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The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGroup Function: Lessons from a Pandemic, 4 years laterThis throwback episode features a recording made to talk about what we had learned from the COVID pandemic. It is currently about 4 years after dental practices started back to work in a post pandemic world. This is a snapshot of how we were feeling 18 months or so after the pandemic began. Alan is joined by friends and colleagues Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Melissa Zettler and Dr. Frank Clayton to talk about COVID. Specifically how we’re feeling 18 months into the COVID pandemic. What’s different? What’s changed for the worse? Did anything good come from it? ...2024-06-0745 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGroup Function: Things We've LearnedAlan was joined by his friends and OG Brain Trust members Dr. Tammy Bailey, Dr. Dawn Kulongowski and Dr. Frank Clayton to tell a story. The story, as it turns out, is about the things Al learned by reviewing 1100+ episodes (and 9+ years) of podcasts! Some of the lessons involved podcasting in general, but most of the lessons are incredibly profound and applicable to dentistry and life! You guys are going to love this episode and the conversation we have! Some of the lessons Al learned: Ask for help Everyone is selling something We focused probably more on clinical...2023-07-281h 04
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkAME: What We Put In Our Heads with Dr. Dawn KulongowskiDr. Dawn Kulongowski joins Al to discuss his new strategy of consuming podcasts and other content more intentionally. It turns out if you listen to negative garbage on the way to work, you might end up having a negative outlook on the day! Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us...2023-07-0338 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkVery Dental: Obsessed with Botox!There was once a time where we started a podcast. A podcast by dentists, for dentists. And in the very first episode we were OBSESSED with Botox. That's right, I'm throwing back to the very first episode of the Dental Hacks podcast. The podcast features Dr. Jason Lipscomb and myself interviewing the one and only Dr. Lance Timmerman followed by a Brain Trust featuring Dr. Tammy Bailey, Dr. Jason Luchtefeld, Dr. Dawn Kulongowski and Dr. Andy Hayes! To be honest, we weren't great. At least the technology wasn't great. But there was magic from the v...2023-06-161h 04
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGroup Function: What Would You Do, 2? (Classic)Alan is joined by Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Lance Timmerman, Dr. Jason Lipscomb and Dr. Frank Clayton to grapple with weird and difficult hypothetical situations in a rousing game of "What would you do?" If you were an associate and your owner dentist's hands are starting to shake, what do you do? What would you tell yourself if you had a time machine that took you to your graduation day from dental school? This and many other dilemmas are hilariously discussed by a panel of all star Brain Trusters! Join the Very Dental Facebook group us...2022-07-291h 09
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkShorts: Whose Problem is it?Dr. Dawn Kulongowski joins Alan to talk about addiction, continuing education and professional organizations. Whose responsibility is it to get the word out about professionals with substance use issues? Whose responsibility is it to get them help? As Dawn and Alan figure out, it's not completely clear! If you liked this episode you should subscribe to The Peaceful Practice podcast! To contact Alan or Dawn: email us: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals If you'd like to support the Very Dental Podcast N...2022-04-1140 min
The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 57: Whose Problem Is It?After seeing a meme poking fun at continuing education classes for addiction, Alan and Dawn have a discussion about the role of professional organizations in the management of mental health issues. To contact Alan or Dawn: email us: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals2022-04-1136 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGroup Function: When the Pain Becomes Great EnoughInspired by bad service at his bank and horrible features in accounting software, Al turns to his Brain Trust to talk about the resistance to change and how to break through it! Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Melissa Zettler and Dr. Frank Clayton join Al to discuss all the ways that we resist our gut and drag our feet against the changes we need to make. Whether it's moving your office, firing your employee or switching banks, we've got ideas about how to help you move through change! Go check out the Very Dental Facebook group (use password Timmerman or Ho...2022-03-1844 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkShorts: 20 Years Sober (Peaceful Practice Podcast)Very Dental people...take a listen to another podcast that I do with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, "The Peaceful Practice Podcast!" On the eve of Alan's 20th year of sobriety, Dawn and Alan have a conversation about what this milestone means, what it has been like to get here and how to examine our own habits with drugs and alcohol. To contact Dawn and Alan: Email us podcast@peacefulpractice.com Join our Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals2022-01-1742 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 56: The Giving TreeAfter the season of giving leaves Dawn feeling drained, Dawn and Alan discuss the book "The Giving Tree" and the importance of setting boundaries in relationships. To contact Dawn and Alan: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Or join our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals2022-01-1733 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 55: 20 Years SoberOn the eve of Alan's 20th year of sobriety, Dawn and Alan have a conversation about what this milestone means, what it has been like to get here and how to examine our own habits with drugs and alcohol. To contact Dawn and Alan: Email us podcast@peacefulpractice.com Join our Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals2022-01-1041 min
