Life Boost with Amelia

Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston
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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 health and life coach, entrepreneur, and recovered burnout veterinarian. Together, we'll explore the science behind how your brain and body work, including the unconscious mind while also connecting with what your heart needs in order to stand up to the norm of feeling stuck on a hamster wheel-working hard yet feeling exhausted and not where you want to be- and instead live a life that makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning and in love with who you see when you look in the mirror. The reality is if you do what everyone else is doing, you're not going to feel good. Let's break the norm.

  1. Oct 21

    Ep. 106 | What if we applied progressive overload to vet med?

    Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions What if the secret to getting stronger in veterinary medicine isn't pushing harder, but learning when to challenge ourselves, when to recover, and how to recognize when something needs to change? During my morning workout, I found myself thinking about how much veterinary medicine could learn from progressive overload, a strength-training principle that involves gradually increasing the challenge to build strength over time. Because in vet med, we're really good at doing hard things and pushing through. But are we giving ourselves (and our teams) the support and recovery needed to actually grow from those experiences? Join me on my morning walk, while I talk about how we can apply the principles of progressive overload to our careers, our personal lives, and even how we approach mentorship and training in veterinary medicine. In this episode, we'll explore: Why rest and recovery are essential parts of growthHow to strengthen your "boundaries muscle" one rep at a time.Using RPE (rate of perceived exertion) to recognize how much effort something is taking and what support or recovery you might need.Why the same challenge can feel very different for different people, and what that means for veterinary mentorship and leadership.How to recognize when you're growing, plateauing, or pushing beyond your capacity and what you can do about it.An opportunity to pause, regroup, and make a plan. I'm also introducing a new live experience for veterinary professionals: Clear Your Head. Make a Plan. Start November Strong. Join me on October 28, 2026, from 12–3 p.m. ET for three hours of learning, real-time coaching, and community with a small group of veterinary professionals. We'll explore what's taking up your energy, work through challenges, and create a plan for what you want to do differently. Limited to 12 participants.  Register here: https://www.lifeboost.today/startnovstrong Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  2. Jun 30

    Ep. 105 | Curiosity Over Survival Mode: A Different Way to Practice Vet Med

    Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions What if practicing vet med didn't have to feel rushed, drained, or restricted? In this first episode of a new series highlighting veterinary practices doing things differently, Dr. Amelia is joined by Dr. Marie-Louise Ratcliffe, founder of Atlantic Vet in Walvis Bay, Namibia.  After seven years in general practice, she discovered her passion for integrative medicine, began studying veterinary acupuncture, and founded Atlantic Vet in 2020 to combine conventional veterinary care with evidence-informed complementary therapies. She shares the surprisingly quick process of opening her own practice built around longer appointments, integrative care, real conversations with pet owners, and a working life that fits around her family. In this episode: How Marie-Louise's view of "high-maintenance" clients completely flippedWhy her first appointments are an hour long — and what that hour makes possibleThe mindset shift from delivering instructions to working with clients as a teamHow she and her assistant have normalized being humans, not robotsWhat it looks like to listen to your gut when it's telling you something has to changeWhat surprised her most about participating in the Workplace Satisfaction and Wellbeing Survey and ReportConnect with Dr. Marie-Louise Ratcliffe: Instagram: @atlanticvetnamibiaFacebook: Atlantic Vet NamibiaEmail: atlanticvetnamibia@gmail.comMentioned in this episode: Workplace Satisfaction and Wellbeing Survey and Report: www.lifeboost.today/unicornhospitalsurveyConnect with Amelia: amelia@lifeboost.today | Instagram: @lifeboostwithamelia To learn more about my 6 month coaching program, the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  3. May 15

    Ep. 104 | You Can't Control Your Way To Happiness (Here's What Will Help)

    Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions Constantly worrying that one of your cases will have a complication you don't know how to handle? Feeling overextended because you said yes to one too many things? Resentful that you're the one who has to do everything? Tired of healthy habits that don't stick no matter how hard you try? At the root of all of those is a desire to control. But the more you try to control outcomes, what others think of you, and the way things are done, the more you actually push yourself further from the life you want — one where you feel confident, grounded, and have time and energy left for you. That's what we dive into in this episode. Control isn't actually about the thing you're trying to control. It's about avoiding feeling something. Once you realize that, you can start focusing your time and energy on what is in your control. You'll learn 2 things you can start doing today to loosen the reins — so you can feel less anxious, frustrated, and overwhelmed, and have more time, energy, and capacity to enjoy the life you have. Mentioned in this episode: Aligned Success Reboot: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot To learn more about my 6 month coaching program, the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  4. May 1

