Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast: Recent Episodes
Aoife Smith
A wellbeing space for the Veterinary community in Ireland and beyond! We talk all things self-development, self-care, Mental Health, and how to cultivate a peaceful space inside your head. This is the mental health revolution that you have all been waiting for!
Hey Athenas! I am so delighted to bring you another episode with the queen of somatic work... Caitriona Higgins. Cat is a reiki and sound healing practitioner who also holds sparkly space with cacao and yoni steaming. Her women's circles are out here changing the lives of many, and I'm delighted that she could join us for a chat today. You can catch her on Instagram @healing_with_cat - Go show her some love. As always, you can also join the Athena community over on Instagram @athenasmindtherapy and @vetglowpod.For details on our workshop ROOTS which will take place on 11th May in Co. Wicklow, please reach out to myself or Caitriona on Instagram for details and we can make sure it's a good fit for you. You are also welcome to reach out to us via email if you've taken a step back from socials: athenasmindtherapy@gmail.com. We're so looking forward to connecting with you!
Today we're joined on the pod by the lovely Mike from Cope On. Mike is a pal and peer in the Psychology space who is using the theory behind nervous system reset and some effective yoga poses to ultimately combat mental ill-health and help you to live your best life. We chat about his new venture, attachment, and more. Find Mike on Instagram @copeonmike.To connect with us here at The Vetglow Podcast, head to @vetglowpod or @athenasmindtherapy on Instagram.For Psychotherapy appointment queries, email athenasmindtherapy@gmail.com. For all other queries (talks, workshops, panel discussions etc) email athenasmindveterinary@gmai.com.
Surprise! It's been a hot minute, but I felt compelled to bring you this one today. Don't forget to enjoy the sunshine and tag us in your stories @vetglowpod
Welcome back to another episode of The Vetglow Podcast! This week, we have the wonderful Paula Sanfey chatting to us about life after burnout and everything that has manifested for her since then. Paula is so generous with her thoughts and her time, and we're so excited to have her on to chat. You can find Paula on Instagram @paulasanfey and also over on @veterinarywellnessvibes, which she runs alongside Caitriona Higgins. I'm so excited for you to hear this one. As always, you can come find me on Instagram @vetglowpod, or on my main hangout page @athenasmindveterinary.
Welcome back to another episode Athenas! This ep is a really juicy one packed with lots of big sister energy that does all the work for you. Applicable to ANY type of relationship, I talk you through some invaluable insights that I gained through my unfortunate start to 2023. Coming from a place of empowerment, contentment, and calmness, I give you the tools you need to up-level, and I highlight the importance of self-care and self-development work when it comes to resilience and the ability to snap back ASAP. As always, come say hey on Instagram @vetglowpod, and join the Athenas Mind community @athenasmindveterinary. Thank you so much for being here with us❤️
Welcome back to another episode of The Vetglow Podcast. Today, I am honoured to be joined by Caitriona Higgins, who is an ex. Vet Nurse turned reiki practitioner, sound healer, yoni steaming practitioner, cacao ceremony facilitator... and SO much more. We cover all things holistic and good vibes in this episode, so sit back and soak up all of the golden nuggets. You can find Caitriona on Instagram @healing_with_cat. As always, you can follow the pod on Instagram @vetglowpod, and @athenasmindveterinary.
Hey Athenas, welcome to part two of our mini series on people pleasing!! In today's ep, we're defining assertiveness, how to be assertive, and the consequences of unassertiveness. We're doing a full deep dive into how to be seen, and carrying the message that Veterinary professionals cannot afford to be people pleasers. As always, come say hey on Instagram @vetglowpod, and catch me having ALL of the chats on my main account @athenasmindveterinary.
Hey Athenas, in this ep we're deep diving into all things people please-y. We deffo needed 2 eps to cover everything so here is part 1. In this ep, we're covering the roots of people pleasing, what it looks like, and why we can't afford to people please as Veterinary professionals. As always, come say hey on Instagram @vetglowpod & @athenasmindveterinary. Trauma eps: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SRqQqFpXCEjmwmH3HbnkX?si=MMQyGa9bSZOAxh45iDJoHA & https://open.spotify.com/episode/3iNZKhi0uII1Flu8jMOptH?si=fnxqzlpmS32OA_z_huElHw Samaritans: 116 123 Aware:(01) 661 7211 Pieta House: 1800 247 247
Welcome back to another ep of The Vetglow Podcast. In this ep, we're detailing exactly HOW to handle angry & frustrated clients, and we're talking through practical steps that you can take in heightened situations. As always, come say hey on Instagram @vetglowpod (and my main acc @athenasmindveterinary), and any queries can be emailed to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com.
