Let It Go
As human beings and future veterinarians, we live long and stressful days…we have too much to do, to learn, and to accomplish and but we haven’t learned to let things go yet. Letting go is not easy,...
View ArticleThe Daily Grind
In my humble opinion, a consistent routine is one of the most important aspects of the “daily grind.” I have had a nearly non-changing clinical schedule while working at Banfield over the past two...
View ArticleOpen Mic Legacy
Sometimes it feels as though clinic life can be all-consuming, and patients sometimes even make appearances in my dreams! It’s so important for me to have activities outside of work, and rather...
View ArticleAll The Good Songs
(Dedicated to Sunny, Zoe, and Eden) I’ve read the statistics. I’ve seen the countless Facebook posts that raise awareness. I’ve spoken with friends who have grappled with thoughts of suicide. But once...
View ArticleEndgame
Yes, many of us are familiar with the Avengers superhero movie. But here I am referring to the last portion of a chess game when the board is empty save for the kings, maybe some knights, bishops, or...
View ArticleHappiness Within
In spite of all the personal excitement I have had over this past month, the joys of moving to a new city with my wife, finding an awesome job, and meeting new patients, the death of a friend puts...
View Article5 Things You Can Do When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
Have you ever felt like you “need a break”? Or that you’re mentally overwhelmed/drained? And you don’t know what you can do to take some time for yourself? We’ve all been there! And sometimes you just...
View ArticleTraining The Mind
35.99. This number was discussed frequently during a conversation between Tim Ferriss and Jim Loehr on the former’s eponymous podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show. Jim Loehr is a psychologist who works with...
View ArticleImposter Syndrome as a Student
In her first vlog for Student Stories, Amanda (also known as @Student Vet Amanda to her YouTube fans) dives into the topic of Imposter Syndrome and how she copes with feelings of doubt in veterinary...
View ArticleThe Worst Advice For New Veterinary Students
Welcome, veterinary medicine class of 2026! I’m sure everyone you already know in vet school is eager to give you the most thoughtful, inciteful advice as you count the days to the wonderful journey...
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