out PodcastAdventure with Meagan GallagherSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Meagan Gallagher. Meagan is a critical care nurse practitioner and recent graduate of the University of Utah Adult Gerontology Acute Care Doctor of Nursing Practice program. She is an avid rock climber with an emphasis on boulder and sport climbing. Meagan loves spending time outside, traveling, reading, blogging about her trips, and catching up with friends and family over a walk or coffee. Meagan shares how she negotiated to take several months off between her doctoral studies and starting her first job. She explains w...2025-07-1735 min
Lean Out PodcastCommunication with Christine KoSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Christine Ko. Christine is a dermatologist and dermatopathologist who serves on the faculty of Yale University. She is also the author of multiple books and the host of the Girl Doc Survival Guide podcast. Through a series of experiences as both a patient and the parent of a very young patient, Christine has learned a tremendous amount about doctor-patient communication and what it means to take good care of yourself and those you love. She shares her experiences and how she's changed her work-life b...2025-07-1041 min
Lean Out PodcastPermissionSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker reads Chapter 10 of Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. This is your reminder that you have permission to take your life in whatever direction you desire. It doesn't matter if the golden path is completely different.** Support the show by leaving a review HERE (scroll down and click “Write a Review”) **Relevant links:Lean Out Podcast episodes – Worth with Jen Wagner, Brave with Sasha ShillcuttThe Brave Enough Show – Permission...2025-06-2620 min
Lean Out PodcastWorth with Jen WagnerSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Jen Wagner. Jen is a board-certified anesthesiologist with specialized fellowship training in obstetric anesthesiology. She recently rearranged her work schedule to devote more time to family and a passion project of patient education. In addition to her practice of obstetric anesthesiology, Jen co-hosts the C-Section Experience Podcast and is an obstetric anesthesia education content creator. Jen shares the story of what led her to negotiate a change from her full-time work schedule, how she decided to add patient education to her work-life balance, why sh...2025-06-1946 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: My Summer of LakeSend us a textIn this solocast episode, Dawn Baker talks about how she intends to schedule balance this summer. She talks about intentional memory making and why it's important.Relevant links:Happier with Gretchen Rubin - 535. Create Your Summer of ___ ...Ed Mylett Show - What QTR Taught Me About Time, Peace, and PowerLean Out Podcast - Entrepreneur with Dr. UnaLean Out Podcast - How to Deal with Loss** If you want to take your confidence to the next level this summer so you don't let those imemories slip by, enroll in...2025-06-0509 min
Lean Out PodcastEntrepreneur with Dr. UnaSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Nneka Unachukwu, also known as Dr. Una. Dr. Una is the founder of EntreMD, a company on a mission to help 100,000 physicians build profitable seven and seven-plus-figure businesses so they have the freedom to live life and practice medicine on their terms. She is the founder of the EntreMD Business School, the only school of its kind for physician entrepreneurs. She also hosts the EntreMD podcast, and has two books. Dr. Una is a board-certified pediatrician who walks the walk on many levels. She r...2025-05-2941 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: How to Deal with LossSend us a textIn this solocast episode, Dawn Baker talks about the realities of grief and loss. She discusses the five stages of grief and the newly-minted "sixth stage." The information in this episode applies to EVERYONE, not just people who've lost a loved one. Dawn identifies the many different types of grief she's seen in her coaching practice. Listen for actionable steps and thought-provoking questions on how to deal with grief. ** My 1:1 coaching specials are still ongoing for May! I have 2 spots left with special pricing. In this period of rebirth and r...2025-05-2211 min
Lean Out PodcastNature with K Kay MoodySend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with K Kay Moody. K Kay is an emergency medicine physician who has recently made a transition to working in urgent care. She has five grown children and many farm babies, including chickens, ducks, geese, and horses. K Kay finds tremendous joy in nature and community. She shares her large ranch properties in Washington and Tennessee for group retreats and short-term getaways. She also leads thousands of physicians in two popular Facebook groups. K Kay talks about these endeavors and more in this eclectic conversation.2025-05-1535 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: What's Next?Send us a textIn this solocast micro-episode, Dawn Baker talks about being stuck in the "what's next" mode. She describes how this can lead to a lack of fulfillment and suggests ways to get out of this limiting mindset. Brought to you by the Lean Out Confidence Course (see details below).** TWO OFFERS FOR YOU THIS SPRING **My 1:1 coaching specials are still ongoing for May! In this period of rebirth and renewal, prioritize your balance with the support of a coach. Sign up for a consultation here.Learn approachable practices to...2025-05-0810 min
Lean Out PodcastSimplicity with Sarah WebberSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Dr. Sarah Webber. Sarah is a practicing physician, coach, researcher, writer and lover of the outdoors. She is an associate professor of pediatrics and Director of Well-being at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. A mom and wife, Sarah has many personal interests and hobbies including gardening and pottery.Sarah shares her journey to simplify work roles so she could find better fulfillment while enjoying her other interests. For Sarah, this was a long process of letting go, redefining success...2025-05-0135 min
Lean Out PodcastSeasons with Minnie GuptaSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Minnie Gupta. Minnie started her career as a PhD biochemist and then earned an MBA. She now has her own business as a marketing expert with a unique background that combines science, business, and healthcare. She is the founder of Winningly Media, which specializes in serving small businesses and entrepreneurs with marketing solutions. Minnie is a wife and mother to 3 grown daughters. Minnie shares her to transition from biochemistry to business, and how she became the manager of her physician husband’s large private pra...2025-04-2438 min
