Humble & Strong—What We’re All Becoming

The first thing you notice about Dr. Zaneta Hamlin isn’t her accolades—it’s her presence. Grounded, warm, and deeply authentic, she embodies the quiet strength so many women carry.

When we sat down to record this podcast, what unfolded was more than a conversation about business or branding. It was a mosaic of motherhood, marriage, and the messy middle of becoming who you’re meant to be. We talked about opening practices during pandemics, but also about what it takes to hold space—for your patients, your team, and your own soul.

Dr. Hamlin’s story reminded me that strength doesn’t roar. Sometimes, it walks into a hospital room three weeks before your practice opens and whispers, “Rest. You still matter.” Sometimes, it’s saying no to doing it the usual way, and hiring a full-time hygienist because you know what your future needs. Sometimes, it’s staying in a marriage and growing up together even when who you were at 22 looks nothing like who you are now.

She leads CUSP with a fierce grace. Patients cry and she prays with them. Kids receive care and mothers receive hope. Every detail of her practice reflects this heart—from the curated aesthetics to the unexpected touchpoints of joy.

And yes, there’s a bar. And wine. Because Dr. Hamlin is as serious about her dentistry as she is about offering a luxe, life-giving experience. She wanted a place that felt more like a boutique than a clinic, where women could exhale, feel beautiful, and feel cared for. It’s not just high design, it’s high compassion, served with style.

This is what it means to be humble and strong. Not having it all figured out, but showing up anyway. Listening to the gut when logic fails. Offering wine and words to a stressed-out patient because you remembered her story.

Zaneta isn’t just building a practice—she’s creating space. For women. For mothers. For those who’ve ever felt unseen. And maybe that’s what makes her story feel so personal. So needed

👉🏼 Watch the full episode of The Story Project featuring Dr. Zaneta Hamlin on YouTube, or listen on Spotify or iTunes.

Connect with Dr. Hamlin: @cuspdentalboutique | @cuspuntetheredpllc | @abinatutu

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