Best Dr Marie Holowaychuk Podcasts (2024)

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Digital Wellness for Veterinary Professionals | Episode 55 | Reviving Vet Med 29:18

5d ago29:18

29:18

Technology is deeply integrated into veterinary practice, from managing schedules to engaging with clients and staying connected through social media. However, excessive screen time comes at a cost, impacting mental health, sleep, and work-life balance. In this episode, we explore the importance of digital wellness for veterinary professionals and …

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Coping with On-Call Responsibilities in Veterinary Practice | Episode 54 | Reviving Vet Med 28:18

19d ago28:18

28:18

Being on-call is a reality that many veterinary professionals face, often bringing long hours, interrupted sleep, and the pressure of urgent decision-making. The unpredictability of being on-call can disrupt personal lives, creating tension between professional responsibilities and the need for rest and recovery. This constant state of readiness ca…

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How the Big Five Personality Traits Impact the Wellbeing of Veterinary Professionals | Episode 53 | Reviving Vet Med 31:27

1M ago31:27

31:27

The Big Five Personality Traits—Openness to Experience, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism—are key factors in shaping how individuals think, feel, and behave in different environments. These traits help explain personal differences in how we approach challenges, relationships, and stressors. In high-pressure fields like…

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Setting Boundaries and Saying No in Veterinary Medicine | Episode 52 | Reviving Vet Med 25:19

2M ago25:19

25:19

In the demanding field of veterinary medicine, establishing clear boundaries and learning to say no are essential skills for fostering resilience and maintaining mental health. Many veterinary professionals struggle with the pressure to take on extra responsibilities, leading to feelings of overwhelm and a sense of losing control. Recognizing the i…

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ADHD in the Veterinary Profession | Episode 51 | Reviving Vet Med 21:09

2M ago21:09

21:09

In a high-demand, high-stress field like veterinary medicine, managing ADHD can pose unique challenges. From struggling with focus, time management, and organization to dealing with emotional dysregulation, ADHD can impact both personal and professional lives. ADHD, often associated with children, frequently goes undiagnosed in adults, even in high…

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BONUS Meditation: A Midday Reset: 5-Minute Meditation for Veterinary Professionals | Episode 50 | Reviving Vet Med 6:56

2M ago6:56

6:56

In this special 50th bonus episode, we’re offering you a moment to pause, breathe, and reset with a brief 5-minute meditation. Designed for busy veterinary professionals, this short meditation can be used anytime during your workday to help you ground yourself, release tension, and refocus. Whether you're in your car, breakroom, or office, take thi…

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New Perspectives on Veterinary Burnout | Episode 49 | Reviving Vet Med 20:43

3M ago20:43

20:43

Recent veterinary research reveals that as many as 50% of veterinary team members may be experiencing burnout. Tackling burnout in the veterinary profession requires a deeper understanding of its complexities. In this episode, we explore innovative ways to measure and address burnout, drawing on recent research and insights from Dr. Andria Jones, a…

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Resources for Supporting Veterinary Teams Through Suicide | Episode 48 | Reviving Vet Med 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

Addressing mental health challenges within the veterinary profession requires a proactive approach, especially when it comes to sensitive topics like suicide. In this episode, we explore crucial resources designed to support veterinary team members and enhance their wellbeing during the most difficult times. We’ll dive into the AVMA’s After a Suici…

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Transforming Veterinary Work Environments the Psychological Health and Safety Guidelines | Episode 47 | Reviving Vet Med 30:10

4M ago30:10

30:10

Psychological health and safety is a buzz phrase that is picking up traction when it comes to taking steps to create healthier, safer, and more supportive work environments. In this episode, we delve into the Veterinary Visionaries™ initiative, a groundbreaking collaboration launched in 2022 by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), which…

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Coping with Mistakes in Veterinary Medicine | Episode 46 | Reviving Vet Med 32:15

4M ago32:15

32:15

Mistakes are an inevitable part of veterinary practice, and if you’ve been in the field for any length of time, chances are you’ve made one. In this episode, we delve into the various types of mistakes that can occur, from minor errors like miscalculating a drug dose to more serious ones that may have significant consequences. Drawing from personal…

