Therapy Talks, Lick Mats, & That Customer Service Voice

Welcome back to Below Your Average IQ Podcast — where the takes are wild, the vibes are real, and somehow we end up having meaningful conversations in the middle of absolute chaos.This episode swings from serious to ridiculous in the best way possible. We kick things off talking about why mental health actually matters—checking in with yourself, knowing when you’re not okay, and how “pushing through” isn’t always the flex people think it is. No preachy stuff… just real-life talk, little reminders, and a few laughs while we keep it honest.Then we take a hard left into dog-parent territory: lick mats. Are they a genius boredom-buster? A doggy stress reliever? Or just another thing you buy that ends up stuck to your kitchen floor like it pays rent? We break down the hype, the mess, the best stuff to put on them, and why your dog suddenly acts like a food critic when you spread peanut butter a little wrong.And to wrap it up, MandaLea brings out her legendary “customer service voice”—that magical tone that says “I’m being polite” while her soul is clocked out. We talk about code-switching into professionalism, why it comes out automatically, and the funny moments where you catch yourself sounding like you’re about to ask someone to “rate their experience today.”Expect: real talk, pet chaos, and comedy, all in one episode.Listen now and don’t forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss the nonsense.👉 Listen to Below Your Average IQ Podcast on all major platforms, share with a friend, and leave a review so more beautifully average minds can find the show!Let’s Get Connected:All our links in one spot:https://linktr.ee/BelowAvgIQSupport the Show:Leave a rating, share with your questionable friends, and hit that subscribe/follow button so you never miss an episode!