Burnout-Free Me

In this episode of Daring DVM, I’m answering four of the most common (and most pressing) questions high-achieving women have about burnout. If you’re constantly exhausted, struggling to slow down, and wondering why everything feels so hard even though you’re “checking all the boxes,” this one’s for you. Tune in for honest answers, practical mindset shifts, and encouragement to start feeling like y...

Happy 100th Daring DVM Episode! 🥳 To celebrate I'm sharing TEN of the most powerful lessons I have learned to break free from burnout and create real balance, reclaim my energy, and finally feel like myself again. 💜 Also, in the spirit of celebration, click HERE to win a month of free coaching with me! It's my way of saying THANK YOU for choosing yourself and doing the work to create your own bu...

If you’ve ever felt exhausted from giving so much of yourself to this profession, this episode is for you. Empathic strain is not something you just have to endure. Yes, it is considered an occupational hazard of veterinary medicine, AND we all have the opportunity to recognize where we are, address our situations, and heal. And that’s exactly what we are doing in this episode! This week on the Da...

As a veterinary caregiver, your ability to care deeply is one of your greatest strengths—but it can also take a serious toll on your emotional well-being. Over time, the constant exposure to others’ suffering, stress, and high expectations can lead to empathic strain—a gradual erosion of your emotional resilience. In this episode, we’re breaking down the five stages of empathic strain so you can r...

Is employee retention a perfectionist fantasy? In this Daring DVM episode, we challenge the traditional mindset around retention and career loyalty. What if trying to create a workplace that never changes is an unrealistic goal—one that puts unnecessary pressure on leadership and fuels guilt for employees considering a new path? We explore how shifting our perspective on turnover can lead to healt...

When it comes to managing stress, are you focusing only on resilience while overlooking reduction? In coaching, we often talk about building stress resilience—using thought work to change how we experience challenges. But what about removing stressors altogether? In this episode of Daring DVM, host Dr. Amy Grimm explains the key differences between stress reduction and stress resilience and why a...

How do you handle a toxic veterinary hospital environment? What can you do to protect yourself from someone who is always trying to create drama in your life? The answers may surprise you. In this episode of The Daring DVM Podcast, Dr. Amy Grimm dives into the topic of drama and toxicity in the workplace and at home. Amy explores the mindset behind labeling people as dramatic or toxic, the power o...

In this episode of The Daring DVM Podcast, host Dr. Amy Grimm talks with sobriety coach Adriana Cloud about the role alcohol often plays in the lives of veterinarians dealing with stress and burnout. 🍷😵‍💫🍺 This conversation isn’t about giving up alcohol entirely or labeling it as bad—it’s about feeling in control of your choice to drink (or not) rather than using it as an automatic escape from...

Happy Valentine's Day!! 💖 This week on Daring DVM, I discuss needs vs. wants in our love lives and explain why you may be sabotaging your efforts to create the relationship you truly desire. This advice is useful for ANY type of relationship and will be sure to improve your happiness and satisfaction therein. No matter if you are single or coupled up, you are sure to gain some insights into creat...

What does a pond have to do with your brain? Or fish have to do with your thinking? 🐟💦 In this week's episode of The Daring DVM Podcast, you're going to find out! Plus, I am also sharing my top tip for creating self-awareness, which is THE SECRET to creating a better life. No cap.   LINKS: Schedule a Coaching Conversation with me to explore your better, brighter future today! Subscribe to the Da...

Today on The Daring DVM Podcast, Dr. Amy Grimm introduces a topic close to the hearts of many in the veterinary world—compassion fatigue, also known as empathic strain. As veterinarians and caregivers, we give so much of ourselves to the animals and people we serve, but sometimes, that can leave us feeling drained. 😔 In this episode, we’ll explore the basics of compassion fatigue and cover five m...

Anxiety and uncertainty can be quite triggering for our nervous systems, especially in situations in which we feel we have no control. Um, election results, anyone..? 🙋‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️ This week on the Daring DVM Podcast, I’m sharing How to manage anxiety in the face of uncertainty A common lie that our brains tell us about the future that triggers our fight-or-flight response (yes, my brain does this,...

