What's Happening Behind the Scenes: A Life Update from Ashley and Collin

Ashley and Collin skip the business talk for a catch-up on what life has looked like behind the podcast lately, from Ashley's return to full-time dentistry to the habits both of them are using to find balance after long days at the office.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

Back at Smile & Co.
Ashley is working four days a week after 10 months away, catching up on the schedule, and feeling it in her back and neck. Why she doesn't want TMO to get her leftovers, and why she thinks so many practice owners feel the same.

A Heavy Few Months
Collin shares what the summer was like, why September felt like waiting for the next shoe to drop, and what it did to her routines. Both hosts talk about why community matters and why you should reach out even when it feels like bothering someone.

Tracking, Walking, and Being Kind to Your Body
Ashley is logging her food again after nine months off, has stepped back from the marathon so Brian can run it for himself, and is in what she calls her walking era. Collin shares what has worked for her, including lower-intensity walks and hikes.

Wind-Down Routines and Phone Boundaries
Ashley's evening routine, including a dark bathroom, candles, and Kindle quiet time with the whole family. A 15-minute daily social media timer, notifications turned off after work, and why Collin ditched her Apple Watch and took off her Oura Ring.

Working From Home vs. the Office
How Collin structures her days when she's not in the office, why she gets more deep work done at home, and why she still loves being around the team.

What's Next
Part two of the communication series is coming next week, and Ashley's Dentist Money Summit talk is releasing tomorrow.

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