The Veterinary Life Coach® Podcast with Dr. Julie Cappel

Stanley Bronstein is an attorney, CPA, life coach, and a multi-book author focused on two big missions: helping people reach their maximum potential and helping those who need it, to lose weight permanently through healthy, sustainable lifestyle change  - without drugs or surgery.  Stanley created The Way to Excellence, a structured personal development system centered on living excellence as a way of life, and he has written several books on the topic, all of which he makes available on his website.  Today we will talk about what really drives lasting change - including willingness, belief, discipline, and commitment - and how to align mindset, healthy eating, and movement for a life that keeps getting better. Learn more about Stanley at thewayofexcellence.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Ron Sosa is a Certified Practice Manager and a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional.  He is a neuroinclusive leadership coach, author, and the host of the Left Unattended Podcast. He is also the founder of his own coaching business called Syn-Apt. He has a new book called Rewriting The Rules: A Leadership Model for Neuroinclusive, Human-Centered Workplaces. Learn more about Ron at Syn-Apt.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com    

Dr. Jyothi Alagappan is Vice President of Medical Operations at Thrive Pet Healthcare's East Group.  She previously servedas an Area Medical Director with THRIVE Affordable Vet Care and has built a career based on expanding access to veterinary care, including opening multiple general practice and emergency hospitals nationwide. She earned her bachelor's degree in neuroscience and behavioral biology from Emory University and her veterinary degree from St. George's University, followed by a rotating internship in emergency and specialty care in Atlanta.  Learn more about Dr. Alagappan on Linkedin Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Hailey Coleman is a trauma-informed intuative coach who blends somatic nervous system regulation, emotional clarity work, and psychic insight to help overwhelmed women and high- achieving adults move from stress, anxiety, and survival mode into deep calm and confidence. She has a background in mental health education, addiction awareness, and high performance coaching. She has designed a signature 12 week process called "Self-healing Hub". Today we talk about how stress blocks intuition, how the nervous system influences our purpose, and how we can all claim a calm, grounded version of ourselves.  Learn more about Hailey at hailey-colman.com Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Doug Lynam is an author, speaker, and coach who helps clients align money with their values and purpose.  We talked on podcast #370 about money and how money psychology, purpose, and self-awareness can transform not only financial health but overall well-being. Today we continue that conversation by working through the 9 Enneagram types and learning how many people can fall into predictable money traps. Learn more about Doug at douglynam.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

MJ Murray Vachon LCSW is the Creator and Founder of Inner Challenge, a mental wellness program launched in 1993 and taught for 21 years in junior high schools and Notre Dame Football. She hosts a podcast entitled "Creating Midlife Calm", chosen by Maria Shriver as her "Listen of the Week" in January 2024.  She is the Co-Author of The Power and Pain of Nursing: Self-Care Practices to Protect & Replenish Compassion.  She has had more than 50,000 therapy sessions supporting clients through anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, and life transitions.  Today MJ and Julie talk about what mental wellness really means for veterinarians working under chronic stress, and how understanding it helps you intentionally cultivate it.  Learn more about MJ at MJMurryVachon.com Reach Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Jessica Ostermeier is the founder and owner of Ball-Chatham Veterinary Services in Pawnee, Illinois.  She graduated in 2012 from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and started her practice in 2015.  Jessica is a business owner, entrepreneur, and working mother of two boys.  On today's podcast, Julie and Jessica discuss what it takes to be an entrepreneur, hospital owner, and mother juggling all of life's challenges, and how leadership and life coaching helped her go from simply surviving to thriving in her business and her life. Learn more about Jessica at Ballchathamvet.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Walter Dusseldorp is a Leadership Coach, dynamic speaker and engaging storyteller.  He is a passionate advocate for personal development and mentorship, dedicated to empowering individuals to unlock their full potential.  Walter is the founder of TheDutchMentor.com, where he shares valuable resources and tools for personal and professional growth. Learn more about Walter at thedutchmentor.com Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