Okay, okay. There are only seven days a week. But have you ever met someone who wishes there were more days in the week because they would like to work more? This week on Daring DVM, I am chatting with Dr. Dimple Puri about her immense love of veterinary medicine and how she works as much as she does without being burned out. Dr. Dimple's simple focus on self-care, priorities, boundaries, and mind...

This week on Daring DVM you will meet Dr. Sheddy Manion, the sailing, surfing, nomad veterinarian. Dr. Sheddy is passionate about providing care in underserved areas and does this aboard her sailing boat, Chuffed. She is also passionate about providing mental health care for all veterinary professionals so that we can prevent burnout. This week, we are talking about her unconventional career, how...

Happy New Year, Everyone! This week Dr. Amy Grimm of Daring DVM shares a quick blueprint to help you make 2025 your best year yet. Dare to dream! 🚀🤩 If you want to create health, happiness, and success in 2025 and are ready to take that next step, hop on my calendar for a free coaching consultation , or find out more at www.daringdvm.com .   LINKS from the episode: Schedule a Free Coaching Consu...

New Year's Resolution - SchmOOoo YeArS ResOluTion 🫠 That's right. I said it. New Year's Resolutions rarely work. So if you want to know how to truly create success in 2025, tune in to this week's episode of Daring DVM. I share the process I use to set and achieve my own goals, which, spoiler alert, is exactly what I teach to my coaching clients. 🤩 If you want to make 2025 your best year yet, and...

Changing your thoughts is simple. 🧠 Here's a step-by-step proven technique to help you do so. 🤩 In this episode of the Daring DVM Podcast, I teach you how to rewire your brain using a simple and effective coaching tool. We're discussing the 3 C's of mind management, how to use neuroplasticity (thought work) to change your brain structure and, therefore, your thoughts, and the role of your nervou...

In this episode of Daring DVM, we're talking about the fascinating neuroscience of music. 🧠🎶💓 Discover how music impacts your brain, from triggering dopamine release to influencing your emotional state. We'll explore how to use music to regulate your emotions, reduce stress, and enhance your overall well-being. Music is an amazing tool you can use no matter what kind of crazy is going on in you...

Are you thinking of leaving general practice? Have you ever considered becoming a mobile veterinarian? Does the thought of freedom around your schedule sound amazing, but the thought of getting started and wondering where to begin hold you back? If so, this episode is for you! This week's special guest on Daring DVM is Dr. Eve Harrison. And if you have questions about starting and operating a hous...

This week on the Daring DVM Podcast, I'm offering you a thought that helps me tremendously whenever I feel stuck in a situation I am not enjoying. You can use this tool at an awkward family gathering or in a stressful situation at work. This powerful thought will help you when you're upset and cannot get out of the funk. Borrow this thought for yourself and feel how it immediately brings you relie...

Buckel up, everyone! Because I am speaking about a topic that I love to hate and hate to love! Today, I’m sharing my unpopular yet oh-so-liberating opinion on toxic people and workplaces. In this episode of Daring DVM, I’m sharing: Why I do not think labeling someone or something as toxic is helpful How, in many ways, it can actually prevent you from healing What is happening in your nervous syste...

If you are struggling to make sense of the 2024 election results, and if you are worried about the future, this episode is designed to help. I'm sharing my thoughts on compassion and building unity, no matter on which side of the spectrum your political beliefs fall. I'm also sharing 5 simple and powerful strategies you can use to help yourself feel better and navigate challenging times. Links fro...

At one point or another in your veterinary career, you’ve probably questioned whether your employer should be allowed to contact you about work on your day off. This communication could be from a practice owner, hospital manager, medical director, hospital administration, a regional leader in a corporate structure, a colleague, or another team member, such as a receptionist or your RVT. This simpl...

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by work that you couldn't imagine adding anything else to your plate? I know the feeling. It's easy to think that volunteering, especially when you're already feeling burnt out, is just one more thing to add to your to-do list. But here's the thing: volunteering can actually help you combat burnout. When we give our time and energy to something we care about, we o...

In the United States, it’s pretty common for veterinarians to be aware of the legal ramifications of their actions. And while we all know there is a line between what is considered malpractice and what is not, many of us still struggle with the fear of potential legal recourse, and this can affect how we show up for our patients, clients, and for ourselves. In this episode, I’m sharing my thoughts...