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Busy Was My Drug of Choice

Social Worker in Private Practice

Release Date: 07/30/2025

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. Not just for social workers anymore—this podcast dives into the work, the life, and the deeper questions in between. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means to tune in when our body is speaking—often louder than we realize. From fatigue and tension, to those subtle nudges we tend to dismiss, our body is constantly sending us notifications. The question is: are we paying attention, or are we too busy silencing the alerts? I share my own experiences with ignoring the signs until they couldn’t...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. Not just for social workers anymore—this podcast dives into the work, the life, and the deeper questions in between. In this episode, I explore the different ways we try to “keep the peace,” from the chronic accommodator and the avoider, to the fixer, the chameleon, the overfunctioner, and the self-silencer. For years, I wore more than one of those hats, believing it was my job to smooth things over. I’ve learned that sometimes you have to embrace discomfort in the moment to protect your well-being in...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. Not just for social workers anymore— this podcast dives into the work, the life, and the deeper questions in between. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means to let go. Not in a surface-level, & just move on; kind of way, but the deeper, often uncomfortable process of releasing control, expectations, and the stories we've been carrying for too long. Letting go doesn’t mean giving up. It means making space for growth, for peace, for whatever's next. I’m sharing what that’s looked like...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. Not just for social workers anymore—this podcast dives into the work, the life, and the deeper questions in between. In this episode, I’m getting honest about something that’s shaped a big part of my journey: being busy. For a long time, being busy wasn’t just a habit; it was my coping mechanism, my distraction, my way of avoiding the hard stuff underneath. We live in a culture that praises hustle and productivity, but at what cost? I’m unpacking how I came to see that “busy” was my drug of choice and...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. Not just for social workers anymore—this podcast dives into the work, the life, and the deeper questions in between. In this episode, I’m exploring the idea of letting people see the work—not just the outcome. In private practice and in life, we often feel pressure to present the polished version. The perfectly planned schedule. The fully booked caseload. The well-edited website. But what about everything it takes to get there? The effort, the trial and error, the real behind-the-scenes? This conversation is...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. I chat all things private practice: the biz and a bit of life. In this episode, I'm talking about Your Voice. In a world full of noise... opinions, expectations, and advice - it’s easy to lose track of your own voice. Especially in private practice, where there’s no shortage of outside input about how you should be doing things. This episode is about tuning out the pressure and tuning in to yourself. Whether you’ve been second-guessing decisions, comparing your path to someone else’s, or just feeling...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. I chat all things private practice: the biz and a bit of life. In this episode, I’m exploring the feeling of not enough. A common, but often unspoken, experience in private practice. Whether it’s not seeing enough clients, not earning enough, or not feeling like you are enough, these thoughts can quietly shape how we work and what we believe is possible. If you’ve ever questioned your progress or wondered if you’re falling behind, this conversation is for you. 

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. I chat all things private practice: the biz and a bit of life. In this episode, I chat about what success really looks like in private practice. What does it mean to grow a practice that’s not only sustainable but also aligned with your values, goals, and life outside of work? Whether you're just starting out or considering a new direction, this conversation will help you get clear on what you’re building and why it matters.

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. I chat all things private practice: the biz and a bit of life. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to attract the clients you love and not just anyone who shows up. Are you working with people who light you up, or ones who drain your energy? Let’s explore the truth about alignment in your business, how to get clear on who you actually want to work with, and why defining your ideal client is the first step to building a business that feels good and grows with ease. Plus, we’ll look at how...

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Social Worker in Private Practice

Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice. I chat all things private practice: the biz and a bit of life. In this episode, we’re talking about flexibility. Not the physical kind, but the mental and emotional strength it takes to adapt, shift, and grow. Are you making choices from a place of alignment, or just going through the motions? Let’s explore what it really means to be strong enough to flex, how to move from obligation to intention, and why learning to let go of self-sabotage is a powerful step toward growth.

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Join me, Tammy Roche, for another Episode of Social Worker in Private Practice.

Not just for social workers anymore—this podcast dives into the work, the life, and the deeper questions in between.

In this episode, I’m getting honest about something that’s shaped a big part of my journey: being busy. For a long time, being busy wasn’t just a habit; it was my coping mechanism, my distraction, my way of avoiding the hard stuff underneath.

We live in a culture that praises hustle and productivity, but at what cost? I’m unpacking how I came to see that “busy” was my drug of choice and what it looked like to step away from that cycle.

If you’ve ever tied your worth to your to-do list or felt uneasy in the quiet moments, this episode might resonate. You’re not alone, and there’s another way to be.

P.S. – This October, I’ll be participating in the 2025 Shitbox Rally—a movement-based fundraiser raising money for Cancer Council. It’s a cause that’s deeply meaningful to me, and I’d love for you to check it out. You can learn more and support my journey at tammyroche.com/giving-2025-1.