Welcome to this very special episode of Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast. Not only do we now have an exciting name change to mark an exciting new chapter (enter "The Vetglow Podcast"), today we are joined by Muireann and Sarah of Equitas, who are here to discuss how their goal of equity within Ireland's equine industry is empowering women to speak on topics that have never been given the limelight before! We chat about what Equitas is, what it means to the collective, and the exciting opportunities that it has given to women within the equine industry. You can check out Equitas on Instagram on both @equitasire or @thegrassrootsgazette, and you can head to https://thegrassrootsgazette.ie/equitas. As always, come say hey on Instagram at our new handle @vetglow (previously @athenasmindveterinary).
Well Athenas, it's the final ep of Season 4! We have plenty of golden nuggets in here to finish the season off on a real motivational high. Today we're talking about what it means to be in your power, in addition to the subjective nature of keeping the faith. We also take a look at blind spots and what we can do about them. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary, and any queries can be emailed to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com
Hey Athenas, in this ep we're talking about all of the things that just aren't serving us anymore and how we're breaking through glass ceilings. As always, come say hey on instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
Welcome to another episode of Season 4 Athenas! Today we're chatting to Inez Bye, who is a Life Coach breaking all sorts of barriers in Sydney, Australia. Inez is a powerhouse, and I can't wait for you to benefit from all that she has to offer us on this episode. You can follow her on Instagram @inezbye, and always come join Team Athena @athenasmindveterinary.
Hey there Athenas, I am beyond excited to bring you Dr. Bobby, an exotics-inclined Veterinary Surgeon who absolutely loves his work. We chat about his career, how he maintains a healthy mind within a tough industry, and how we can bridge the current gap in understanding between the general public and Veterinary professionals. Thank you so much again to Bobby for giving us so much in this interview. You can catch Bobby on Instagram @dogtor_bob. As always, come say hey on our Insta @athenasmindveterinary. Or, any queries can be emailed to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com.
Well Athenas! You're getting a very special treat today in the form of a masterclass I ran for 17 very special Athenas surrounding eliminating exhaustion. Please come say hi on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary and tell me your thoughts on this episode. As always, all queries and bookings can be directed to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com. Love you!
Hello there Athenas! Thank you for being here for another episode- I am beyond delighted to have you here. Today, we discuss what CBT is and how it works... And how it may benefit the treatment of trauma-related symptoms for Veterinary professionals. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary. All queries can be emailed to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com.
Welcome back to another episode of Season 4 Athenas! In today's episode, we're taking a little look at trauma theory and the ways in which we can experience trauma as Veterinary professionals. Unfortunately, research surrounding trauma among Veterinary professionals is severely lacking- But we're coming at this through an educated hypothesis today! Part 2, all about treatment, is coming at you next week. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary, and all queries can also be directed to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com.
Happy Monday Team Athena!! Today, we discuss 5 ways to set boundaries at work, the key phrases you need in your toolbox, and the questions you need to be asking when setting boundaries! As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
Welcome back to Season 4 of Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast! Today, we're talking about balancing work and life in the wake of the pandemic.. Or at least the most recent phase of the pandemic. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary, and email any queries to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com. Have you picked up my FREE e-book yet?! https://athenas-mind-veterinary.teachable.com/p/free-e-book-sales-page Read all about Vetglow here: https://athenas-mind-veterinary.teachable.com/p/vetglow-1-1-coaching
Welcome back to Season 4 of Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast! Today, we're talking about maladaptive behaviours, what they are, how to spot them, and how to cope with them. We're empowering ourselves to take responsibility for ourselves when met with maladaptive behaviours, and we're showing ourselves self-compassion when we're the perpetrator. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary, and email any queries to athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com. Have you picked up my FREE e-book yet?! https://athenas-mind-veterinary.teachable.com/p/free-e-book-sales-page Read all about Vetglow here: https://athenas-mind-veterinary.teachable.com/p/vetglow-1-1-coaching
Listen to this when you need someone to lean on. You are seen, you are heard, and we're not giving up. Instagram: @athenasmindveterinary
I spilled some tea for your benefit today Athenas! The energy exchange that happens with intentions is a powerful one. Invest in yourself, and put the work in. Continue our convo on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
We're two days in now team and we're gettin' down to business. Come join our conversation on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
Today, we're getting rid of rigidity and approaching 2022 with the ebb and flow of your personal energy. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