The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 54: Let go, start againIn this episode, Alan expresses that he is grieving his pre-COVID life. Dawn and Alan discuss the importance of letting go of the past and accepting reality. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2021-10-1133 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGroup Function: Because COVIDAlan is joined by friends and colleagues Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Melissa Zettler and Dr. Frank Clayton to talk about COVID. Specifically how we’re feeling 18 months into the COVID pandemic. What’s different? What’s changed for the worse? Did anything good come from it? Stuff that’s changed: Costs of everything have gone up Hiring/finding employees is REALLY difficult Delivery everything New business models requiring less people/more efficiency (Dawn’s vet story) No dining rooms for fast food Tolerance of crazy patients Single use/waste Everyone using straws Wiping the pen Asking about vacc...2021-09-1348 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 53: Life is far too important to take seriously!Using cat lawyer as inspiration, Alan and Dawn discuss the pitfalls of taking on the identity of 'serious professional.' Russell Brand's viewing of 'Cat Lawyer' can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlP9ebZmyLs You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2021-05-2433 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 52: Take A Break!Alan and Dawn are back after a 6 month break from recording! In this episode, we discuss the benefits of taking a break. Whether it's 5 minutes or 5 months, there is value in any downtime. Pieces cited are from the Harvard Business Review at hbr.org You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2021-05-1738 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGroup Function: Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes!Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Rich Rosenblatt and Dr. Tammy Bailey join Alan for the "maiden voyage" of the Group Function podcast! We talk about a topic that most Very Dental people can relate to...change! Some highlights: Passive-aggressive ADA talk Hiring in the time of COVID. Procrastination and how to lean into change Askholes and asking the perspective of others Going with your gut Change vs. "zooming" Some links from the show: The Very Dental Facebook group Al's email "Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway" by Susan Jeffers "...2021-05-0352 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 51: It's Lonely At The TopAfter a hard day at the office, Dawn goes home feeling lonely. Turns out, she's not alone. On this episode, Dawn and Alan take on the topic of loneliness in the professions, which is not only common but also a huge factor leading to burnout. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-11-1632 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 50: Stop Asking Me!Dawn and Alan discuss the phenomenon of decision fatigue and the fact that our ability to make decisions is a measured resource and does go down over the course of a day. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-11-0231 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkHow 2020 Has Changed the Way We Think with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski (DHS52)Dr. Dawn Kulongowski joins Alan to talk about some of the subtle and not so subtle ways that we think. No longer can you look at a group of people without thinking, "they're kind of close together over there" or "your mask isn't covering your nose, bro." Are we broken as Al posits or are we just different as Dawn thinks? If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to check out Dawn and Alan weekly on the Peaceful Practice Podcast! Microcopy Dental has always been the place to get the most amazing single patient use...2020-10-2621 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 49: How to Ruin AnythingDawn and Alan tackle a list of 11 common thought/cognitive distortions compiled by Cornell University's Allan Filipowicz. These are painfully common and if we can learn to spot them as they arise, we can get off the train of negative thinking and overreactions and correct our thinking to correspond with reality. Here is the list: 1. All or nothing thinking -- 1 mistake means total failure 2. Overgeneralization -- Drawing broad conclusions from one event 3. Magnification -- Exaggerating difficulties and shortcomings 4. Labeling -- Attaching personality tags to behaviors 5. Mental Filters -- Ignoring positive or dissenting information 6. Discounting the positive -- If po...2020-10-2635 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 48: Suffering is OptionalEpisode 48: Suffering is Optional After Alan reviews his texts and realizes that problems that seemed