When we live a life of alignment, we are not required to sacrifice our morals, ethics and values. When we life a life of alignment, we do not function through a constant lens of fear. Living this way requires courage... but the benefits far outweigh any discomfort we experience as we're getting started. In this episode I share more about living in Alignment, and why it's so important to do so. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Free Event: Finding Life-Purpose In Times Of Chaos The 3 keys to unlocking ...
Dec 14, 2022•11 min•Ep. 100
When we recognized feelings of dissatisfaction or resentment, find ourselves questioning the state of our lives, or we feel overwhelmed and lost, there is something happening within us that we often do not see. These seasons of our lives, which we often describe in terms of the challenges we face, have a two-fold purpose. First, they are the experiences we will look back on one-day as pivotal moments in our lives and necessary stepping-stones along our journey. Eventually, one day, it all makes ...
Dec 11, 2022•35 min•Ep. 99
In this episode I had one goal... to create a list of the most important perspectives to keep in mind as you navigate your career as a veterinary professional. Truth is, these perspectives are also helpful in your entire life. See, our experiences often cloud our perception of reality... and not in a good way. It's easy to get caught up in negativity and drama. In Vet Med, the opportunities are amplified. Amplified... but not inevitable . It's through Intentional Perspective that we create a dif...
Dec 04, 2022•27 min•Ep. 98
Having a great day in vet med does not require smooth sailing. It doesn't require clients to be nice, or coworkers to be productive. It doesn't even require you to get your lunch, or leave on time. What keeps most of us from experiencing a great day is the focus we keep giving to the circumstances that are less than ideal... Entitled clients Managers who don't care Lunches missed And then we compound the negative impact by believing those things must change before having a great day is possible....
Nov 27, 2022•23 min•Ep. 97
Are you ready to change your life? Your instinct is to answer yes... but you may be lying to yourself. Your actions and beliefs probably tell a different story. There are three questions that will help you determine if you are really ready to experience your life in a different way. In today's episode I explore those three questions, and share the one think you MUST do, if you are ever going to create a different reality for yourself. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Vet Life Academy https://joyfuldv...
Nov 20, 2022•19 min•Ep. 96
How are you talking about the dreams you have for yourself and your future? Do they live in phrases such as "Some day I will...." "I wish I could..." "When I ..., then I will..." Are you waiting on permission to move forward? Are you judging yourself when you recognize discontent? Many of us believe if we elect to pursue something different in our lives today, that it somehow discounts the value of what we pursued and created before this point... that in some way it makes that prior pursuit a wa...
Nov 12, 2022•24 min•Ep. 95
What are you spinning about? Where does your mind land when you're not busy with work or other life activities? What happens in the silence? Most of us have a group of worries and scenarios that play constantly in the background. When we have down time, they become front and center... and so we engage with them. But is it USEFUL? The answer- NO. Never. That auto-pilot stack of anxiety-inducing thought patterns does not serve you, the person you want to be, or the future you want to create. It's ...
Nov 06, 2022•29 min•Ep. 94
Do you know that you can predict your future? You've been doing it, even if you haven't been aware. This is actually good news, because when you learn how it works, you can begin leveraging your ability to create what you want. There are three things that block your ability to maximize your future-creating superpower. In this episode I share what those blockers are, and what you can do to move beyond them so you can take control of your life. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Strategic Strategic Life ...
Oct 30, 2022•20 min•Ep. 93
In this episode I explore Negativity in Veterinary Medicine, and share three components required to eliminate it from our organizations and our personal experiences, once and for all. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Strategic Strategic Life & Job Analysis Workshop https://joyfuldvm.com/workshop Vet Life Academy https://joyfuldvm.com/vetlifeacademy C ONNECT WITH ME Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyfuldvm Facebook: www.facebook.com/JoyfulDVM/ Website: www.joyfuldvm.com/ Thank you so much for listen...
Oct 23, 2022•34 min•Ep. 92
Imposter Syndrome is a common topic in our profession... one that is creating disastrous consequences in our lives. In today's episode, I share once again about imposter syndrome and explore Five Key Points: Imposter Syndrome defined The reason for the label The little known truth about this "diagnosis" The compounding negative consequences of the Imposter Syndrome identity Imposter Syndrome's relationship with the normal human experience Bottom Line... the labels we apply to ourselves create li...
