Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s office thinking, “They didn’t hear me”? You’re not alone.
In this special minisode, Karen Dwyer shares the 10 most powerful lessons from her conversation with Dr Kelly Blodgett - insights that reveal why the healthcare system leaves so many of us feeling powerless, and the practical steps you can take to advocate for your own healing.
From why language matters more than we realise, to how hope itself becomes medicine, these takeaways will completely reframe the way you approach your next appointment.Key Takeaways 💡
📝 Your story is data - keep notes before appointments so nothing gets missed.
🗣 Words create power - “options” open you up, “needs” shut you down.
❤️ Feelings are real data too - shame, fear, or anxiety are signals, not flaws.
⏳ Time is medicine - healing can’t happen in rushed 10-minute slots.
👂 Listening reveals the diagnosis - your patterns matter more than any rushed exam.
🌱 Wholeness is the goal - not just symptom management.
🧬 Biology matters - what’s “standard” might not be right for you.
🤝 Partnership beats hierarchy - best outcomes come when doctors and patients decide together.
🧠 The future must balance science and humanity - empathy + evidence in equal measure.
✨ Hope isn’t fluffy - it’s biochemical rocket fuel for healing.
Resources & Links Mentioned:
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🔗 IAOMT - Find a SMART Certified Dentist
Connect With Dr Kelly Blodgett:
💬Dr Kelly Blodgett’s new book: Feel Whole Again
🌐 Website: Blodgett Dental Care
💌 Instagram: Dr. Kelly Blodgett on Instagram
Connect With Karen Dwyer:
🌐 Talk with our nurse and get support with your MS health goals here
💬 Join the Free Facebook Group: Karen Dwyer Wellness Accelerator
⏱️ Discover Your 5 Key Health Pillars in Under 3 Minutes: www.karendwyer.com
📸 Instagram: @iamkarendwyer
👍Facebook: Karen Dwyer
💼 LinkedIn: Karen Dwyer
🎥 Karen Dwyer TEDx Talk here
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