Rekindling with Julie Squires:

The holiday season often conjures images of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for many, this time can also serve as a brutal reminder of loss and the ache of grief. Whether it's the absence of a loved one, the strain of fractured relationships, or the weight of unmet expectations, the holidays can magnify the complexities of grief.

Today I'm speaking with Veterinary Social Worker and therapist Emily Carveth about all things vet med and other challenges in animal organizations. You'll want to hear this convo!

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.

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 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?

Many animal workers are conflict avoidant. We have deep-seated fears about conflict and therefore avoid it at all costs.