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What if the version of you that helped you survive is the same version keeping you from becoming who you are now? Inspired by reflections after reading Yellow Wife, this episode explores identity, sacrifice, and freedom—and the complicated ways the world, our relationships, and our experiences shape who we believe we have to be. We’re talking about the identities we inherit, the sacrifices we make without realizing the cost, and what happens when survival is no longer enough. Because you can honor the person who got you here without asking her to carry you forever. Maybe freedom starts with asking a different question: Who do I get to be now? Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Life won't always give us clear directions, but we can learn to trust ourselves anyway. This guided meditation is for anyone feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a reset. Let's take a few minutes to breathe, reconnect, and remember that you already have what you need to take your next step. Affirmation of the Episode: I trust myself to take the next step, even when I can't see the whole path. Produced by: Beautifully Unbalanced Audio Production & Editing: LS Music Group Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

We spend so much of our lives believing that if we're on the right path, it should make sense. It should be clear. It should be linear. It should feel certain. But what if the detour isn't proof you've lost your way? What if it's preparing you for the life you've been asking for? In this episode of Beautifully Unbalanced, we're talking about the courage it takes to pivot, the vulnerability of chasing a dream out loud, and why trusting yourself matters more than having the perfect plan. Inspired by the journey of Santiago in The Alchemist, this conversation is for anyone who's questioning their next step, starting over, changing careers, building something from scratch, or wondering if the dream is still worth pursuing. Because the truth is, the path isn't meant to be straight. It's meant to change you. So if you've been waiting for a sign to keep going, maybe this is it. Book Mention: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Produced by: L&S Music Group Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Lately I've noticed something about myself. I'll be sitting at my desk, answering an email, and somehow my mind is already worrying about next week, next month, and a conversation that hasn't even happened yet. Nothing is wrong. But my mind is everywhere except where my feet are. Maybe you've been there too. Maybe you've been carrying responsibilities, expectations, deadlines, and what-ifs for so long that it feels normal. Maybe you've gotten so used to preparing for the next thing that you've forgotten how to experience the thing you're in. In this episode, I'm talking about what happens when life gets loud, when our minds get ahead of us, and why sometimes the most important thing we can do is come back to the present moment. Because sis, you don't have to carry tomorrow before it gets here. Grab your coffee, take a seat, and let's talk. Book Recommendation: 📚 The Wedding Date by The Wedding Date 📚 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Hosted, Directed, and Produced by Beautifully Unbalanced Editing and Audio Production by LS Music Group Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

At some point, we all find ourselves standing at a crossroads. Not because we're lost, but because we've finally grown enough to see that we have choices. In this episode, I'm reflecting on identity, accountability, healing, and the uncomfortable truth that nobody is coming to save us. Inspired by Jennifer Lewis's memoir Black Mother of Hollywood, we're talking about what it means to stop waiting to be chosen, trust yourself, and move beyond survival mode. If you've been wondering what's next, questioning your direction, or feeling the weight of growth, this conversation is for you. Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about connection… and honestly, how disconnected people seem right now. Everybody says they want community. People want support, deeper friendships, real conversations, and a village they can lean on. But what happens when community starts requiring something from us in return? In this episode, I’m talking about loneliness, convenience culture, social media friendships, emotional exhaustion, and the quiet ways we’ve started replacing real connection with constant access to each other. This conversation is honest, reflective, and a little uncomfortable at times… because maybe the issue isn’t that people don’t care. Maybe a lot of people are simply overwhelmed, tired, and struggling to show up while carrying things silently themselves. So let’s talk about it.     Sound design and audio production by L&S Music Group  Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Welcome back to the Beautifully Unbalanced podcast—I’m Mikita. In this episode, I’m getting real about this whole “soft life” conversation. I hear it, I see it, and I get the appeal… but let’s be honest—life doesn’t always give you the space to be soft. Sometimes you’re carrying a lot, you’re grinding, you’re holding things together—and comparing your life to someone else’s highlight reel? That will have you questioning yourself for no reason. What matters more is having real support—people who see you, not just the version of you that looks good online. Then I get into what I like to call “wine, feelings, and bad decisions.” I share a story about Danielle—a woman who is always holding it down, always dependable. But one quiet night alone? Everything she’s been pushing down starts to come up—work, relationships, how she really feels about herself. One glass turns into a few, and before she knows it, she sends a text she wakes up regretting. And here’s the thing—that moment isn’t weakness. It’s what happens when we don’t give ourselves space to process what we’re carrying. We get comfortable with chaos because it’s familiar, even when we say we want something different. So I talk about the difference between trauma bonding and real support. Real support doesn’t just sit with you in the mess—it helps you process it, take accountability, and actually move forward. I leave you with a few questions to sit with—about your patterns, your boundaries, and what it really looks like to choose yourself. And I tie it back to something that stuck with me from All About Love—love is not just about showing up halfway, it’s about effort and consistency. Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about being perfect… it’s about being honest with yourself and doing the work to move differently. Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

