TEA of Life Podcast

We've all heard the phrase “The greatest story ever told”—but what if calling it a “story” causes us to miss the truth of what really happened? In this episode, we unpack why the resurrection of Jesus isn't fiction or folklore, but a real, historical event that changed the course of humanity forever. Backed by both biblical and non-biblical evidence, we explore how this truth demands more than reflection—it calls for transformation. When we shift our mindset from “story” to reality, we unlock the power of the resurrection to truly transform every area of life. Because Jesus is alive, and that changes everything. LISTEN NOW from any podcasting platform, such as Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere podcasts are played, OR straight from my website, https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. Don't forget to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/teaoflifepodcast/. Visit my website at https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. #thegreateststory #jesusresurrection #resurrectionofchrist #easter #notjustastory #truehistory #historicalevents #thatreallyhappened

In this soul-shifting episode of the TEA of Life Podcast, we're diving into the truth that there's no shortcut to your God-given purpose. Inspired by Rocky IV's “No Easy Way Out,” we explore how transformation requires pain, process, and persistence. If you're tempted to take the easy way out, this episode will remind you that while the narrow road may be hard, it's the only path that leads to real, lasting purpose. LISTEN NOW from any podcasting platform, such as Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere podcasts are played, OR straight from my website, https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. Don't forget to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/teaoflifepodcast/. Visit my website at https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. #NoEasyWayOut #noshortcuthome #PurposeTakesProcess #TEAofLifePodcast #FaithOverComfort #RockyBalboa #RockyIV #GodsTimingIsPerfect #TransformEveryArea #NarrowRoadLiving #ChristianGrowth #PressInNotOut #YouWereCreatedForMore

We've all had moments where we've done the next right thing - poured our time, heart, and energy into something good, only to have someone come behind us and undo it. Whether it's a clean kitchen, a finished project, or a moment of peace. It can be frustrating and even hurtful. But before we let that frustration take root, we have to ask ourselves: how often have we undone the beautiful work God is doing in our lives? And, then remember His promise in Philippians 1:6, that He who began a good work, will see it to completion. LISTEN NOW from any podcasting platform, such as Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere podcasts are played, OR straight from my website, https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. Don't forget to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! Follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/teaoflifepodcast/. Visit my website at https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. #TEAofLifePodcast #TheNextRightThing #FaithOverFeelings #GodIsStillWorking #ChristianEncouragement #GraceInTheMess #ObedienceMatters #TrustHisTiming #HeWillFinishIt #TransformationInChrist  

When life feels overwhelming and uncertain, it's easy to get stuck in fear or indecision. But the good news is, we don't have to have the entire future figured out. We just need to do the next right thing, and when we allow God to direct our steps, it is sure to Transform Every Area of our Life. Every small, faithful step moves us forward, and we can walk in confidence, knowing He will lead us exactly where we need to be. Don't forget to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to TEA of Life Podcast on any podcasting platform. Follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast  Visit my website at https://teaoflifepodcast.com/.   #TheNextRightThing #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #WalkByFaith #Transformation #Wisdom #TEAofLifePodcast  

Healing is no easy journey, and trusting God's process can feel overwhelming — especially when others don't understand. In this episode of TEA of Life Podcast, we dive into the power of surrender, leaning into God's strength when we feel weak, and letting go of the fear of others' opinions. Through personal stories, biblical truths, and practical steps, discover how to embrace healing, walk in obedience, and create a life you truly love to live. It's time to trust the process and step into the freedom God has for you! Don't forget to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to TEA of Life Podcast on any podcasting platform. Follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/teaoflifepodcast/. Visit my website at https://teaoflifepodcast.com/. #HealingJourney #TrustTheProcess #FaithOverFear  #FaithBasedHealing #EmotionalHealing #GodsPlan #StrengthInWeakness #HealingWithGod #WalkInFaith #TransformationJourney #GraceFilledLife #LiveInFreedom #FaithAndHealing #WomenOfFaith #HealingIsPossible 