Our mindset is something that influences every part of our lives and careers.  Nothing will change and nothing will be accomplished if we don't work on our state of mind. Most of us were not taught to manage our minds or handle negative emotions and that is why we struggle so much to feel mentally well. Managing your thoughts is a skill that can be taught and learned.  Thoughts shape everything, so it means everything to understand them.  Today's discussion will help you to understand the steps to take to better manage your mind and create the focused life that you desire. Contact Julie to learn more and get coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Jorie Houlihan is an ADHD life coach, public speaker, and educator who specializes in working with women diagnosed later in life.  After living with undiagnosed ADHD until age 49, she brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges, strengths, and perspectives that come with late discovery.  She is also the host of the new podcast ADHD & ... with Jorie Houlihan.  Her mission is to help ADHD women feel empowered by their ADHD so they can move from simply getting by to truly thriving. Learn more about Jorie at joriehoulihan.com Contact Julie for coaching of comments at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Sarah Hilliard is a small animal veterinarian with 15 years of experience spanning specialty medicine, general practice, industry, and hospital leadership.  She graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 completed a rotating internship at Colorado State University and part of a small animal residency at Ohio State before moving to general practice. After six years in the clinic she shifted into non-clinical roles with Banfeild acquisitions and Zoitis as a professional services veterinarian. In 2023 she became a Pod Owner with PetVet365 and now owns two clinics with them in the North Denver area.  Today she tells us about her experience with severe burnout early in her career which led her to her passion for breaking the stigma around mental health in the veterinary profession. Contact Dr. Hilliard at [email protected] Contact Julie for Coaching or comments at theveterinarylifecoach.com Buy "Love Your Veterinary Life" by Dr. Julie Cappel on Amazon  

Mikaela Kate Schaefer is a Leadership Trainer, Speaker, and Coach.  She has over 15 years of experience in developing men and women leaders from college-age and beyond, and trains teams from 5 to 200, as well as countless one on one coaching experiences.  She is the CEO of her open personal and professional coaching and training business, where she works with the manufacturing and retail industry, the financial and legal secotor, start-up businesses, and with various independent sales teams. Learn more about Mikaela at mikaelakate.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Kenneth Pierce is a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist, and the owner of Veterinary Vision Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. He is the Chief Executive Officer at VESPECON Veterinary Specialty Consultants - a comprehensive network of veterinary specialists for business and clinical advisory support, insurance claim review, continuing education, and more.  Dr. Pierce empowers general practitioners with accessable specialty knowledge that enhances patient outcome and clinic stability. Learn more about Dr. Pierce and VESPECON at vespecon.com Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Len Lopez is a nutrition and fitness expert as well as an inventor. For over 25 years he has trained as a Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Applied Kinesiologist, and Chiropractic Sports Physician. He was a regular guest on "Good Morning Texas" and "Natural Health Made Simple" and has hosted a show on OnePlace.com.  He has written for many publications and developed the 5 Steps Program.  Today Dr. Lopez and Dr. Cappel talk about the links between our physical and mental health and how we can balance our lives better.  Learn more about Dr. Lopez at drlenlopez.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

On today's episode we talk about daily habits and how they shape our life.  Habits are often unintentional, but if we focus on better intention we can change the course of our lives for the better.  How do we improve our habits and how do we stay on track when life gets complicated? Try Life Coaching if you want to change your life for the better! Contact Julie for Coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

Doug Lynam is an author, speaker, financial advisor, and business coach who helps clients align money with their deepest values and purpose.  Doug's journey as a Marine, a Monk, and a Money Manager allows him a unique perspective when it comes to helping others with finances. He is the author of From Monk to Money Manager and Taming Your Money Monster: Nine Paths to Money Mastery with the Enneagram and he created a popular TEDx talk on finding purpose in wealth which has garnered over 400,000 views.  Today Doug will teach us to think about our money differently and begin the journey to understaning our Enneagram and how it influences our relationship with money. Learn more about Doug at douglynam.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Did you get to the end of last year and wonder how it all went by so fast?  Do you feel like your days pass and you don't get what you want, make meaningful changes, or feel fulfilled? On this episode we talk about focusing on slowing down, thinking about who you want to be and how you want to feel this year.  We go through five steps to changing your focus, working on how you want to feel this year, and how to set boundaries for your future. You can change your thinking to feel better and create more meaningful action to make this year your best. For help contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com Buy Julie's Book Love Your Veterinary Life on Amazon