Lean Out PodcastDoing Hard ThingsSend us a textIn this episode of the Lean Out Podcast, Dawn Baker reads Chapter 9 of Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. This chapter is titled, "Doing Hard Things." Doing hard things is not about gritting your teeth, suffering, proving something to someone or being a badass. It's about leaving your comfort zone and embracing challenge for the enjoyment of the challenge. It’s about reminding yourself that you’ve done hard things and you will do them again. Leaning out will involve discomfort, and you’ll be ready for it...2025-04-1737 min
Lean Out PodcastFunctional with Tracy McCarthySend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Tracy McCarthy. Tracy is a psychiatrist and a functional medicine physician certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine who owns her own private practice in northern California. She focuses on helping adults with depression, anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances by identifying and addressing the overlooked causes of these chronic health symptoms.Tracy shares how she made a slow transition to owning her own practice, the method she went about training in functional medicine, developing her own bespoke community of like-minded...2025-04-1037 min
Lean Out PodcastCalling with Sanj KatyalSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Sanj Katyal. Sanj is an engineer turned radiologist. After successfully leading a radiology startup group for several years, he turned his focus toward understanding wellbeing, positive psychology, and harnessing the power of the subconscious mind. Today, Sanj spends time working as a radiologist while also working with adolescents, young adults, and families to overcome their mental barriers. He teaches a course at a local college and has written a book called Positive Psychology: Ancient and Modern Wisdom to Create a Flourishing Life. I...2025-04-0334 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Why You Need a RetreatSend us a textIn this solocast episode, Dawn Baker describes her experience attending the recent Revitalize: Physician Renewal retreat in southern Utah. She talks about what happens at retreats, the benefits of retreating once in a while, and why you should consider going on a retreat! ** Grow your authentic, inner confidence with The Lean Out Confidence Course!! ** You will learn approachable practices to develop the confidence to lean out and handle whatever challenges come your way with ease. Check it out at this link. Use the code CONFIDENT to receive $100 off all c...2025-03-2713 min
Lean Out PodcastMindful with Jessie MahoneySend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Jessie Mahoney. Jessie is a professional physician coach, physician wellness consultant, keynote speaker, and yoga and mindfulness instructor. She is the CEO and founder of Pause & Presence, where she coaches women physicians who are successful on the surface yet struggle underneath. She co-hosts the Mindful Healers Podcast and also leads CME lifestyle medicine retreats that include culinary medicine, food-as-medicine, coaching, yoga, and mindfulness. She is also a speaker and works with institutions, teams, and fellowships as a wellness consultant. Jessie shares the details of he...2025-03-2040 min
Lean Out PodcastIntuition with Orisa B. WaterSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Orisa B. Water. Orisa is a physician, psychedelic medicine expert, coach, and spiritual guide. She helps high-achieving women heal emotional wounds, set boundaries, and align with their highest purpose. After working as an anesthesiologist in traditional settings and advocacy for psychedelic medicine, Orisa found herself in a place of values mismatch with her medical practice. She left medicine to live internationally and serve women in a remote coaching role. Orisa shares her journey in and out of clinical medicine, her realization that she needed t...2025-03-1337 min
Lean Out PodcastJoy with Cory FawcettSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Dr. Cory Fawcett about how to find or rediscover the joy in your work. Cory is a retired general surgeon who spent 23 years in private practice in rural southern Oregon. He founded Financial Success MD, using speaking, writing, and coaching to help other physicians navigate the financial landscape. He is the author of seven books, and the newest is titled The Doctors Guide to Finding Joy In Your Work (out 3/11/2025).Cory shares his unusual blend of work and life as a general surgeon, how...2025-03-0642 min
Lean Out PodcastRedefining SuccessSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker reads Chapter 8 of Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. This chapter is titled, Redefining Success. You will learn how to identify your values and priorities, and how to be an authentic leader. When you lean out, you are a leader - even if you don't feel like one.** The Lean Out Confidence Course is here!! ** Check it out by clicking this link. Use the code CONFIDENT to receive $100 off all course options for a limited time.2025-02-2718 min
Lean Out PodcastCruxes with Halley StocksSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Halley Stocks. Halley is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and an Integrative Climbing Coach. As the founder of Grace and Grit Climbing, she is passionate about empowering women to build physical and mental resilience, achieve their climbing goals, overcome challenges, and create a life filled with confidence, health, and abundance.Halley shares her journey from personal health challenges to physical therapy practice to health coaching, and how climbing has informed many of her life directions and values. She also talks about creative ways to...2025-02-2034 min
Lean Out PodcastMotherhood with Carissa StantonSend us a textIn this Lean Out Podcast episode, Dawn Baker talks with Carissa Stanton. Carissa Stanton, MD is a holistic pediatrician, wellness coach, and author on a mission to help families be whole and well. She is a pediatrician at Mindful Pediatrics KC in the Kansas City area, a health coach primarily serving the mothers of her patients, and author of the book Motherhood Makeover: A Pediatrician's Guide to Reclaiming an Authentic Mothering Journey. Carissa has three adult daughters and lives on a 5-acre homestead in Kansas with her husband, dogs, and chickens - where s...2025-02-1337 min
Lean Out PodcastFinances with Disha SpathSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Dr. Disha Spath, also known as The Frugal Physician. Disha is a primary care internist in Upstate New York. Her current work-life balance involves working as a per diem hospitalist in addition to writing and podcasting at The Frugal Physician. Years ago, Disha began writing about finances when she and her husband found themselves making many of the money mistakes that are common in the physician community. If you feel stuck on your lean out journey due to your financial situation, this episode is f...2025-02-0640 min