Self-sabotage is a common struggle that can manifest in procrastination, negative self-talk, and a fear of success, often stemming from childhood experiences. Today, I share personal experiences of growing up with a narcissistic mom, which led to deep-seated feelings of unworthiness and a belief that my purpose was to serve others rather than fulfill my own calling. Through a conversation with the Lord, I suddenly realized that I was not born for my parents' expectations but for God's greater purpose. This was the moment that I was set free from guilt and shame. Overcoming self-sabotage requires setting healthy boundaries, rejecting manipulation, and recognizing self-worth through faith. By confronting negative thoughts and embracing the strength God provides, we can stop being the weapon formed against ourselves that is causing us not to prosper and step into the life we are meant to live! Don't forget to follow and SUBSCRIBE to this podcast, TEA of Life Podcast, on any podcasting platform and follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/teaoflifepodcast/. Visit my website at teaoflifepodcast.com. #SelfSabotage #OvercomingFear #HealingJourney #FaithAndGrowth #BreakFree #PersonalGrowth #ChristianPodcast #MindsetShift #OvercomingGuilt #SelfWorth #InnerHealing #BoundariesMatter #FearOfSuccess #TransformYourLife #TEAofLifePodcast

Who We Walk With Matters ✨ Proverbs 13:20 says, “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” I've learned this the hard way—staying in toxic relationships, ignoring red flags, and thinking things would change. But wisdom isn't just about knowing better; it's about choosing better. Today, I share encouragement and inspiration for surrounding ourselves with people who uplift, challenge, and inspire us and to step away from those who drain, deceive, or distract us from growth. Let me know how this episode encouraged you by following and leaving a comment on Instagram @teaoflifepodast. Previous episode mentioned: https://teaoflifepodcast.com/the-beginning-of-healing/ Visit my website at teaoflifepodcast.com. #wisdom #walkwiththewise #becomewise #gainwisdom #wisdom #encouragement #inspiration #relationships #toxicrelationships 

In this episode of TEA of Life Podcast, we explore the powerful parallel between a simple cup of tea and the life-giving presence of the Holy Spirit. Just as tea transforms water into something vibrant and nourishing, the Spirit of the Lord renews and restores us, bringing healing, strength, and purpose. Through my personal journey of overcoming trials and discovering renewal, I share how God's transformative power can touch every area of our lives. Join me as we steep in His presence, embrace His refreshing grace, and allow Him to infuse our hearts with new life! Don't forget to follow and SUBSCRIBE to this podcast, TEA of Life Podcast, on any podcasting platform. Follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast  Visit my website at teaoflifepodcast.com. #FaithPodcast #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualRenewal #FaithJourney #GodsPlan #JesusHeals #HealingJourney #SpiritualHealing #Restoration #Transformation #FaithOverFear #Breakthrough #Overcomer #EncouragingWords #LiveWithPurpose

In my last episode, I mentioned how I had to close my circle. I shared how I had to step away from a few others - especially those who were always stealing parts of me in order to accomplish their own goals. Today, I explain a little more about why I did this and shed light on a few relationship characteristics that may help you identify boundaries that you may need to set as well. Visit my website https://teaoflifepodcast.com/ for a full transcript of this episode and for more TOL goodness. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @teaoflifepodcast. #boundaries #toxicrelationships #narcissism #healthyboundaries #boundarieswithparents 

The freedom that I feel from my previous entanglement of what we always describe as brokenness is unexplainable. The confidence that I have gained from knowing that I am free and healed is astonishing. In this episode, I offer a few ways to get this same healing started for yourself! For more information and past episodes, my website at teaoflifepodcast.com. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook @teaoflifepodcast #brokenness #emotionalhealing #spiritualhealing #depression #anxiety #boundaries #emotionalhealth 

Today, I talk about boundaries and share more of my story. During the events that ultimately led to this podcast (which I've talked about in previous episodes), I learned a lot about boundaries. Before that time, I didn't really know what boundaries were. I was never taught about boundaries in any aspect of my life, and it wasn't until I was in my 40s and experiencing one of the darkest places in my life that I learned about boundaries. Let me know how this episode encouraged you by following and leaving a comment on Instagram @teaoflifepodast. Visit my website at teaoflifepodcast.com.

