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Life Boost with Amelia

Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston

Welcome to the Life Boost with Amelia podcast where we"re changing the narrative around what true health and success look like. They should give you energy, not drain them. Whether you’re a veterinary professional, a high-achieving perfectionist, or a people pleaser ready to not just look good on paper but to FEEL good, my goal is to always leave you with a fresh perspective that lifts a weight off your shoulders by the end of the episode.I"m your host, Dr. Amelia - multi-passionate integrative

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18:56

What My Rescue Dog Can Teach Us About Thriving in Vet...

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2026/04/16

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions My sweet new rescue dog, Hayden, is doing so well learning how to walk nicely on a leash. And he was doing great on a recent hike...until he wasn't. That moment is a mirror for what happens to us in veterinary medicine when we push past our limits: the more we skip water, lunch, bathroom breaks, and brain breaks while juggling nonstop decisions and emotions, the faster our “survival brain” takes over and we lose access to the calm, logical ve...

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Ep. 101 | Chewy’s Acquisition of Modern Animal: Is...

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2026/04/11

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Chewy’s acquisition of Modern Animal is creating a lot of conversation (and concern) in veterinary medicine. In this episode, we break down: What this acquisition actually meansThe biggest fears (corporate takeover, vertical integration, losing clients)Why this moment could actually help vet med evolveAnd simple, practical ways veterinary teams and leaders can respond proactivelyIf you’re a veterinary practice owner, leader, veterinary profes...

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Ep. 100 The #1 Reason Conversations Become...

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2026/04/03

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Ever feel like you’re having a conversation—but somehow it turns into frustration? Whether it’s with a client, a coworker, your boss, or even your partner, that feeling of “not being heard” can be exhausting. In this episode, I break down the #1 reason this happens—and a simple shift that can completely change how you communicate, reduce tension, and create more connection in your day-to-day life. We explore the three types of conversations (...

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Ep. 99 | 3 Mistakes Preventing You From Loving Your...

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2026/04/03

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Feeling stuck, burned out, or at a crossroads in veterinary medicine—even though you thought this career would feel fulfilling? In this episode, I break down three common mistakes that may be preventing you from truly loving your job in vet med—and how to start shifting toward a more aligned, sustainable, and fulfilling path. We talk about why focusing on what’s “reasonable” can keep you stuck, how hustle culture success can leave you feeling...

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Ep. 98 | 3 Myths Leading To Overextension In Vet Med...

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2026/04/03

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Feeling overextended in veterinary medicine—even though you love what you do? In this episode, I break down three common myths that are quietly driving burnout, overwhelm, and unsustainable work environments in vet med—and how to start shifting out of survival mode into something that actually feels good. We’ll talk about why “more patients = more money” isn’t always true, how saying yes can actually hurt the client experience, and why learni...

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52:08

4 Early Warning Signs That Quietly Lead to Burnout

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2026/03/08

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. In veterinary medicine, there are often early warning signs that show up long before someone reaches burnout — but many of these signs are so normalized in high-achieving professions that we miss them completely. In this episode, Dr. Amelia shares four warning signs that often appear well before burnout, including the ones leaders and teams most commonly overlook. Some of these may surprise you. You’ll learn ...

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Ep. 96 | The Story No One Is Telling: What a Team USA...

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2026/02/09

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions This episode started as a conversation about an elite sport — but it quickly became something much bigger. Former Team USA bobsledder Will Person shares what happened years after repeated head trauma left him battling confusion, depression, memory loss, and suicidal thoughts — long after his athletic career ended. His story highlights a critical gap in how we understand mental health: many people struggling with depression, personality change...

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Ep. 95 | The F Word in Vet Med (Part 2): Tools &...

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2025/11/14

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of the Life Boost with Amelia podcast, Dr. Amelia and Dr. Shona Kowtecky tackle the financial challenges that veterinary teams and pet owners face regarding the cost of veterinary care. They delve into practical exercises and activities aimed at helping veterinary professionals feel more comfortable and less stressed when discussing finances. Key topics include the FEARR framework, which stands for Familiarity, Exposure, Acces...

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Ep. 94 | The F Word in Vet Med: Overcoming Fear...

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2025/11/07

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions With Dr. Shona Kowtecky — practical strategies to talk about money without stress. Join Dr. Amelia and special guest Dr. Shona Kowtecky for an honest, practical conversation about one of the most stressful and avoided topics in veterinary medicine: finances. Whether you’re a veterinary professional or a pet owner, financial stress affects how you think, feel, and make decisions — and yet it’s rarely discussed in a way that feels supportive or...

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Ep. 93 | Concussion Chronicles #6: From Control to...

