Financial wellness is a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing, yet it often remains a neglected topic in our daily conversations. In this Wellness Wisdom podcast, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk sits down with Jillian Carr, a seasoned Financial Education Specialist dedicated to serving the veterinary community. Together, they delve into the latest research on how debt and financial advice impact veterinary wellbeing, offering practical tips on finding the right financial advisor, building savings,...

Sleep is one of the most underrated strategies for mental and physical health and well-being. Research demonstrates that adults who consistently get less than 6 hours of sleep per night are predisposed to many health problems. Unfortunately, more than 30% of people experience insomnia and with the constant pull of work and technology, getting a good night’s sleep is increasingly challenging. During this webcast, veterinary wellness advocate and Thrive! collaborator, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk will...

Understanding the toll of burnout on veterinarians is crucial for supporting well-being in veterinary medicine. In this Wellness Wisdom video, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk speaks with Dr. Andria Jones, a distinguished epidemiologist at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, to delve into the profound impact of burnout on Canadian veterinarians. Drawing from her extensive expertise in veterinary medicine and epidemiology, Dr. Jones discusses her research findings and proposes practical...

Perfectionism is a common but often overlooked challenge in the veterinary field. In this Wellness wisdom video, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk talks with Dr. Leann Benedetti, a veterinarian with nearly 30 years of experience, about its impact on veterinary wellbeing. Dr. Benedetti, who has built and managed her own mobile practice and hospital, shares strategies for recognizing and managing perfectionist tendencies to lower the risk of burnout and compassion fatigue. With expertise in healthcare...

Mistakes are a normal part of veterinary practice and often result in guilt, shame, or blame. These situations frequently lead to negative self-talk or avoidance behaviours that cause individuals to withdraw from work or exit the profession altogether. During this webcast, veterinary wellness advocate and Thrive! collaborator, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk will cover practical strategies for dealing with mistakes in veterinary practice and demonstrate the benefits of positive self-talk and...

Despite the busyness of veterinary practice, much of our days can be spent sedentary, sitting in front of a computer returning client calls or completing medical records. Long periods spent at our desk can lead to muscle soreness or tightness and the accumulation of stress in our body. Ensuring that you move your body by standing up, changing positions, or stretching every 20-30 minutes is key to preventing stress buildup or tension in the body. During this 15-minute video, Dr. Marie...

Yoga nidra, also known as "yogic sleep," is a powerful technique from the ancient yogic tradition that induces a state of deep relaxation while maintaining awareness. Research demonstrates that those who practise yoga nidra have enhanced activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, as well as reduced symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. Yoga nidra offers numerous benefits for veterinary care providers, including stress reduction, improved sleep, and mind-body integration. This...

Feeling stressed about a conversation with a difficult client? Or anxious before going into a challenging surgery? Or stuck ruminating on a tense moment with a coworker that occurred the day before? Breathing exercises are a simple and easy way for you to calm your central nervous system and deactivate the fight or flight response. Watch this video and listen as veterinary wellness advocate and Thrive! collaborator, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk guides you through FIVE quick breathing exercises that...

The practice of mindfulness meditation has been shown to reduce burnout, enhance self-care, decrease mistakes, and improve focus among healthcare providers. When practiced routinely, mindfulness also has mental and physical health benefits including reduced depression and anxiety, enhanced energy, and improved cardiovascular health. This 20-minute mindfulness meditation session is brought to you by Thrive! and guided by Marie Holowaychuk, DVM, Dipl. ACVECC, CYT. Listen to Dr. Marie’s voice as...