by DrKatieBrazaitis | May 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
Given what we are facing as a nation, where we encounter losses at every turn, celebrating the wins in our work is all the more important. We need to be able to connect with every victory, no matter how small, to find some counterbalance to the fear and unknowns. This...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Apr 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
In a previous post, I talked about the rationale and considerations for making a safety plan. Then I went through each of the sections of a safety plan. This included warning signs and coping strategies you can do on your own, and coping strategies through community...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Apr 2, 2025 | Clinician Wellness, Engaging in Community Care, Expanding Self-Care
Earlier this year, I contributed to the Arizona Veterinary Medicine Association’s monthly newsletter to talk about moral injury in veterinary medicine. Moral injury has the potential to impact all of us in healthcare settings and beyond, particularly with the...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Mar 21, 2025 | Clinician Wellness, Engaging in Community Care, Expanding Self-Care
Last month, I started talking about what can be done in the face of the fear and uncertainty in our nation. I proposed starting with staying informed while staying sane and getting educated. Today I’m going to discuss coping with the weight of being viewed as...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Mar 4, 2025 | Engaging in Community Care
The safety, civil liberties, freedoms, and wellness (physical and psychological) for so many are under attack. I wanted to take a moment to say I see you. This may not mean much or it may make all the difference. Last week’s post was more geared towards...