Lean Out PodcastAuthenticity with Jillian RigertSend us a textIn this episode of the Lean Out Podcast, Dawn Baker talks with Dr. Jillian Rigert. Jillian is a DMD, MD, and also has multiple coaching certifications. She is an oral medicine specialist and studies head and neck cancers. Jillian is also an air force veteran and host of the Youtube channel A Life True to You - dedicated to helping high achievers who’ve been led astray by societal pressures create sustainable, fulfilling live and careers.A warning that this episode touches on some difficult mental health subjects. Jillian has an in...2025-01-3032 min
Lean Out PodcastSelf-Knowledge Is a SuperpowerSend us a textThis episode is a continuation of a series in which Dawn Baker reads chapters of the book Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. Chapter 7 is titled Self-Knowledge is a Superpower. It explores the benefits of knowing yourself deeply and shares various methods for gaining more self-knowledge. This chapter also highlights the story of Sara, an accountant who grew up quickly but understands herself very well. ** Do you want to find the confidence to take your own Lean Out journey? The Lean Out Confidence Course is...2025-01-2319 min
Lean Out PodcastTime with Maria Colon-GonzalezSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Maria Colon-Gonzalez. Dr. Maria is the founder of Salud Revisited, an integrative and lifestyle medicine practice in Texas. After experiencing her own health challenges as a child and then training in the traditional medicine model, Maria knew she wanted to incorporate alternative modalities for healing and prevention in her own practice. Maria is also a yoga instructor, lover of journaling, and takes tremendous pleasure walking her dog and spending time reflecting in her hammock. This conversation is full of information about starting an alternative...2025-01-1642 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: The Scars Are InevitableSend us a textIn this solocast episode, Dawn Baker discusses how we all have scars, both physical and mental. Our scars serve as reminders of mistakes, vehicles for finding meaning, and markers of living a full, wild life. Enjoy this beautiful reflection!Relevant links:Balanced Bites Podcast - Why Less is More in the World of Hustle Culture with Carissa StantonBook - Amy Morin, 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't DoBook - Tara Brach, Radical AcceptanceBook - The Velveteen Rabbit** Do you want to find the confidence to take...2025-01-0911 min
Lean Out PodcastPurpose with Jordan GrumetSend us a textIn this kickoff to Season 3 of the Lean Out Podcast, Dawn Baker talks with Jordan Grumet. Jordan is a physician, financial independence writer and podcast host, and author of the book Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life. His newest book is titled The Purpose Code: How to Unlock Meaning, Maximize Happiness, and Leave a Lasting Legacy, and it’s out in stores this month. Jordan shares his journey from burned out doctor to dedicated student of what it truly means to h...2025-01-0242 min
Lean Out PodcastHarmony with Tamara BeckfordSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Tamara Beckford. Tamara is an emergency medicine physician, burnout coach, author, speaker, and CEO of UR Caring Docs. She helps high-achieving women break free from burnout so they can restore peace, joy, and a sense of meaning to their lives. Tamara shares her journey from full-time EM physician to nocturnist (and all that goes along with that type of schedule), to being an entrepreneur who helps other doctors with burnout. We also talk about great tools to live a more balanced, harmonious life despite w...2024-12-1038 min
Lean Out PodcastCreativity with Sonal KamaliaSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Sonal Kamalia. Dr. Kamalia is a hospitalist, artist, and coach who helps people find time, space, and energy to who want to pursue their own hobbies, passion projects, and other creative endeavours. She conducts 1:1 coaching and Mindful Art workshops. Sonal shares her recent transition from full-time medicine to per diem work, which has allowed her to reignite her art creation. She also talks about lessons she's learned and how to get out of a creative slump.Get in touch with Sonal: On...2024-12-0327 min
Lean Out PodcastBrave with Sasha ShillcuttSend us a textIn this very special episode, Dawn Baker talks with Sasha Shillcutt MD, MS, FASE. Sasha is a tenured professor of anesthesiology and the founder of Brave Enough. She has taught thousands of women how to achieve work-life control through courses, retreats, and conferences – including the well-known Brave Enough Women's CME Mastermind Conference. Sasha is the author of two books: Between Grit and Grace – How to Be Feminine and Formidable, and Brave Boundaries - Strategies to Say No, Sound Strong, and Take Control of Your Time. She is also host of the Brave...2024-11-2636 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Human Being vs. Human DoingSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker shares Chapter 6 of her book Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. This chapter is titled, Human Being vs. Human Doing. It touches on the essence of what it means to be human, how to be authentic at work and home, and how to remember "who you really are." ** Do you want to find the confidence to take your own Lean Out journey? The Lean Out Confidence Course is coming this winter! Sign up for the interest list2024-11-1921 min
Lean Out PodcastMicropractice with Kara PepperSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Kara Pepper, internist and micropractice pioneer who specializes in eating disorder care. Kara is also a life coach who specializes in helping other physicians start and manage their own micropractices. Kara discusses what has happened since her last interview, why she decided to add an in-person arm to her micropractice, how she closes her stress cycle, and more. Links mentioned in this episode:Lean Out Podcast: Autonomy with Kara PepperIt's Not Just You Podcast: Infertility with Dr. Dawn BakerEmily and Amelia Na...2024-11-1229 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Perfection?Send us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks about the illusion of perfection, and the trappings of impossible standards and comparison. She uses her many homesteading fails as examples and offers tips for overcoming perfectionism.Relevant links mentioned in this episode: Solocast: What it's like to live off grid in the mountainsSolocast: all about confidenceSelf-compassion exercises by Dr. Kristin Neff** Sign up for the interest list so you get all the details on the Lean Out Confidence Course **...2024-11-0514 min
Lean Out PodcastRevisioning with Sarah WittrySend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Sarah Witry. Dr. Wittry is a hospice palliative physician and certified mind-body coach dedicated to empowering women physicians. As a mom of four, she balances a rich family life with her passions for yoga, books, travel, and engaging in deep conversations over good coffee.Sarah is particularly interested in helping others find harmony, stress resilience, emotional regulation, and nervous system regulation. In our conversation, we cover Sarah’s recent transition to part-time clinical work, her experiences with coaching, how she built her family while wo...2024-10-3129 min
