Dental Snoozology

Life's stress can take a toll on our health, and I've personally experienced this journey. For years, I battled low thyroid function, adrenal suppression, and the challenges of perimenopause. It impacted my well-being, sleep, and daily life.

What I've learned is that my body's response was a reaction to stress. I lacked tools to manage my energy during CONSTANT challenging times or high-performance demands. They should teach us that in school, college or post graduate school.

Today, I'm sharing my transformation using energy medicine and breathwork. 🌬️ These techniques have been game-changers for me. I am celebrating another reduction in my Thyroid medication 💊
150 mg down to 60mg 💕💕💕

My ultimate goal? To be medication-free. A goal once thought impossible, now seems within reach. Remember, leaning into techniques to manage your energy during constant high-performance demands can be a game-changer for your well-being.

💌 Ready to learn more? Reach out to me for a chat!
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I’m grateful to share this heartfelt testimonial from one of my clients who recently experienced a session with me. I’m honored to be a part of his healing and growth.

✨I am truly blessed to have found Mona at a time in my life where I was focused on personal growth and open to new approaches to nurturing that growth. I had recently come out of a weekend retreat and knew I should seek out someone to explore energy work. The practitioner I found wasn’t available and a week later I met Mona. The universe provides what we need when we need it. We scheduled time for a virtual Zoom session and honestly, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I came to the session with an open mind with the intention of allowing the experience to unfold as it should. During the session I gained crystal clarity about an undefined weight I had been carrying for decades. Now aware, I was able to acknowledge it and release it. There is still work to do but I am now lighter and have a keen awareness of aspects of myself that were hidden for so long. Mona has a rare and true gift for healing and I am eternally thankful for having her in my life.✨

~Ben W.~

✨Navigating Sensory Overload in Crowds🌟

Big spaces and bustling places always made me uncomfortable. Going to Conferences, airports, malls and grocery stores felt overwhelming and triggered anxiety . Sensory overload can affect many of us in crowded settings.

For those who are highly sensitive, busy places can feel like an information avalanche, disrupting your energy. All that data coming into your field with no filtering systems can create havoc in your emotional and mental energy body.

My journey with energy medicine, breath work and shielding techniques have helped me navigate this information overload and find my inner calm. These tools prevent the emotional stimulus from taking over.

For those of you who resonate, here’s a quick tip. Begin your day with meditation, envisioning a protective shield around you. It may take practice, but it's worth the effort.

I just attended this great conference, my first in three years. I did not feel anxious, fatigued or drained an enjoyed my time in the crowd✨💕

If you're curious about how I've achieved this transformation, let's connect. Here's my Calendly link.

https://calendly.com/monapateldmd/lightalchemysession

⏳ Ever been at life’s crossroads, uncertain of your next step? Those moments of doubt and disconnection can be unsettling, but here’s the thing: This void , this uncertainty, is a fundamental part of the human journey.

🔄 Picture life as a continuous cycle—creation, sustainability, deconstruction, and the void.
The void is a place where you don’t have to constantly hustle or fill every moment.

🌌 What if you could harness this void to simply be? To embrace your true self without external pressures. In this sacred void, immense potential for personal growth awaits.

✨ Here’s how:

1. Acknowledge the Space: Recognize that moments of uncertainty and emptiness are part of life’s natural rhythm. Accept that it’s okay to not always have everything figured out.
2. Practice Mindfulness: Engage in mindfulness or meditation to connect with the present moment. Be in Nature. 🌳
3. Explore Creativity: Use this space to engage in creative activities like journaling, writing or art.

Use this time in the void to grow and create something aligned with your true self and your next step forward.