Dr. Lee Pope is a seasoned veterinarian with over 13 years of experience in small animal medicine, surgery, and practice leadership. A Graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veteirnary Medicine, he spent nearly a decade as the owner of Lawrenceville-Suwanee Animal Hospital before serving as Co-Medical Director for CareVet's Lawrenceville-Suwanee and Premier Veterinary Hospitals. In these roles, he combined hands-on patient care with strategic leadership developing medical protocols, mentoring veterinary teams, and optimizing operations.  He now serves as Veterinarian Services Consultant for Revelation Pharmacy.  Dr. Pope was recently certified as a Pet Grief Support Specialist  and is back today to discuss grief and how we can be more open and honest about euthanasia, understand our clients' grief, and support our teams through the emotions that we experience daily in our profession.  Contact Dr. Pope on Linkedin at Dr. Lee Pope Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Mike Mossop is the Chief Veterinary Officer at CoVet, where he leads the in-house medical team. Drawing on a broad clinical background in emergency and general practice, Mike ensures that CoVet's AI-powered solutions are built with veterinary professionals and real-world usability in mind.  CoVet is an AI-powered assistant built by veterinary professionals who understand the realities of life in the clinic - designed to simplify operations and reduce administraative strain.  Today, Dr. Mossop talks about his journey to CoVet and how he currently helps veterinarians design a better work balance. Find out more about Dr. Mossop at Co.vet Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

As we get ready to welcome in the new year, let's take some time to reflect on last year and plan for our future.  You can, and you will make this new year shine if you approach it with intention and optimism.  Let's begin with preparing for the future - not with pressure or unrealistic resolutions - but with intention, clarity, and courage.  With a little effort and work on your mindset the upcoming months and years will be the best you have ever experienced.  Here's to 2026!  Happy New Year and may all your dreams come true. Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dimer Bently is an executive productivity coach, Co-founder of Lifehack Method and a Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Winning The Week - How to Plan a Successful Week, Every Week. His team has helped over 100,000 professionals to prevent burnout and create more freedom in their lives. Dimer's work has been featured on ABC News, Forbes, Washington Post, Fox News Radio, and Business Insider.   Learn more about Dimer at Lifehackmethod.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

Wende Whitus is a Keynote Speaker, Author, and the founder of Personal Retreat Day. She is also a freelance location scout for movie and commercial producations.  Wende is passionate about teaching people the value of prioritizing one day every month to invest in their well-being and personal development. Wende is the author of a guided journal called Your Rhythm of Rest and Reflection. On this podcast Wende and Julie discuss the importance of self-care to mental and physical health.  Learn more about Wende at personalretreatday.com Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Candice Van Dertholen is a Holistic Practitioner and Founder of The Warrior Within Healing.  She is dedicated to helping others reconnect with themselves during their most difficult transitions. Her practice Grounded Spirituality invites clients to bring their spiritual connection fully to daily life, creating deeper purpose. Beyond her private practice Candice serves on the Board of the Center for Death Education, the Advisory Board for HR-4U Inc., and as Chapter Lead for the Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce. Learn more about Candice at thewarriorwithinghealing.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Jenny Lytle is a nurse for over 30 years specializing in hospice and end-of-life care. She is the author of the book Self-Care Isn't Selfish - The Compassionate Nurses's Step-by-Step Guide to personalized Stress Relief.  Jenny helps nurses and other caregivers through her proprietary Becoming Method®, providing practical, personalized strategies to manage stress, prioritize self-care, and continue caring for others with greater impact.  Learn more about Jenny at jennylytle.com Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach

Thanksgiving is here, what better time to pause, breathe, and reflect on the things that bring meaning and joy - both at home and at work.  Let's spend some time together talking about what it really means to be grateful. Thanksgiving is a holiday built around appreciation, but as you may know, gratitude is not just a once-a-year activity. Gratitude is one of the most powerful tools we have to improve our mindset and emotional well-being. Join Julie on the podcast for a look at Thanksgiving gratitude. Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com Schedule a free coaching session at theveterinarylifecoach.com/coach Buy Julie's Book, Love Your Veterinary Life on Amazon