Do you ever find yourself more easily believing the bad things that have possibly been said about or told to you, rather than the good things that God's Word tells us? Sometimes, it's the bad stuff that's easier to believe. In this episode, I share a little more about my story, in hopes of encouraging and inspiring you to believe the good things of who you are and who God created you to be! For more information and past episodes, my website at teaoflifepodcast.com. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook @teaoflifepodcast 

What is God nudging you to do that you are avoiding? Are you avoiding it out of fear or out of procrastination? In this episode, Tiffany gives the encouragement needed to push you forward into your God-given dream or pursuit. Let us know how this episode encouraged you by leaving us a comment on our website, teaoflifepodcast.com. Share this episode with anyone, who you feel, needs encouragement to step into the place God is calling them to be. Don't forget to follow and SUBSCRIBE to this podcast, TEA of Life Podcast, on any podcasting platform and follow me on Instagram @teaoflifepodcast. Visit my YouTube channel, youtube.com/@teaoflifepodcast, where I continue to encourage you to Transform Every Area of Life by Telling Each Adventure of Life.  

In this first episode of Season 7, I begin to share why I'm really here. I get a personal, vulnerable, and definitely a bit uncomfortable with my topic. Find out the name of the book that literally changed my life, by visiting this episode at teaoflifepodcast.com. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram - @teaoflifepodcast.  

Today, I'm jumping right into our topic and talking about stating our why. Think about why it is that we want to do whatever it is that we want to do. Our why is not our reason, and we need to understand that stating our why is important to help keep us motivated. It leads us to our specific goals. It's what gets us there. It's what gets us up in the morning and what keeps us awake at night. It doesn't lay the process of getting there out for us, but it actually helps us vision the end result in the here and now. For a transcript of this episode and all links and show notes, go to teaoflifepodcast.com. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @teaoflifepodcast.  

When we are contemplating something new, it is wise to find someone who is already doing it and ask them a lot of questions. Asking others who are already successful in doing what we want to do helps us gain knowledge. They can pass on wisdom and experiences that we may not have ever considered. For complete transcripts and show notes, visit teaoflifepodcast.com. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram: @teaoflifepodcast  

There are times when we need to relax, take a breath, and breathe, and the start of a homeschooling journey is definitely one of those times. One of the many things that I have learned during my time homeschooling is that staying calm usually helps in every situation. The more calm we approach our homeschooling journey, the easier, more enjoyable, and more rewarding it is going to be for everyone. For full transcripts and show notes, go to teaoflifepodcast.com. Follow me on facebook and Instagram: @teaoflifepodcast.  

Today, I pull pull an ever-relevant episode from the vault. In this episode, my former co-host and I talk about why school is not THAT important. The pressures for good grades and high end of year test scores contribute to rising depression, cutting, and suicide rates among middle and high schoolers. This could be related to the feeling of not measuring up among peers or the pressures that parents, teachers, and professors put on their students. What matters is recognizing these stressors in your child's life and helping them navigate through them or not allowing them in your child's life at all. Your relationship with your child is more important than school or any test scores, and we share why we believe that. For show links, go to teaoflifepodcast.com Follow me on: Instagram: @teaoflifepodcast Facebook: @teaoflifepodcast    

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Today, I want to encourage you that you are enough. There's this idea going around that says that we are not enough, and I feel like I am here to tell you today that you are enough and that having self-worth is not wrong. In fact, it is how Jesus sees us. For full transcripts, visit teaoflifepodcast.com.

