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#219: Do you care too much? The relationship between stress and caring in VetMed.

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In this episode of The Joyful DVM Podcast, Dr. Cari Wise explores the connection between stress, anxiety, and compassion in veterinary medicine. She discusses how the emotional highs and lows of the profession are natural and not indicators of personal failure.

Key Takeaways

  1. Stress & Anxiety Reflect Compassion – The extent to which we experience stress is directly related to how much we care. It is not a sign of failure but a natural part of being in a compassionate profession.
  2. Client Interactions & Emotions – Clients who appear aggressive or frustrated often act out of fear and concern for their pets. Recognizing this can help veterinarians maintain perspective and respond with understanding.
  3. You Cannot Control Client Choices – A veterinarian's job is to provide medical recommendations, but clients ultimately decide on the course of action. Their choices do not reflect the veterinarian’s worth or ability.
  4. Comparison Leads to Self-Doubt – Assuming colleagues have it "all together" based on appearances can lead to unnecessary self-judgment. Everyone experiences stress differently.
  5. Veterinary Medicine is Full of Uncertainty – Outcomes are never guaranteed, and there will always be unknowns in veterinary practice. Accepting this helps reduce pressure and unrealistic expectations.
  6. Money and Veterinary Care – Charging for veterinary services is necessary and ethical. The cost of care does not diminish the value of the veterinarian or the services they provide.
  7. Letting Go of the Need to "Fix" Emotions – Experiencing stress and anxiety does not mean something is wrong with you. The goal isn’t to eliminate these emotions but to acknowledge and move through them without self-judgment.

Resources & Links:

  1. Website: www.joyfuldvm.com
  2. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/18257625/
  3. Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyfuldvm
  4. Facebook: www.facebook.com/JoyfulDVM/

✨ If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow veterinary professional who might need to hear it!

Music Credit: Music by Lesfm from Pixabay

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Manage episode 472233593 series 2900678
Content provided by Dr. Cari Wise, DVM, MAEd, Certified Life Coach, Dr. Cari Wise, DVM, and Certified Life Coach. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dr. Cari Wise, DVM, MAEd, Certified Life Coach, Dr. Cari Wise, DVM, and Certified Life Coach or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode of The Joyful DVM Podcast, Dr. Cari Wise explores the connection between stress, anxiety, and compassion in veterinary medicine. She discusses how the emotional highs and lows of the profession are natural and not indicators of personal failure.

Key Takeaways

  1. Stress & Anxiety Reflect Compassion – The extent to which we experience stress is directly related to how much we care. It is not a sign of failure but a natural part of being in a compassionate profession.
  2. Client Interactions & Emotions – Clients who appear aggressive or frustrated often act out of fear and concern for their pets. Recognizing this can help veterinarians maintain perspective and respond with understanding.
  3. You Cannot Control Client Choices – A veterinarian's job is to provide medical recommendations, but clients ultimately decide on the course of action. Their choices do not reflect the veterinarian’s worth or ability.
  4. Comparison Leads to Self-Doubt – Assuming colleagues have it "all together" based on appearances can lead to unnecessary self-judgment. Everyone experiences stress differently.
  5. Veterinary Medicine is Full of Uncertainty – Outcomes are never guaranteed, and there will always be unknowns in veterinary practice. Accepting this helps reduce pressure and unrealistic expectations.
  6. Money and Veterinary Care – Charging for veterinary services is necessary and ethical. The cost of care does not diminish the value of the veterinarian or the services they provide.
  7. Letting Go of the Need to "Fix" Emotions – Experiencing stress and anxiety does not mean something is wrong with you. The goal isn’t to eliminate these emotions but to acknowledge and move through them without self-judgment.

Resources & Links:

  1. Website: www.joyfuldvm.com
  2. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/18257625/
  3. Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyfuldvm
  4. Facebook: www.facebook.com/JoyfulDVM/

✨ If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow veterinary professional who might need to hear it!

Music Credit: Music by Lesfm from Pixabay

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