In this episode of Beautifully Unbalanced, Mikita sits down with Stephanie from Audio Oasis Storytelling to talk about storytelling, purpose, rest, and trusting your gift. Stephanie shares how her love of books and storytelling started in childhood and how that passion led her to create a podcast that gives people space to pause, reflect, and simply be. Together, Mikita and Stephanie talk about what it means to find your voice, start before you feel ready, and create your own blueprint when no clear path exists. They also dive into the power of storytelling, the importance of honoring people’s time, and why purpose often reveals itself when you finally trust what’s already inside of you. Stephanie also gives a glimpse into her upcoming audio project, Immortal Taco, a creative and unexpected story that stretches her gift in a whole new way. In this episode: Storytelling as rest and reflectionFinding your gift and trusting itStarting before you feel readyCreating your own blueprintHonoring the time people give youStephanie’s upcoming project, Immortal TacoIf you want, I can make it even shorter and more like a simple podcast app description. Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

What does it really mean to be average… and who decided that was a bad thing? This episode started with a simple conversation between me and my brother—but it turned into something deeper. A question that made me pause: Are we actually afraid of being average… or are we afraid of being seen? Because somewhere along the way, a lot of us learned that being accepted meant being smaller. Downplaying our wins. Quieting our voice. Acting like we’re “just doing life” when we know there’s so much more to us. In this episode, I’m unpacking: How we learned to tie our worth to doing “more” Why average isn’t the problem—but shrinking is The subtle ways we make ourselves smaller to stay comfortable or accepted And how to take back the power in the words we use to define ourselves This isn’t about being the loudest, the busiest, or the most impressive. It’s about being honest about who you are… without watering it down. So if you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “I’m just doing nothing much…” when you’ve actually been building something meaningful—this one is for you. Because maybe the question isn’t “Am I average?” Maybe it’s… “Where did I learn to make myself smaller?” Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

On this Episode Beautifully Unbalanced, I sit down with TK, creator of The Secret Life of TK Dutes, for a real conversation about burnout and finding your way back to yourself. She shares how hitting a breaking point—between work stress, shifting relationships, and feeling like life just wasn’t set up for her to win—pushed her to finally set boundaries with work, people, and even her doctors after feeling dismissed. What I loved most is how she got creative with her healing. Without having it all figured out  she started experimenting—especially through art—and within a year had enough work for an art show. That alone says a lot about what she was carrying. We also talk about expanding your emotional vocabulary, the difference between a vacation and real rest, and simple tools like breathwork that actually help. And somehow, by telling her story, she built a community she never planned for. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or trying to find your way back to yourself… this one is for you. Connect with TK @ https://www.tastykeish.com/ and listen to the Secret Life of Tk Dutes.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