🌱 Reflect, nurture your authentic self, and discover the wisdom to evolve. 🌟

If you need support, let’s chat!

https://calendly.com/monapateldmd/lightalchemysession

Ever heard the saying, ‘The wisdom is in the Being, not in the becoming’? 😄

It’s a gentle reminder to step out of the ‘always busy, must achieve more’ mindset and savor the present moment. Your healing journey isn’t just a to-do list; it’s an experience. So take a break, maybe even giggle a bit, and remember—sometimes the best medicine is simply being present. 🌿

Client's Journey: Perfectionism at Work 🌟

✨Let's take a closer look at my client's story. At work, she felt like she had to do everything on her own, never asking for help. This approach created communication issues and an office culture where the team didn't quite function as a team. They felt she didn't trust their abilities, and this divide kept growing.

🤯This discord at work stemmed from deep-rooted unprocessed perfectionism. She believed that only she could do things "right," and this need for perfection acted as a barrier, causing her to withdraw and not trust her team's abilities fully. This pattern was established in her early years and her protective personality created a story “I have to be perfect to be valued in this world.”

🌪️These problems started spilling into patient communication, affecting their experience, and reducing overall productivity. Our client's energy was low, and she was always on the defensive. Not addressing this unprocessed perfectionism caused her to lose touch with her practice. She didn't feel healthy and began emotionally eating as a way to cope with the overwhelming pressure of being the "perfect" professional.

⚡️✨Healing Light sessions helped her breakthrough this energy block, releasing old stories and patterns related to her unprocessed perfectionism.

The result? She embraced being imperfectly perfect, more in flow and connecting to her team and her patients. The team began to heal, and her renewed energy created a ripple effect that spread throughout the practice. Productivity improved, and she began to enjoy going to her office every day. She even started to take care of herself, eating better and feeling better about herself. 🌟⚡️✨

This is what Energy work and coaching can do – not only help you heal but also address the root causes of your challenges.

“Today, I choose to fill my heart with gratitude and my mind with positivity, knowing that the universe supports my journey.”

🎉I’m celebrating! I have over 800 hours of training and teaching with the Four Winds✨

✨Today I want to share that I’m delving deeper into my spiritual path by embarking on Advanced courses, one of them being the Mesa Carriers Munay Ki course!

Why is Munay Ki so incredible? It’s a gateway to elevated consciousness, opening up your heart and mind, aligning you with universal energies and reminding you of your sacred place in this wondrous web of existence.✨✨

Enormous thanks to Marcela Lobos for the invaluable wisdom she is sharing through this course and her her new book, the Andean Codes 🙏🏼💫.

No matter which spiritual path you may take,may you awaken to the innate beauty within you and the responsibility toward this cherished Gem of Life—our Earth—and to one another 🌍✨.

Wow 🤩 This was a year ago. This memory took me back to that moment and I have to share this with you all💕

My unexpected climb up Machu Picchu, life often presented me with a physical challenge but in reality it was hugely mental for me 🧠

Last year, the call of adventure led me to that breathtaking summit in Peru. With little preparation and physical limitations, I embarked on a journey that pushed me beyond my comfort zone.

My knees and ankles protested every step, reminding me of my Achilles tendon issues. What should have been a 4-hour ascent stretched into 6 as I carefully navigated narrow paths, fearing a misstep that could lead to a fall. Yet, despite the odds, I persevered.

As I reached the top, a moment of stillness enveloped me. Eyes closed, palms open, I connected with the sacred energy of the mountains around me. In that tranquil state, the universe rewarded my determination with a magical surprise. My husband's voice broke the silence with a joyful exclamation, prompting me to open my eyes. There, nestled in my palm, was a small, pristine white feather—a symbol of the magic and resilience that exists within us.

This journey taught me that we are far more capable than we believe. Just as I conquered the heights of Machu Picchu, you too can overcome obstacles that seem insurmountable. Every challenge is an opportunity to tap into your inner strength and embrace the magnificence that resides within you.

So, when life's path gets tough, remember that you possess the power to rise above. Trust in your journey, trust in yourself, and trust in the beauty of your own resilience. 🌟

What if everything that is Challenging you is for your Growth?