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20. There's No Options Near Where I Live - Or So You Think... 14:06

7M ago14:06

14:06

Do you sometimes think that if only you were in a different location, or even a different country, there’d be more opportunities for you in your vet career? What if I told you that your location might not be the barrier you think it is? Many vets feel trapped by their geographical location, believing it limits their career opportunities. You might …

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19. "I'm Stuck Being a Clinical Vet..." Why There's More Options Than You Think... 15:03

8M ago15:03

15:03

You’re a vet considering alternative options for your veterinary career. You’re finding yourself exhausted at the end of each day of work, with barely enough energy to cook dinner, let alone the energy for hobbies and those closest to you. You’re stressed, you’re lacking confidence in your decisions, and your mental health is suffering as a result.…

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18. Why You're Not in Control of Your Vet Career + How to Regain Control 18:44

9M ago18:44

18:44

Do you ever feel like your veterinary career is driving you, instead of you driving it? That sense of being adrift, reacting to whatever the day throws at you, rather than steering your own course? You’re performing as good a job as best as you can, managing high caseloads, demanding clients, and long hours, but the end result is burn-out. If you’r…

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Unmasking Imposter Syndrome Among Veterinary Professionals | Episode 45 | Reviving Vet Med 32:08

9M ago32:08

32:08

Have you ever experienced feeling that you have somehow fooled everyone else around you into thinking you are smarter or more capable than you really are? Research demonstrates that just over two-thirds of veterinarians experience imposter syndrome, which is more common among female veterinarians and those in practice for less than 5 years. Imposte…

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17. Lacking Boundaries in Your Vet Career? Here's the Underlying Cause (w/ Dr Marie Holowaychuk) 35:08

10M ago35:08

35:08

Do you often find yourself overworking and struggling to say 'no' in your veterinary career? You're not alone. Many vets face this challenge, but what's really behind our drive to constantly push beyond our limits? Pain: You're clocking in extra hours, taking on more than you can handle, and yet, you're left wondering why it's so hard to establish …

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Compassionate Communication Strategies for Team Wellbeing | Episode 44 | Reviving Vet Med 22:21

10M ago22:21

22:21

The ways in which veterinary teams communicate can have a tremendous impact on their wellbeing. Research demonstrates that team members that work within an environment with effective communication have lower burnout scores and higher levels of job satisfaction compared to those who work in an environment with ineffective communication. Likewise, ca…

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16. Why Your New Years Resolutions Won't Improve Your Vet Career 9:00

11M ago9:00

9:00

#. Episode Title With Episode Number at the Start CAPTURE ATTENTION It’s a new year, and like many people, you’ve probably set a list of resolutions aimed at improving your life and career. But what if I told you that these resolutions alone won't bring the change you're seeking in your veterinary career? - In this episode you’ll learn: The common …

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Navigating Work-Life Balance in Veterinary Medicine | Episode 43 | Reviving Vet Med 32:33

11M ago32:33

32:33

Work-life balance is the ever-talked-about-but-seemingly-elusive concept that we all appear to be striving for but without knowing how to actually get it. It is cited as one of the top stressors impacting veterinarians and, for many veterinary team members, is one of the top reasons for feeling dissatisfied with work. In this episode, we debunk mis…

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15. How to Achieve Work-Life Balance, with Nigel Marsh (TED speaker & author) 58:41

1y ago58:41

58:41

In today’s episode, you’re going to find out how. Is having work-life balance achievable? Is it realistic as a veterinary professional? What does work-life balance even mean to me? These are likely questions you have had, running through your head. Today, you’re going to hear an episode of my old podcast, Escape the Nine to Five, where I talked abo…

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Strategies for Reducing Holiday-Related Stress | Episode 42 | Reviving Vet Med 27:11

1y ago27:11

27:11

The holidays are here and while this time of year is exciting and energizing for many people, it can be exhausting and illness-provoking for others. According to the American Psychological Association, more than one-third of people surveyed during the holidays report an increase in their stress level due to time constraints, financial concerns, com…

