On today’s episode, Dr. Don speaks with Dr. Peter Kevorkian for the third time on the podcast. A lot has changed since Dr. Kevorkian last visited the show. This time, he’ll dissect the effects of the pandemic and talk about how we can transition out of it in a healthy way.
Over the last few years, many things have changed for practitioners and patients. How do you navigate the changes personally and professionally? And more importantly, how do you make the needed transitions to continue?
 
Key Takeaways:
What it’s been like as practitioners transition out of the pandemic. [01:28]
3 things that have got Peter through the pandemic. [02:45]
How the trauma of COVID-19 has affected everyone. [03:30]
Why adaptation is necessary and a sign of good mental health. [04:25]
Understanding that cultural norms may be flawed. [06:00]
How the pandemic has drastically affected peoples’ physiology and nervous system. [07:00]
Tip 1: Be aware of what is going on around you and stay awake. [08:15]
Find the joy in something and hold on to it, create space for it. [11:45]
Tip 2: Create a safe space to decompress and turn off the fight or flight instinct. [13:00]
What can you do to create safety in your life, and what did Peter do? [16:15]
Being conscious of creating a safe space for others in your practice. [17:00]
Tip 3: Get back into your heart. The world needs love and respect. [22:10]
Recognize the differences in perspectives and respect them. [23:45]
Maintaining your own self-care. [26:00]
What major transitions have Peter and his work been through since the beginning of the pandemic? [29:00]
Dealing with the passing of a colleague and friend. [30:50]
Words of wisdom. [36:00]