Oct 16, 2022•23 min•Ep. 91
In this episode I share the Key To Freedom, and explain how most of us are going about it all wrong... and creating unnecessary suffering for ourselves in the process. Many of us dream of experiencing more freedom in our lives and we work really hard to create or obtain the variables we believe make freedom possible. The truth is, we're going about it all wrong. Freedom isn't something we achieve through action. It's not dependent on the perfect work schedule, the absence of work, the presence o...
Oct 09, 2022•24 min•Ep. 90
If you're having a hard time experiencing anything other than stress and anxiety in your life and Vet Med career, this episode is for you! Inside I describe why so many veterinary professionals go from confidently pursuing their calling to regretting their career choice once they get out into the real world. I also share what you can do to re-anchor in the truth of your own vet med journey so you can get back to enjoying life from a state of unshakeable peace. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Vet Lif...
Oct 02, 2022•23 min•Ep. 89
Veterinary Professionals are NOT mentally unstable. This profession does not attract, or create, the crazies! Entertaining either of those beliefs is not useful... and has the potential of turning into it's own self-feeding vortex. No Thanks! In this episode I dig into the factors that contribute to the wellbeing challenges we experience: Compassion-Driven personalities Personal Insecurities Academic Culture of Bullying I also explore why we are MORE POWERFUL than all of that combined! RESOURCES...
Sep 26, 2022•13 min•Ep. 88
We are taught that if something feels bad, then we shouldn't pursue it. Although that may make sense in some circumstances, most of the time it holds us back from taking the actions we need to take to stay in alignment with ourselves, and move toward our goals and dreams. In this episode I explained why Right decisions sometimes feel sooooo terrible, and shared a recent experience that helped me untangle this dichotomy in a tangible way. I also shared why it is essential that we follow through w...
Sep 18, 2022•23 min•Ep. 87
By nature, veterinary professionals tend to be very compassionate… at least outwardly so. We also tend to be very judgmental when it comes to ourselves. Despite what we may believe, this self-criticism is not self-contained. In this episode I explore how the lack of compassion we have for ourselves is impacting the compassion we are able to extend to others and share four indicators that help us see where we have opportunity to create more acceptance for ourselves. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Ve...
Sep 04, 2022•20 min•Ep. 86
We are greatly influenced in veterinary medicine, and in life, by the people we spend time with. Whether physically, or virtually, the impact is real. In this episode I explore the negative impact we experience in our lives and careers from mentors we don't choose for ourselves. I also walk through a process for evaluating the impact of the influencers in your own life. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Influence Finder Worksheet https://joyfuldvm.com/85-resource Vet Life Academy https://joyfuldvm.com...
Aug 28, 2022•22 min•Ep. 85
It's not uncommon for veterinary professionals to realize years into their careers that something is missing in their lives. The veterinary career has become all consuming in regard to focus, time and energy, resulting in a life that is tethered and disengaged. This lack of progress in our lives is fueled by two different things that keep us stuck... and they're sneaky. One is a commonly practiced behavior, the other is a pattern often awarded. Neither, however, are useful in helping us continue...
Apr 28, 2022•13 min•Ep. 84
Empowered Perspective: Daily chaos keeps us disconnected and robs us from experiencing the evidence of unwavering support and limited possibility that is all around us. When we intentionally reconnect with the truth of the moment, and stay curious about all that is around us, it becomes much easier to slide through the chaos and come out anchored and peaceful on the other side. In this episode I share several recent experiences that snapped me out of stress and into the present moment and truth ...
Apr 25, 2022•13 min•Ep. 83
Living on autopilot is a survival mechanism for veterinary professionals. Today I'm sharing how you can determine if you're in autopilot survival mode, what you unintentionally create for yourself by staying there, and one thing you can begin doing today to become more active in your own life. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Joy Vet Alliance https://joyfuldvm.com/joyvetalliance Alternative Career Guide 2022 Edition https://joyfuldvm.com/jobguide CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyfuldvm...
Apr 21, 2022•19 min•Ep. 82
Empowered Perspective: What you can achieve is only limited by what you believe about yourself. Your credentials and prior experiences make up only a tiny fraction of the success equation. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Joy Vet Alliance https://joyfuldvm.com/membership Alternative Career Guide 2022 Edition https://joyfuldvm.com/jobguide CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyfuldvm Facebook: www.facebook.com/JoyfulDVM/ Website: www.joyfuldvm.com/ Thank you so much for listening! If this ep...