I love this quote from Brenee Brown-

“It takes COURAGE to REST and PLAY, in culture where Exhaustion is seen as a status symbol”

Here are 5 actions to ensure you enjoy some rest and play💕

1. 🧘‍♀️Breathe and Release: Find a quiet space, close your eyes, and take deep, intentional breaths. Release any accumulated tension with each exhale, allowing your body and mind to unwind.
2. 🦋Connect with Nature: Spend quality time outdoors, whether it’s a walk in the park, a leisurely hike, or simply basking in the sun’s gentle warmth. Nature’s energy has a profound way of revitalizing our spirits.
3. ✨Mindful Moments: Engage in mindfulness practices, such as meditation or journaling. These practices allow you to be present in the moment, fostering a sense of inner calm and clarity.
4. 🤗Nourish from Within: Treat yourself to nourishing foods that replenish your body’s energy. Opt for vibrant fruits, vegetables, and hydrating beverages that fuel your vitality.
5. 😊Reconnect with Joy: Engage in activities that bring you joy and laughter. Whether it’s spending time with loved ones, indulging in a hobby, or practicing a form of creative expression, joy uplifts your soul.

Remember, dear souls, this Labor Day is a beautiful opportunity to honor your own energy, just as you dedicate yourselves to the well-being of others.

If you are curious on how to reconnect to yourself, let’s chat 💕

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🌿 The Weight of Guilt: A Different Perspective 🌿

Guilt has a peculiar way of sneaking into our lives, especially when we feel we aren’t doing “enough.” Whether you’re in the dental field facing endless appointments or involved in any profession that demands your constant energy, guilt can become a constant companion. You may feel guilty for not working on your practice, your projects, or your well-being.

Here’s a transformative thought: Stepping away is NOT stepping back. When you choose to do something for yourself, whether it’s pursuing a fun activity or simply taking a nap, it’s not a break; it’s a different kind of work. It’s work that nourishes the soul, resets the mind, and rejuvenates the body.

🌀The magic unfolds in the subconscious. Even when you’re resting, your subconscious mind is tirelessly sorting through solutions, making connections, and setting you up for future success. You’re still ‘working’, just in a more subtle, yet incredibly important, manner.

So the next time guilt whispers in your ear, challenging your decision to rest or enjoy, kindly remind yourself that self-care is a form of self-respect, and it’s crucial for long-term success and well-being.

Are you looking for support in navigating these complex emotions while building a resilient, fulfilling professional life? Our 3-month transformation package offers shamanic healing sessions, weekly check-ins, and ongoing spiritual coaching to guide you on this journey.

https://calendly.com/monapateldmd/discovery-call

🌟 Transformative Healing for Leaders Who Feel Overwhelmed 🌟

Are you an empathic business leader who struggles with setting boundaries? Do you find yourself overwhelmed, feeling like you're the only one who can get things done? You're not alone!

Meet Lisa, a dedicated business owner who used to operate from a place of 'fight or flight' stress mode. This took a toll not only on her well-being but also affected her team dynamics. She felt exhausted and started blaming her team for not stepping up.

🌈 How Energy Medicine Can Help 🌈
Through a personalized 3-month transformation package that includes Shamanic healing sessions, weekly check-ins, and spiritual wellness coaching, Lisa was able to break free from her reactive leadership style.

✨ Key Takeaways ✨
1️⃣ Recognized 'fight or flight' patterns in stressful situations.
2️⃣ Gain valuable tools to constructively manage stress.
3️⃣ Shifted perspective to lead from a place of empowerment rather than reactivity.

✨ Transformative Outcomes ✨
🌈Improved team communication-->elevated team performance
🌈Renewed connection to her practice
🌈Rediscovering her passion and creativity

Stop operating in stress mode and become the empowered leader you are meant to be.
Are you ready to make a transformational change in your leadership style and life?

