When you work in veterinary medicine, you learn quickly that the scariest things don’t hide under exam tables, they hide behind our smiles.
The real monsters?
They look like compassion fatigue that slowly grows into apathy.
Perfectionism disguise
You know that feeling when a Taylor Swift lyric hits just a little too close to home? That was me, sitting in a dark theater during the TLOSG release party, covered in goosebumps and glitter, realizing Taylor has mastered something that Veterinary Medicine desperately needs.
✨Reinvention. Emotional...
The Halloween Edition
When you work in veterinary medicine, you learn quickly that the scariest things don’t hide under exam tables, they hide behind our smiles.
The real monsters?
They look like compassion fatigue that slowly grows into apathy.
Perfectionism disguise
Happy Halloween my little spooky superstar 👻,
As we head into Halloween weekend, I couldn’t resist dropping into your inbox with a little treat.
The Real Monsters Haunting Vet Med
Let’s talk about the real monsters haunting veterinary medicine because they aren’t ghosts or goblins.
They’re thing...
Somewhere between the mountains of Wyoming and the quiet stretches of Utah desert, I realized something I’d forgotten: happiness is simple.
Not easy. Not effortless. But simple.
Living in a camper van, you are stripped down to the basics. What do you really need? What fills your soul? Who
...The Weekly Evolution
Your weekly dose of realness and inspo in Veterinary Medicine
I spent the last few weeks living out of my camper van. It was epic, serene and beautiful. There were slow sunrise coffee dates, wildlife encounters that felt kismet, and the kind of peace you can only find when life ...
This week on The Evolved Vets Podcast, I interviewed hospital owner, Dr. Mike Walker. Founder of Apollo Vet Clinics (Wimberley & Austin), Mike is the definition of “bet on yourself.” He graduated with $160K in debt, $2K in his bank account, and a belief that he could build something different, and h...
Last week on The Evolved Vets Podcast, I sat down with Geoffrey van Zijl a ER veterinary technician of nearly 20 years and creator behind @aintdoingright for one of the most honest, hope-filled conversations I’ve had on perfectionism, recovery, and rebuilding joy in veterinary medicine. Geoffrey’s ...
What’s the difference between a therapist and a coach?
I'm often asked what the difference is between a therapist and a coach. I hire both for different reasons in different seasons of life. I’ll speak from personal experience about who helped me and how.
There are many people and programs who hel...
On Monday we’ll officially enter into a new season: fall. Fall is a time for letting go, inner reflection, and gratitude. We can align with fall's energy by focusing on grounding activities in nature or with loved ones, eating and drinking things that are warmed and spiced, and practicing mindfulnes...
September is Suicide Awareness Month. It's something to be mindful of in veterinary medicine because of the high burnout and suicide rates among vets.
While the reasons behind why veterinarians have these higher rates is complex and multi-faceted, it's worth trying different methods to help.
I'm h...
I grew up in a small religious town where I was taught to follow the rules, make good grades, be respectful, obedient, and, above all else, to make everyone proud. And let me tell you, that’s exactly wh
...September is here. Does anyone else feel like this year has FLOWN by?!
There's four months left in 2025. Four months is plenty of time for amazing and transformative experiences to occur. Let's make the most of it.
Also, it's officially #PSL season. Is there anything better than the transition fro...
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