so big a week ago no longer mattered at all, he and Dawn are inspired to discuss the impermanence of all things and how we process our emotions from moment to moment. The Netflix special they refer to is: https://www.netflix.com/title/81010166 To contact Dawn or Alan: Email us: podcast@peacefulpractice.com On the web: www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast Or our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessfor professionals2020-10-1935 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkDoing the Work with Dr. Josh Austin and Dr. Dawn Kulongowski (DHS46)Today's episode features two dental podcasting all stars: Dr. Josh Austin and Dr. Dawn Kulongowski. This is actually a cross over episode with the Peaceful Practice Podcast and it features our talk with Josh Austin about mental health in dentistry. Josh talks about the work he's been doing with a therapist and how it's helped him be a better dentist and a better person. This is a piece of the full interview done in episode 47 of the Peaceful Practice Podcast, so if you enjoyed this episode you should download the whole thing and listen! The Peaceful Practice P...2020-10-0523 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 47: Time for a change with Dr. Josh AustinAlan and Dawn are joined by their friend and accomplished colleague, Dr. Josh Austin. Josh has recently started lecturing about mental health in dentistry. We talk with him about the moment he knew he had to do something differently in his life, and how he took that important step forward. To contact Alan, Dawn or Josh: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ 2020-10-051h 00The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 46: Friends and MoneyAlan and Dawn have a frank and mildly painful discussion about the pitfalls of loaning money to friends. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-09-2833 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 45: What the World Needs Now... is LOVEDawn and Alan discuss the benefits of loving kindness (metta) meditation and how it can serve to lower our stress levels and lessen the difficulties we experience in practice and in life. You can reach Dawn and Alan in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-09-2137 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkMore Cracked Teeth? with Dr. Dawn KulongowskiHas the COVID pandemic really caused more cracked teeth? Alan talks with Dental Hacks Nation favorite Dr. Dawn Kulongowski about whether there are really more cracked teeth from COVID! The answers might surprise you! Some links from the show: A Dentist Sees More Cracked Teeth: What's Going On? Microcopy Dental has been making single use burs polishers for over 30 years. Each one of their single use diamonds comes to you ready to use in sterile packaging. Go check out all of the amazing, single use rotary instruments and other cool stuff they have t...2020-09-1415 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 44: "I'm the kind of person who..."After an email from a person who was questioning their habit of advice giving, Alan and Dawn discuss the painful but wonderful opportunity that "getting called out" gives us to grow into the people we want to be. Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-09-1434 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 43: Toxic PositivityDawn and Alan discuss the downside of "positivity," toxic positivity, and the value of being more authentic and compassionate to ourselves and others. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-08-3133 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 42: Get Out!!Dawn and Alan discuss the benefits of being in nature and with animals, and what lessons we can draw from the natural world. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-08-2430 min
The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 41: COVID Coping, The Bad and The GoodDawn is joined once again by her friends and colleagues Dr. Tammy Bailey, Dr. Frank Clayton and Dr. Rich Rosenblatt for an update on how they are managing all of the changes in their lives and practices that COVID has brought about. We share the hard stuff and how we are coping with that and the good stuff too! Watch Rich's COVID Protocol video here: https://youtu.be/eTGe-y05vHY You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https...2020-08-1036 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 40: Alan got hit by a truck, no seriously... He did!Alan and Dawn haven't recorded for a month, largely because Alan was hit by a truck. In this episode, they discuss his accident and the issues that arise when dealing with trauma. The podcast about resiliency referenced can be found here: https://adammarkel.com/building-resilience-in-the-face-adversity-with-dr-peter-nieman/?fbclid=IwAR1GdCKMhi9seAN3Mt69j8GpMPlOwizQlvTOgMPvEtABg0hkx9om3Sp9kBw You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podc...2020-08-0338 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 39: #MedBikiniDawn and Alan discuss the recent "study" in the Journal of Vascular Surgery shaming doctors over the content of their social media accounts. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-07-2731 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkFive Minutes in a Time MachineToday's episode features the second half of our interview with Dr. Lance Timmerman on sleep apnea and our very first Brain Trust featuring Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Tammy Bailey, Dr. Andy Hayes and Dr. Jason Luchtefeld taking a 5 minute ride in a time machine! [Sale Alert 🚩] There may not be any big block parties, but YAPI still wants you to get your July started off with a bang! 