Are you making life more complicated than it needs to be? In this episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy explores why high-achieving women, moms, mom dentists, & mom business owners often wear struggle like a badge of honor—and how that mindset might hold you back. She shares personal stories of overcomplicating work, events, and even vacations, revealing the hidden cost of perfectionism and self-imposed pressure. Discover simple shifts that can help you reduce stress, make better decisions, and create more joy in your life and business. Plus, learn about the Empower Her Retreat, designed for women in dentistry who want to embrace ease while still achieving big things.
Show notes:
(2:52) A Christmas marketplace lesson
(4:56) Perfectionism and over-efforting
(7:46) How making things hard backfires
(9:39) Intentional ease: Putting self-care first
(12:35) Speaking to yourself with kindness
(15:05) Making big goals easier: Layered support systems
(17:41) Shifting your language, shifting your energy
(20:01) The Empower HER Retreat and learning ease
(23:26) Outro
Learn more about:
Empower HER Retreat for Women Dentists - Happening this April 10 -13, 2025
http://empowerherretreat.org
Get in touch with Dr. MacCarthy:
Email: tarryn@drtarrynmaccarthy.com
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