Curious ? DM me or click the link in my bio to learn more.Even better, schedule a curiosity 📱

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✨💇‍♂️Yesterday's trip to the hair salon was more than a makeover – it was a delightful surprise filled with synchronicity. Sure, my hair looks great, but that's just the surface.

In a candid conversation, my stylist revealed how he has to manage his energy, especially being highly sensitive. He spoke about his enlightenment following a near-death experience.

I found myself reflecting on my own journey as a dentist and business owner, sharing not just my story but how my specific program helps empaths like him manage energy and find alignment.

🌱 First, isn't it incredible how the universe orchestrates these connections? It's a beautiful affirmation of our shared human experience.

🌱 Secondly, our conversation reinforced my passion for offering personalized solutions for those wrestling with empathic sensitivity. Whether you're a fellow stylist or a busy dental professional, I know I can create a customized path for you.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed, sensitive to energies around you, or in need of alignment, I'd love to chat. Whether it's through my transformative 3-month journey or sharing insights over a virtual coffee, I'm here to support you:

https://calendly.com/monapateldmd/discovery-call

👇Comment below or drop me a message if you resonate with this story. Your path to alignment might be closer than you think! ✨

🌍 Find Your Calm: A Gentle Transition Back to Work 🌳✨

As we approach a new work week, the anxiety of leaving behind the freedom of the weekend and stepping back into our professional roles can weigh heavily on our minds. This is particularly true for our friends in the dental field and other demanding professions.

But what if we could make that transition smoother, lighter, more aligned with the rhythms of nature?

Imagine starting your morning with a walk outside, or standing in the garden barefoot as you sip your morning beverage. Feeling the reassuring touch of Mother Earth beneath your feet. Picture the sun casting its gentle glow over you.

These simple moments of connection with nature can guide us back to our core, clearing negative feelings and anxieties about the week ahead. It's in these quiet, reflective times that we find our balance and rediscover our ability to face challenges with grace and resilience.

So, as you prepare to embrace the work week, take a moment to connect with the Earth, with yourself, with the endless possibilities of a new beginning. Let go of the stress, breathe in the fresh air, and step forward with confidence and peace.

Wishing you a calm and beautiful transition back to work. You've got this! 🌿🌅🦅

🦷✨ 𝐀 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐒 ✨🦷

Dear Friends in the Dental Community,

I'm reaching out with an open heart, understanding the unique challenges that many of us face in our profession. Burnout, disconnection, stagnancy, and apathy are not just words but lived experiences. 🌱

As I pivot from dental sleep medicine implementation, I feel a calling to support my fellow dental professionals on a deeper level. This journey is about healing, alchemy, and thriving. 🌟

It's a path to:

𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒕 with your passion and purpose.
𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎 feelings of burnout into renewed vitality.
𝑨𝒍𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒛𝒆 your experiences to enrich both your personal lives and professional practices.
I invite you to walk this path through a transformative journey ✨

If this speaks to your heart, please feel free to reach out or click the link in the bio for more details. 💖🌿

The best sleep position for your dental sleep patients is.....

We all know that sleeping on your back is not good for snoring. When treating your patients for Sleep issues, it is super important to look at the positional data in the diagnostic sleep study report.

Need help in understanding what that means?

I am here to help!

First, make sure that the Sleep testing units used by your Sleep MD or yourself have this data.

You will be surprised at what you may discover. For example, my test showed I had experienced fewer apneas when sleeping on my back. My apneas increased when I slept on my right or left.

I spent so much time trying to not sleep on my back before I was tested and diagnosed.

Please look at your Positional Sleep data for your patient. Share with them what they can do and how that will help them with their overall sleep therapy.

An appliance will help, but we can improve outcomes when we pay attention to the details.

Today is the day!
It's time for another Awaken2Sleep Sleep webinar.

