Reviving Vet Med
Join Dr. Marie Holowaychuk, board-certified small animal emergency and critical care specialist, as she explores the world of mental health and wellbeing, as it relates to veterinary professionals.
Reviving Vet Med
Career Transitions and Life Balance in Vet Med | Episode 78 | Reviving Vet Med
For many veterinary professionals, there comes a moment when the path ahead feels uncertain. Burnout, loss of purpose, or a yearning for change can leave you wondering: Is this still the right fit for me? And if not, what’s next?
In this inspiring episode, we speak with Sophie Gilbert, a Veterinary Surgeon, qualified Executive Coach, and Reviving Vet Med coach who specializes in emotional resilience, career fulfillment, and sustainable life balance. With decades of experience in primary care emergency practice, Sophie understands the intense pressures of veterinary work, and how daunting it can feel to navigate big transitions.
Sophie shares her own story of moving from the UK to New Zealand and shifting from clinical practice into coaching. We explore the early signs it might be time for a change, how to clarify your personal values and use them as a compass for decision-making, and the common fears that hold people back from making bold moves. Sophie also offers practical advice on setting healthy boundaries, reconnecting with your sense of purpose, and taking that all-important first step toward a more joyful, balanced career.
Whether you’re actively considering a transition or simply curious about what fulfillment could look like in your professional life, this conversation will leave you feeling supported, encouraged, and ready to explore new possibilities.
Watch the Video Version of this Episode
https://youtu.be/UCak-vjwZDA
Resources
Learn more about Sophie and the other coaches at Reviving Veterinary Medicine: https://revivingvetmed.com/meet-our-coaches
Book a 20-minute introductory coaching call with Sophie: https://scheduler.zoom.us/coaching-rvm-sophiegilbert/20-minute-discovery-call
Follow Sophie Gilbert on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/trivetmindset and Instagram @tri.vet_mindset
Brene Brown’s Living Into Our Values (exercise and podcast): https://brenebrown.com/resources/living-into-our-values/
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