Lean Out PodcastPassions with Mary WildeSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Mary Wilde, integrative pediatrician and champion for resilience and wellness. Mary is the owner of Imagine Pediatrics Behavioral Health and Wellness in St George, UT. She is the host of the Compassion Parenting Podcast, and she runs wellness retreats for both parents and physicians in the beautiful Utah desert.Topics discussed include Mary's journey from the traditional medical model to a consultative practice, how to find balance when you have many passions, the power of simplicity, and an upcoming retreat for physicians....2024-10-2231 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: All About ConfidenceSend us a textIn this brief solocast episode, Dawn Baker talks all about confidence and her experience becoming a confident person. She outlines the four elements of confidence and makes a special announcement! Links mentioned in this episode:Dawn's health scare story - the diagnosis, the aftermath, the infertilityRead more about the Lean Out Confidence Course (LOCC) and sign up to get notified when it drops hereConnect with Dawn:On the web practicebalance.comOn Instagram @practicebalanceOn Facebook Dawn BakerOn LinkedIn Dawn L Baker...2024-10-1110 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: What It's Like to Live Off-Grid in the WildernessSend us a textEver wondered how you could make an alternative lifestyle work as a professional? We're doing just that by living off-grid on an 80-acre property in the remote alpine wilderness. And we're loving it. In this solocast episode, I describe how we live, the benefits we've experienced, and some reality checks too. I also talk about some ways you can experience the benefits of living in the wilderness no matter where you are! Connect with Dawn:On the web practicebalance.comOn Instagram @practicebalanceOn Facebook Dawn BakerOn LinkedIn...2024-10-0316 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Stepping Off the TreadmillSend us a textIn this solocast episode, Dawn Baker shares the reading of her favorite chapter of Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. The chapter is titled, Stepping Off the Treadmill. This is where the book turns a corner from criticizing the prevailing lean-in culture and identifying the problems women are facing in their wellness. It highlights the power YOU have in changing your work-life balance and sets you up to work toward your own lean out journey. Connect with Dawn:On the web...2024-09-2626 min
Lean Out PodcastElements with Sara ChengSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Sara Cheng about career transitions, elements of fulfillment, role modeling, burnout, and more. Sara Cheng, MD PhD, is a board certified anesthesiologist living in Denver, CO. She recently made a shift from private practice to traveling locums. When not working, Dr. Cheng enjoys a life made rich by family, many creative hobbies, and entrepreneurial pursuits.Get in touch with Sara:Email sarachengmd@gmail.comOn Instagram @sarachengrocksConnect with Dawn:On the web practicebalance.comOn...2024-09-1936 min
Lean Out PodcastSharing Burnout Experiences with Charleston EdwardsSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Charleston Edwards of Own Your 5 to 9 and the Work-Life Eubiosis Podcast. They share their burnout journeys in conversation-style, discussing their similarities and differences, and what they did to move beyond burnout and create sustainable work-life balance.Resources mentioned:Eckhart Tolle, A New EarthEckhart Tolle, The Power of Now Other episodes you might like:The Conflict of Being an Anti-hustle EntrepreneurHow I Do Work-Life BalanceConnect with Charleston:@ownyour5to9 on IGOwn Your 5 to 9 o...2024-09-1242 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast Labor Day Special: How I Do Work-Life BalanceSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker shares how she is currently thinking about work-life balance. She pulls back the curtains on what her life looks like and how she approaches balance. Links mentioned:Anti-hustle entrepreneur episodeGet in touch with Dawn: On the web practicebalance.comOn Instagram @practicebalanceOn Facebook Dawn BakerOn LinkedIn Dawn L Baker MDBuy the book Lean OutSubscribe to the PracticeBalance newsletter! Put your email into the purple box, and you will receive a free Core Values exercise for joining t...2024-09-0210 min
Lean Out PodcastHealth with Ginamarie PapiaSend us a textWhen you lean out from the hustle, you have the ability to lean in to other things, like optimizing your health. In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Ginamarie Papia. Ginamarie is a practitioner of functional and integrative medicine, specializing in whole person health. She is dual board certified in Internal Medicine and Integrative Medicine. She is passionate about doing medicine her way, and she recently started her own virtual tele-medicine clinic to do exactly that. Ginamarie is also the co-founder of the Upward Spiral Podcast: From Burnout to Br...2024-08-2731 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: A Culture ShiftSend us a textThis episode share Chapter 4 of the book Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. This chapter touches on the unwritten rules we might be letting dictate our lives, the treadmill achievement, and how to wake up to your own culture shift. Links mentioned: Community with BC KrygowskiGet in touch with Dawn: On the web practicebalance.comOn Instagram @practicebalanceOn Facebook Dawn BakerOn LinkedIn Dawn L Baker MDBuy the book Lean OutSubscribe to the PracticeBalance newsletter! Pu...2024-08-2018 min
Lean Out PodcastPatient with Stephanie MossSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Stephanie Moss, a PGY-1 psychiatry resident physician at Rosalind Franklin University. Stephanie is the host of the Life As a Patient Doctor Podcast, which features stories from medical students, trainees and professionals on crucial topics like illness, disability, mental health, sexual health, trauma-informed care, and preserving humanity in medicine.We discuss Stephanie's journey as a medical student with a chronic illness, and how she plans to balance her advocacy work with her own self-care during this intense period of clinical training, We cover important as...2024-08-1533 min
