Shows
Chill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsThe Chill Approach: What We've Learned After 13 EpisodesShow Description: Amy and Angelyn celebrate reaching their 13th episode milestone and reflect on the key lessons they've learned during their first six months of podcasting. They share insights about alignment, boundaries, and embracing imperfection that apply not just to podcasting but to professional and personal life as well.Key Topics Covered:Celebrating consistency in releasing episodes every other Monday for six monthsThe importance of leaning into alignment over expectationsSetting boundaries that feel good rather than obligatoryTaking imperfect action instead of waiting for perfectionCreating systems that work for your unique situationThe value of f...2025-06-3020 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsMid-Year Reset: Reconnecting with Your Word of the YearShow Description: Amy and Angelyn reconnect with their words of the year—commitment and intentionality—discussing how these guiding principles have shaped their decisions and actions halfway through the year. They explore the powerful practice of aligning tasks with core values and the freedom to adjust goals as needed.Key Topics Covered:Revisiting and reflecting on chosen words of the yearHow core values can transform mundane tasks into meaningful actionsThe practice of assigning core values to items on your to-do listNavigating tasks that don't feel aligned with your valuesThe difference between "have to" tasks and "should" tasks...2025-06-1629 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsMotherhood, ADHD, and Finding Balance in the ChaosShow Description: Amy and Angelyn have an open conversation about their experiences with ADHD and motherhood, exploring how late diagnoses have shaped their understanding of themselves and their approaches to parenting. They discuss the challenges of the "invisible load" of motherhood when combined with ADHD and the journey toward self-acceptance.Key Topics Covered:Late diagnosis experiences and their impactThe intersection of motherhood and ADHDInternalized ableism and the journey to self-acceptanceHow naming the diagnosis provides clarity and understandingThe unique challenges of managing the "invisible load" of motherhood with ADHDHow understanding your brain can be empowering2025-06-0227 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsBecoming the Boss of Your Grass: Freedom to Choose Your PathShow Description: Amy and Angelyn tackle the "grass is greener" mindset, exploring how comparison and fear of the unknown can keep SLPs stuck in unfulfilling situations. They discuss the freedom to make intentional changes, the importance of self-care, and how to water your own grass regardless of where you choose to be.Key Topics Covered:The comparison trap of the "grass is greener" mindsetHow fear and scarcity thinking prevent positive changesMaking intentional career transitions as an SLPThe illusion of perfection in others' careers and livesFinding alignment with your core values in any situationTaking small steps toward m...2025-05-1927 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsWhy Your Dream Job Might Be Closer Than You ThinkShow Description:Amy and Angelyn explore the concept of dream jobs and how core values can serve as a compass for finding fulfillment in your current work situation. Rather than waiting for the perfect job or winning the lottery, they discuss how to identify elements of your ideal career that can be incorporated into your present reality.Key Topics Covered:Envisioning dream careers without limitationsFinding value alignment in current jobsTaking small steps toward more fulfilling workUsing core values to navigate workplace challengesThe connection between job satisfaction and personal valuesHow to identify...2025-05-0535 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsTwinkle Lights & Truth: What Your Dream Party Says About YouShow Description: Amy and Angelyn explore a unique approach to discovering core values through planning an imaginary dream dinner party. Based on an exercise from Dr. Pooja Lakshmin's book "Real Self Care," they walk through creating their ideal gatherings and uncover how each choice—from location to guest list to menu—reveals what truly matters to them.'Key Topics CoveredUsing the dream dinner party exercise to uncover core valuesHow venue choices reflect personal preferences and valuesThe significance of guest list selection in revealing connection stylesFood and activity preferences as windows into deepe...2025-04-2132 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsThe Mindset Hack Everyone Swears By… That Might Be Making Things WorseShow Description: Amy and Angelyn challenge the popular "I get to" vs. "I have to" reframe, discussing why this mindset hack