Sir Thomas Equels MS, JD, is a decorated Vietnam Combat Veteran, civil rights attorney, lifelong horseman, and author of The Horseman's Tale.  He is the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross and The Purple Heart awards. He currently serves as CEO of AIM Immunotech where he researches treatment for pancreatic cancer. Tom's powerful debut novel explores the healing bond between humans and horses and the journey from trauma to transformation. Drawing on his real-life experiences as both a soldier and a horseman, Tom shares how horses helped him rebuild trust, rediscover peace, and inspire others to do the same. Learn more about Tom at thehorsemenstale.com Contect Julie at Theveterinarylifecoach.com    

Dr. Susan Sayles is a veterinarian with 29 years of small animal experience and one year of mixed animal experience.  She was a hospital owner for 23 years and is currently the Medical Director of Brooklyn Road Veterinary Clinic.  She is a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional and holds a certificate in applied positive psychology. She is also a talented speaker with strong leadership, management, and practice culture focus. She is also past president of the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association and serves on multiple committees for the MVMA. Learn more about Dr. Sayles on Linkedin Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Nicole Bright is a dedicated mother of two, author, motivational speaker, and a Certified Life Coach that specializes in helping people heal after divorce. She has always harbored a passion for personal growth and started a coaching practice to encourage and uplift women of all ages. Nicole helps people flourish by guiding them toward productive goal-oriented lives. Through her coaching and speaking she helps people put their lives back together. Learn more about Nicole at nicolebright.com Contact Julie for coaching or to buy her book at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Sonja Olson spent 25 years as a small animal and exotic emergency veterinarian and developed a passion for veterinary well-being awareness and healthy coping strategies. This lead her to become a Veterinary Wellness Educator for Blue Pearl where she created initiatives and resources to foster a more compassionate, healthy caregiving community. She currently has her own business, Heart-stroming Wellness,  supporting veterinary associates through podcasts, writing, speaking, and collaborating with others like her. Learn more about Dr. Olson at Sonjaolsondvm.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Danny Brassell is a recognized authority on leadership development, reading, motivation and communication skills.  Dr. Brassell is a highly sought after speaker, trainer and coach.  He has spoken to over 3500 audiences worldwide and authored over 18 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He helps entrepreneurs, executives, and business owners boost their income, freedom, and impact by leveraging speaking on stages as a major client lead source. Danny is on a mission to bring JOY back into education and the workplace. Learn more about Danny at  freestoryguide.com Coach with Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Leanne Mathew is a former emergency veterinarian, a Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian from the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy. She graduated from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. After her schooling she worked as an emergency veterinarian, then transitioned to working for Lap of Love while working relief in the ER. She now works as the Veterinary Hiring Manager for Lap of Love where she is passionate about sharing euthinasia and communication best practice with colleagues and support staff. Learn more about Leanne and Lap of Love at lapoflove.com Email Leanne at [email protected] Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

Alexandre Contreras is a veterinary technician turned entrepreneur and philanthropist - the Founder and President of Innovational Pet Product Division LLC, and PetTrio Charity, Inc.  He is a Certified Canine Massage Therapist, and opened DogApy - a canine massage therapy service company.  He invented and patented the first every 3-in-1 pet nail clipper called KlipTrio.  Learn more about Alexandre at Kliptrio.com On LinkedIn at Alexandre Contreras Reach Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Nicolette Nierras is the founder of Nic Nierras Wholistic Lifestyle, a coaching platform dedicated to helping individuals achieve balance, success, and inner peace through holistic methods. Nic is also the host of the You're Worthless Podcast, where she invites listeners on an introspective journey of self-worth challenging societal norms, and inspiring transformation. Her mission is to empower individuals to break free from limiting beliefs, emotional obstacles, and unfulfilling careers to create lives of purpose and abundance. Learn more about Nic at nicnierraswholisticlifestyle.com Contact Julie for coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Dr. Cliff Redford is a veterinarian, hospital owner, podcaster and world traveler. He spends his time when he is not in the clinic rescuing animals all across the globe.  He is a regular guest expert on Canada's #1 daytime talk show, The Morning Show.  Dr. Redford graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1998 and 18 months later he purchased Wellington Veterinary Hospital in Markham Ontario, Canada.  Learn more about Dr. Redford at Dr. Cliff Worldwide Vet Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