In today's episode, I talk about a time when God asked me to do something really hard, and I rebelled. In the end, I ended up submitting to His will, even though it wasn't easy. Today, I am grateful for that hard journey, and I want to encourage you to go where He's asking you to go. For full transcripts, visit teaoflifepodcast.com. 

I'm back! I took some time in 2021 to reflect and refuel, and now I'm ready to get back to it! Enjoy this introductory episode for season 6 and make sure you SUBSCRIBE for future episodes! For full transcripts and links, visit teaoflifepodcast.com. 

Today, I hope to make you feel a little better and possibly put a couple of things into perspective with your homeschooling journey. My hope is that, after listening to this episode, you will be able to feel a bit more prepared and encouraged as you begin, or continue, homeschooling through high school. For show notes, links, transcripts, or to subscribe to our podcast, visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.   

Homeschool High School - We Did It and So Can You! Part 1 This past May, we graduated our firstborn from high school, but not just any high school...homeschool high school. It was scary, awesome, terrifying, amazing, and all the feels at the same exact time. We did it! We graduated our son from homeschool high school, and YOU CAN TOO! These next few episodes, we will go through what it takes to homeschool high school and give you the encouragement you need to know that you can do it too! For transcripts, show notes, and links, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/. 

I can’t believe it, but this is officially Season 5 of the podcast! I know a few of you have been listening since the beginning, and I’d like to say a great big THANK YOU for the continued support and encouragement. Lately, I've noticed a huge spike of downloads, and that’s been really super exciting! Thank you all so much for joining me in this journey. In my last episode, I made a reference to how I have been taking time to reflect and consider how I want to move forward with this podcast. There are things about doing this podcast that I love, and things that I really don’t love. Join me as I unpack this on this episode, and then tell me what you think I should do. For full transcripts, links, and show notes, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/. 

I am hearing that for Thanksgiving, there are some places that aren’t allowing people to gather in groups of more than 10 people. Is this in your area, or do you have a similar but different mandate that your authorities are trying to implement? If so, what, and how do you feel about it? Are you planning on following it, or are you gonna ignore it and do what you want to anyway? How does your Thanksgiving celebration today look different than your celebration as a kid? I read a recent article from Mike Rowe called It’s Enough to Make a Grown Man Weep and chat about holiday depression.  For the full transcript, links, and show notes, go to teaoflifepodcast.com.

The Edge of Everywhen is a fictional book by Author, Allison Mackey, that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It is written for upper elementary/middle school ages; however, I found that I couldn't put the book down, and I am...well, let's just say that you should never ask a lady her age. I first interviewed Allison Mackey back in episode #30, How to Pursue Your Writing Passions. In that previous episode, we talked about how she became a writer and why. Also during that interview, she was in the process of writing The Edge of Everywhen and had actually just presented her book to her publisher that very morning. My favorite quote from that episode was, "We don't seek perfection in order to obtain the Father's blessing. We seek perfection because we already have the Father's blessing." During our current chat and also in her book, Allison refers to quite-a-few other books that are great reads for everyone. Here are just a few of the books she referred to that can help you start your very own amazing journey of fictional reading this summer. The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore The Giver Narnia Old Possum's Books of Practical Cats Great Expectations Oliver Twist You can find and follow Allison on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram @author_asmackey, and on the web at asmackey.com. To download your copy of the Activity Sheets, follow this link. Download a sample of The Edge of Everywhen here. Visit this link to purchase your copy of The Edge of Everywhen.

