The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast

Gunila Pedersen

Learn how to tackle the overwhelm, difficult clients (and colleagues!), emotional toll, high expectations and the general craziness we all experience in vet med.


Your host Gunila Pedersen is a Small Animal Veterinarian working in ER and also a Master Certified Life Coach. She burnt out after owning her own clinic, and managed to find the way back through life coaching.


Today she shares insights,  relatable topics, tactical advice and the tools and inspiration that will help you fall head over heels in love with vet med again just as she did.


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Episodes

Ep 26: How to cope with failure. Story of the balloon dog and doomed German Shepherd.
Oct 28 2024
Ep 26: How to cope with failure. Story of the balloon dog and doomed German Shepherd.
Right up until the day you leave vet school you can avoid the feeling of Failure by studying more and working harder.That doesn’t work in the real world. Failure is GUARANTEED along the way.Now how do you cope?  You’re a clever cookie, so you likely never got to experiment failure before.Therefore you don’t learn to cope with the feeling, and never get used to it.This is DEVASTATING  for a perfectionist personality and will drive you into the ground, because you won’t be able to cope, and will feel even more of a failure because you don’t know how to handle it.In this episode I explain what happens to us when we fail in the clinic, with real stories from my vet life, and I give you my top 3 points to learn how to deal. Fear failure no more!! And never again feel you’re alone with this struggle.Hey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep. 22: Your Value as a Vet
Sep 30 2024
Ep. 22: Your Value as a Vet
This episode is insanely VALUABLE to you as a vet and a MUST listen!Owners now showering you with cards and chocolates? Nobody giving you a raise or showing you appreciation for all your hard work? If you don’t feel 100% valued and appreciated by your workplace or by the pet owners, or if you simply don’t think you have much value as a vet: Hold on!In this episode of the Overwhelmed Vet Podcast I show you the clear difference between what YOU think is valuable, and what your workplace and/or pet owners PERCEIVE as valuable.It is SO important that you can differentiate between these values, because this understanding is KEY to your success and happiness as a vet!Once you crack this code, the door opens forMaking sure you land in YOUR perfect workplace, with a decent salary that’s reflective of your worthHaving amazing relationships with the owners and really feel appreciatedKnow exactly where you fit inFeel confident and very valuable no matter what others think and say.Tune into this episode now, and please share with colleagues and friends you suspect are not feeling valued - or valuable!Hey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep.21: Are you equipped for euths??
Sep 23 2024
Ep.21: Are you equipped for euths??
I swear there are shifts where I just seem like Dr. Death, helping one animal after the other over the rainbow bridge while I handle a stream of pet owners grieving in their own, unique way.Sometimes it can seem like we play God.It can be incredibly draining. We feel doubt, regret, grief and on top of that we have to try to be there for the owners.Society does NOT prepare us for death nor grief, and there is no other profession like ours, with these kinds of struggles. In this podcast I explain all the struggles I used to have, and then I go through the 4 principles you should have in mind before, during and after euthanasias.Know that you are NOT alone trying to juggle all these aspects of one of the services we provide that is INEVITABLE  for most pets at some point, and also the most emotionally challenging for owners.Here’s the link to signing up for my email list, so you can get my email sequences with the 6 top veterinary struggles with resources and tips to overcome each one in a structured way:https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/e471960710Hey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep. 19: The 3 step evaluation process
Sep 9 2024
Ep. 19: The 3 step evaluation process
Have you ever gone to sleep only to break out in sweat because you suddenly remember everything you’ve done wrong that day?Does your brain “helpfully” remind you of all the things you shouldn’t have done, and what you could have done better?Is it affecting your confidence and your willingness to try new things or do things you find difficult?First of all: You’re NOT alone!Second: I have the solution for you in the latest episode of The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast. In this episode I take you through the 3 step evaluation process that will help you overrule your brains tendency to focus on everything that went wrong (aka what YOU did wrong).The 3 step evaluation process helps you grow and stay grounded knowing that you’ll never get everything 100% right all the time - and that’s ok. Whether it’s that dreaded bitch spay (fat labrador, anyone?), a job interview or a difficult conversation, with a solid evaluation process you can stop beating yourself up and instead learn and grow your confidence on the go, no matter what level you're at.Hey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep. 18: When vets judge vets
Sep 1 2024
Ep. 18: When vets judge vets
Being judged and criticised by clients is one thing, but it gets taken to a whole other level when it happens to be another VET that does the judging and criticising. When you work in vet med, you’re basically a member of a tribe. Risking ridicule and rejection from any member of such a tribe touches something deep inside us and provokes a primal human response of fear, anger and anxiety.In this episode I tackle the situation from two perspectives:The vet doing the judging The vet receiving the judgingThere is so much to be learned from these situations, and if you can handle feedback like a pro then you’ll always come out on top, no matter how fair or unfair it is.If you fear other’s judgement - fear no more! Tune into this episode and dig into how to deal with criticism from the ones that matter the most - your peers.If you want more help with this don’t forget I’m still taking on 1-1 clients for 4 months coaching. I’m just a call away and love talking to you whether you sign up for my coaching or not:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultationHey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep.17:  The 2 crucial subjects they DON’T teach in vet school
Aug 26 2024
Ep.17: The 2 crucial subjects they DON’T teach in vet school
