102. Your Job Is Not Your Identity—Even If You're Damn Good at It
Description
Welcome to Part 1 of our 5-part burnout series! In this episode, we’re starting at the root: identity. If you’re a high-achieving SLP (or OT or PT) who gets told you’re “a lifesaver,” “the only one who gets it,” or “the one who always says yes”... it’s time to ask: Is your job your entire identity?
I'm covering:
- How well-meaning validation keeps us stuck in burnout
- The hidden cost of being the “fixer,” the “flexible one,” or the “overachiever”
- Why compliments feel good—but can trap us in people-pleasing
- A mindset shift that lets you love your career without losing yourself in it
You’ll also learn how to:
✅ Identify the role you play at work (and whether it aligns with who you actually are)
✅ Audit your schedule for obligation vs. intention
✅ Start reclaiming an identity outside of your productivity
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