The Healing Journey: Episode 1 - Healing From Food

In the inaugural episode of 'The Healing Journey,' host Dr. Kate Oland, introduces herself and discusses her initial inspiration for starting the podcast. She talks about her background as a holistic physical therapist and a university anatomy and physiology instructor, explaining her deep interest in myofascial release and holistic healing. Dr. Oland also shares personal insights into her journey of healing from an eating disorder, the role of faith in her healing process, and the importance of self-acceptance. The episode features an in-depth conversation with Dr. Ben Hite, her dentist and a private practice owner, who contrasts the differences between corporate and private dental practices. They discuss the importance of personalized care, the evolving nature of the dental industry, and the benefits of innovative dental techniques such as sedation and implant technology for patients with dental anxiety. This episode offers listeners a comprehensive look at various dimensions of healing and dental wellness, aiming to foster a more unified and empathetic approach to health.

00:00 Introduction to The Healing Journey

00:31 Inspiration Behind the Podcast

02:21 Mission and Scope of The Healing Journey

03:02 Personal Healing Journey

04:42 Defining Healing

05:34 Healing the Inner Child

07:04 Faith and Healing

10:13 Music as a Form of Healing

11:25 Healing from Food

21:46 Interview with Dr. Ben Heit

33:29 Building a Strong Team Culture

33:50 Transitioning to Private Practice

34:40 Challenges of Running a Smaller Practice

35:12 The Importance of Office Design

37:46 Investing in Education and Technology

42:59 The Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

44:51 Full Arch Implants Explained

48:06 Corporate vs. Private Practice

52:44 The Future of Private Practice Dentistry

54:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Media mentioned in podcast:

Reviving Ophelia (book) by Mary Pipher

The Omnivores Dilemma (book) by Michael Pollan

The A&P Professor (podcast) Hosted by Dr. Kevin Patton: https://theapprofessor.org/podcast-episode-152.html

Resources for Eating Disorders:

There are several reputable public resources for individuals dealing with an eating disorder, including hotlines, support groups, and educational materials. Here are some options:

National & International Organizations:

• National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) – nationaleatingdisorders.org
• Eating Disorders Hope – eatingdisorderhope.com
• National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) – anad.org
• F.E.A.S.T (Families Empowered and Supporting Treatment of Eating Disorders) – feast-ed.org

Crisis Support & Hotlines:

• Crisis Text Line – Text "NEDA" to 741741 (for 24/7 crisis support).
• SAMHSA’s National Helpline – Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for confidential referrals and treatment options.
• Butterfly Foundation (Australia) – butterfly.org.au | Call 1800 33 4673 (for Australians).

Online Support Groups & Forums:

• NEDA Online Support Groups – Support Groups
• Reddit’s r/EatingDisorders – A peer-support community. (Note: Not a replacement for professional help.)
• Recovery Record App – A mobile app for tracking recovery and connecting with therapists.

Musical Intro (Comfort) and Outro (Red Punch, Green Punch) by Carbon Leaf

Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

Executive Producer: Jake Sebok