Lean Out PodcastPrevention with Marjan BolouriSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Marjan Balouri, a board certified radiologist specializing in breast imaging based out of Denver, CO. Outside of work, Marjan enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors with her family, and being an advocate for patients and physicians. Marjan transitioned from being a partner/shareholder with leadership roles in her private practice to a part-time contractor for the same group… it was an amicable transition with no drama involved. Listen on to be inspired by her lean out journey!Connect with Marjan:Th...2024-07-3129 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: On the Other Side of NoSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks about what to do when you find yourself the recipient of a No. Do you make No mean something about your self-worth? Listen to hear tips about how to deal when you experience rejection.Resources mentioned in this episode: Getting to Yes bookGetting to Yes With Yourself bookLean Out Podcast episode and article: How to Deal With a "Bad Review"PracticeBalance article: The End* of My Fertility JourneyGet in touch with Dawn: On the web practicebalance.comOn In...2024-07-2410 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: The Cost No One Talks AboutSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker shares a reading from Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. Chapter 3 is titled, "The Cost No One Talks About." Links discussed in this episode: Lean Out Podcast - Integrity with Shilpa ShahaniBlog post about my experience giving a talk on infertilityGet in touch with Dawn: On the web practicebalance.comOn Instagram @practicebalanceOn Facebook Dawn BakerOn LinkedIn Dawn L Baker MDBuy the book Lean OutSubscribe to the PracticeBalance newsletter! Put your email into the purple box, and...2024-07-1619 min
Lean Out PodcastRetreat with Stacey FuntSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Stacey Funt, a part-time radiologist, health coach, tour operator, wife, and mother to twins.Stacey is the founder of LH Adventure Travel, a wellness tour company. She designs and executes wellness retreats for women that focus on moderate movement, healthy whole foods, stress management, and community building in stunning natural environments.Stacey shares her journey from full-time to part-time radiology, and how she evolved her business to be fulfilling and heart-centered. Spoiler: it took time, experimentation, and learning that "it's ok to...2024-07-0924 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: How to Deal With a "Bad Review"Send us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks about what to do when you get a "bad review" - of your work performance, your creative efforts, your interpersonal interactions, or anything people might be evaluating. Links mentioned in this episode: Chase Jarvis Live 628 - Is Your Comfort Zone Holding You Back?Mindful Healers Podcast 107 - You Can't Be Everyone's Cup of Tea: How to Move Beyond People PleasingOther episodes where guests discuss "bad reviews:'Travel with Claire JohnsonPriorities with Chrissy GuidrySolocast: HatersGet in touch wi...2024-07-0215 min
Lean Out PodcastReinvention with Sharon McLaughlinSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Sharon McLaughlin about entrepreneurship and the importance of constantly reinventing yourself. Sharon is a plastic surgeon turned serial entrepreneur. She is the creator and CEO of Power of Peacefulness, host of the Power of Peacefulness Podcast, and the founder of the large Facebook group, Female Physician Entrepreneurs. She has authored multiple journals, and a book with other women physicians titled, “Thriving After Burnout.”Get in touch with Sharon: WebsiteFPE Facebook GroupSharon's InstagramFPE InstagramGet in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the we...2024-06-2527 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Lean In CultureSend us a textThis episode is a reading of Chapter 2: Lean In Culture from the book Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. Dawn Baker discusses the current state of physical and mental health in hard-driving professions such as medicine, law, finance, and tech. She also shares an exercise you can do to contemplate your strengths, and the story of Leanne, an attorney turned nonprofit leader and advocate. Get in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean OutSubscribe to the PracticeBalance ne...2024-06-1817 min
Lean Out PodcastLean Practice with Mitra SadhuSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Mitra Sadhu, a Florida nephrologist who has designed a lean private practice that helps her work part time in a traditionally busy subspecialty. She shares the components of a lean practice model, what motivates her to work part time, and how she changed her mindset on what a proper medical practice should look like. Get in touch with Mitra:Lean Private Practice Solutions websiteLean Private Practice Solutions Facebook group Link Medical Spaces websiteGet in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the...2024-06-1128 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: 5 Lessons from 25 Years of MarriageSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker reflects on 25 years of marriage. She offers five concepts that she thinks have helped her marriage stand the test of time. Stay tuned for insights beyond the typical advice of "go on date nights" and "keep open communication."Links mentioned in this episode:Subscribe to the email list - https://www.practicebalance.com/getintouchTake the 5 Love Languages test - https://5lovelanguages.comSelf-compassion recordings and resources - https://self-compassion.org/self-compassion-practicesGet in touch with Dawn: On...2024-06-0411 min
Lean Out PodcastAuthenticity with Tracey O'ConnellSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Tracey O'Connell. Tracey is a part-time teleradiologist, a coach, consultant, educator, and expressive writing facilitator. She has a special interest in what she calls the “messy middle” – helping people navigate difficult times and big feelings to find sustainable wellbeing and their most authentic selves.We go deep into the thick of Tracey's lean-out journey, which really started in medical school and included a values mismatch at her first attending job out of residency. We delve into the details of how Tracey recovered from a diffic...2024-05-2836 min
Lean Out PodcastInvesting with Savannah ArroyoSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Savannah Arroyo of Networth Nurse and InvestHealth. Savannah started her real estate investing career in 2020 after having her second daughter. Looking for additional income streams and alternative ways to build wealth, Savannah began educating herself about real estate. She has since purchased over $20M worth of real estate, partnering primarily with healthcare professionals to scale her portfolio. Savannah is passionate about educating and supporting others to achieve their financial goals. Resources mentioned in this episode: Book - Think and Grow Rich Book...2024-05-2128 min