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14. The ONE Thing You Need to Do to Find a Veterinary Career of Your Dreams 11:02

1y ago11:02

11:02

Have you ever wondered why some vets seem to go on to have exciting and diverse careers, and yet you’ve yet to discover one for yourself? It’s almost like they’ve got a secret ingredient, and they’re not sharing it with you. And this secret ingredient could give you the upper hand in your vet career, and create opportunities you NEVER knew existed.…

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Coping with Stress as Veterinary Professionals | Episode 41 | Reviving Vet Med 22:05

1y ago22:05

22:05

Stress, an inherent part of the veterinary profession, and one of the leading concerns among surveyed veterinary teams, can manifest both as eustress, beneficial for personal growth, and distress, leading to chronic exhaustion and overwhelming emotions. Research shows that veterinary professionals who have healthy strategies for coping with stress,…

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BONUS Episode: Recognizing and Addressing Toxic Workplace Culture with Dr. Marie Holowaychuk | Episode 40 | Reviving Vet Med 41:15

1y ago41:15

41:15

Toxic behaviors have deep-seated impacts on our wellbeing in veterinary medicine. Systematic changes, clear expectations, workload balancing, and candid communication are crucial to crafting a productive and safer work environment. In this bonus episode, I am interviewed by Dr. Stacey Cordivano, equine practitioner and host of The Whole Veterinaria…

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13. How to Avoid Letting Finance Hold You Back in Your Veterinary Career. (with Meredith Jones) 25:40

1y ago25:40

25:40

You’re a vet. And you’re considering making a changes in your career, but finances are holding you back. You would far rather be doing another role that is meaningful to you and doesn’t drain you of energy, but the truth is, your vet job is paying you comfortably. Maybe not as much as you think you deserve, but you can survive on it. And you might …

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12. An Easy Way to Avoid Living a Life of Regret 19:48

1+ y ago19:48

19:48

You're a veterinarian and you're stuck. You're in a job you're not entirely enjoying and you're coming home from work drained of energy. You went into this profession because of an interest in science, a love of animals and nature, but if there's any passion in this current job, it's whining. Being a vet is supposed to be a dream job, so why are yo…

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11. FIVE Seconds to Taking Action in Your Career 7:45

1+ y ago7:45

7:45

You’re a clinical vet. They said it would be a “dream job”. Any yet: The work is unrewarding. Your clients are demanding. And you’re reaching the end of your days drained of energy. You NEED to take action in your career, but you’re not even sure where to start. You think about changing jobs after YET another exhausting day of work, might look up j…

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10. POD DROP: Why Progress is Not Perfection (The Veterinary Life Coach Podcast) 23:09

1+ y ago23:09

23:09

In the last episode of Next Step Vet, we spoke to Julie Cappel about how to improve your confidence at work. This week, as promised, we're dropping in an episode of Julie's Veterinary Life Coach Podcast, into our feed. As you continue to design a career that works for you. I want you to receive different perspectives from just my own. - As vets, mo…

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Identifying Unhealthy Boundaries in Veterinary Medicine | Episode 39 | Reviving Vet Med 24:19

1+ y ago24:19

24:19

If you have ever given your cell number to a client when you didn’t want to, covered a shift for a team member when you felt exhausted and overwhelmed, or said yes to a neighbor who asked you for a work-related favor on your day off, then you are not alone. Unhealthy boundaries are common among veterinary team members and not only impact our relati…

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9. THREE Easy Ways to Improve Your Confidence at Work w/ Julie Cappel 28:03

1+ y ago28:03

28:03

You're a vet considering making changes in your career. Deep down you know you need to change jobs or even careers. But you might be lacking the confidence to actually make change. You don't really know what other career options are out there, especially close to where you live, and finances are probably holding you back too. How do you gain the co…

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BONUS Episode: Dr. Marie Holowaychuk on how a childhood plan took a left turn and led to her passion for mental wellness | Episode 38 | Reviving Vet Med 44:56

