Heart of the Case

About Heart of the Case

*honest deep dives * This podcast weaves personal life updates, intuitive reflections, and the behind-the-scenes truths

Publisher

Social Work Scrapbook

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Dec 2024

Latest episode

16 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

29 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Aug 2026

   029 I Thought I Chose the WRONG Career… Then Everything Changed

   This episode of Lauren Honestly is for new social workers, graduates, and anyone wondering if they chose the wrong social work career. I’m taking you back to my first social work jobs after graduate school, including my experience as a foster care counselor, school social worker, and juvenile counselor. I talk honestly about social work burnout, career uncertainty, clinical social work, finding the right job, setting boundaries, and learning from difficult clients and difficult work environments. If you're a new social worker wondering what comes after your MSW, feeling burned out, searching for your dream social work job, or considering a career change, I hope this reminds you that your first job does not have to be your forever job. Every position can teach you something and sometimes the job you hated most becomes the experience that prepares you for exactly where you're supposed to go.

2. 

   14 Jun 2026

   028 Im in the MIDDLE of it...lets get REAL || working with my husband & navigating stress

   After stepping away, I'm finally back with a life update.In this episode, I'm sharing what life has looked like behind the scenes: transitioning into a new social work role, working alongside my husband, navigating stress, embracing personal growth, and learning how to redefine myself outside of school social work.This is a real conversation about career transitions, identity shifts and finding your way through uncertain seasons.If you've ever felt like you're reinventing yourself, questioning your next chapter, balancing work and family, or trying to find meaning during a stressful season, this episode is for you.In this episode:• Why I stepped away from YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuGjPIQBXXZ4BTpFDGH6ZhA)• My transition from school social work to a new role• Working with my husband for the first time• Managing stress and major life changes• Rediscovering creativity and content creation• Weight loss, wellness, and mindset shifts• Disney trips, family life, and creating memoriesSubscribe for honest conversations about social work, personal growth, career transitions, motherhood, mindset, wellness, and building a life that feels aligned.______________________________________________________❀ 𝑺𝑶𝑪𝑰𝑨𝑳𝑺 Instagram: https://bit.ly/2F3vQVh☞ collaboration enquiries: lauren.e.gutierrez@gmail.com

3. 

   12 Mar 2026

   026 Comfort Is Quietly Killing Your Career (3 Steps to Pivot)

   If you’ve ever felt like you might be capable of more… but something is holding you back, this conversation is for you. In this episode we’re talking about something a lot of people don’t want to admit: Sometimes we hide behind humility when the truth is… we’re afraid to go after bigger opportunities. After getting a question about applying for higher-level social work roles, I started reflecting on something deeper — the fear that comes with leaving your comfort zone. This episode explores career seasons, fear of leveling up, and the quiet ways we keep ourselves small.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

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Quality

58

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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