Rekindling with Julie Squires:
Compassion Fatigue Solutions for Animal Workers
THE podcast for veterinary professionals and animal care workers who want to make a difference and improve animals’ lives without burning themselves out. Listen in and rekindle your spark!



Latest Episode

The Guilt We Carry
The Guilt We Carry
Guilt is a constant companion for many animal caregivers but so often, the guilt we carry isn’t actually ours to hold. In this episode, we’re unpacking the difference between emotional storytelling and actual responsibility.
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Holiday Intentions
Holiday Intentions
We're now officially in the holiday season! You get to decide what kind of holiday season to have. If you approach it with dread, it's not going to be enjoyable. But with intention you can decide what you want you might want to let go of that isn't bringing you joy during the holiday season or what you might want to start doing that does bring you joy.

Focusing On What's Good
Focusing On What's Good
Realizing what's good in our life doesn't actually come naturally. Seeing what's wrong does. You can thank your brain for that!

The Power of Journaling
The Power of Journaling
The simple act of putting pen to paper has enormous benefits to one's mental and emotional health. So why do we all fight it so much?

The Other C Word: Conflict (Interview with Angie Childers)
The Other C Word: Conflict (Interview with Angie Childers)
Many animal workers are conflict avoidant. We have deep-seated fears about conflict and therefore avoid it at all costs.

Wanting To Be Liked
Wanting To Be Liked
We all want to be liked but few of us really understand what we stand to lose when we prioritize wanting to be liked over being who we are.

Disenfranchised Grief
Disenfranchised Grief
There's a name for grief we don't feel like we're allowed to have or that is not acknowledged by society, it's called disenfranchised grief.