While quarantined during the Coronavirus shutdown, Shelley also found herself in a similar situation as us and a lot of other people. She too has had to sit back and watch all of her work disappear. Due to this, I wanted to invite her on to have a chat and get her perspective on how she is handling being shut in and unable to get out, make money, and hang out with her friends and family. So, as everyone should know by now, this video is part of a series released in order to get perspective on how others out there are handling being quarantined during Coronavirus / COVID-19. I am asking the same questions to all of my guests in all of the videos in this series so that we can see how others are doing. My hope is that my guest can say something that you can identify with that will help you feel better about the situation you may be experiencing as well.  Even though we may feel like it sometimes, we are not alone, and I hope that you are able to identify with Shelley and our conversation can help you. We first had a conversation with Shelley back in episode #29, where she shared her passion for Ireland. In this episode, Shelley mentions her love for Valor Coffee House in Alpharetta, GA.       

This quarantined conversation with Rayson took place on May 5th, 2020, at the height of the world-wide Coronavirus Pandemic. Rayson is the host of the Raygacy Show, where he is a motivational and inspirational speaker, where he has had the privilege of interviewing top entrepreneurs such as Gary Vaynerchuk and Grant Cardone. He is also a nurse at the Institute of Mental Health in Singapore. I invited Rayson on today because I wanted to get his personal experience with being quarantined from Singapore with the current COVID-19 / Coronavirus crisis. There, they are also experiencing shutdowns and stay-at-home orders; however, they call it the “Circuit Breaker.” Rayson shares a little bit of how the Circuit Breaker got its name. I first interviewed Rayson about 2 years ago in episode #59, and at that time, he had about 1000 followers on Instagram, and now, just 2 years later, he has over 10,000 followers! He was kind to give us a quick rundown of how he has been able to grow his brand so quickly. Rayson tells us about the 5-Points to Hand Hygiene, which are, “Wash your hands…” before touching a patient, before clean/aseptic procedures, after body fluid exposure/risk, after touching a patient, and. after touching patient surroundings. Rayson ends with encouraging everyone to take this time, while quarantined, to reconsider what it is that you want your life to be and go for it. You only have one life to live. No one can live your life for you, and there is only one you. It’s up to you to build the life that you want. He encourages us to come out stronger and let yourself be known to the world.  Follow Rayson on:  YouTube: Raygacy Vlogs  Facebook: Rayson Choo Instagram: @raygacy Rayson's Telegram Group Additional: Rayson mentions the book, The Secret by Rhonda Byrne, which is a book about the laws of attraction, positivity, mindfulness, etc…, and you can watch Rayson’s interview with Bob Doyle here.

Erica Greene is juggling her experience with being a new mom while being quarantined from COVID-19. She shares how not being able to depend on others to step in and help her has been really tough.  Erica's husband is a pharmacist, and his work demands have been drastically increased, making her time at home even more difficult. Both with taking care of her 9-month-old son and not being able to have grown-up conversations on a regular basis has been the toughest part of this for her. During this conversation, you can watch Erica as she is even juggling taking care of her son, who has also just learned how to crawl making him more mobile, and video-calling with me at the same time.  Erica says that she misses her friends the most, and she misses the pressures of obligations the least. Make sure you watch the other videos in this series. If you've missed them, you can see them here: http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Welcome to Part 5 of Our Quarantined Life. In this episode, I chat with a long-time friend, Kelsie Stone. Kelsie is the author of Glass Dust, and her wisdom certainly goes beyond her years.  Kelsie is passionate about people. In fact, she shaved her head in order to raise money for MUST Ministries during the COVID-19 crisis. Even though she is in isolation due to being immune-compromised, she wanted to continue to contribute to helping others in her community. She petitioned for people to donate money to this ministry in hopes of allowing more people to be fed during this pandemic. Kelsie has a connective tissue disease called Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, or HEDS for short. This disease is considered rare; however, Kelsie, along with others who have also been diagnosed, thinks that it is more common than we are aware.  Kelsie is immune-compromised and was also diagnosed with a disorder called Scheuermann Disease, and then eventually Ankylosing Spondylitis, after she found out that her spine was broken in three different places without her knowledge of ever having broken it.  We mention how, in high school, Tiffany was awarded a trip to the counselor's office because of a poem she wrote for The Cherokee Review, a book of poems and short stories submitted by the high school students. Who knows? Maybe I'll publish it as an article at http://teaoflifepodcast.com/, and then you can give me your opinion on whether or not that trip was truly deserved. Kelsie is a passionate gamer, specifically VR (Virtual Reality). We talk about how she has been able to turn her passion for gaming into physical therapy for her body, and she shares about her desire to introduce gaming techniques to the disabled community.  Kelsie encourages everyone to remember that lives matter...everyone matters. She hopes that we can hold on to the adversity that we are experiencing right now so that we can continue pulling together going forward. Relationship and community have always been important, and we hope that we can remember that when this all comes to an end. Visit Amazon today to buy your own copy of Kelsie's book, Glass Dust. 