1+ y ago44:56

44:56

Has your life ended up the way you expected it would? Are you happy with your current work in veterinary medicine or does it no longer feel like the right fit? In this bonus episode, I am interviewed byJordan Banshea, VIN Foundation Executive Director and host of the Veterinary Pulse podcast. We recap my journey in veterinary medicine including how…

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Strategies for Supporting Mental Health at Work | Episode 37 | Reviving Vet Med 27:48

1+ y ago27:48

27:48

Research demonstrates that Canadian veterinarians are more likely to experience mental health problems compared to the general population. Likewise, studies show that veterinary teams in the USA are experiencing rising rates of psychological distress, especially among young veterinarians and veterinary support team members. In this episode and in h…

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8. How to Find Work Better Suited to Your Strengths 13:43

1+ y ago13:43

13:43

At work, do you feel like you’re not expressing your whole self? In the veterinary clinic, there’s likely aspects of what you do that you’re good at, but you feel like there’s large parts of who you are, that have to get left home at work. What if there is a way you can find work better suited to your strengths? In this episode, you’re going to fin…

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BONUS Episode: Workaholic to Wellbeing in Veterinary Medicine | Episode 36 | Reviving Vet Med 47:23

1+ y ago47:23

47:23

Do you ever feel like you’re on a hamster wheel that you cannot get off of? Have you been a “workaholic” since your pre-veterinary school years and can’t seem to break the habit? Do you feel like a “fake” or a “fraud” when it comes to your aptitude or abilities as a veterinary care provider? In this bonus episode, I am interviewed by Dr. Megan Spri…

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What Do You Do If Your Workplace Is Toxic? | Episode 35 | Reviving Vet Med 28:28

1+ y ago28:28

28:28

Focus group research has helped to identify what companion animal team members consider behaviors, attitudes, or situations that are prevalent in a toxic environment. While studies have shown that those who work in a toxic environment have higher burnout scores and lower job satisfaction, the good news is that there are ways to shift the culture an…

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7. ONE Simple Step to Figure Out Your Career Strengths. (with Jim Collison & Saurav Atri) 39:05

1+ y ago39:05

39:05

Chances I you've gone to veterinary school, got a very respectable degree and job and yet aren't satisfied in your current career. Something needs to change. So many vets have doubts about their careers. How do we find meaningful work while still paying the bills? In order to design a career that works for you, you need to identify your strengths. …

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6. ONE Daily Task to Help You Design Your Dream Career (RECAP) 8:24

1+ y ago8:24

8:24

You're wanting to make change in your life, but there's a few barriers to making change. There's a level of comfort in being a clinical vet. You mostly know what you're doing, it pays you comfortably, and you have friends in the industry. But imagine doing this job for another 30 years? Imagine a day of work is one page in the story of the rest of …

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5. How to Reframe Your Approach to Your Career 12:59

2y ago12:59

12:59

In Veterinary School, we're taught to focus on preventative medicine - NOT being the ambulance at the bottom of the cliff. But how do you use the same thinking to approach your career? - In this episode you’ll learn: How to reframe your approach to your career. Why you need to regularly measure key indicators of success in your life. How mentorship…

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How Do You Know If Your Workplace Is Toxic? | Episode 34 | Reviving Vet Med 24:27

2y ago24:27

24:27

Studies demonstrate that team members working in a companion animal practice that is perceived to be toxic have higher burnout scores and lower job satisfaction. With the short-staffing issues and attrition we are experiencing in veterinary medicine right now, a toxic environment is not something anyone wants. The question remains, how do you know …

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4. How to Change Careers Without Losing My Identity as a Veterinarian? (with Naomi Mellor) 42:02

2y ago42:02

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You're a vet considering a change of career. But how can you do this without losing your identity as a veterinarian? How do you handle the change in career, without a change in identity? Overcoming the expectations - and maybe even disappointment - of family and friends. Where will you fit in when you're no longer a clinical vet? - Our guest this w…

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BONUS Episode: If I Had Known Then | Episode 33 | Reviving Vet Med 48:53

