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The Pressure Cooker That Nearly Broke Me in Vet School
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…
Ep. 84 | Struggle To Turn Off Work Mode In Order to Recharge? [Behind the Scenes Coaching Session with Dr. Amelia]
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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…
Healthy Habits: Most Don't Stick Because Of This One Devastating Mistake
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 …
Addressing Negativity In The Veterinary Workplace: 7 Reasons It Happens and What To Do About It
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…
How to Stay Grounded and Connected During Election Season: Embracing Compassion, Curiosity, and Connection
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).
Chapters:
01:06 Addressing a…
Vet Med: Communication Tips To Build Trust and Strengthen Relationships With Clients
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 …
4 Reasons Why I Shouldn't Have Reached Burnout As A Veterinarian
I was in denial for a long time before I realized I was burned out, I think mostly because I believed I was doing everything “right”.
Here are 4 Reasons Why I Shouldn’t Have Reached Burnout:
1. I took a year off in-between undergrad and vet school to make sure I still wanted to be a veterinarian.
I knew vet school was going to be hard and expensive and since I had wanted to be a vet since I was 6, I wanted to make sure it was what I actually wanted and not just the career path I had alwa…
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…