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Question 3 of 30 for our Ohio State University Veterinary Medicine Mock Interview

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Question 3 of 30

You will face disappointments in your veterinary school journey. If you suffer a setback, how does it emotionally affect you?

"Through my undergrad studies and first internship, I learned that dwelling on past mistakes did not solve any problems. When I first began my internship at a local animal clinic, I was easily discouraged when I made mistakes. It was my first time working in the medical field, and I made many mistakes at first. I would be hard on myself internally, telling myself maybe I wasn't cut out for a profession as a veterinarian. In academics, if I did not perform to my expectations, I would be disappointed and default to negative self-talk. I've learned to reflect but not dwell on past mistakes. Once I changed my mental approach toward unexpected or negative outcomes, I made fewer mistakes at the clinic, and my academic outcomes improved as well."

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  • 3. You will face disappointments in your veterinary school journey. If you suffer a setback, how does it emotionally affect you?

      How to Answer

      Everyone handles the stress and disappointment of setbacks differently. When you work in the medical field, those setbacks can be amplified. While attending university, these setbacks can feel even more amplified since your grades can significantly determine your success as a veterinarian. Discuss with the admissions team at OSU how you typically react to and cope with setbacks.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on July 4th, 2022

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      "Through my undergrad studies and first internship, I learned that dwelling on past mistakes did not solve any problems. When I first began my internship at a local animal clinic, I was easily discouraged when I made mistakes. It was my first time working in the medical field, and I made many mistakes at first. I would be hard on myself internally, telling myself maybe I wasn't cut out for a profession as a veterinarian. In academics, if I did not perform to my expectations, I would be disappointed and default to negative self-talk. I've learned to reflect but not dwell on past mistakes. Once I changed my mental approach toward unexpected or negative outcomes, I made fewer mistakes at the clinic, and my academic outcomes improved as well."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on July 4th, 2022

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      "Initially, when suffering a setback, it can be disheartening and disappointing. This is especially the case when you've worked hard for something. However, with every setback is the opportunity to learn, and how you face a setback is what ultimately can lead to positive change or advancements. Through my experience, I have become aware of this reality and think that emotional setbacks will always sting, but I can always learn from them."

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      Try making this answer more personal by removing 'you' statements and making them personal to you. I have provided an example below.
      "Initially, when I suffer a setback, it can be disheartening and disappointing. This disappointment is especially the case when I have worked hard for something. One recent setback I have experienced was (give an example). Through this situation, I learned that with every setback is the opportunity to learn. How I face a setback is what will ultimately lead to positive change and my overall success."
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