Lean Out PodcastSabbaticals with Liz DrakeSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Liz Drake, a professional and mom who has taken the big leap of a sabbatical after 20 years in management consulting. After what she calls "multiple failed attempts at finding the elusive work-life balance", Liz is doing a reset and evaluating what she wants the rest of her career to look like. There are lots of great resources mentioned in this episode, so be sure to check them out!Dawn's article Life as a Series of SabbaticalsDawn's interview with Jillian Johnsrud2024-05-1432 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: What to Do When You're Lost or StuckSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker describes a recent situation where she got stuck... literally stuck. She shares her insights into what you can do if you get lost or stuck, and if you just feel lost or stuck.Links mentioned: Lean Out Podcast: Spirituality with Erin Doppelt2% with Michael Easter: The Power of Getting LostPractice Balance article: Mindfulness - What Is It, Why You Want It, and How to Get ItGet in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy t...2024-05-0611 min
Lean Out PodcastSpirituality with Erin DoppeltSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Erin Doppelt about how her spirituality has guided her journey of travel, learning, teaching, and entrepreneurship. They discuss the processes of birthing a book, birthing a baby, and birthing a business.Erin Doppelt is a spiritual psychology and meditation teacher with a master’s degree in psychology in education from Columbia University Teachers College. After a stint as a marketing leader for a chain of big city restaurants, she spent her twenties living in Israel, India, Asia and Europe, studying with diverse gurus and yo...2024-04-2938 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: The Conflict of Being an Anti-Hustle EntrepreneurSend us a textin this episode, Dawn Baker talks about grappling with the conflict of doing entrepreneurial work that preaches against the typical hustle culture. Don't you have to hustle when you have a business? Listen to Dawn's thoughts and tips on how to do your creative, entrepreneurial work on your own terms. Links mentioned in this episode:A Dream That Made Me Question My Path - blog post, podcast episode A Tale of Two Women - podcast episodeGet in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web p...2024-04-2412 min
Lean Out PodcastIdentity with Michael FotiSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Dr. Michael Foti. Michael is a dad, a husband, and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in Middletown, NY. He’s also active as a teacher and mentor to medical students, and he’s the Standardized Patient Program Coordinator at his institution. During the early part of his career, Michael experienced severe anxiety and depression that initiated his Lean Out journey. We get into the raw emotions and talk about the shame he felt when medicine was h...2024-04-1428 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Key Things I've Learned in 50 Years on this EarthSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker discusses her keys to success after reflecting on a milestone birthday. She goes into the common themes of her consistent practices in the realms of health, wealth, and happiness. Don't miss the pearls in this solocast!Relevant links: Link to the accompanying article for this episode on PracticeBalance.comGreat resource from Peter Attia on how muscle mass affects longevity and healthspanBook with important financial concepts - JL Collins, A Simple Path to WealthExcellent conversation between Arthur Brooks and Peter Attia discussing happiness vs. p...2024-03-2012 min
Lean Out PodcastSteps with Seema DesaiSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Seema Desai, a retired dentist and executive coach. Seema helps high-achieving, ambitious leaders go from stressed, overwhelmed, and frustrated to productive, effective, and fulfilled. She is the author of Connected: Discovering Your Inner Guides and the cohost of the podcast Happy and Human.This conversation demonstrates the concept that work-life balance is a continuous process, and transformation most often happens in a stepwise manner. We discuss the concepts of identity values, both personal and family values, and also navigating relationships with two busy professionals. 2024-03-1334 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Staying Sane in the Era of Social MediaSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks all about why we should be weary of social media, and how you can craft a sustainable social media use plan that fits your work-life balance. She summarizes what she learned in the preparation and delivery of a talk on the subject, including health problems associated with social media and best practices for moderating its use.Resources mentioned in this episode: --> Leave a review for Lean Out on Amazon! 2024-03-0320 min
Lean Out PodcastDreams with Kristine GoinsSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Kristine Goins. Kristine is an integrative adult & pediatric psychiatrist, physician coach and digital nomad. After experiencing her own struggles with burnout and health challenges, Kristine left a position in academics and leadership to found Nomad MD, where she empowers doctors to achieve a balanced and fulfilling life, where they can work less from anywhere. Kristine shares a glimpse of what life is like as a digital nomad, the realizations that led her to take the leap and change her lifestyle, and excellent tips for n...2024-02-2730 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Create a Life You Don't Have to Escape FromSend us a textWelcome back to the Lean Out Podcast! In this solocast kick-off to Season 2, Dawn Baker shares her recent experiences traveling, and the difference between a "trip" and a "vacation". She also gives some suggestions for how to start designing a life you don't feel you have to escape from. Practice Balance article about easy ways to practice mindfulness: https://practicebalance.com/2021/03/mindfulness-what-is-it-why-do-you-want-it-and-how-to-get-it/Get in touch with Dawn:On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2024-02-1914 min
Lean Out PodcastPriorities with Chrissy GuidrySend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Chrissy Guidry about waking up to her true priorities and expanding her work-life balance to include things that bring her more joy. Chrissy is a trauma and critical care surgeon who calls herself a "hybrid" academic and private practice physician. She has a role in physician wellness at Tulane University, and she works as a locum tenens surgeon at community hospitals in the area. Chrissy's new passion is her community Whole Body Optimism, dedicated to healthcare professionals who would like to optimize their mind, body, and...2023-12-2631 min
Lean Out PodcastEducation with Kara WadaSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Dr. Kara Wada. Kara is a quadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician. Early in her career, she found out she has Sjogren’s disease, and this altered her vision and priorities for her work-life balance. She’s also a life coach and a mom who shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal. We discuss her commitment to education - of her patients, fellow physicians, and he...2023-12-1729 min