I'll be online with dentist across the country speaking about:

- How to Define Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) and screen patients
- Understanding the relationship between TMD and sleep
- How to explore treatment options for patients with TMD
- Identifying appliances that reduce TMD for patients while treating OSA simultaneously
- How to get started managing OSA patients

There may still be a few spots available.
And if you're already signed up, I'll see you this evening!

https://bit.ly/3zswdsn

What's motivating you this Monday?

It's the start of a new week and I'm looking forward to helping more teams get excited about supporting Dental Sleep in their practice.

I'd love to hear what you're conquering or looking forward to this week.

If you’ve ever wondered about the connection between TMD and sleep and you’re worried about doing Dental Sleep Medicine in your practice, join me next Tuesday for a one hour Awaken2 Sleep webinar.

There’s still time to sign up! I hope to see you there.
https://bit.ly/3zswdsn

Thanks for the feedback!

I love empowering teams with practical applications for their sleep program, whether I’m in their office, teaching at an event or online for a virtual training.

Roadblocks in your dental sleep program can often be linked to team confusion or overwhelm.

Most offices struggle with implementing sleep into their everyday protocols. It's hard to take what you've learned at your sleep courses and make it fit your unique practice, patients, and team.

It's why I created Dental Snoozology. To help doctors just like you create a program your team understands and can get behind.

If you're struggling to get started please reach out. You can contact me anytime. I'd love to help!

I found that a lot of patients are tracking their sleep with smartwatches.

A few years ago, I had a patient, that swore she slept well because her Apple watch told her she did. In my mind, I questioned it because I saw her yawn multiple times. She was low energy and she had dark circles under her eyes.

Recently, Apple came out with an announcement they are making changes. “The Apple Watch hasn’t been a great sleep tracker, but Apple is changing that with WatchOS 9.”

Currently, the Apple Watch can really only offer an estimation of the number of hours you’ve slept. The new update will show you precisely how long you were asleep and the time you spent in each stage of sleep.

Part of having a Dental Sleep Medicine program in your office is having a great follow up system and monitoring.

I would definitely look at using these devices to help your patients monitor their sleep and give you objective feedback.

There are many others on the market, such as:
- Fitbit smartwatch
- Fitbit Versa 2 Health
- Letscom Fitness tracker

Reach out to me anytime if you want to find out more about out how to incorporate these tools into your sleep program: bit.ly/3xjtONK

Sometimes, the hardest part about adding Dental Sleep Medicine to your practice is getting started.

The good news is the easiest way to get started is to screen your existing patients on the schedule.

Screening your patients will help you build an internal dental sleep medicine program, put in place a team work flow, fine tune your clinical work flow.

You can combine restorative dentistry with dental sleep medicine.

I often hear that screening in hygiene is not effective for a few reasons:
- it takes too long, and too much to document
- my hygienist is uncomfortable because it is not dentistry
- patients don’t understand why the dental office is asking
about their sleep

I love taking these challenges and zapping them with my light saber. Yes, I am a Star Wars fan!!

Screening in your practice can be as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Team training, patient communication, and confidence are key!

Start today and see what can happen.

And don’t forget, I’m here to help. Schedule a call with me today if you’d like to chat about how to do this in your practice: bit.ly/3xjtONK

I'm going LIVE for an Awaken2Sleep course this morning with dentists from across the country who are ready to level up their Dental Sleep program. bit.ly/38XQhrF

We fill up fast! And if you miss this one, don't worry.

I'll be giving another Dental Sleep Medicine virtual event soon!

I'm giving a live Awaken2Sleep virtual Dental Sleep Medicine training TOMORROW -
Clinical Foundation of Dental Sleep Medicine.

There's still time to register for this virtual event.

I'll take you through:
- How to treat a TMD patient
- Selecting the right appliance
- Step by step clinical and physician follow up protocol
- Setting up a physician referral network
- Managing side effects of appliance therapy
and so much more!

I hope to see you there!
https://bit.ly/38XQhrF