Today is a very special day at Athenas Mind Veterinary HQ, as this is our first ever podcast meditation. As part of our 12 Days of Podmas series, we're travelling by cloud into 2022. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
12 Days of Podmas, Day 6, focusses on being congruent when dealing with clients who have left you feeling frustrated, annoyed, or hurt. Continue the discussion with us on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
Today, on Day 5 of our 12 Days of Podmas series, we’re talking about feeling uninspired and ways to feel a little better when this happens. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
On this lovely Day 4 of our 12 Days of Podmas series, we're talking about teaching clients how to treat us, and why this is SO important. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
Welcome to Day 3 of our 12 Days of Podmas series with Athenas Mind Veterinary. Today, we're talking about how to safely reflect on 2021 without sitting in and re-experiencing trauma. While we acknowledge all that was this year, we're not looking back for too long because we're not walking that way! As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
On Day 2 of Athenas Mind Veterinary's 12 Days of Podmas, we're checking in with our mind/body/soul after some Christmas chaos. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
Welcome to Day 1 of the Athenas Mind 12 Days of Podmas! Today, we're talking about handing commentary and questions from our loved ones right back so that we can free up our energy for bigger and brighter things. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
Hello Athenas, I miss you millions! While we're on a break, here's a bonus episode all about keeping shame well away from your gratitude practices. We'll be back soon for Season 4, but until then come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary! For all queries relating to Vetglow mindset coaching, practice talks, and webinars, email athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com.
In our final episode of Season 3, we're revealing everything that's to come for this next chapter of the Veterinary mental health revolution, and we couldn't be more excited. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
Happy Monday Team Athena! This week we're completely and utterly empowering YOU to take your power back, speak about the sticky stuff, and remember that your practice works for you just as much as you work for them. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
This week we're talking about harnessing our intuition and rekindling our friendship with one of the most powerful parts of our psyche. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
This week we're talking about the things that just aren't talked about enough within the Veterinary community. We're riding the wave of fiery Leo season and we're looking into the cracks in the pavement. We're greeting the elephant in the room and we're sending skeletons spilling from closets. This is a Veterinary mental health revolution, don't ya know. As always, come say hello on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
Today's ep does what it says on the tin- Sitting deep into real feels this week, host Aoife talks about the ever elusive "burnout" and what it looks like in very real life circumstances. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
In this week's solo ep, we talk about core values and 5 ways that you can incorporate your core values into your work day so that you can vibe higher. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
This week we're officially beginning our discussion on self-awareness! Host Aoife takes the Athenas Mind community on a journey through internal and external self-awareness, and the importance of harnessing both. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
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This week we're talking about why it took a global pandemic for people to live the lives of their dreams! A hot take chit chat solo ep with Aoife where we explore finalising our "why" and using Covid-19 as the foundation for the amazing lives we want to live. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary. Want to work with Aoife? Email athenasmindveterinary@gmail.com.
This week we're talking about caring about what other people think, and why the opinions of others just don't matter. We take a step by step approach to changing your core belief that tells you that what other people think matters, and we lock in and embody a new and freeing belief that will help you to live your best life. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary and let us know what you thought of the episode!
We're starting Season 3 off with a bang as we have some wonderful chats with Claire Grigson. Claire is an experienced Vet, Life Coach and Meditation Teacher who is such a ray of light. In this ep we talk all things authenticity, self-compassion, self-limiting beliefs, where to make a start with your self-care routine and SO much more. Thank you so much to Claire for bringing such a beautiful discussion to the Athenas Mind community. You can find her on Instagram @claire_grigson_coaching or on her website https://www.clairegrigson.com/. As always, come hang with the Athenas Mind community on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
We’re back in your ears from Monday 28th June for Season 3 of Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast! We’re so excited to be bringing you some brand new voices, thoughts, mindset inspiration & mental health chats. See you there❤️
We’re wrapping up Season 2 with a beautiful episode on things to remember when you feel a little bit lost in life. Thank you so much to all who have listened this season, it’s been beautiful. The good stuff continues over on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary. See you soon!
