Coming Back to the Mic
Chapter Two: Reclaim. Rebuild. Rewrite. by Amy Smart
S1 · E15
Feb 10, 2026
04:53
Episode notes

This episode is a gentle re-entry.

Chapter Two has always been about honouring our needs, especially in seasons of transition, burnout, and rebuilding. In this episode, I share why I stepped away from the podcast for a while, what that pause taught me, and why coming back felt important now.

This isn’t a restart or a relaunch. It’s a continuation rooted in honesty, self-trust, and listening to what life is asking of us.

We talk about:

  • why slowing down isn’t the same as giving up
  • honouring your needs without guilt or explanation
  • navigating the in-between season where things are shifting
  • rebuilding gently, without erasing what you’ve lived

Moving forward, Chapter Two will be released bi-weekly, intentionally. A slower rhythm that leaves room to breat ... 

Keywords
Women
Burnout
boundaries
healing
community
healing journey
finding strength
gratitude
thankful
emotional recovery
trauma recovery
moving forward
reset
calm