Why do so many veterinarians feel crushed by burnout and perfectionism? How do you set boundaries without losing compassion for clients and patients?

Join host Dr. Gershon Alaluf and special guest Dr. Gunila Pedersen — small animal veterinarian and Master Certified Life Coach — for an honest, hope-filled episode of Irreplaceable Truths. From ER shifts to chest-pain burnout to rediscovering joy through coaching, Dr. Pedersen shares practical tools to shift mindset, reclaim balance, and love the profession again.

Packed with professional wisdom, emotional insights, and authentic stories, this episode offers valuable lessons for veterinarians, veterinary students, and animal-care professionals.

What you'll discover:

– Why burnout is often about boundaries (not just perfectionism)

– How people-pleasing and a “fix everything” mindset fuel exhaustion

– Tools for self-awareness: journaling, feeling your feelings, reframing

– Real coaching wins that transformed careers — and lives

Who will love this episode:

– Veterinarians & veterinary students

– Animal care professionals

– Veterinary educators and mentors

– Animal lovers passionate about vet med

– Anyone exploring resilience, coaching, and sustainable careers

Timestamps:

00:00 – Self-awareness as a game changer in vet med

02:00 – Meet Dr. Gunila Pedersen: small animal vet & Master Certified Life Coach

06:00 – Burnout story: ER chest pains, boundaries, and a mindset reset

09:00 – People-pleasing, perfectionism & time management traps

15:00 – Setting boundaries with clients, colleagues, and yourself

20:00 – Handling mistakes, reviews, and “routine” surgeries gone wrong

30:00 – Why experience alone won’t fix impostor syndrome

40:00 – Coaching scenarios: euthanasia, angry clients, and tough days

50:00 – Finding fulfillment inside and outside clinical practice

1:00:00 – Three tools: journaling, somatic awareness, and coaching support

1:09:00 – Resources & closing thoughts

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Resources Mentioned:

– Dr. Gunila Pedersen’s The Overwhelmed Vet resources & free PDF

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

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