🎉 Struggling to figure out a workflow that actually works to easily communicate with patients and have them complete electronic forms? Here are just 4 reasons to get started with Y...2020-07-1049 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 38 People Pleasers: You Are People Too!Dawn and Alan break down the habit of people pleasing, highlighting that it really pleases no one and that there is a way out. The piece Dawn references can be found here: Tiny Buddha To contact Dawn and Alan: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-06-1536 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 37: A Million Little FiresDawn and Alan discuss their first week back in practice after the COVID shutdown. "A Million Little Fires" is borrowed with permission and gratitude from Dr. Josh Austin. Thank you Josh! To get in touch with Suzanne Robinson for coaching: www.issuesexplored.com You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-06-0833 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 36: Lessons From the FloodAfter Alan's farm survives a flood unscathed, he is haunted by guilt. Dawn and Alan discuss self compassion, self loathing and the struggle to be kind to ourselves. Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-06-0132 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 35: COVID Coping, the Alcohol EditionAlan and Dawn have a frank conversation about the use of alcohol during the COVID shutdown. The article they reference for tips on evaluating your alcohol consumption without judgment is: Would I be healthier if I quit drinking? PN Coaching You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-05-2535 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 34: Real People Meditate Too!Alan and Dawn discuss misconceptions that keep people from meditating, the benefits of meditation practice and a simple technique to get started. Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-05-1835 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 33: Career Mom ConfessionsTaped live at Voices of Dentistry: Dawn sits down with Dr. Tammy Bailey and Dr. Tiffany Lee for a frank discussion of the stresses and strategies of being mothers and having successful and time consuming careers. Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-05-1131 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 32: "Bad" DaysTaped live at Voices of Dentistry: Dawn is joined by Dr. Frank Clayton, Dr. Tammy Bailey and Dr. Tiffany Lee for a discussion of how we cope with "bad" days. Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-05-0430 min
The Very Dental Podcast Networkdavidji on Living with Uncertainty (DHS24)We're all uncertain about the future. Today's episode will help you think differently about how you look at it. Alan and Dr. Dawn Kulongowski interviewed her teacher davidji and it was amazing! davidji's website Destressifying The Peaceful Practice2020-04-291h 00
The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 31: davidji on Living With UncertaintyDawn and Alan are joined by special guest, award winning author and stress expert davidji. He shares invaluable wisdom on coping in uncertain times and the value of the pattern interrupt. Many of the techniques davidji talks about are in his book, "destressifying" which is available on Amazon and Audible. You can reach davidji in the following places: www.davidji.com His Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/flowoflove/ Instagram: @davidjimeditation You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: po...2020-04-271h 00The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 30: Stop the "What If" Thinking, with Suzanne RobinsonDawn and Alan discuss "what if" thinking and "awful-izing" with Suzanne Robinson of Issues Explored. Suzanne is a certified executive, behavioral and life coach with a lot of expertise in coaching people through difficult times. You can reach Suzanne Robinson: On her website www.issuesexplored.com or via email suzanne@issuesexplored.com You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the...2020-04-2036 min
The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 29: Lessons From the Bench with Kimarie StratosDawn is joined by attorney and fellow meditation teacher Kimarie Stratos for a discussion on the emotions being experienced and helpful lessons to manage while so many professionals are "benched" during the COVID crisis. You can reach Dawn and Kimarie in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-04-1337 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkI bought a COVID, not a Cone Beam (DHP287)We're so excited to bring you a Brain Trust from four of our favorite members of the Brain Trust, Dr. Dawn Kulongowski, Dr. Frank Clayton, Dr. Rich Rosenblatt and Dr. Tammy Bailey! Originally created for the Peaceful Practice Podcast we thought this was a perfect thing for the Dental Hacks podcast! We're about 3 weeks into the Coronavirus crisis...so what's happening with everyone! These folks have amazing perspective on our profession, resilience and what we've got to look forward to. I'm super proud that these folks are my friends and we can't wait for you to hear from them!2020-04-101h 18
