Join Sarah Harding and Erin Sheffield as they celebrate over a year of recording together, sharing personal stories, impressions, and growth. This episode offers an authentic behind-the-scenes look at their friendship, insights into their personalities, and reflections on their professional journeys. Perfect for anyone curious about the human side of these talented professionals.

• The origins of their podcasting journey and how their collaboration evolved
• First impressions of each other from a social and personal perspective
• How shared experiences, like retreats and social events, deepened their connection
• Surprising truths about each other's personalities and values
• The importance of authenticity and living true to oneself in both personal and professional spaces
• Managing perceptions and stereotypes within the dental and medical communities
• The significance of embracing different life phases and redefining success
• The humorous habits that highlight their friendly dynamic
• The future aspirations: balancing clinical skills with community involvement and policy activism
• Reflections on professional identity, dual degrees, and shifting priorities amid societal expectations

00:00 - Introduction and overview of their journey together 01:09 - How they decided to co-host the podcast and their initial impressions 02:42 - Reflections on their first meeting at a women's dinner in San Diego 03:40 - The impact of personal beliefs and values, including astrology and the universe 05:12 - Surprising strengths and personality traits they underestimated in each other 06:38 - Challenges to stereotypes about LDS faith and women in medicine 08:49 - Comparing their authenticity and professional identities 10:26 - Honest insights about supporting friends and being straightforward 12:36 - How perceptions of their career paths change over time 14:10 - The importance of living in alignment with one's true self 16:22 - How they navigate their busy lives and manage expectations 18:46 - Balancing clinical practice and community service as professionals 20:37 - Embracing change, shifting priorities, and redefining success 22:18 - Their thoughts on community involvement and local impact 23:37 - Navigating professional politics and advocating for their specialty 27:23 - Reflections on training, specialization, and future directions 29:55 - Personal quirks, habits, and the humorous side of friendship 32:26 - Their roles on the podcast: the heart and the organizer 34:10 - Ideas for future episodes, addressing misconceptions, and storytelling 39:58 - The importance of recognition, respect, and breaking down barriers in medicine and dentistry 43:43 - The evolving landscape of education, training, and career flexibility 47:36 - Personal achievements, licensing milestones, and their bond as "one" 50:11 - Final thoughts and gratitude for listeners' support

• Sarah Harding, DMD
• Erin Sheffield, DDS, MS
• Shonda Rhimes' "The Year of Yes"
• Virgin River Series
• Astrology & Astronomy Insights

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Navigating Grief: Understanding the Emotional Journey and Practical Strategies for Healing

In this insightful episode, mental health experts Lori Mulady Burdick and Dr. Desiree Walker explore the complex landscape of grief — from pre-loss anticipatory grief to long-term healing. Learn how to support yourself and loved ones through this profound process with tangible tools and compassionate understanding.

• Lori introduces the grief ICU model, emphasizing physical stages: shock, disorganization, reorganization
• The importance of patience and self-compassion during Year 2, which can be more challenging than Year 1
• How societal misunderstandings and avoidance complicate grief, including the culture's failure to teach healthy mourning
• The significance of naming emotions, understanding transient feelings, and avoiding toxic positivity
• Practical advice on creating safe spaces, safe people, and the value of holding space for others without judgment
• The role of legacy work, storytelling, and rituals (e.g., memory books, red tents) in maintaining connection with loved ones
• Strategies for managing immediate post-loss moments: offering presence over advice or tasks
• Recognizing and validating relief, guilt, and other complex feelings that surface during grief
• How physical health and routines (exercise, hydration, rest) influence emotional resilience
• The importance of community, faith, and professional support in the healing journey
• The "three safe people" concept for emotional safety and how to identify Jenny-down-the-block comments
• The metaphor of the caterpillar-butterfly process to illustrate grief's stages of transformation
• Practical tools: journaling, anchoring in the present, and reducing control tendencies to flow with grief
• The value of vulnerability, curiosity, and asking meaningful questions while supporting others