Kristina Thrasher shares her answers and perspective to my quarantined questions. If you’ve been listening for a while, you will remember my first conversation with Kristina in episode #53, Aneurysm Survivor Finds Her Purpose. If you haven’t heard that conversation, please make sure you take some time to listen. You’ll be glad you did! This is the 4th video in “Our Quarantined Life” series. To see the first 3 videos, go to teaoflifepodcast.com or watch them straight from YouTube. Don’t forget to subscribe while you’re there, and hit that bell. We have more videos coming your way!

In part 3 of this video series, I invited Garrett Holcombe to share his perspective on how he and his family are handling our current situation with the COVID-19, Coronavirus shutdown. We talk through my quarantined questions in hopes of shedding some positivity, hope, and good news. Garrett is the President of Horizon Planning Group Inc, and he is known for having a heart of a teacher when it comes to his clients. He currently serves clients across the US and is a Smart Vestor Professional with Dave Ramsey. His passion for financial independence and prosperity for all is very evident in our conversation. For show notes and video links, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv2CveelJEmC8UriSTHMt3Q

In this conversation, April spoke to our audience regarding how she and her family are handling being quarantined due to the global COVID-19, Coronavirus, outbreak. She has some really great advice on dealing with being shut-in, along with some great apps and videos to watch in order to bring some light and good news into the situation. For links and show notes, visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/. To watch the full video, visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv2CveelJEmC8UriSTHMt3Q

We answer questions regarding how we have been handling the shelter-in-place quarantine order due to the Coronavirus outbreak. We want to give you a little glimpse of what our life has been like during the past 6 weeks and hopefully let you know that, no matter how you feel or what you're experiencing, you are not alone. We also desire to inspire you to look for your own adventure right now wherever you are. Visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/ for more episodes that will inspire you to Transform Every Area of [YOUR] Life.

We are currently in a state of shutdown due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, and a lot of you are fearful. Fear is paralyzing. There is no preparation in fear. Fear doesn’t allow you to think properly or logically. Fear drives you to think about every possible scenario that could happen, or in your mind, will happen and doesn’t allow you to think logically about how things will actually and ultimately turn out. There is truth and there are lies. Sometimes, it’s hard to distinguish between the two. For show notes and transcripts, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Religion tells us that we need to Do something in order to be forgiven. This Quid Pro Quo is not biblical and keeps us in more bondage and in less freedom. In this episode, I talk about how this religious lie has stolen our ability to live in the freedom that we already have in Christ.  The good news here and the truth is that you are already forgiven! There is nothing that you can do or say in order to make yourself more forgiven than you already are!

According to some research, having an identity crisis can sometimes be considered a psychological issue. Some people can suffer from identity crises all of their life, while others may experience it periodically, and then others may begin to experience it at short times during their life when they are in situations that they allow to “define them.” It’s not the questioning that causes an identity crisis, it’s the failure to execute that causes an identity crisis. The crisis part comes after not being able to execute who you really are after you have identified yourself. For show notes, transcripts, links and more, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

We’ve talked about the 7 Simple Steps to Loving Your Life, and if you have no idea what I am talking about or you haven’t heard that episode, I want to encourage you to go listen to that episode. I believe that doing those steps can actually help you find more happiness and contentment, but sometimes, we don’t actually know what would make us happy, so we don’t really know what goal we’re working for or what goal we are trying to achieve, regarding our happiness, so in today's episode, I want you to explore more about what really makes you happy and why and then set a goal to meet that target. I also introduced a new company founded by a few friends of ours and offer our listeners 10% off your entire order with a coupon code, so listen in to find out more about this and about what makes you happy!

