{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/627c1737d88c230018d5bdf4/65b86e779896d500178ce0b5?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Unlocking Wellness","description":"<h1><strong>Unlocking Wellness: </strong></h1><h1><strong>Dr. Laura Collatz's Journey from Burnout to Laughter Yoga</strong></h1><p><br></p><p>Welcome to \"The&nbsp;Mint Door - Behind the Mask\" Podcast, where we uncover dental professionals' hidden struggles and triumphs. This episode features a remarkable journey of resilience and transformation with our guest, Dr. Laura Collatz.</p><p>As a seasoned&nbsp;dental hygienist since 1991, and later a dentist and practice owner, Dr. Collatz has navigated the demanding world of dentistry for over three decades. But behind her success lay a battle with Complex PTSD, where the stress of her profession left her body in a constant state of fight or flight.</p><p>In this eye-opening&nbsp;episode, Dr. Collatz shares her personal story: from performing deep breathing exercises in her parking lot to confronting a health crisis that halted her career. But it's not just a story of struggle; it's a tale of rediscovery and empowerment.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover how a&nbsp;combination of dedicated medical professionals, voracious reading in self-help and positive psychology, and an incredible personal journey led Dr. Collatz to manage her stress and understand the immense power of the mind.</p><p><br></p><p>Highlighting her transformation,&nbsp;Dr. Collatz delves into her experience as a certified laughter yoga instructor. Learn how this unique practice helped her, and how she now guides others in the dental profession to embrace laughter and happiness as a tool for well-being.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as&nbsp;Dr. Collatz imparts valuable lessons on listening to our bodies, acknowledging our feelings, and the importance of self-care in high-stress professions. It's more than a podcast episode; it's a masterclass in turning adversity into strength.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Find out more&nbsp;about Dr. Laura Collatz:</strong></p><p><a href=\"http://laughterfairy.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">laughterfairy.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"mailto:collatzdds@gmail.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">collatzdds@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href=\"mailto:collatzdds@gmail.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">collatzdds@gmail.com</a>@laughterfairy</p><p><strong>…</strong></p><p>We a-DOOR-e our&nbsp;listeners! Find out more about The Mint Door:</p><p><img src=\"https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/15.0/1f310/72.png\"><a href=\"http://www.themintdoor.net/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.themintdoor.net</a></p><p>Connect with us&nbsp;personally on LinkedIn&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mint-door\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mint-door</a></p><p>...</p><p>If you liked&nbsp;this Podcast, you'll love&nbsp;<strong>'Refresh'&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Rediscover Joy, Embrace&nbsp;Growth, and Flourish in Your Practice with&nbsp;<strong><em>'Refresh.'</em></strong></p><p><img src=\"https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/15.0/1f449/72.png\">&nbsp;Transform Your Professional&nbsp;Journey!&nbsp;</p><p><a href=\"https://www.themintdoor.net/refresh\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.themintdoor.net/refresh</a></p>","author_name":"Drs Karen Tindall & Laura Schwindt"}