The consequences of not teaching these 2 subjects is that we’re losing vets as quickly as the schools are pumping them out.This podcast is meant to make up for this lack (to an extent, I’m not a magician).The more you understand and work on these skills, the more likely you are to succeed, stay in vet med and have fun!So tune in to this week's episode and get a head start on these missing subjects.Book mentioned: “Nipped in the Bud, Not in the Butt: How to Use Mediation to Resolve Conflicts over Animals”, by Debra Vey Voda-HamiltonIf you want more help with people skills don’t forget I’m still taking on 1-1 clients for 4 months coaching. I’ve got people skills on steroids through my coaching and it’s hands down the best tool to make sure you succeed in vet med. Book a free consult now and don’t waste another minute swimming in the sea of confusion and frustration that originates when we don’t know how to deal with people: https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultationHey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep. 16. Interview with Dr. Z: How to find your purpose in vet med
Aug 19 2024
Ep. 16. Interview with Dr. Z: How to find your purpose in vet med
Dr. Z  is an inspiration to the veterinary community and today I bring him on the podcast so he can share with us:The real key(s) to be a happy vet (2 keys, actually!)How you know if you landed in the right jobWhy he doesn’t get hurt when pet owners don’t like the way he isHow to overcome self doubtWhy you are a valuable veterinarianWhat to do when you didn’t achieve the result you wantedThe only two things you can control “Help as many people and pets as possible, and have a great attitude while doing so”.This is the purpose statement of Dr. Zonram Liao’s Veterinary Clinic and he lives by this every day.Dr. Z is an amazing human and veterinarian who has overcome every obstacle in the way of him becoming a happy and successful veterinarian and business owner.Only 8 years into his career he has put a solid stamp on the veterinary world with his unbreakable positive attitude, consistent work ethics and cracking sense of humour.  You’ll also learn about parachute kids and how he got inspired to build a pet product business during COVID. Connect with Dr.Z on Instagram: @dr.zonramliaoCheck out his veterinary clinic and his pet product website:https://sunshineveterinarycare.com/https://www.wellnergypets.com/Hey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep.14: First Aid for Burnout
Aug 5 2024
Ep.14: First Aid for Burnout
You may feel overwhelmed and powerless right now in vet med. But hold on!  You can do so much to overcome the burnout. You are NOT powerless and you can totally enjoy this profession and live a great life. How do I know? I did it! And I know many more who did.In this episode I give you my 5 tips for First Aid in burnout. You can work on them all at once, or just decide on ONE thing, and implement for a month. Imagine if you implemented one thing a month for a year, how different you life will look like?!?!Also - have patience. If you’ve built up burnout over months or years, it’s not going to disappear overnight. But if you keep at it, you’ll be surprised at how much better you’ll feel, and it won’t feel like such a long time after all.If you want more help with this don’t forget I’m still taking on 1-1 clients for 4 months coaching. I’m just a call away and love talking to you whether you sign up for my coaching or not:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultationTools:Sleep:Book: Why we sleep by Matthew  WalkerPodcast: The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett: Matthew Walker: The World’s No.1 Sleep Expert (The 6 Sleep Hacks You NEED!)Nutrition:Books: Fast Like a Girl by Mindy PelzHow not to Die by Dr. Michael GregerThe Plant Power Doctor: A simple prescription for a healthier you (Includes delicious recipes to transform your health) by Dr. Gemma NewmanPodcasts: DR. WILL BULSIEWICZ ON THE MICROBIOME: Heal Your Gut, Sidestep Disease & Thrive | Rich Roll PodcastThe Nutrition Expert: 93% of Adults Have Metabolic Issues. Dr. Casey on Jay Shettys podcast On purposeExercise:Book: Atomic Habits by James ClearHey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep. 13: Just SIT on your sofa - boundaries at home
Jul 29 2024
Ep. 13: Just SIT on your sofa - boundaries at home
If you don’t feel like your home is your safe haven where you can 100% relax and allow yourself to just sit on the couch and do nothing - then this episode is a MUST-LISTEN .Protecting your boundaries is your responsibility, and by doing so, you preserve your mental stability and prevent burnout - at home as well! Your home should be your happy bubble.In this episode I explain why you even have to set boundaries for YOURSELF to stop adding on to the to-do list, and why you cannot expect your loved ones to guess your boundaries.I also explain why women, and especially female vets, have such a hard time doing … nothing. And why it’s so Important!! If you want more help with this don’t forget I’m still taking on 1-1 clients for 4 months coaching. I’m just a call away and love talking to you whether you sign up for my coaching or not:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultationHey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com
Ep. 12: Just give my dog antibiotics and how I almost beat up a woman. Boundaries for pet owners.
Jul 22 2024
Ep. 12: Just give my dog antibiotics and how I almost beat up a woman. Boundaries for pet owners.
Do you choke on your words when you have to deny a pet owner something? Is it hard for you to leave on time if a client wants to see YOU and only YOU at a time when you’re not even supposed to be in the clinic?Why can it be so hard sometimes to stand our ground with clients, and feel like we’re being blackmailed into doing something we don’t really want to do?If client interaction is making you feel burnt out, then you want to listen to this episode and learn 1) WHY we struggle so much setting and maintaining boundaries for clients and 2) the 3 things you want to be aware of so you can start straight away.If you want more help with this don’t forget I’m still taking on 1-1 clients for 4 months coaching. I’m just a call away and love talking to you whether you end up signing up or not:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultationHey! Thanks for listening! Send me a text and let me know what you think. The Overwhelmed Vet Podcast 🐾🩺 by Gunila PedersenDownload free resource PDF The Top 10 Hacks to Overcome Burnout in the Veterinary Clinic: https://gunilalifecoach.ck.page/6ce9935261You don't have to do this on your own! Sign up for a free coaching session here:https://calendly.com/gunila-lifecoach/50-minute-free-coaching-consultation Follow on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunilalifecoach/https://www.facebook.com/GunilaLifeCoach/https://www.instagram.com/gunilalifecoach/Email me: gunila@gunilalifecoach.com