Dr. Josie Dovidio, Host of Josieology Podcast, Makes a Choice

Dr. Josie Dovidio became the host of Josieology Podcast after deciding to take a sabbatical from her 22 year career in clinical dentistry. Accustomed to caring for thousands of patients over her long career, she realized that her own health was starting to suffer as a result of inadequate self care and undefined boundaries. Her mission now, through her podcast and social media outlets, is to give people permission to pivot out of situations that no longer serve them and be empowered to make tough decisions that will aid in longevity and wellness. She believes that mindset, as well as being in tune with the physical body, is the true recipe for success. You can find her podcast here.In this episode, Josie and I talk about:Why she became a dentist.Why she decided to go on sabbatical.If she has any regrets about becoming a dentist and owning her own practice.If there is a way to have real work life balance.How she views self-care.Why she went into podcasting.What she loves about podcasting.And more…The Mindful MinuteAn active take on a meditation. It’s good for the monkey mind!Find a comfortable and quiet place to sit, preferably at your desk or a table. Place a pen and a pad of paper on the table in front of you. To do this exercise you will close your eyes, breathe, and each time you have a thought, open your eyes and write it down. Close your eyes again. Let’s do this for one minute. When you hear my voice, open your eyes. Observe what you wrote without judgment. Try repeating this exercise on a regular basis to notice your thought patterns, to practice self-compassion, and to celebrate taking time for yourself.