Dr. Lee Pope is a seasoned veterinarian with over thirteen years of experience in small animal medicine, surgery, and practice leadership. A graduate of University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, he spent nearly a decade as the owner of Lawrenceville-Suwanee Animal Hospital before serving as Co-medical Director for CareVet's  Lawrenceville-Suwanee and Premier Veterinary Hospitals.  He now serves as Veterinarian Services Consultant for Revelation Pharma. Dr. Pope talks about his career as a hospital owner and his transition to Service Consultant.  Learn more about Dr. Pope at Revelationpharma.com and LinkedIn Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron is one of the most interesting and transformative books that I have read on personal growth and creativity.  Veterinarians are creative people, but somewhere along the way we lose the joy of creativity to the structure of medicine. In this book Julia challenges us to explore our creative selves by participating in certain activities; Morning Pages, Artist Dates, and noticing the inner critic. These activities unlock our creative potential and bring more joy to our lives and our work.  On this podcast I go through some of the basic principles of the book and challenge all of us to increase our creativity and restore some childlike magic back into our veterinary lives.  Learn more about Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com Contact Julie at [email protected]    

What happens when the job that defined you for decades no longer fits?  Dr. Jennifer Edwards returns to discuss that transition from skilled veterinary professional and hospital owner to leadership coach and speaker.   Dr. Jennifer Edwards is a veterinarian of over 25 years, a leadership coach and active speaker.  She build and sold a successful veterinary practice, and now helps veterinary professionals create positive changes in both their personal and professional lives through proven leadership strategies and evidence-based coaching methods.  She currently serves as the Wellness Committee Chair for the New Hampshire Veterinary Medical Association. Find out more about Dr. Edwards at Drjenniferedwards.com Contect Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Today we are going to unpack what "being nice" really means in the context of client service - and how to do it in a way that doesn't burn you out or compromise your ethics, values, and morals.  Hospital reviews show that our clients want to feel cared for, safe, respected and heard.  When we are stressed, sometimes we lose the ability to be kind and patient and that is exactly what gets us into trouble with miscommunication and client dissatisfaction.  Let's see if we can turn the negativity around simply by sharing a little kindness. Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com Buy Love Your Veterinary Life on Amazon!

Commitment is essential for our work, our purpose, and for taking care of ourselves.  Commitments are intentional choices that we make to keep showing up, even when it gets difficult, or when our feelings start to change.  We have a commitment to animal welfare, lifelong learning, and to ourselves.  This commitment must be honored in order to build our best life.  We may not always feel good about our day, but our commitment to our profession and our mental health is what makes it all worthwhile.   Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com Buy Julie's book on Amazon - Love Your Veterinary Life - The Veterinary Life Coach Guide to Harnessing Your Mind and Building and Incredible Life

Self-discipline is the ability to control one's behavior and actions to achieve goals or maintain a certain standard of conduct. It involves making  sacrifices, staying focused, and resisting immediate pleasures for long-term benefits. Veterinarians struggle with self-discipline because we have an unpredictable job and we tend to be people pleasers.  On this episode we discuss tools to overcome procrastination and be more self-disciplined. Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com Buy Julie's Book on Amazon - Love Your Veterinary Life

Optimism is the belief that things will generally turn out well, or that we have the tools to make them better, even when circumstances are not perfect. Optimism is a difficult feeling to adopt, but if we work to feel more optimistic it will change our outlook on life and begin to make us feel better in general. On this podcast we discuss optimism and some basic daily practices to help us turn negative feelings into more optimism. Contact Julie for coaching or comments at Theveterinarylifecoach.com

