The Inner Critic
How does your inner critic speak to you? Mine is nasty. I am understanding that I do not have to endure being spoken AT but that I can enter into a conversation with my inner critic. Try it. It may change your perspective. #empoweredmindset #kindness #ease
Sigh....nature allows me to relax and to be. #nature #peace #selflovematters
Hi everyone. I am taking some time out in the Kruger National Park. This is the Crocodile River - flowing strongly. One of the things I love to experience is nature. It soothes my Soul and calms my stresses.
I recently did an exercise where I wrote down 100 things/people/activities that I love. Many of them involved nature. I noticed that I did not connect with nature for many years - not in any form that sustained me. That is changing, starting immediately.
What do you love? What nourishes you? Comment below.
The Phoenix
The legend of the phoenix rising from the ashes is so apt. As we move out of grief and into a new future, we create a new version of ourselves. #empoweredmindset #veterinarylife #ease
Try a Novel Approach - Ask for Help Step 4
The story I have told myself since childhood is that no one is to be trusted and I can do it on my own. It's taken a long time for me to admit that these are stories and not the truth. Finally, I am asking for help. #empowered #selfcompassionjourney #veterinarylife
How to Create a Huge Impact
Sharing your story can make a difference in the life of one person. That one person will go on to influence many others. Do not underestimate the value you add to the world by speaking up. Be brave and tell your story! #NOMV #notonemorevetsupportstaff #NotOneMoreVet #vetrehabbers #veterinarynurse #veterinarytechnician #veterinarian #burnoutprevention
Be Angry - Step 3
Anger is a well documented stage of grief. It is important to find ways to release the anger and the feeling that life is unfair. In this video I describe what I did. #grief #empowered #selfcompassionjourney
Participate in your own Healing Step 2
When we feel such deep despair and overwhelm it seems as though we have no control. In order to move out of overwhelm of any kind, including burnout, it is imperative that you actively engage with your own healing. You know what is best for you.
#notonemorevetsupportstaff #NOMV #empowered #vetrehabbers #veterinarynurse #burnoutprevention #veterinarytechnician #veterinary
NOMV - Share your Story!
Veterinary professionals experience a great deal of stress. It's becoming increasingly important to share your stories, to eliminate any stigma associated with a "diagnosis". Let's build a community of vet professionals that care for and about each other.
#NOMV #notonemorevetsupportstaff #NotOneMoreVet #vetrehabbers #veterinarynurse #veterinarytechnician #veterinarian
Shed your Tears - Step 1
The first step in moving through grief is to allow the process. In our busy world, we swiftly move onto the next item that is on our "to do" list. This means that grief can become stuck in our body and later it may cause disease. In this video I chat about what I did to be able to get up in the morning. I reached a point where I realised, "I am okay." #grief #ease
4 Things to do When Grief is Overwhelming
When faced with enormous grief - it is debilitating. This is my story of beginning to move through the sense of overwhelm and despair I experienced after saying goodbye to one of my horses. #grief #petloss #selfcompassionjourney
Sharing Grief, Overwhelm and Despair
This is the first of a number of videos that explores my journey into (and out of) grief, overwhelm and despair. If you are experiencing any of these debilitating conditions - you are not alone. #veterinarian #veterinarytechnician #veterinarynurse #vetrehabbers #petloss #grief #NotOneMoreVet #NOMV
Saying Farewell
This week I said goodbye to one of my horses. I won't lie - it's been tough. Even in these moments of overwhelming sadness there is room for love, and there is space for learning. I have no words for the gratitude I hold for Hugh, my husband; Neil my son and his partner Michelle; my hydro team; the Masterful Connections Soul Group; and my "Lover" Susan. The support and love I have received knows no bounds. The final process was calm, peaceful and filled with love. It is one of the greatest acts of service I have ever performed. Eternal gratitude to Tokoloshe for his gift. RIP Handsome Boy.
It is time for Veterinary Professionals to make a Stand! Not One More Vet or Veterinary Professional
Being threatened in practice, is very real. Begin to evaluate how you feel about clients. Listen to your front-desk team members. They may voice misgivings about a certain client. Support them instead of thinking it is their imagination. Build a psychologically safe place within your business. Begin to stand against bad behaviour. It's not worth the money. Rudeness and abuse simply wear you down. Make a decision about your business values today. #NOMV #NOMVSS
How to Take Control of Factors Beyond your Control
A few small changes can make an enormous difference to your quality of life. Take back your power, one step at a time. #veterinarynurse #veterinarytechnician #veterinarianlife #veterinarian #vetrehabbers #ease
On the subject of power, and feeling powerless...my needs are not being met. Watch the video to see the relevance in your own life. #veterinarian #veterinarylife #vetrehabbers #veterinarytechnician #veterinarynurse #takebackyourpower
The Prostitute Archetype...Let me Explain!
The theme for the next few weeks is power. How often do you feel powerless? I frequently feel that way so I have made a decision to investigate how this presents itself in my life and why. Watch the video and then please comment.
Working with Grief
The third way to help to feel more at ease with your loss is to create rituals that celebrate the life of your loved one that has crossed over. #grief #petloss #celebratelife #kindness #ease #peace
Taking the Edge off Grief
The second action that helps to move into the process of grief, is to remember. There are numerous ways of doing this. Take a look at my video. #grief #petloss #celebratelife #kindness #selfcompassionjourney #veterinarynurse #veterinarytechnician #veterinarian
Work with Your Grief 1
There are a few things that you can do to take the edge off your pain after losing a beloved pet. Start with being kind - to yourself. #vetrehabbers #kindness #selfcompassionjourney #veterinarynurse #veterinarytechnician #veterinarian