• (00:00) Understanding the grief ICU model and physical stages
• (04:00) Year two as a pivotal, often more difficult phase
• (07:30) The cultural missteps that hinder proper grief processing
• (11:00) Managing emotions: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
• (17:00) Nature as a teacher: the caterpillar to butterfly analogy
• (23:00) How to support someone—avoiding the Jenny-down-the-block pitfalls
• (28:00) Responding to immediate grief: offering presence, not tasks
• (33:00) Legacy work and storytelling to keep loved ones alive
• (40:00) Addressing relief and guilt – complex but natural feelings
• (50:00) Self-awareness for Type A personalities: relinquishing control
• (58:00) Practical tools for emotional regulation: journaling, voice, community
• (67:00) Building a culture of compassion and vulnerability to support grief
• (68:00) Final thoughts: living gently, trusting the process, and community healing

• Final Gifts: Understanding the Natural Death by hospice nurses Patricia Kelley and Melanie Blue
• Writing Down Your Soul by Janet Conner
• Miraval Wellness Retreats
• The Red Tent by Anita Diamant
• Circle Groups for Grief Support

• Lori Mulady Burdick - LinkedIn
• Dr. Desiree Walker - Instagram

This episode emphasizes gentle, compassionate approaches to grief and highlights the importance of community, rituals, and honoring emotional truths without judgment. Whether facing immediate loss or long-term healing, these insights aim to empower listeners to navigate the storm with grace.

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This episode dives into the nuanced communication and common pitfalls between referring doctors, specialists, and dental teams. Erin Sheffield and Sarah Harding share their perspectives on improving collaboration to enhance patient care.

KEY TOPICS:

• The disconnect in referral communications, including x-ray sharing issues and unclear documentation
• The overuse and risks of antibiotics in dentistry, emphasizing evidence-based practices
• The importance of relationship-building through informal gestures like shared notes and honest discussions
• Managing patient expectations and anxiety over diagnoses like impacted roots or cysts
• Strategies for effective interprofessional communication to reduce errors and enhance treatment planning
• The impact of administrative hurdles, such as inconsistent terminology and incomplete records
• The value of transparency, confidence, and trust in the dentist-specialist relationship
• Addressing the misconception that dental procedures should be rushed or dictated without proper collaboration

This episode emphasizes that open, honest, and detail-oriented communication is essential to reducing errors, building trust, and providing the best patient outcomes.

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In this episode, Dr. Sarah Harding and Dr. Erin Sheffield unpack the complexities of social media culture, sharing candid insights on viral trends, mental load, weaponized incompetence, cancel culture and the impact of online persona versus authenticity.

Whether you're a healthcare professional or just an active social media user, this conversation offers practical perspectives on navigating the digital world effectively and ethically.

KEY TOPICS

• The influence of viral trends and how they shape perceptions over time
• The importance of authenticity amid social media performativity
• The impact of social media on mental health and personal relationships
• Insights on weaponized incompetence and sharing domestic responsibilities
• The nuanced discussion surrounding cancel culture and accountability
• The role of social media in medical influence and reputation management
• Boundary setting and authenticity in digital content creation
• Balancing gratitude with acknowledgment of challenges in professional and personal life
• Opinions on Olympic athlete Lindsey Vonn's injury and decision-making under pressure
• The implications of social media algorithms on perceptions and misconceptions

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Join us for a compelling episode featuring Dr. Lindsay Pfeffer, an orthodontist who shares her inspiring journey from cancer research to running a busy practice in San Diego. Lindsay discusses innovative airway treatments, her dedication to community service via free clinics and a harrowing experience with a rattlesnake bite that nearly cost her son's life. This episode emphasizes the importance of advocacy, proactive care and community education in healthcare.

• Lindsay shares her background: from Pennsylvania to California, and her evolution in dentistry and orthodontics.
• Insights on airway development, expansion, and when to intervene in pediatric orthodontics.
• The misconception about multiple sets of braces and how phase one treatment can prevent future problems.
• The realities of snakebites: emergency protocols, antivenom costs, and access to care issues.
• Lindsay's personal story of her son's rattlesnake encounter, urgent care, and ongoing recovery.
• Advocacy for better awareness and access to antivenom for snakebite victims.
• The mental and emotional toll of medical emergencies and how healthcare providers can better support their patients and families.

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Join us as Dr. Leslie Bonar shares her inspiring journey from military service to a thriving dental career, highlighting lessons learned, challenges faced, and the importance of resilience and community. This insightful conversation offers practical advice for healthcare professionals, military veterans, and anyone interested in personal development.