Michael D. Levitt is the founder and Chief Burnout Officer of the Breakfast Leadership Network, a media firm dedicated to addressing burnout and improving workplace culture.  He is a certified NLP (Neuro-linguistic Programing) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Therapist, and hosts the popular Breakfast Leadership Network Podcast. Michael has authored books on burnout prevention and has experience in leadership, coaching, and personal development. Learn more about Michael at breakfastleadership.com

Dr. Rick LeCouteur is a veterinarian, author, and conservation photographer.  His journey has evolved beyond clinics and teaching as a veterinary neurologist, to the enchanting realm of children's literature, including his latest book, "Nasty Names are Hurtful: An Australian White Ibis in the City".   He is working on a new book, for adults, about his time as a young veterinarian and his internship experiences with the real life author James Herriott (Alfred Wight) and his partner Siegfried Farnon (Donald Sinclair).  To see his photography and learn more about his books visit ricklecouteur.com  For coaching or suggestions for the podcast contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

On this episode of the podcast we discuss authenticity.  In our veterinary world we are expected to show up in a variety of ways every day.  We are leaders, friends, mentors, grief counselors, and decision makers.  We are not often encouraged to get in touch with our own emotions and needs.  Let's talk about how to begin to learn about ourselves and speak up for our wants and needs in an authentic way. Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Tigrilla Gardenia, BM MS is a Nature-inspired Mentor and Certified Life Coach ICF PCC. She empowers multipassionate alternative thinkers to harness their brilliance and overcome self-doubt through deep collaboration with the plant world.  Combining over 25 years of experience in the arts, technology, communication, and eco-social innovation, Tigrilla merges plant neurobiology, eco-system thinking, community dynamics, and esoteric teachings to help evolve limiting beliefs, unify passions, and help people thrive alongside plant collaborators. Tigrilla is also the host of the ReConnect with Plant Wisdom Podcast. Learn more about Tigrilla at tigrillagardenia.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com  

Dr. Ruth Mannschreck is a dentist, business strategist, and founder of Shoreline Strategies LLC.  She has over thirty years of experience in private dental practice. After a life-altering experience with her daughter's NICU stay, she reimagined her business, reducing her hours while boosting revenue. This shift inspired her to develop a streamlined business model centered on efficient systems, high-performing teams, and thriving company culture.  Dr. Ruth helps entrepreneurs build scalable businesses and unlock their full potential, ensuring they get maximum value when the time is right to sell.  Her transformative programs are called Business By Design and Prep It To Sell.  Learn more about Dr. Mannschreck at shorelinestrategies.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Lauren Berlin is a Parent Success Catalyst, Certified Coach, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, and Educational Psychologist with over twenty years of experience helping families thrive. Lauren is a go-to resource for parents seeking practical science-backed strategies such as mindful parenting, effective communication, and stress management.  Today Lauren and Julie discuss how to have difficult conversations, resolve conflict, and handle client problems with grace and clarity.  Learn more about Lauren laurenberlincoaching.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Sam Jayanti is the founder and CEO of ideamix coaching, a performance coaching company dedicated to empowering professionals to activate their potential and accelerate their success. Under her leadership, ideamix coaching has expanded its services to a diverse range of companies, teams, and individuals offering tailored talent assessments and flexible coaching solutions. Sam's vision and expertise have redefined how organizations and boards invest in their leaders, setting new standards in performance and development. Learn more about Sam at ideamix.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com

As Veterinarians we sometimes struggle with Compassion Fatigue. Compassion fatigue is not the same as general burnout, though the two often go hand in hand.  Burnout stems from overwork, long hours, and chronic stress.  Compassion Fatigue, on the other hand, is more emotional and relational.  On this podcast let's talk about compassion fatigue and what we can do to begin to work our way out of it and prevent it from damaging our love for our veterinary career. Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com 

David Aizuss is a seasoned financial professional dedicated to helping individuals navigate the intricacies of student loans. With a background as a commercial real estate appraiser David developed a sharp eye for financial nuances and honed his analytical skills.  As a student loan advisor, David brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. His experience in both commercial real estate and mortage lending uniquely positions him to offer comprehensive insightes into financial planning. Learn more about David at studentloanplanner.com Contact Julie at theveterinarylifecoach.com