by Dr Natasha Wilks | Nov 3, 2015 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Well-Being
What is resilience? The American Psychological Association defines resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress — such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems or...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Nov 15, 2014 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching
This is the time of year where my stress levels rise. School is finishing and there are the final exams for the year. I am organising the end of year gifts and the many things that come with the final few weeks. Concerts, parties, classroom clean ups. The festive...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Sep 9, 2014 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
After talking to a lot of veterinarians and practice owners, I recognised that stress is having a major impact on their lives. Stress plays a part in our every day life. It is unavoidable. From the commute to work, the number of people already waiting at the clinic...