Key Topics Covered:

• Dr. Leslie Bonar's military experience, including her deployment during Desert Storm and life aboard a Navy ship
• The unique skills gained from military service that translate into private practice
• Leadership, teamwork, and resilience in both military and civilian life
• Navigating the transition from military to civilian dentistry, including managing practice ownership
• Overcoming fear and embracing opportunities through a "yes" mindset
• Advice on leveraging military scholarships and benefits for dental education

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Most doctors dream of freedom, imagine traveling, taking time off, and jumping into new adventures whenever you want.

Join us on this episode as we dive into the fascinating world of locum tenens, travel medicine, and mountain adventures, featuring Dr. Genevieve Jacobs, a PM&R physician and avid explorer currently training for Mount Everest base camp. Discover how flexible medical careers can support big dreams, and get insider tips on navigating locum work, licensure, and negotiating like a pro.

Meet a true nomad in medicine who's traveled from Baltimore to the mountains of Montana, using locum tenens to break free from the traditional 9-to-5 grind. Genevieve discusses building her consulting business, helping doctors leverage locum work for travel and entrepreneurial pursuits, and how to negotiate everything from housing to overtime pay. She demystifies the inner workings of locum agencies, the power of networking, and how to maximize your earning potential while avoiding common pitfalls like undervaluing your worth.

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Most women in dentistry and oral surgery don't realize how much a supportive community can transform their career and their life. Dr. Sumi Yalamanchilli reveals how stepping back from hustle culture, embracing vulnerability, and aligning your practice with your true self can create more fulfillment, freedom, and impact. In this heartfelt episode, Sumi shares her unconventional journey balancing a busy private practice, motherhood, and personal growth, showing that success doesn't have to mean sacrificing your mental health or family. Discover how letting go of perfection, shedding armor built from years of pressure, and trusting your community can lead you to an authentic, empowered life.

This episode is perfect for dental professionals, women in medicine, and anyone feeling caught in the hustle but craving authenticity and balance. If you're ready to shed the armor, cultivate confidence, and live true to yourself, this conversation will inspire you to trust your instincts and your community to create the life you love.

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In this episode, Dr. Erin Sheffield and Dr. Sarah Harding discuss the challenges and emotional toll of board exams in the dental and oral surgery fields. They share personal experiences, study strategies, and the systemic issues surrounding board certification, including the pressures of patient dynamics and the need for diversity in leadership roles within the profession.

Takeaways

• Board exams are often seen as a professional hazing ritual.
• The process of finding patients for board exams can be stressful and ethically questionable.
• Many students experience burnout during board preparation.
• The oral surgery boards have different requirements compared to other specialties.
• The emotional toll of board exams can linger long after completion.
• Confidence plays a crucial role in performing well on board exams.
• Study groups and collaboration can enhance understanding and retention of material.
• The board certification process can feel like a money grab rather than a true measure of competency.
• Diversity and inclusion in leadership roles are essential for the future of the profession.
• The evolving nature of board recertification is a positive change for practitioners.

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In this episode of the Resting Stitch Face podcast, hosts Sarah Harding and Erin Sheffield discuss Erin's recent experience traveling to Africa for a medical mission with The Luke Commission. They share insights on dealing with jet lag, the challenges of providing healthcare in a rural setting, and the innovative solutions being implemented to improve patient care.

The conversation highlights the importance of adaptability in medical missions, the cultural dynamics of healthcare, and the personal growth that comes from such experiences. They reflect on the need for dental teams, the cultural differences in happiness, and the significance of prayer in surgery. The conversation also touches on the future of mission trips and the innovations in medical response, emphasizing the importance of building sustainable healthcare solutions.

Takeaways

• Traveling for medical missions presents unique challenges and rewards.
• The Luke Commission is making significant strides in healthcare delivery in Swaziland.
• Cultural understanding is crucial in providing effective patient care.
• Healthcare professionals often have to adapt to limited resources in rural settings.
• The importance of teamwork and communication in medical missions cannot be overstated.
• Patient care should always be the primary focus, even in challenging environments.
• The dental program in Swaziland aims to address gaps in healthcare access.
• Personal experiences in medical missions can lead to profound professional and personal growth.

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