    Ep. 103 | The Weekend Guilt High Achievers Don't Talk About: 3 Reasons You Can't Relax - Even On Your Days Off

    Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions It's Friday afternoon. You've worked hard all week, and you're so ready for the weekend and time to recharge. But then Saturday morning hits — you try to have a leisurely morning, but then the guilt creeps in. Your brain starts thinking of everything you "should" be doing. You knock out some errands, clean, scroll, catch up on everything that piled up over the week, and by Sunday night you realize you never actually rested. If that sounds painfully familiar, there's a reason it feels like there's always at least "one more thing" between you and finally having more time for you. Your nervous system has learned that productivity is safe and rest is uncomfortable — and that programming is running quietly in the background, draining your battery and keeping your to-do list long without you even realizing it. In this episode, you'll learn: Why rest can feel worse than working — even when you think it's what you wantThe "malware" running in the background of high achievers (and how it's connected to trauma responses you may not even realize you have)The 3 hidden reasons rest feels so hard (especially for driven professionals) How to actually start prioritizing space to pause and why pausing is the real power move for sustainable successThe early warning signs from your body that you're in survival mode (before burnout forces you to slow down)To learn more about the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot and click "take the first step" to start a conversation to explore if it's right for you. To learn more about my 6 month coaching program, the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  5. Apr 16

    Ep. 102 | What My Rescue Dog Can Teach Us About Thriving in Vet Med (Instead of Pushing Through)

    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 version of ourselves.  In this episode, you’ll learn: the four hidden “capacity” buckets that fill up during a shiftwhy “just push harder” backfireshow leaders and mentors can build new-grad capacity in a way that supports the entire team—without burning everyone outan important perspective to keep in mind when a dog seems like it's misbehavingResources mentioned: The Simple Leadership Strategy to Reduce Overwhelm and Recession-Proof Your Veterinary Practice: https://www.lifeboost.today/thriveinvetmed The Aligned Success Reboot: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  6. Apr 11

    Ep. 101 | Chewy’s Acquisition of Modern Animal: Is Vet Med Heading Toward Human Healthcare… or Can We Evolve for the Better?

    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 professional, or pet owner who wants to stay informed about where vet med is headed, this episode is for you. Resources mentioned: Managing Veterinary Care Costs: A Complete Guide To Payment Options for Pet Owners & Vet Practices: https://www.lifeboost.today/blog/113087-financing-veterinary-careWorkplace satisfaction and well-being survey for the unicorn vet hospital list: https://www.lifeboost.today/unicornhospitalsurveyThe Simple Leadership Strategy to Reduce Overwhelm and Recession-Proof Your Veterinary Practice: https://www.lifeboost.today/thriveinvetmedAligned Success Reboot: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-rebootTo learn more about my 6 month coaching program, the Aligned Success Reboot visit: https://www.lifeboost.today/aligned-success-reboot Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  7. Apr 3

    Ep. 100 The #1 Reason Conversations Become Frustrations (And How To Prevent That)

    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 (practical, emotional, and social), how mismatches lead to frustration, and how to start recognizing what’s actually happening in real time so you can respond more effectively. If you’ve been feeling drained by conversations that go nowhere, this will give you a new lens that can make a huge difference. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

  8. Apr 3

    Ep. 99 | 3 Mistakes Preventing You From Loving Your Job In Vet Med (& How To Change That)

    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 empty, and why reconnecting with your core values is one of the most powerful ways to create real change. If you’ve been feeling like you look good on paper but don’t actually feel good in your day-to-day life, this episode will help you start thinking differently about what’s possible. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services. Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!  To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.today I love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.

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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 health and life coach, entrepreneur, and recovered burnout veterinarian. Together, we'll explore the science behind how your brain and body work, including the unconscious mind while also connecting with what your heart needs in order to stand up to the norm of feeling stuck on a hamster wheel-working hard yet feeling exhausted and not where you want to be- and instead live a life that makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning and in love with who you see when you look in the mirror. The reality is if you do what everyone else is doing, you're not going to feel good. Let's break the norm.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Explicit
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