In their words

(I joined Vet Empowered to) regain my positive, enthusiastic outlook on life and rebuild confidence to believe in myself both in home life and work. I also aimed to learn how to be content and relax rather than always feeling like I was going 100mph and needing to tick things off my to do list, to learn that rest is beneficial too.

Vet Empowered has changed my approach to life and helped me unlock my personality again having become a shell of myself after a year in a toxic workplace. I have learned life long tips and tricks to recognise signals that I am slipping back towards those anxious tendencies and be able to acknowledge this with compassion and kindness.

My favourite part was the realisation I had towards the end of the course when it all seemed to make sense and I realised I am worth looking after too - turns out life is so much more enjoyable when I believe in myself - my new favourite person is my inner cheerleader.

An eye opening course that has helped me to regain some focus and control within my life, helped rebuild my confidence and taught me lots of tips to maintain this outlook for the future.

I don't feel alone anymore. I know that even the best vets out there have moments of droughts, I understand that the profession can be hard on us sometimes if we let it. By empowering and freeing myself I am permitting all the team around me to do the same. So moving forward I am allowing myself to be human and to be more “me” in daily practice.

I cannot recommend this course highly enough. It is truly the most relevant, enlightening, empowering, life-changing experience. I suffered from imposter syndrome after returning to practice after my second maternity leave. I doubted myself, my capabilities which in turn caused so much chronic stress and fatigue.

Just when I thought I was done with the stress of clinical practice, I found a way to manage my life, my stress, my anguish, that sinking feeling on the way to work. I am now on a different path to finding what I truly want from life and learning about myself. I don't worry about the day to day stresses of clinical life or negativity from clients. It simply doesn't fill my thoughts and take over my life.

I implore anyone who is not enjoying clinical practice to do this course. It does exactly what it says on the tin. Empowering.

What did you enjoy most about the programme?

The content sessions were brilliant, as was the coaching, not just my own coaching but hearing others getting coached. I really enjoyed using the Sunday planning sessions to look ahead to the next week- so in conclusion, everything

What would you say to a friend / colleague who is thinking about signing up?

100% do it, even if you are not sure if it will help you, there is something for everyone and it is such a safe and judgement free space

How would you describe your experience of Vet Empowered in one sentence?

One of the best investments in me I have ever made

What difference do you think being part of Vet Empowered is going to make to you moving forwards?

Part of a community of like minded people, I’m less self critical and more interested in mine and other people’s emotions, thoughts and feelings.

What did you enjoy most about the programeme?

Wow, all of it. The monthly content sessions have been great but the weekly coaching has kept me accountable and encouraged me to be open and honest to get the most out of this course.

What would you say to a friend / colleague who is thinking about signing up?

Already recommended one friend who has now started the course. If you’re thinking of doing it but aren’t sure, just jump in and pickle yourself in the content. It’s a life changer!

How would you describe your experience of Vet Empowered in one sentence?

This has changed my life, changed my outlook both at work and home and has quite possibly saved my career that I’ve always wanted and worked so hard to get to.

I was going to say this course changed my life, more accurately it has given me the skills and motivation to change my own life. I am calmer, more confident and excited about the future. It has helped me to feel more comfortable about my career, home and social life but most importantly I'm much, much happier in my own head. Using the techniques and tools Katie and Claire have shown us feels like only the start of a fun journey and I'm looking forward to continuing to develop them. It was so beneficial working in a group and I've met the most lovely and inspiring people in the process

Vet Empowered really does what it says on the tin. It empowers you! I was feeling a bit lost before I started the course, and by the end, I feel a lot closer to the real me.

These ladies are incredibly kind and supportive.

I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this course to everyone.

If you want to feel more you. If you want to calm and understand your thoughts and be the best ‘you’ you can be. This course will help you achieve that!

So much love for Vet Empowered.

I was still in my first year of qualifying as a veterinary nurse when I embarked on the Vet Empowered programme. I felt disconnected from the career I had only just properly entered, uninspired and regularly got myself caught up in continuous thought cycles.

The programme has really enhanced my self-awareness of my thoughts and how I feel and react to them. The inner critic speaks to all of us and used to really take over my thoughts and consume so much energy on a regular basis. The tools and techniques taught by Claire and Katie on the course can be applied to so many situations and will stay with you forever. They have been so beneficial in pushing through the negative thoughts and working towards a more positive outlook, the inner critic and its negative stance isn’t the real me and never will be, I know that now!

I was apprehensive about group coaching but the support, motivation and enthusiasm in the group was amazing, it was so much easier to share than I thought it would be. Everyone has very similar worries and challenges and it was so comforting having others alongside me throughout the programme. Claire and Katie are inspiring and so invested not only in the group as a whole but also in each individual and have really helped me reconnect with myself and my values. With their guidance I have highlighted areas of development and look forward to continuing on my personal journey to a happier me!