by Dr Natasha Wilks | Mar 13, 2019 | Veterinary Coaching
We all experience setbacks & challenges. There are 3 broad ways of coping. Problem Focussed CopingEmotion Focussed CopingAvoidant Coping The third way isn’t healthy for you in the long term. Learn more about them in the article from Psychology Today....
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Feb 28, 2019 | High Performance, Mindset, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching
Margie Warrell has written another great article. She’s discussing imposter syndrome and Dr Sarah Coll, an orthopaedic surgeon, discusses how she deals with self-doubt. No one is born with immunity to self-doubt or fear of failure. In this article Margie...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Aug 16, 2018 | High Performance, Mindset, Well-Being
Let’s talk about Failure.. I’ve been reading a lot of social media posts lately where the poster is very distressed about an adverse outcome on a case. I can read their distress in the post. The self-judgement, the blame, the inner voice saying...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Mar 27, 2017 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, High Performance, Mindset, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
In the previous articles, I’ve discussed sleep, exercise and a good diet which are the key elements to your wellbeing. What else do veterinarians need to prioritise? Rest and rejuvenation. Veterinarians don’t do breaks, lunch or taking holidays well. How...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Mar 13, 2017 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, High Performance, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
In the previous 2 articles, I’ve discussed sleep and exercise as a critical component of your wellbeing. Now it’s time to discuss your diet. Have you ever had a busy day where you didn’t stop to get a break or to eat lunch. How depleted did you...