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2025/10/24

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Healing isn’t about control — it’s about trust. In this episode, Dr. Amelia shares the lessons her concussion recovery taught her about releasing resistance and the need to control, embracing discomfort, and finding peace in uncertainty. In This Episode The surprising lessons from slowing down when life forces you toHow resistance and control keep your body stuck in survival modeWhy allowing discomfort is essential for nervous system regulati...

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Ep. 92 | (Concussion Chronicles #5) The Hidden...

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2025/10/15

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this Concussion Chronicles episode, Dr. Amelia revisits a past concussion and the lessons it revealed about unseen struggles, caregiving, and empathy. She explores how viewing behavior through a nervous system lens offers a universal language for understanding ourselves and others—even when we don’t know the full story. Discover how compassion, curiosity, and connection become powerful tools for healing and leadership in life and veterinar...

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Ep. 91 | Concussion Chronicles #4: From Victim to...

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2025/10/03

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of the Concussion Chronicles, Dr, Amelia, integrative health & life coach and recovered burned out veterinarian, shares one of the most powerful mindset shifts that helped her during concussion recovery: choosing main character energy instead of slipping into victim mode. You’ll hear how a simple reframe can completely change the way you experience your reality, and you'll be introduced to a simple coaching tool that...

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Ep. 89 | Concussion Chronicles #3: 6 Ways To Cope...

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2025/09/27

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of 'Life Boost with Amelia,' host Dr. Amelia, an integrative health and life coach and veterinarian, shares her personal concussion recovery journey. Through candid reflections and reading her social media posts from that time, Amelia outlines six crucial strategies she used to cope with the challenging recovery process. She underscores the importance of addressing both good and uncomfortable emotions, reframing se...

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Concussion Chronicles #2: The Surprising Truth About...

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2025/09/19

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of 'Life Boost with Amelia,' host Dr. Amelia, an integrative health and life coach, shares her personal journey of recovering from a concussion and how she coped with over five weeks of physical inactivity. Despite being someone who loves staying active, Amelia discusses the unique challenges she faced and the surprising results of this forced break. Discover how she navigated the emotional and physical aspects of her recovery...

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Ep. 88 | What's Not Working in Vet Med and What Can...

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2025/09/09

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of the Life Boost with Amelia podcast, Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston and Dr. Sonja Olson have a candid conversation about the current challenges in veterinary medicine, tailored for veterinary professionals and pet parents who are curious about the factors contributing to these issues. They explore topics such as burnout, rising costs, decreased trust among pet owners, and lack of diversity, discussing steps that can be tak...

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Ep. 87 | Concussion Chronicles: A Freak Accident,...

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2025/09/05

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode, Dr. Amelia shares a deeply personal experience of suffering a concussion caused by a freak accident involving her husband. Initially dismissing the injury, she soon discovers the debilitating effects of a severe concussion, describing symptoms such as extreme head pain and challenges in performing basic activities. The journey highlights her struggle with limited mobility, lack of social connection, and a painful recovery pro...

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Ep. 86 | Considering GLP-1 Weight Loss Meds Like...

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2025/07/25

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of the 'Life Boost with Amelia' podcast, host Dr. Amelia, an integrative health and life coach, recovered burned out veterinarian, and entrepreneur delves into the science behind GLP-1 weight loss medications (like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro) and why our bodies might be failing to produce GLP-1 naturally. Dr. Amelia introduces a new resource, the GLP-1 Experiment, which combines scientific insight with guided hypnosis...

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Ep. 85 | Overwhelmed by the State of the World? How...

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2025/06/26

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode, Dr. Amelia explores how to navigate the overwhelming state of the world without burning out. She explains that the discomfort we’re feeling—stress, frustration, heartbreak—isn’t the problem. It’s a normal, human response to a world that’s out of alignment. The real issue is how we’ve been taught to react to that discomfort. Dr. Amelia breaks down common nervous system stress responses—flight, fight, and freeze—and how to work...

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Ep. 84 | Struggle To Turn Off Work Mode In Order to...

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2025/03/10

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of Life Boost with Amelia, Dr. Amelia introduces a new podcast format—a real-life behind-the-scenes coaching session. Listen in as she helps Sasha*, an entrepreneur and mom, navigate the challenge of turning off work mode so she can be present with her family and recharge—instead of continuing to work late into the evening. Using her holistic background and unique blend of coaching styles, Dr. Amelia demonstrates how quickly c...

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Ep. 83 | Communication Tips for Common Challenges in...

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2025/02/10

Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode of 'Life Boost with Amelia,' Dr. Amelia invites Dr. Josh Rosen back for a detailed discussion on applying clinical empathy and communication skills in veterinary practice. They cover how to deliver bad news, manage euthanasia, handle imposter syndrome, navigate uncertainties in exams, and deal with difficult clients. Dr. Josh shares valuable strategies for maintaining professionalism and compassion, improving team communicatio...

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