My name is Amber, I have been in the field for 6 years in texas, I am currently in school to get my associates degree to become a licensed technician. I had wanted to be a DVM when I was a child but never thought I'd actually be able to do it. But then I discovered I could be a technician and fell in love with the profession. But sometimes to burnout get hard, mentally, emotionally, and physically. So I'm here to figure out some better ways of dealing with it and help my team out by passing them along.

I'm grateful for all the passion and wisdom that people bring to this community. We have members that are just entering the field and others that have been around for 30+ years. Let's pay it forward (as the cool kids say). What advice would you give someone new to vet med in regards to caring for their physical and emotional health? This is a safe space and there are no wrong answers. What works for one might not for another. But having more tools in the toolbox of health can only help! Please share your perspective.