The Joyful DVM Podcast: Empowering Veterinary Professionals

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 i...

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-i...

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 t...

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/joyf...

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  Imposte...

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 w...

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...

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 Insecuritie...

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...

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 s...

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 E...

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 commo...

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...

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 C...

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...

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 episod...

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.co...

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 ex...

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...

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 Ho...

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 wh...

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...

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...

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

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...