Lean Out PodcastFreedom with Harmony SmithSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Harmony Smith, trial attorney and mother of five. Harmony has been on a journey away from the debt of law school and the typical professional lifestyle toward one of financial independence. She is currently working full time in a remote role while leaning into homesteading and her love of crochet. She is also a freelance writer and blogger.Harmony's work-life balance is a work in progress, as she craves more time for adventures on her homestead with her family. We discuss her departure from the...2023-12-1034 min
Lean Out PodcastDharma with Elizabeth HubbellSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Elizabeth Hubbell. Elizabeth is an RYT-500 yoga instructor, wellness coach, and freelance writer passionate about living a plant-based, alcohol-free life. In 2021, she left a career as an instructional designer with a background in K12, higher ed, and adult learning. She is the author of Rethinking Alcohol through the Eight Limbs of Yoga. We discuss her decision to leave a longstanding career in higher education, her period of stillness and discovery, and rethinking our relationships with alcohol and other habits. Buy the book R...2023-12-0429 min
Lean Out PodcastBONUS Solocast: A Few of My Favorite Things Holiday Gift GuideSend us a textIn this BONUS episode, Dawn Baker shares her favorite things as a gift guide for holiday shopping this year. All links can be found by going to the blog post accompanying this episode. Happy shopping!https://practicebalance.com/2023/11/a-few-of-my-favorite-things-2023-gift-guide/Get in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-11-2915 min
Lean Out PodcastExperimentation with Errin WeismanSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Errin Weisman about her journey through burnout and beyond. She exemplifies the idea that work-life balance is truly a journey with highs and lows. Dr. Errin Weisman is a physician, life coach, podcaster and mother of three. Because of her personal experience with professional burnout early in her career, Errin speaks openly with straight, raw honesty about her story in order to help others. She practices family and addiction medicine in rural Indiana, and she lives on a farm with her husband (who happens t...2023-11-2634 min
Lean Out PodcastGratitude with Mary LeungSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Mary Leung about her transition from burned out, overworked medical specialist to in control of her time during busy days at her clinic. She was so transformed by coaching for time management that she became a coach to help other physicians like her. NOTE: There are a few unavoidable audio glitches in the beginning and end of this episode, but we made the best of it! Bio: Dr. Mary Leung is a physician board-certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. As...2023-11-2033 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Kids, Failure, and MindsetSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks about her first experience parenting in a sports competition. Things did not go as expected, and she describes how she handled it.(NOTE: I incorrectly talk about the particular illegal jiu jitsu move that occurred as "grabbing an ankle", when apparently it is in a knee reaping. Shows how much I know about jiu jitsu!) You can find a print version of this episode (with relevant links and images) at: https://practicebalance.com/2023/11/kids-failure-and-mindset/Get in touch with Dawn: O...2023-11-0713 min
Lean Out PodcastIntensity with Stella de la VegaSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Stella de la Vega about how she balances her clinical work as a physician in urgent care with her love for "unusual epic adventures" (her words). Her life interests include sailing and multi-day sail racing, mountaineering, rock climbing, triathlon, and backpacking. Episodes of the Dare to Dream Physician Travel podcast mentioned in this conversation: Sailing and Finding Your North Star with Dr. Stella de la Vega, part 1Sailing and Finding Your North Star with Dr. Stella de la Vega, part 2Find Stella on...2023-10-3127 min
Lean Out PodcastConviction with SC GutierrezSend us a textDawn Baker speaks with SC Gutierrez about the highs and lows on her journey of building a financial firm with an ethical, transparent business model. Sarah Catherine (SC) Gutierrez is the CEO of Aptus Financial. She holds an MPP from Harvard University, and Certified Financial Planner® and Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist designations. Her firm provides flat-fee financial planning services to early-career attending physicians and other young professionals. Aptus has helped more than 800 physicians DIY their finances by providing financial mentorship, personalized guidance, and simple, unbiased investment advice. In addition, her firm s...2023-10-1739 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: A Dream That Made Me Question My PathSend us a textDawn Baker discusses how a recent dream had her questioning her unconventional path to work-life balance. She shares tips for the continuous practice of cultivating the confidence to lean out.Resources mentioned in this episode: Blog post version of this podcastChase Jarvis Live episode about promotion and the creative cycleGet in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-10-0709 min
Lean Out PodcastCourage with Susie SharpeSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Susie Sharpe, a dual-career physician and artist. They discuss the wakeup calls the led Susie to make time in her work-life balance for the creation of art, a lifelong passion. She shares where she derives inspiration for her artwork and gives advice for others who dream of honoring their passions while still working as a professional. Resources mentioned in this episode: Susie's art websiteSusie's Tedx talk, 4 Keys to Achieving Your DreamSusie on InstagramGet in touch with D...2023-09-2424 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: A Tale of Two WomenSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn reads Chapter 1 of her book Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. If you don't know the story behind how Dawn stepped off the treadmill of achievement, you'll enjoy this episode! Get in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-09-1813 min
Lean Out PodcastChallenge with Melissa Vela-WilliamsonSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Melissa Vela-Williamson, founder of MVW Communications. Melissa is an internationally-recognized public relations strategist, author, national columnist, and podcast host. She is accredited in PR, certified in diversity, equity and inclusion, and uses PR for social good through her PR company.Craving more location independence and work-life balance, Melissa left a large PR agency to start her own firm and hasn't looked back. We discuss how challenges in life shape our values and affect our ability to weather new "hard things". This one is chock-full o...2023-09-0737 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: The One Thing You Can Rely OnSend us a textIn today's episode, Dawn Baker talks about the inevitability of change and uncertainty in our lives. She also gives tips for how to accept them and use them in your Lean Out journey.Resources mentioned in this episode: Business of Happiness Podcast episode 220Practicebalance.com article on MindfulnessGet in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-09-0207 min