This week on Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast, we’re chatting about moving through life’s tough transitions & how to cultivate empowerment during times of change. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary ✨
This week we’re talking about why the generic mental health tips that have been floating around that good interweb for YEARS now need an overhaul, a makeover... an urgent up-level! We talk examples & how to get those critical thinking cogs turning. As always, come say hi on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
This week on Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast, we’re talking about asking for help! We’re taking responsibility for ourselves, we’re empowering ourselves and we’re speaking our truth. As always, come say hello on Insta @athenasmindveterinary❤️
Today we are HONOURED to be joined by Katie Ford (Instagram @katiefordvet) who is a Veterinary Surgeon, coach, mentor, speaker and advocate for tackling imposterism. There are plenty of golden nuggets to be found in this one so get ready! As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary.
Are you a student Veterinary Nurse? Then this poddy ep is for you! Practical and empowering study tips for all RVNs to be. Come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
Adverse events are tough to deal with! This week we dive into concepts surrounding how we can manage as Veterinary professionals in times of adversity❤️ Come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
Hello hello! This week we’re talking about proudly and bravely rejecting anything that doesn’t align with us. We’re saying no, and we’re saying it loudly, so that we can make more room for beautiful & expansive experiences that make us sparkle. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
This week we’re talking about self-compassion! Because for some reason, self-compassion has gone out the window for some of us as we navigate the frontline during a global pandemic. We’re addressing our inner critics together as Team Athena this week. As always, come say hi on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
Welcome back! We’re starting Season 2 off with a bang by introducing the concept of aiming higher. You deserve to flourish as a Veterinary professional and have everything you want, so let’s tackle the ego, challenge limiting beliefs, and find our own small ways of aiming higher in our everyday lives. As always, come say hello on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
In our FINAL EPISODE of season 1 (where did the time go??) we talk about empathy within the Veterinary profession, and we advocate for unapologetic self-care. We talk sympathy vs empathy, reacting vs responding, and taking stock of our feels. As always, come say hello on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary! Mentioned in this ep: @georgiestevenson
On today’s ep of Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast, we scratch the surface of boundary setting. Our host Aoife gives us some insight into what helps her to set her boundaries, and the philosophy behind her boundary setting. Come say hey on the gram, as always- @athenasmindveterinary
Happy New Year!✨ Deep diving is our favourite hobby ‘round here, and we’re kicking off this year by exploring letting go, detaching from the outcome and giving up on worrying about the “how”. As always, come say hello on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary ✨
We’re leaving 2020 behind! We’re letting go of self-limiting beliefs & censoring ourselves. Instead, we’re standing in our power and taking up space!✨ Come say hi on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary. Also mentioned in this ep: @kenziebrenna and Conversations With Kenzie.
This episode is a chill & ambient one offering background spirals and self-hugs. It will hopefully facilitate deep breaths, letting go, and bad bitch energy. Catch us on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary
This week we had tech issues, doggos barking, & glass ceilings smashing! A stream of consciousness from our host about how December plays out and the mindless collective that gives to charity. As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
On this week’s episode, we’re skimming the surface of debriefing! We look at why it’s beneficial, and how to begin to make it a part of vet practice life. As always, come say hi on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary!
In today’s episode of Athenas Mind, we’re taking care of our Veterinary students! We deep dive into how little tweaks in our communication skills can make huge positive changes to our work day, how expectation setting helps you to keep your eyes on the prize, and how time management helps you to smash your goals! Other helpful humans mentioned in this episode: @Maryscupofteaa and @sarahs_day on Instagram! Mary Jelkovsky’s pod ep on communication: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1pIWQCwYLcK6c1i8lnOPEg?si=rFKD-lI-RGOJNT-sWH8BFA
On this episode of Athenas Mind, we talk about why we care about what other people think, what having high self-esteem can do for us, and how to start cultivating the self-esteem levels we need to succeed! As always, come say hey on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary for more chit chats!
On the pilot ep of Athenas Mind Veterinary- The Podcast, we deep dive with host Aoife Smith. How she got to where she is today, the results of her recent research and some extra juicy ethical questions surrounding self-care make up an ep that will hopefully work your critical thinking muscles! Continue the conversation over on Instagram @athenasmindveterinary ✨
Welcome to Athenas Mind! A wellbeing space for the Veterinary community in Ireland and beyond. We talk all things self-development, self-care, and how to cultivate a peaceful space inside your head. This is the mental health revolution that you have all been waiting for!