The Peaceful PracticeEpisode 28: All Hands On Deck!Dawn is joined by her dear friends/colleagues Dr. Rich Rosenblatt, Dr. Frank Clayton and Dr. Tammy Bailey for a candid discussion about coping, leaning on each other, staying positive, dealing with debt, the future of our practices, and making the most of this downtime due to the COVID outbreak. Suzanne Robinson can be reached at: https://practicewithhonor.com You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebo...2020-04-0650 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 27: The only thing worse than working is not working.Dawn and Alan discuss the ways in which they are coping with the "shelter in place" order from the government. Physical activity and letting go of outcomes are key survival skills! You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-03-3029 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 26: We only know what we knowDawn and Alan discuss how they are coping with our rapidly changing reality in the world of COVID-19. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-03-2332 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 25: Take a BreathDawn and Alan discuss how to cope with the crazy circumstances of life in practice during the Coronavirus outbreak: Take a breath. Accept that we don't control most things. Make your best choices. Trust and live in the moment. We got this! You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ ...2020-03-1626 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 24: Is Hard Work Really Where It's At? Dawn and Alan challenge the culture of "hard work is everything" by discussing the fact that we are our most productive and best selves when we prioritize self care. Dawn references davidji's book "destressifying" which you can find here: https://www.amazon.com/destressifying-Real-World-Personal-Empowerment-Fulfillment You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peaceful...2020-03-0929 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 23: Pressure to Do What's WrongInspired by a friend's story of a patient seeking opiate pain medication, Alan and Dawn discuss the pressure professional practitioners are under from patients to do things we know are wrong. The articles referenced are: http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/news-perspective/2017/02/study-finds-patient-pressure-can-sway-antibiotic-prescribing https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/denying-the-grave/201802/why-do-doctors-overprescribe You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the...2020-03-0233 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 22: The Diesel TankAlan shares a story of putting off moving a diesel tank from his garage for years which leads to a discussion of the things we are all putting off for no rational reason. Can just shining the light of awareness on those things help us to deal with them more efficiently? You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://ww...2020-02-2424 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkGetting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable (DHS06)Today's episode of Dental Hacks Shorts is actually an episode of "The Peaceful Practice" podcast that Alan does with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski. It's a departure from the Dental Hacks, yet I think it's a good one to hear! Please enjoy our discussion of "getting outside your comfort zone!" With Dawn's kettlebell competition looming, Alan and Dawn discuss the path to self actualization being paved with discomforts, and getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https...2020-02-1934 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 21: Getting Comfortable Being UncomfortableWith Dawn's kettlebell competition looming, Alan and Dawn discuss the path to self actualization being paved with discomforts, and getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-02-1732 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 20: February Sucks! Or does it?When things get slow in the practice, doomsday thinking can so easily take over. Dawn and Alan discuss how they handle the slow times in their offices, the things they control and the things they don't and how the right attitude can turn things around. We'd love to hear how you handle the slow times in your practice! You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups...2020-02-1037 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 19: Professional Peer PressureFreshly home from a successful meeting, Dawn and Alan discuss the culture of "you're not doing it right" that exists in these settings and the pitfalls of not listening to your own desires when mapping out your professional life. 2020-02-0331 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 18: Choosing Your Reactions; The Ultimate SuperpowerInspired by some recent life events, Dawn and Alan discuss the ultimate human superpower: choosing your response and mood in any given moment. Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-01-2738 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 17: On Doing NothingWhen an ice storm strikes and they are forced to stay in, Dawn and Alan are inspired to discuss the value of doing nothing. The writing Dawn refers to is a piece called, "how to do nothing" by Jenny Odell. To contact Dawn and Alan: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-01-2033 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 16: Moving Forward Daily with Dr. Peter Nieman, Part 2We continue our discussion with Dr. Peter Nieman, a practicing pediatrician and life coach for physicians suffering burnout. This week's discussion is packed with wisdom and tips for a better life, all of which are in Peter's book, "Moving Forward Daily; The Power of Conscious Choices in Every Day Life." You can reach Peter through his website: http://movingforwarddaily.com You can contact Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.c...2020-01-1331 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 15: Moving Forward Daily with Dr. Peter NiemanThis week we meet Dr. Peter Nieman, a pediatrician and life coach for physicians suffering with burnout. Peter shares with us how he makes time for his passions of running daily and sharing wisdom with colleagues in need. You can find Dr. Nieman on the web: http://movingforwarddaily.com/ You can reach The Peaceful Practice Podcast in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2020-01-0629 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 14: New Year's ResolutionsWith the New Year approaching, Dawn and Alan discuss the ups and downs of New Year's resolutions and commitments to self. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2019-12-3026 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 13: Saying No with Dr. Russell KirkAfter hearing Dr. Kirk discuss his struggles with cutting ties with patients on his podcast, the Business of Dentistry, Dawn and Alan invite him over for a chat about the crucial life skill of saying no. You can hear the episode referred to here: https://businessofdentistrypodcast.com/bod122/ You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpra...2019-12-2339 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 12: To Beep or Not To BeepAfter a brief discussion of the possibility of being more productive with fewer days on the office schedule, Dawn and Alan hash it out about cursing on the podcast. When claiming to have real and authentic conversations, does editing language really make sense? You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice.com/podcast/ 2019-12-1632 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 11: Dentists vs. Lawyers, (The 'all in fun' debate!) Who is More Hated? Episode 11: Dentists vs. Lawyers, (The 'all in fun' debate!) Who is More Hated? “I hate the dentist” vs. all of those awful lawyer jokes! Alan, Dawn and Kimarie have a fun conversation about the public perceptions of their professions and how they have learned to not take these things personally. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.peacefulpractice...2019-12-0936 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 10: Kimarie Stratos Part Two, The Road From Lawyer to Meditation Teacher Episode 10: Kimarie Stratos Part Two, The Road From Lawyer to Meditation Teacher Continuing our discussion with Kimarie Stratos, an accomplished attorney, we learn how she became a meditation teacher and how her meditation practice has helped her cope with the demands of life in the legal profession. The song Kimarie uses as part of her morning practice is “Long Time Sun,” by Snatam Kaur. You can hear it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gexkiDmQa9I You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@pe...2019-12-0232 min
Business of DentistryThe Struggle Of Cutting Ties With A PatientI’m coming clean. In this episode, I will discuss some recent patient situations I’ve been in where I didn’t feel I handled myself in the best way possible and how to cut ties when it has to be done. Communication is a key to good chairside manner. Sometimes, those lines of communication break down. It may be a significant other who tries to control the conversation instead of the patient. It may be a conflict in personalities. I’m here to tell you that you are going to run into some patients that you are glad to see go...2019-11-2615 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 9: Kimarie Stratos, The Peaceful Practice Podcast's Legal Voice Episode 9: Kimarie Stratos, The Peaceful Practice Podcast’s Legal Voice This week, we meet Kimarie Stratos, an attorney with over 30 years of experience. Kimarie is also a certified meditation teacher! In the realm of legal practice, she’s done it all; a federal clerkship, private practice, partner in a large firm and corporate in-house. In this week’s episode, Kimarie breaks the code of silence and shares a lot about stress, burnout and coping skills among lawyers. We look forward to her being a regular guest on our podcast. You can reach Alan and Dawn in the...2019-11-2531 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 8: Don’t Compare Your Real Life to Someone’s Fake One Episode 8: Don’t Compare Your Real Life to Someone’s Fake One Alan and Dawn discuss the wonders and the pitfalls of social media and selfie culture. They also talk about the benefits of a gratitude practice. If you want to try one, join the Facebook group or email and Dawn will walk you through it. The blog piece by Josh Austin that Alan references can be found here: http://dentalhacks.com/blog/porn-addiction-its-not-what-youre-thinking You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@pe...2019-11-1832 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 7: What Do You Care? Episode 7: What Do You Care? When caring IS the job, how do you put that away at the end of the day and let patients/clients make their own choices? In this episode, Alan and Dawn discuss the heavy weight of letting patients/clients decide about their own care and not taking those choices personally. We would love to hear your stories and strategies for not taking patient/client choices personally! You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at: podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: ht...2019-11-1131 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 6: Professional