Apr 19, 2022•9 min•Ep. 81
Veterinarians and veterinary technicians are often asked by others about how to go about pursuing veterinary careers. Many times, veterinary professionals discourage others from the career path. Although it may seem like simply giving advice, discouraging others from pursuing a career in veterinary medicine actually represents much more than just an opinion for the person giving it. In this episode I explore the most common reasons cited for discouraging veterinary careers, and how it is those r...
Apr 14, 2022•27 min•Ep. 80
Empowered Perspective: The certainty you hold onto in times of darkness make all the difference as you wait for the light to reappear. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Joy Vet Alliance https://joyfuldvm.com/membership Alternative Career Guide 2022 Edition https://joyfuldvm.com/jobguide CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyfuldvm Facebook: www.facebook.com/JoyfulDVM/ Website: www.joyfuldvm.com/ Thank you so much for listening! If this episode supported you in any way, the best way you can p...
Apr 11, 2022•11 min•Ep. 79
Gathering information from experts... good move. Believing that experts know what's best for you, or believing them without question when their opinion limits what's possible for you.. not so much. Today I'm sharing why we must question everything, and how blindly following any leader can lead you down a path you never intended to go. FEATURED ON THE SHOW Exploring the value of expert opinions The relationship between expert opinion and absolute truth Intuition versus fear The "right answer" myt...
Apr 09, 2022•21 min•Ep. 78
Feeling Angry, Disrespected, or Unappreciated? Today I’m sharing a tip on how to manage these difficult emotional cascades in the moment, and also the opportunity you have to adjust your habit responses to improve your overall experiences long term. FEATURED ON THE SHOW The impact of Anger The real cause of the emotional downward spiral What you can do in the moment to refocus, and what happens if you don’t RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Strategic Life Analysis Workshop https://joyfuldvm.com/worksh...
Mar 31, 2022•20 min•Ep. 77
In this episode I dive right into the opportunities that challenge and change bring each of us in veterinary medicine, and in the world. It’s go time… we can no longer just wait for our jobs and our lives to improve. We must be active participants in the creation of something different. You were made for this. Let’s go! FEATURED ON THE SHOW Navigating Change Personal Sacrifice is not the answer How you are perfectly equipped to create the life and career you want, even now. Imposter Syndrome Bur...
Mar 23, 2022•20 min•Ep. 76
In this episode, I dive into a common thing that happens once we've been in practice for a while... the identification of what we Don't Want. I explore how this clarity often results in a downward spiral of emotion, what's really going on, and what you can do about it. Featured: Who Are You? The 2 things that influence the development of opinions. Three common conclusions we draw when we are unhappy in our lives. Personality Assessment Resources: Determine Your Personal Human Design >>>...
Feb 06, 2022•13 min•Ep. 75
In this episode, I explain how many veterinary professionals have unintentionally slid into a Passive Life Experience. I describe the 3 things that occur when we are in Passive Mode, and the 3 Factors we can incorporate to recreate an Active Life Experience for ourselves. Featured: Passive vs. Active Life and Career Experience 3 Consequences of a Passive Life 3 Factors that move us from Passive to Active participation in our lives Resources: Joy Vet Alliance Join here >>> https://joyful...
Jan 25, 2022•11 min•Ep. 73
In this episode, I share about the recent loss of my heart cat, Willow. I share about what happened, the extreme grief I experienced, how I moved through that grief, and what I learned in the process that can help all veterinary professionals and pet owners who have experienced losses of their own. Featured: Pet Loss The Grief Process Lessons Learned Resources: https://joyfuldvm.com/petloss Music Credit: Music by Lesfm from Pixabay...
Jan 14, 2022•19 min•Ep. 72
In this episode, I explore the emotion of anger and discuss why holding onto anger in veterinary medicine feels very powerful and accepted. Featured: Lower Brain / Higher Brain generation of anger Negative / Positive emotion Anger as a coping mechanism Resources: Joy Vet Alliance: https://joyfuldvm.com/membership Music Credit: Music by Lesfm from Pixabay...
Jan 07, 2022•28 min•Ep. 71
In this episode, I share insights into why there can be no reward without risk and why you should do the thing that scares you the most. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Vet Life Academy https://joyfuldvm.com/vetlifeacademy Thank you so much for listening! If this episode supported you in any way, the best way you can pay forward is by taking a screenshot of this episode and sharing it on social media or with your team, and tag me! Music Credit: Music by Lesfm from Pixabay...
Dec 31, 2021•10 min•Ep. 70
