Daring DVM

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…

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 epi…

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, …

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 pra…

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 feelin…

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 wh…

The holiday season of joy and gratitude is coming up fast! And along with it, increased stress and mental breakdowns. 😅😳 Between all the family drama, crazy schedules, work stress, and personal probl…

As veterinary professionals, we’re no strangers to feeling overwhelmed by our workload and doing our best to balance it with our social, family, and personal responsibilities.

Throughout my veterinar…

Do you take on other people’s tasks at work because you know you can do it faster? Do you try to make other people feel comfortable at your own expense? Are you the one who is always in control of yo…

In this episode of the Daring DVM Podcast, we're diving into the importance of setting your own agenda and defining success on your own terms.

Too often, we find ourselves chasing goals offered to us…

Effective communication is essential for building strong relationships, both personally and professionally.

By understanding the different types of conversations and how to approach them appropriatel…

Join me in my conversation with Dr. Addie Reinhard, Founder & CEO of MentorVet, on this special guest episode of Daring DVM as we delve into the transformative power of mentorship in combating veteri…

Last week I discussed the topic of functional freeze, how this plays out in your life, and how it can trick you into believing you are burned out. 

This is important to know because

• if you are tired…

Are you actually burned out?

Maybe not.

Many of the people I coach, when asked to describe what they mean when they say that they feel “burned out”, actually end up describing something else. 

They w…

When we prolong decisions we end up with multiple unmade decisions hanging over us. These unmade decisions are left nagging in the back of our minds. And over time, these unmade decisions can lead to…

What if the reason you are experiencing such high levels of daily stress isn't due to what you think..?

What if you have a sneaky, silent saboteur?

One that you may not even recognize as being a part…

It’s no secret that veterinarians and veterinary professionals suffer from higher rates of anxiety, pessimism, and poor mental health compared to other professions.

And most of us think we know why… …

Dr. Jennifer Edwards is a veterinarian and a life and leadership coach.

And what I admire about her is that she embraces her own path of personal growth and transformation, as well as helping her cli…

"Hearing is physiological. Listening is a choice".
- Roland Barthes (translated)

Active listening is a skill that can dramatically improve both your personal and professional life. Yet many of us don…

"Seek first to understand, then to be understood."
- Dr. Stephen R. Covey

Communication is one of the most important skill sets we can develop in our lives. Our communication styles and abilities aff…