can sometimes feel inauthentic and even harmful. They explore how forced positivity can minimize real feelings and prevent us from honoring our true capacity.Key Topics Covered:Why the "I get to" reframe can feel like toxic positivity in disguiseHow forced gratitude can minimize authentic experiencesThe connection between reframes and core values alignmentThe importance of validating difficult feelingsAlternative reframes that honor authenticityThe difference between genuine gratitude and forced positivityNotable Q...2025-04-0723 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsThe Shouldy Values Trap: Finding What Actually Matters to YouShow Description:Amy and Angelyn dive deep into the concept of core values, exploring how identifying your authentic values (versus "shouldy" values) can be transformative in preventing burnout and creating alignment in your life and career as an SLP.Key Topics Covered: The difference between general values and core valuesHow to identify your authentic core values The concept of "shouldy values" - values we think we should haveUsing misalignment as a clue to discover your true valuesHow core values serve as a decision-making compassThe connection between values alignment and burnout prevention...2025-03-2439 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsPulling Your Happy Wagon: Life Beyond the Winning TicketShow Description:Amy and Angelyn explore the concept of identity beyond work through the lens of a hypothetical lottery win, discussing how to pursue dreams and find purpose without waiting for financial freedom.Key Topics Covered:- Challenging the notion that work defines identity- The difference between purpose and profession- Permission to dream big without winning the lottery- The 10-10-10 rule for decision making- Three life-design questions for reflection- Making small changes toward bigger dreamsNotable Quotes:"When you start to live for...2025-03-1026 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsThe Real Cost Of PerfectionismShow Description:Amy and Angelyn dive deep into perfectionism in the SLP field, discussing how it manifests from graduate school applications through clinical practice, and its connection to burnout and imposter syndrome. Key Points Discussed:- The roots of perfectionism in SLP education and career paths- Connection between perfectionism and imposter syndrome- Impact of perfectionism on physical and mental health- Setting realistic boundaries without becoming perfectionistic about them- The importance of self-compassion and embracing humanity in practiceNotable Quotes:"Our worth isn't measured by our perfection, b...2025-02-2428 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsSorry Not Sorry: We're Just Here For FunShow Description:Amy and Angelyn discuss the importance of having hobbies outside of the SLP profession, challenging the notion that every activity needs to have a purpose or be monetized. They share their experience creating the podcast as a "low-stakes" hobby and discuss giving themselves permission to pursue activities purely for enjoyment.Key Topics Covered:- Creating space for hobbies without pressure to monetize- The importance of "low-stakes" activities- Challenging guilt around taking time for yourself- Setting boundaries to protect hobby time- The difference between productive...2025-02-1022 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsPaper Plates & Permission To PauseIn this episode, Amy and Angelyn dive into their intentions for 2025, discussing what they plan to do more of and less of in the coming year. They explore the importance of making values-aligned decisions and share personal stories about setting boundaries and honoring capacity.Key Topics DiscussedSetting intentions vs traditional resolutionsThe importance of understanding your "why" behind goalsMaking values-aligned decisionsManaging mental load and setting boundariesFinding "unicorn space" and personal timeHonoring different levels of capacityBreaking free from hustle cultureNotable Quotes"I know for so long I was setting my goals...2025-01-2732 minChill, SLP: Mindset, Balance, Growth for Speech PathologistsMeet Your Hosts - Welcome to Chill SLPIn this debut episode, co-hosts Amy and Angelyn introduce themselves and share their vision for the Chill, SLP podcast. They discuss their experiences with burnout as speech-language pathologists and their journeys to finding better work-life balance.Key Topics Discussed
Introduction of hosts Amy and Angelyn
The meaning behind the name "Chill SLP"
Discussion of burnout in the SLP profession
The importance of recognizing amygdala hijack
Both hosts' personal experiences with burnout and recovery
The value of setting boundaries and identifying core values
Notable Quotes:"Being chill isn't about being perfectly zen all the...2025-01-1230 min