In this episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy is joined by Dr. Eric Block, Co-founder of the International Academy of Dental Life Coaches, or IADLC.com, to discuss how dental professionals can achieve a stress-free life with the help of a life coach. They delve into the pressures and stresses commonly experienced by dental professionals and emphasize the importance of seeking help before hitting rock bottom. Dr. Block shares his insights on the significance of finding a life coach with experience in the dental industry, as this can help one feel seen, heard, and understood. They also touch on Dr. Block's upcoming book, as well as the All-inclusive personal development retreat called Roses and Thorns.  It will be in Chicago, on May 18-20, 2023, at the Eaglewood Resort at www.dentalgrowthcon.com.   

Dr. Eric Block is a full-time practicing dentist in Acton, Massachusetts, husband, and father of two kids. He graduated from the Nova Southeastern College of Dental Medicine in 2002 and then completed a 2-year Implantology Residency at Boston University in 2004.   

He is the Co-founder of the International Academy of Dental Life Coaches or IADLC.com.  This organization is dedicated to supporting dental professionals and their well-being through the help of life coaches.

He is the Chairman of the Health and Wellness Committee for the Massachusetts Dental Society and a member of the American Dental Association and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Learn more about Dr. Block:

Dr. Eric Block DMD, CAGS, FICOI, FICD, FAADS
He can be reached at [email protected] and check out www.TheStressFreeDentist.com  for Dr. Block’s upcoming events.
www.DealsforDentists.com
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-block-dmd-cags-ficoi-16602a15/
https://www.instagram.com/thestressfreedentist/
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Show notes:
[2:38] Shifting perspective from working only on mouths to helping dental professionals
[5:01] The difference in the practice before and after getting support
[7:40] The impact on his personal life
[9:36] Identifying what he needed at the end of the day and sharing it with his spouse
[11:20] Giving ourselves credit and compassion for all that we do
[14:00] Join The Radical Happiness For Practitioners Program to rediscover happiness within your profession and life. Check out https://www.thebizofhappiness.com/radicalhappiness
[15:10] Why is there so much burnout and overwhelm in the profession?
[19:24] Coaches with various experiences in the dental industry
[21:16] Finding the time to work with a coach
[23:16] Do you have to hit rock bottom before asking for help? 
[25:20] The Roses and Thorns conference this month
[27:45] His book "The Stress-Free Entrepreneur"
[31:15] His definition of success
[32:35] Outro