Back to School Burnout with Angelyn Franks

Guest: Angelyn Franks, SLPD, CCC-SLP

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Welcome to Season 3 of the School of Speech, presented by Speech Therapy PD and hosted by Carolyn Dolby. In this episode titled 'Back to School Burnout,' Carolyn chats with Dr. Angelyn Franks, a speech-language pathologist, researcher, and burnout coach who has experienced burnout firsthand. Dr. Franks shares her journey from burnout to a balanced and fulfilling career by aligning her work with her core values. She delves into the root causes of burnout, such as workload, control, and values misalignment, and offers valuable strategies to manage and reframe stress. Learn about identifying core values, setting boundaries, and engaging in authentic self-care to navigate the stressful back-to-school season. Don't miss this enriching discussion designed to empower educators and clinicians to build meaningful and sustainable careers. Tune in and discover how to thrive without sacrificing your wellbeing.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:13 Meet Dr. Angelyn Franks

02:02 Housekeeping and Disclosures

03:58 Starting the Conversation

05:29 Angelyn's Journey Through Burnout

07:30 Understanding Burnout and Stress

11:10 Scheduling Challenges and Strategies

23:34 Symptoms and Coping Mechanisms

31:10 Understanding the Impact of Stress on the Brain

31:49 Reframing Burnout and Stress

35:43 Strategies for Managing Stress and Setting Boundaries

43:10 Identifying and Aligning with Core Values

58:41 Practical Tips for Reducing Stress and Setting Boundaries

01:06:49 Conclusion and Future Plans

About the Guest:

Dr. Angelyn Franks, SLPD, CCC-SLP, is a burnout coach, mindfulness expert, and speech-language pathologist dedicated to helping healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers break free from burnout and design lives rooted in what truly matters. Drawing on years of experience in clinical practice—and firsthand experience in the burnout cycle—she equips her clients with evidence-based tools to manage stress, set meaningful boundaries, and align their self-care with their core values. Her compassionate, research-backed approach blends science, simplicity, and her own transformative journey to guide others toward a fulfilling, burnout-free life. Her mission is to reimagine how helping professionals approach stress, self-care, and career fulfillment, providing a clear path to thriving both personally and professionally. When she’s not coaching, speaking, or creating resources to support her clients, Dr. Franks enjoys spending time in cozy coffee shops, listening to thought-provoking audiobooks and podcasts, and planning her next weekend getaway with her family. She’s passionate about meaningful conversations, finding inspiration in everyday moments, and fostering a life filled with curiosity, compassion, and ease.

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