Isolation Part 2, Finding Your Community Episode 6: Professional Isolation Part Two, Finding Your Community After discussing briefly why Dawn was feeling uncomfortable releasing the “Must Be Nice” episode, Alan and Dawn dig into why it is so important to find a community where you can be real and how to do that. They discuss and encourage professional people to take what can be a scary leap and find people that can provide the social support we often lack. The meeting they discuss is Voices of Dentistry. You can learn more about it here: https://voicesofdentistry.com/ We would love to hear how...2019-11-0437 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 5: Professional Isolation and Dehumanization, Chapter One: “Must Be Nice!” Episode 5: Professional Isolation and Dehumanization, Chapter One: “Must Be Nice!” In this episode, Dawn and Alan break down some personal experiences of “must be nice.” This episode is part of what will be an ongoing discussion on all of the little things that contribute to the feelings of isolation and dehumanization professionals experience. Every time someone says, “Must be nice” we feel dismissed as human beings and it puts us in a lonely corner. We have to forget the people who say this and find a community of people, even if its fellow professionals, with whom we can have open commu...2019-10-2828 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 4: Can Doctor Take a Sick Day? Episode 4: Can Doctor Take a Sick Day? On the morning of taping, Dawn wakes up sick. This sparks a debate between Dawn and Alan about whether or not professional people can or should take a day off when they are sick. We would love to hear your take on this! You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http://www.pe...2019-10-2131 minThe Peaceful PracticeEpisode 3: Burnout Confession from "S@*t Women With Law Degrees Say" Episode 3: Burnout Confession: Public Post from “Shit Women With Law Degrees Say” In this episode, Alan and Dawn discuss a very profound and relatable public post found on a Facebook page that Dawn follows. All professionals in practice can relate to this story. And all women with law degrees should be following this page! You can find that page here: https://www.facebook.com/shitwomenwithlawdegreessay/ And, check out their website: https://www.swwlds.com/ The technique Dawn presents for slowing down your reactions is called Reaching for SODA and she learned it from her teacher...2019-10-1437 minThe Peaceful PracticeMeet Your Hosts, Part 2: AlanDr. Alan Mead is a dentist, podcaster, dad and recovering addict. The recovering addict part came first and Alan talks about how he became "qualified" to be a co-host of the Peaceful Practice podcast! The Dental Hacks Podcast The Dental Hacks Nation The Alan Mead Experience You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at podcast@peacefulpractice.com Our FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulpracticepodcast Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulnessforprofessionals/ On the web: http...2019-10-0740 minThe Peaceful PracticeMeet Your Hosts, Part One: Dawn Dr. Dawn Kulongowski shares her journey from burnt out practitioner and practice owner to Advanced Deeper Still Certified Master of Wisdom and Meditation Teacher (Dang! That’s a mouthful!). The podcasts Alan and Dawn have done previously on these topics are: Dr. Dawn Kulongowski's Amazing Journey (DHD100) Remembering to Remember with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski (DHD104) Dr. Dawn Kulongowski on Being Honest and Being Human (DHD106) Meditation for Normal People with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski (DHD110) You can reach Alan and Dawn in the following places: Email us at podcast...2019-10-0734 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkIntroducing The Peaceful Practice Podcast with Dr. Dawn Kulongowski (DHD130)Alan is joined by Dr. Dawn Kulongowski for a very exciting announcement! The two of them are launching a new podcast called "The Peaceful Practice Podcast." Alan and Dawn have been friends for over a decade. Both separately and together, they have found ways of coping with the stresses of life in professional practice; sometimes those mechanisms have been healthy, sometimes they have not. The Peaceful Practice Podcast, honestly and with a heavy dose of humor, discusses both the stress and the strategies for dealing with the stress of juggling life, family, and practice management. There is a...2019-10-0215 min
The Peaceful PracticeThe Peaceful Practice Podcast is Coming Soon!Professional burnout can set fire to every aspect of your life. Dr. Dawn Kulongowski and Dr. Alan Mead want to help you put out the flames. If you’re a professional and dealing with burnout, addiction or just want to know you’re not alone...this podcast. Welcome to the Peaceful Practice Podcast. Please subscribe so you won't miss a single episode!2019-09-2504 min
The Very Dental Podcast NetworkThe Evolution of Dental Social Media (DHP252) The world famous Dental Hacks Brain Trust returns! Alan is joined by Dr. Frank Clayton, Dr. Tammy Bailey, Dr. Brent Young and Dr. Dawn Kulongowski to talk about their journey from the early days of DentalTown bulletin boards to the cutting edge of Dental Facebook! It's been an almost 20 year journey for them and it's a pretty entertaining listen! Has the good outweighed the bad? You'll find out in today's Brain Trust! Some links from the show: DentalTown bulletin boards Cosmecore is a dual cured core material from Cosmedent. We use it all t...2019-08-091h 13