What if the things that once brought you joy were never really lost… just waiting for you to notice them again? In this reflective solo episode, Mikita slows things down and shares what she’s been rediscovering lately—books, art, color, storytelling, and the quiet moments that remind us who we are beneath the noise of everyday life. Sometimes life moves so fast that we forget the little things that once lit us up. The routines take over. The responsibilities pile up. And before we realize it, joy becomes something we think we’ll get back to “one day.” But what if that joy is already there? Through personal stories about falling back in love with reading, collecting meaningful coffee mugs, exploring art, and embracing creativity again, Mikita invites listeners to pause and ask themselves one important question: What parts of you are waiting to be rediscovered? Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Who do you become when life keeps moving… and you need to change anyway? In this episode of Beautifully Unbalanced, Mikita sits down with Mocha Minutes host Stephanie for a real conversation about identity, growth, and what it looks like to find your voice in public—without pretending it’s easy. They talk messy growth, people-pleasing, burnout, and the pressure to be “the strong one.” From boundaries in dating to boundaries in life, from saying yes to new rooms to learning that no is a complete sentence, this episode is a reminder that evolving doesn’t require permission. If you’ve been feeling stretched, tired, or like the version of you that used to work… doesn’t anymore—this one’s for you. Listener Takeaway: You may not get a pause button, but you can create space. And you don’t have to evolve in a way that makes sense to anybody else. 🔗 Connect with Stephanie / Mocha Minutes Listen to Mocha Minutes wherever you stream podcastsFollow: @mochaminutes (IG / FB / X)Email: [email protected] Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Pivoting isn’t quitting—it’s listening. In this first episode of Beautifully Unbalanced, Mikita shares the story behind the evolution from Thym 4 Tea with Mikita to a podcast rooted in growth, community, and becoming. This conversation is about the quiet moments before clarity, the uncertainty that comes before confidence, and the courage it takes to trust yourself without permission or validation. If you’ve ever felt like you outgrew a version of yourself…  If you’re questioning what’s next but don’t have the full map…  If you’re learning that growth doesn’t arrive loudly, but slowly and honestly— This episode is for you. We explore finding your voice, building community, embracing change, and why you don’t need to have it all figured out to take the next step. This season is about showing up as you are, listening inward, and allowing yourself to evolve—beautifully, imperfectly, and in community. This is the sound of becoming. ✨ Reflection Questions from the Episode: How do you define community in this season of your life?Are you ready to embrace change and build what comes next?🔗 Stay Connected & Join the Community: Join the Beautifully Unbalanced Book Club – a space for real conversations, growth, and connection beyond the podcastSubscribe to the Tuesday Tea Newsletter – for updates, events, giveaways, and what’s nextFollow Mikita on social media and continue the conversationLeave a ReviewYou don’t need permission to evolve.  You don’t need validation to listen to yourself.  You just need to trust your next step. Until next time—namaste. Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Ever wonder what happens when a perfectionist Capricorn decides to get vulnerable behind the mic? That's exactly what unfolds in this special Q&A episode, where I finally answer your burning questions about the woman behind Time for Tea. You've been filling my DMs and inbox with questions that go beyond self-care tips and growth strategies—you want to know about ME. Am I always this calm and collected? (Spoiler: absolutely not.) How do I balance podcasting with work and family life? Where do my ideas come from? Do I ever feel insecure doing solo episodes? I'm tackling it all with complete honesty. Whether you've been with me for four years or just joined the conversation, I'm deeply honored to have you in this space. This mini-series continues next week with more behind-the-scenes insights and honest reflections. Have questions of your own? Send them my way—your curiosity might spark the next Q&A episode! Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen

Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the mic of your favorite independent podcasts? The truth might surprise you. Welcome to a rare, unfiltered glimpse behind the curtain of Thym 4 Tea with Mikita. In this intimate first episode of my mini-series, I'm spilling all the tea about what podcasting looks like when there's no production team, no fancy studio, and absolutely no playbook: just me, a microphone, and a mission. From choosing themes based on what genuinely tugs at my heart rather than chasing trends, to the vulnerable moments of sitting with headphones on, wondering "Does anyone even care what I'm saying?" – this journey has been anything but smooth. I share the technical nightmares (yes, I once forgot to hit record after a brilliant 30-minute conversation), the emotional rollercoaster of almost quitting multiple times, and the unexpected joy of having strangers yell "Is it time for tea?" across a store. The podcast world often glamorizes the process, but the reality involves constant learning curves, battling insecurities, and figuring out how to create quality content without formal training or experience. Yet within these challenges lies the true magic: hitting publish on something you almost talked yourself out of, then hearing from someone who needed exactly those words. Whether you're considering starting your creative endeavor or simply curious about the person behind the mic you listen to, this raw conversation offers a refreshing dose of reality paired with genuine encouragement. Remember, you don't need perfection to begin – you just need to start. And when you feel like quitting, ask yourself why. The answer might just bring you back home to yourself. Send us Fan Mail Support the show #selfdevelopment #Wellness  #thym4teawithmikita #manifest #purposefulliving #liveunapplogectically #freedom #podcast #womeninpodcast #podcastlife #empoweringwomen