Lean Out PodcastSurrender with Aman CostiganSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Aman Costigan. Aman is a mom, attorney and law firm partner, founder and yoga teacher at Beyond Yoga for Lawyers, investor in a local start up, and personal development nerd. After years of feeling unfulfilled with “just the law”, in 2019 she took action to build her own Empire of Freedom. We discuss financial freedom, allowing for other interests in your life besides your profession, all things organization/time management, and how to surrender when you need to. Connect with Aman Costigan:In...2023-08-1628 min
Lean Out PodcastDream with Weili GraySend us a textIn this episode, I talk with Dr. Weili Gray, an anesthesiologist by training who practices sleep medicine in Vermont’s countryside. She founded Dare to Dream Physician with the mission to empower fellow doctors to dream big and embrace life through travel. With her husband and 3 kids, she has crafted a dream life brimming with family adventures and extraordinary experiences. Mentioned in this episode:Episode 100 of the Dare to Dream Physician Travel PodcastMy conversation with Weili on Dare to Dream Physician (part 1 and part 2) Get...2023-08-1126 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: Snapping Out of ItSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn shares how she's been in a bit of a funk this summer, and how a hummingbird helped her to "snap out of it."We also discuss this early podcast episode and original viral blog post from 2021 about doing things that are "not on the list."Get in touch with Dawn: On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-08-0411 minLean Out PodcastInner Compass with Kristi AngevineSend us a textIn this episode, Dawn talks with Kristi Angevine about her transition from full time Ob/Gyn to full time life coach. She loved her clinical practice despite some downsides, but she found something she loved even more. She decided life was too precious to not heed the call.Kristi Angevine, MD is a board-certified Ob/Gyn and master certified life coach. She specializes in helping high achievers change unhelpful habits into intentional ones. She also has special training in Internal Family Systems and loves blending this to help others...2023-07-2242 minLean Out PodcastIntegrity with Shilpa ShahaniSend us a textIn this episode, I talk with Shilpa Shahani, a pediatric oncologist who shifted to a remote career in cancer pharmacology when she found herself dealing with the stress of infertility treatments.We talk about what it means to her to serve her patients, what it's like to work while navigating infertility treatments, and much more.Get in touch with Dawn:On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-07-1625 min
Lean Out PodcastReset with Jeanne BramerSend us a textJeanne Bramer is an OB-GYN who practices part-time in Louisville, KY. She originally trained and practiced in Lexington, KY. She's been married 21 years and has four children ages 15-20. When she was burned out and overwhelmed early in her career, they decided to make a bold move: they sold most of their possessions and moved 4000 miles to the state of Alaska.In this conversation, we talk all about her "reset" and how it changed her life. You'll also hear some interesting tidbits about negotiating a re-entry into a procedure-based profession.2023-07-0537 min
Lean Out PodcastVision with Sara WorkmanSend us a textIn this episode, I interview my dear friend Sara Workman. Sara is a professor and CPA in Cedar City, UT. She has two sons, aged 7 and 2, and they have always been at the forefront of her career vision - even before they existed. We discuss how Sara developed that early vision for her work-life balance, and how she's continued to keep her career roles as simple as possible by relentlessly saying no to things and people that didn’t fit with her vision. You'll also be reminded that sometimes it's best not...2023-06-2315 min
Lean Out PodcastFamily with Hannah RennoSend us a textDawn Baker talks to Hannah Renno, an Arkansas-based pediatrician by training who walked away from a busy practice to prioritize the needs of her family.Bio: Hannah Renno is a general pediatrician who walked away from a busy practice to pursue her dream of being a stay-at-home mom. She now homeschools her four children in Little Rock, Arkansas and has a breastfeeding medicine micropractice. She is perpetually running out of hours in the day, but she's forever grateful that most of them are spent shoulder-to-shoulder with her kids.2023-06-1235 min
Lean Out PodcastSolocast: HatersSend us a textIn this podcast, I talk about ways you can deal with haters and naysayers, who will no doubt show up when you're leaning out. Brave Enough Show episode (Season 10 Episode 9) with Sasha Shillcutt and Lydia KangGet in touch with Dawn:On Instagram @practicebalanceOn the web practicebalance.comBuy the book Lean Out2023-06-0108 min
Lean Out PodcastAdventure with Rachel WoodSend us a textRachel Wood MD is an American mom, wife and anesthesiologist currently practicing part-time general anesthesia in the south island of New Zealand. In her free time, she loves mountain biking with her husband, playing Legos with her son and infusing as much adventuring into her family life as possible.Rachel leaned out from the typical path of a fellowship-trained anesthesiologist to honor her family's core value of adventure. Listen in for her description of day to day life in New Zealand on both her work days and her off days.2023-05-1927 minLean Out PodcastTravel with Claire JohnsonSend us a textClaire Johnson is an OB-GYN and global citizen whose love for medicine and travel has carried her around the world. She currently works remotely as a healthcare consultant so she can spend time with her bicoastal children, now thriving in their post-graduate lives.In this episode, Claire and I discuss her long career involving multiple pivots. She discusses retraining in OB-GYN after a break, medical mission work, and her current work-life balance in a remote hospital administration setting.Where to find Claire:On Instagram @daisyamongrosesGet in...2023-05-1525 min
Lean Out PodcastFlow with Milena RegosSend us a textMilena Regos is an ex-digital marketing pioneer, CMO and award-winning marketer and strategist who consulted hundreds of entrepreneurs, celebrities and Fortune 500 companies before she decided to pivot and pursue a bigger purpose. She founded Unhustle to teach other leaders how to break free from the grind and embrace a more intentional, sustainable way of living and working.In this episode, we talk about why we need more rest and flow in our lives, doing what you love, and how Milena went from sleeping with her phone to the slow life in...2023-05-0731 min