Today, I have some exciting news! April Abraham is back for this episode as a guest-host, and I couldn't be happier about it! In this episode, we chat about: April's new bidet and her experience using it

We all want to feel known in a sense of having a deep connection with someone else or maybe even a group of someone else's. We all long for the security that we feel that it will bring to us. There is something about having a deep relationship with others by their physical presence that cannot be replaced with virtual reality. For some, we may have been told that we don't fit in, or maybe we have felt or currently feel that we don’t fit in; that we don't measure up or that we are different than those around us. We may feel different. We may think differently. We may even look different or dress differently. We are constantly wondering where we fit into this world we call home. If you have ever felt this way or are currently feeling this way, today, I talk to you. I let you know that you are not alone, and I talk about how to begin to see change. 

Sudio Tolv Earbuds - Unboxing and Review + why we like them better than Apple Airpods. GASP! Recently, we received another collaboration with Sudio Sweden in exchange for our review of their new Sudio Tolv Wireless Earbuds. In this episode, we do an audio unboxing, plus a review of what we think about them so far. We discuss purchasing a set of Apple Airpods only to return them about a week later and what we think about these in their place. To check out the Tolv Earbuds and to purchase a set for yourself, go to Sudio Sweden; then, be sure to shop around their website to see all the amazing products that they have to offer. For a limited time, enter code: Teapod15 at checkout and receive 15% off your ENTIRE order + FREE shipping all over the world.  ALSO, right now (at the time of this episode release) receive a FREE Passport Cover with every purchase. That's another $20 value...FREE! Can I get a Woot! Woot!? So, you really need to listen to this entire episode to hear all about what we love about the Tolv Earbuds, why we like them more than the Apple Airpods, and how you can get a pair for yourself and a friend. Visit teaoflifepodcast.com for links, show notes, and articles.

My husband and I have a lot of really great stories of living debt-free. It truly is a passion of ours that started when we became engaged in 1996. We decided that we didn't want to start a marriage with debt because we had seen the destruction that debt can cause in a marriage (and just in life in general), and we knew that we wanted no part of that. I can tell you that there is no faster way of getting out of debt than to tell your fiance that you cannot marry him until we are both debt-free! And, we did it! We were completely debt-free the day we got married, and for the next 4-1/2 years, we lived on $14,500/year. We were very passionate about living on what we made; no matter what we made, and we believe that God honored that and believe that God can and will honor that for you too, but it has to be a true desire. You have to live it, for Him to honor it. For complete transcripts, show notes, and product links, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Change is hard! SO! HARD! People can say that they like change, but not a lot of people like TO change, or, to be more exact...people don’t like to BE changed. Some people do like to try to change us though, and I get into that a little bit on this episode as well. Sometimes change is necessary in order for things to be different. Albert Einstein said that “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again...expecting different results.” Sometimes we decide to change ourselves or our circumstances because we’re bored with where we are. The boredom forces us to get past it and do something else or actually...do...something. Some of us have been taught that we should never be bored because that’s when the devil creeps in and bad things happen; then, there’s also a saying that “if the devil can’t make you bad, he’ll make you busy.” So, which is it? Is he going to creep into my boredom, or is he going to creep into my busyness? For show notes, links and transcripts, go to http://teaoflifepodcast.com/podcasts/changeandhabits/

What would you do right now, if you could do anything? What do you think it would take to get you there? Courage? Financial Independence? Support from family or others? I once asked someone this question, and their answer was surprising and not something I could get on board with. What about you? Leave your answer now at teaoflifepodcast.com. For show notes, links, and transcripts, visit teaoflifepodcast.com. Subscribe now on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or Spotify and never miss an episode!

