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Ep. 75 | Breaking Out of the Black and White Box and Embracing the Color In Vet Med with Dr. Eve Harrison
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In this episode, Dr. Eve Harrison joins the discussion to explore critical issues in veterinary medicine, particularly the black-and-white mindset and hierarchical thinking that contribute to anxiety, depression, and burnout in the profession. Dr. Eve shares her powerful Instagram post that sparked the conversation and discusses how opening a mobile veterinary practice allowed her to…
Ep. 74 | Overcoming Adversity: Wisdom from the Wild with Guest Doctor Guss
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In this episode of 'Life Boost with Amelia' podcast, Dr. Amelia hosts Doctor Guss, a wildlife veterinarian from Mexico. They explore the intersection of personal development and animal behavior, highlighting how animals can serve as a source of strength during challenging times. Dr. Guss shares his inspiring journey through personal adversity, including his harrowing experience of wrongful imprisonment, and how he re…
Ep. 73 | From Survival to Thriving: How A Fear-Free Approach (For Humans) Will Transform The Veterinary Profession And Your Own Life
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Disclaimer: This episode touches on sensitive topics like mental health and suicide. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a licensed mental health professional or contact a local helpline (988).
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01:06 Addressing a…
Vet Med: 7 Communication Tips To Build Trust and Decrease Frustration With Clients
A nervous system–informed approach to reducing conflict, rebuilding trust, and supporting the well-being of pets, pet owners, and the veterinary team.
When clients feel stressed, misunderstood, or judged, trust breaks down — even when your medical recommendations are solid. These 7 communication strategies help rebuild trust by addressing what’s really driving client behavior — including why some pet owners turn to breeders, groomers, or Google before their vet.
You know how some pet owner…
4 Reasons Why I "Shouldn't" Have Reached Burnout As A Veterinarian
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m trying so hard to do everything right… why do I still feel like this?” — this one’s for you.
Going into vet med, I knew we struggled with burnout...I just didn't think it was going to apply to me.
I thought I was going to be proactive preventing it.
And yet it still happened to me. That's why I was in denial for a long time before I realized I was burned out. I thought I was doing everything "right".
Here are 4 Reasons Why I Thought I Was Being Proactive Abo…
Break The Norm, Be A Unicorn: Creating Positive Change in Vet Med and Our World
Since writing this blog post, I've made a couple of changes to the UNICORN acronym. For the most up to date version, check out this podcast episode.
If you’re not cool with the current state of vet med or our world, hi and same. 💗
That’s why I’m all about breaking the norm and being “a unicorn”.
What's a "unicorn"?
A unicorn is someone (or something - like a vet hospital) that’s breaking the norm and leading by example to be the positive change we need in this world.
The norm is to be unha…
Ep. 72 | Burnout Recovery for Veterinarians: 6 Essential Questions to Get Your Energy and Life Back
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Transcript:
Welcome to the Life Boost with Amelia podcast where we're changing the narrative around what true health and success look like- they should give you energy, not drain it. I'm your host, Dr. Amelia, multi-passionate integrative health and life coach, entrepreneur, and recovered burnout veterinarian. Together, we'll explore the science behind how your brain and body work, including the unconscious mind, while also connecting with …
4 Steps To Beat Burnout In Veterinary Medicine
As a recovered burnt out veterinarian, certified integrative health + life coach, and unicorn vet hospital consultant, I know what it takes to fall back in love with the vet med and to follow your heart + try something new - even when that feels scary. My unique training, holistic approach, and experience working in general practice, urgent care, and relief in a variety of settings has allowed me to see solutions for a profession I once wanted to escape from. If you're feeling stuck, I get it an…
4 Tips That Helped Me To Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Do you ever experience imposter syndrome?
For years as a veterinarian and then again as a coach and entrepreneur I experienced imposter syndrome. When I looked around, I felt like everyone around me was so much smarter and talented than I was.
And you know what? That was total BS. I was actually very qualified and doing a good job.
I had worked hard to get where I was and I belonged there.
The only part of me that didn’t belong there: the negative thoughts and self-doubt that were weighin…
Monday Morning Pep Talk Because You've Got This
Here's a little pep talk for the start of your week, because you've got this!
How’s your brain filter today?
Do you have your “ugh it’s Monday and I hate everything” brain filter or “it’s the start of a new week and there are unexpected positive moments waiting for me” kind of brain filter?
Your brain will show you proof that supports your thoughts. What do you want to be noticing this week?
If you’re feeling anxious, that’s because your brain is probably replaying one hypothetical worst-c…