# 398: Motivation is overrated. Here’s what works instead

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Podcast: [The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vet-blast-podcast-presented-by-dvm360-435217)
Published: 2026-04-01T13:59:31+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Resilient Vet: Mind and Body Strategies for Success , the focus shifts from motivation to what actually sustains healthy habits. Hosts Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, and Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP discuss why relying on motivation often falls short, and how small, consistent changes, supportive environments, and realistic expectations can help veterinary professionals build lasting physical and emotional resilience.

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