Yoga for Dentists

Josie Dovidio, DDS

Yoga for Dentists helps busy dentists enjoy life in dentistry without sacrificing their bodies and minds. Hosted by Dr. Josie Dovidio, dentist since 1997 and certified wellness consultant, this show shares Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques and explores the Dimensions of Wellness for stress relief, resilience, and fulfillment. Learn mindset tools, guided practices, and expert insights to create balance, longevity, and joy in your career and life. Are you burned out? Find out in 2 minutes with my free Burnout Quiz for Dentists: https://yogafordentists.net/bquiz

  1. 5d ago

    #69 The Perfectionism Tax: What It's Really Costing Dentists

    Dentists often celebrate perfectionism. But what if it's quietly stealing your confidence, increasing your stress, and making it harder to enjoy the career you've worked so hard to build?In this episode, I explore the hidden cost of perfectionism, why waiting until you feel "ready" keeps so many dentists stuck, and one mindset shift that can change the way you approach mistakes, growth, and success.If you've ever felt like nothing you do is quite enough, this conversation is for you. For a visual experience, check out this episode on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Y⁠oga for Dentists YouTube Channel⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎁 Free ResourceDiscover the hidden patterns that may be creating unnecessary stress in your life and practice.5 Invisible Patterns Quietly Running Your Practice👉 https://crownofwellness.com/patterns🎧 New here?I mention my own burnout journey in this episode. If you'd like to hear the full story of how burnout changed the course of my career, you can watch it here:👉 https://www.crownofwellness.com/enjoy...👑 Ready to go deeper?Learn more about the Crown of Wellness Primer for women dentists:👉 https://crownofwellness.com/primer Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @yogafordentists Email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠josie@yogafordentists.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much!

    9 min
  2. Jan 30

    #67 Guided Meditation for When Boundaries Feel Hard

    When boundaries feel hard, it’s often not because you don’t understand them — it’s because resistance shows up quietly. For many dentists, that resistance looks like overgiving, pushing through fatigue, or second-guessing yourself long after the day is done. In this short guided meditation, I’ll help you: Notice resistance with compassionTune into your body instead of pushing past itExperience boundaries as clarity, not conflictThis practice isn’t about fixing yourself or forcing change.It’s about listening — honestly and without judgment. You’re in control of your experience. Engage as much or as little as feels right. Get The 8 Must-Have Boundaries Every Dentist Needs for Sustainable Success here for FREE: yogafordentistst.net/boundarieschecklist Get the Boundaries for Dentists self-paced digital course here: https://www.crownofwellness.com/boundaries For a visual experience, check out this episode on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Y⁠oga for Dentists YouTube Channel⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @yogafordentists Email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠josie@yogafordentists.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How to Enjoy Life in Dentistry without Sacrificing Your Body and Mind: click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crownofwellness.com/enjoydentistrywebinar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much!

    8 min
  3. 10/28/2025

    #65 How to Navigate Holiday Stress Like a Yogi-Dentist

    The holidays can turn even the calmest dentist into a stress ball wrapped in tinsel. Between packed schedules, patient emergencies, and family expectations, it’s easy to lose your peace and your presence. In this episode, Dr. Dovidio, dentist, yoga teacher, and wellness consultant, shares practical ways to regulate your nervous system, protect your energy, and find ease in the holiday hustle. You’ll learn: How to use mindfulness to calm stress in real timeSimple “micro-shifts” that create more peace and presence in your dayWhy joy and boundaries are the secret to sustainable success — in and out of the operatory Dr. Dovidio also shares two tools for dentists who want to end the year with clarity and start 2026 with calm confidence: A Yogi’s Guide to Surviving Holiday Stress (for Dentists) — grounding practices to reset your nervous system. Get it here: https://yogafordentists.net/holiday Mindfully Master Your Year Workshop — design goals aligned with your nervous system, not against it. Sign up here: https://yogafordentists.net/mmyy If you’re ready to trade burnout for balance and finish the year with more ease, this episode is your gentle reset. For a visual experience, check out this episode on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Y⁠oga for Dentists YouTube Channel⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @yogafordentists Email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠josie@yogafordentists.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How to Enjoy Life in Dentistry without Sacrificing Your Body and Mind: click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crownofwellness.com/enjoydentistrywebinar⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much!

    5 min
  4. 09/26/2025

    #64 FFS (And We Don't Mean Fee for Service) with Dr. Stephanie Mapp

    Are you a dentist feeling stressed by dental insurance, PPO contracts, and hidden money leaks in your practice? In this episode, I interview Dr. Stephanie Mapp of Mappyourpractice.com, where she provides Dental Insurance Solutions that help dentists earn thousands more per year—without adding a single procedure or piece of equipment.We uncover the most common mistakes dentists make that add unnecessary stress and eat away at profits. As practicing dentists who now coach and consult, Stephanie and I share real-world stories of what we’ve seen behind the scenes and how you can avoid the same pitfalls in your own dental practice. 👉 Free Resource: 7 Powerful Prompts to Transform Your Financial Futurehttps://yogafordentists.net/fwprompts... 👉 Stay in the Loop: Join the mailing list to be first to know when the next Elevating Your Financial Future Workshop launches.https://www.crownofwellness.com/opt-in If you’re ready to earn more, stress less, and create a sustainable dental career, hit play now. And don’t forget to subscribe for more strategies on dentist wellness, leadership, and financial success. For a visual experience, check out this episode on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Y⁠oga for Dentists YouTube Channel⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @yogafordentists Email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠josie@yogafordentists.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How to Enjoy Life in Dentistry without Sacrificing Your Body and Mind: click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crownofwellness.com/enjoydentistrywebinar⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much!

    35 min
  5. 09/04/2025

    #63 Guided Meditation: Posture Reset Meditation for Dentists

    This guided meditation for dentists and dental professionals is designed to improve posture, relieve neck and back pain, and reduce stress from long hours in the operatory. Dentistry takes a serious toll on the body—leaning over patients day after day often leads to tension, discomfort, and fatigue in the neck, shoulders, and spine. This Posture Reset Meditation for Dentists will help you release that strain, reconnect with your body, and cultivate calm focus and presence. It’s a simple practice you can return to daily to support better posture awareness, mindful breathing, and overall wellness in dentistry. Whether you’ve been treating patients all day or just need a mindful pause, this short guided meditation will help you reset your posture, restore balance, and recharge your energy—so you can feel grounded both at work and at home. Explore the Mindful Leadership for Dentists course here: https://yogafordentists.net/mlfull For a visual experience, check out this episode on the ⁠⁠⁠Y⁠oga for Dentists YouTube Channel.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hang out with like-minded dental professionals on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ @yogafordentists Email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠josie@yogafordentists.net⁠⁠⁠⁠ How to Enjoy Life in Dentistry without Sacrificing Your Body and Mind: click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crownofwellness.com/enjoydentistrywebinar⁠⁠⁠ Get Monthly Wellness Tips Curated for Dentists by clicking ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crownofwellness.com/optin⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to give Yoga for Dentists a 5-star rating or leave a review! Thank you so much!

    6 min
5
out of 5
5 Ratings

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Yoga for Dentists helps busy dentists enjoy life in dentistry without sacrificing their bodies and minds. Hosted by Dr. Josie Dovidio, dentist since 1997 and certified wellness consultant, this show shares Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques and explores the Dimensions of Wellness for stress relief, resilience, and fulfillment. Learn mindset tools, guided practices, and expert insights to create balance, longevity, and joy in your career and life. Are you burned out? Find out in 2 minutes with my free Burnout Quiz for Dentists: https://yogafordentists.net/bquiz