We need to know that in order to get to where we want to be, we need to surround ourselves with people who are already there. We need to seek out and ask questions to those who have already achieved our desired status or who have achieved our desired position in society. Rayson Choo, host of the Raygacy show, recently posted that one of his listeners commented that he (Rayson) should be financially successful before interviewing people like Gary Vaynerchuk and Grant Cardone - both of which have already been on Rayson’s show and have encouraged him in many ways, and both have also agreed that what he is doing is fantastic and he should keep on keeping on! This is a total misconception, and today, I will tell you why. For show notes and transcripts, visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Are you feeling stuck; like you’re not going anywhere + that you’re on a path or a virtual treadmill to nowhere? Do you feel like no matter what you do, you cannot move ahead? All of us have been there at one time or another. In fact, we (my husband and I) are just coming out of a place where we have felt stuck. I have been teaching others how to become the best that they can be and how to live their best life, all while feeling somewhat stuck in our own lives. That didn’t happen because this stuff doesn’t work. It happened because we allowed it to happen; however, we have recently become unstuck, and the feeling has been AMAZING! Listen in today as I talk about how to become unstuck in your own life and begin to love the life you're living. Visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/ for transcripts, show notes, and links.

If you’ve ever felt guilty or anxious for saying no or have been talked into doing something that you never wanted to do in the first place, you may have a boundary problem. If you constantly deal with too much drama in your relationships or have difficulty making decisions, you may have a boundary problem. If you care too much about what other people think about you, you may have boundary issues. These are just a few examples as the list is long, so even if the above isn’t you, you could still have boundary issues, and in this episode, I help you solve them. For show notes, links, and transcripts, visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Henry David Thoreau, a philosopher, and poet said, “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them.” I am giving you 7 simple steps that I hope will help you get out of your desperation and on to achieving your goals. Whether your goal is to become a better person, change your circumstances, or maybe even your attitude, I hope these encourage you and help you to achieve it. My hope for you is that by giving you these steps and breaking them down one-by-one, it will help you get to your goal easier and create a vision for what needs to be done along the way. For snow notes, links, and transcripts, visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Today, we break down the 5 components to setting and accomplishing your goal of creating the life you love to live or how to become a better person. We break down SMART goals and talk through each of these components: 1. Specific/Simple/Significant 2. Measurable/Meaningful/Motivating 3. Achievable/Attainable/Announced/Authored by YOU 4. Relevant/Reasonable 5. Time Bound/Time Sensitive For show notes and complete transcripts, visit http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.

Along my way, I have met so many people who all have one thing in common, they are not loving this precious life that we have been given the opportunity to live; they are not living their best life. Not only that, but lately I see commercial after commercial “selling” us ways for you to love our life - whether it be through a new online counseling agency, gym memberships, food, medication...basically more items and ways than I can even think about right now. I want to ask you what are you going to do this year to make your life better because it IS up to you. It is not up to anyone else to change your life. It is not up to anyone else to change your life for you. It’s not up to anyone else to create the life that YOU want to live. It is up to you! I can only give you a nudge in the right direction through encouragement and presenting some tools that you can use to achieve your goals. If you have a goal this year to change your attitude or situation, YOU are the only person who can achieve that goal. For some, just changing your attitude can change your life. For some, you already have a really good life circumstance, job, family life, or whatever, but you have a really bad attitude about it. Some of you may need to make some changes to the life you’re living, while others of you just need to change your attitude about the life you’re already living. Journey with us today on the life-changing opportunity of loving the life you live and becoming irresistible to those around you. To read the complete set of show notes and transcripts, visit my website at http://teaoflifepodcast.com/.