Scottish-born veterinarian, Dr Joanna Aitken started her career in a well-supported mixed practice in rural NSW. But it wasn't long before her veterinary journey started to become a little less linear! Joanna's story is undoubtedly fascinating, with a number of interstate and international moves, all in the pursuit of veterinary specialisation.
Yet, as fate would have it, this was not how Jo's tale was destined to end. In this episode, Joanna openly shares with us how the power of a positive mindset really does build resilience. How realising your true "why" and simply believing in yourself, can help turn any undesirable or disappointing situation into an opportunity.Listening to Jo's story really highlights the fact that there are so many things out of our control.
Despite all the best laid plans, things happen in life that we don't expect and we cannot plan for. But it is up to you, and you only, to decide how you cope with those hurdles. And although it may not seem like it at the time, sometimes, like in Jo's case, the alternative opportunity that arises is actually better than what you could ever have expected!
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