We had a blocked cat, with an owner that could not see how much we were trying to help.  We had two separate clients, trying to help pets that were not their own, facing constraints both moral and tangible.  We had people bringing us cookies and a very special bottle of alcohol to say “Thank you, I see you.” We felt understood at times and horribly denigrated at others.  

We felt triumphant and defeated. We felt celebrated and we felt abused.

We all deal with weeks like this differently.  What kept me balanced and centered was my knowledge of myself.  I know I am caring, compassionate, knowledgeable and worthy. I have worked at creating those roots- those beliefs of myself that are a strong foundation so that my self worth is not affected by the actions or words of others.  

Even the praise of others, though it definitely feels good, only feels good because I believe it inside first and foremost. Knowing who I am and what I stand for keeps me from being blown about like a leaf in the wind: debating my worth with every client encounter.  And the debate can feel like anger, sadness, and physical discomfort. It doesn’t necessarily mean you are conscious of a “debate” in your mind.

What can you do today to strengthen your own self worth muscle?  

When you know you are worthy of everything that you desire, and that you are strong, capable and compassionate  then emotionally charged events do not knock you off balance easily or for long.

If you feel blown about like a leaf in the wind, not sure who you are inside or how to show it – It can be changed!  You can determine your own self worth and navigate the emotions of a veterinary office with ease and grace. It just takes practice.  

Let’s talk.  Send me an email at pamela@healthyselfdvm.com or set up a one-on-one chat.  Believing in yourself- your ability to love yourself, know your worth, know your emotions-is critical to staying centered and balanced in this profession.  

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