2y ago48:53

48:53

How often do you look back at your life and think to yourself “If I had known then what I know now…”? In the context of mental health and wellbeing, this comes up often for me, in wishing that I had tools and strategies for burnout detection and management, as well as self-care and mental wellness early in my career. In today’s bonus episode, I am …

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3. How to Increase Your Happiness at Work 13:35

2y ago13:35

13:35

Have you ever wondered why some people seem so relaxed and happy at work? What are they doing differently to everyone else? While some people are naturally more happy than others, what if I could give you one thing to do for just 10 minutes a day? That would increase your happiness at work by about 10%. Would you do it? - In this episode you’ll lea…

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Bullying in Veterinary Workplaces | Episode 32 | Reviving Vet Med 30:55

2y ago30:55

30:55

Surveys demonstrate that approximately 50% of veterinary team members have experienced sustained harassment in the workplace. Workplace bullying is a rarely discussed but incredibly important problem in veterinary medicine and something that veterinary leaders, practice managers, and team members must take steps to mitigate or prevent. In today’s e…

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2. Why Self Awareness Matters and How to Increase Yours. 8:05

2y ago8:05

8:05

What if there was one thing you could do right now to improve your career? It's a simple task and it will take you less than a minute a day. Over time it will transform your career. - In this episode you’ll learn: What does self awareness really mean? How improving your self awareness will help you better understand what energises and drains you at…

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BONUS Meditation: Giving Yourself the Gift of Self-Compassion | Episode 30 | Reviving Vet Med 19:52

2y ago19:52

19:52

Veterinary team members, like all humans, are prone to making mistakes. This can be difficult to accept when the intention is to help, not harm, which can lead veterinary professionals to be self-critical when mistakes happen. Research demonstrates that veterinary students and healthcare providers who practice self-compassion are more resilient and…

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Is it Burnout or Depression? | Episode 31 | Reviving Vet Med 21:49

2y ago21:49

21:49

Research reveals that veterinarians experience depression more often compared to the average person, and that burnout is affecting between one-third to one-half of veterinary team members. Because there is significant overlap between symptoms of depression and burnout, yet differences in how they are managed or treated, it is important to better un…

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1. Am I the Only Vet Stuck in My Veterinary Career? 9:29

2y ago9:29

9:29

You're a vet and you may be thinking, 'Am I the only veterinarian stuck in my career?' What if the very thing you're worried about is more common than you think? The answer will surprise you. - In this episode you’ll learn: How common career doubts are in the veterinary industry. Why the decision you made to become a vet shouldn't define the rest …

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How to Inspire Wellbeing in Others | Episode 29 | Reviving Vet Med 22:26

2y ago22:26

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Given the high rates of psychological distress and burnout in veterinary medicine, many veterinary team members are considering education and advocacy in the context of wellbeing. Questions asked regularly are “How can I become a wellbeing advocate?” and “How can I get my team members to take better care of themselves?”. These incredibly important …

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Stuck in Your Veterinary Career? (Trailer) 8:02

2y ago8:02

8:02

Are you lost as to what to do next in your veterinary career? You’ve been a vet for a number of years and have reached a stage in your career where you know you’re not satisfied and you need change. But you feel financially trapped, and you’re unaware of other career options, especially close to where you live. Where on earth do you even start? I’m…

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Alternative Approaches to New Year’s Resolutions | Episode 28 | Reviving Vet Med 15:38

2y ago15:38

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If you’re like most people, then you probably resolve to change a habit or establish a novel habit when the New Year rolls around. Statistically speaking, more than one-third of people set a New Year’s resolution. Yet > 80% of those resolutions will have failed by mid-February. The good news is that if you enjoy the idea of using the New Year as a …

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Can Perfectionism Lead to Burnout? | Episode 27 | Reviving Vet Med 19:00

2y ago19:00

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There is no doubt that perfectionism can wreak havoc on our mental health and wellbeing. In fact, research demonstrates that veterinarians who experience perfectionism are more susceptible to distress during triggering stressful events. Likewise, physicians with self-oriented perfectionism are more likely to experience symptoms of burnout in the fo…

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