Brain (Stress, Mindset, Happiness)

My body has always been my teacher—I had just been programmed not to listen for the first three decades.

It was my body that eventually gave me the wake-up call that I was burned out. I was exhausted despite healthy habits, experienced random crippling abdominal pain and severe heartburn, and had brain fog every afternoon.

I used to think, "Once my body is healed, everything will be better." Just like I used to think, "If I didn’t have to do this job that is making my life so stressful, everyt…

Recently I learned about the three fires in Buddhism that are said to be at the root of most human suffering:
🔥 Greed
🔥 Anger/Hate
🔥 Ignorance/Delusion

And I can’t stop thinking about how our world is on fire from these very things.

And the person running this country? He’s fanning the flames.

Let's pause for a moment—

what came up as you read that?

Did anger or blame bubble up? Maybe even a sense of powerlessness?

If so, that makes total sense. There are horrible, unjust things happen…

I remember so many late nights as a vet student—exhausted, stressed out of my mind, desperately trying to cram just a little more information into my already tired brain.

I knew I had another eight hours of complex content to memorize the next day. I knew I had a week of exams looming over me.

And I knew—deep down—that I needed sleep.

And yet… the thought of allowing myself to give in to that desire to crawl into bed and close my eyes made me even more anxious.

I knew how important sleep was…

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In this episode of Life Boost with Amelia, Dr. Amelia introduces a new podcast format—a real-life behind-the-scenes coaching session.

Listen in as she helps Sasha*, an entrepreneur and mom, navigate the challenge of turning off work mode so she can be present with her family and recharge—instead of continuing to work late into the evening.

Using her holistic background and unique blend of coaching styles, Dr. Amelia demonstrates ho…

Did you know 80% of New Year's resolutions are abandoned by February?

Whether or not you're into New Year's resolutions, developing habits is key for living a healthy lifestyle that gives you more energy than it drains. 

For example, having the habit of automatically working out in the morning will give you an energy and mood boost for the day versus needing to spend energy and brain power trying to figure out when you're going to squeeze in a workout each day or feeling defeated when the day …

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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…

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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). 

Chapters:

01:06 Addressing a…

You know how some pet owners trust their breeder/groomer/friend/Google more than you (the vet)?

I’ll be honest, this used to really bother me (like rant and vent to my husband kind of bother 😆).

I couldn’t understand why owners turned to their breeder, groomer, or Google over me when I had sacrificed so much time, energy, and money to be able to help their pet.

It was frustrating not just because it didn’t make sense to me, but also because their trust in those sources made me scared. I care …