S1 • #36 The Courage Cup •

Episode SummaryWhat do you do when fear floods in and the world wants answers now?In this episode, I share how a simple and intentional tea break, which I call my "Courage Cup," helps me pause, reset, and move through fear with calm and clarity rather than overwhelm.Fear often appears just as you are about to do something meaningful. It does not knock politely. It barges in. Most of us are taught to power through. But what if the bravest thing you could do was pause?In This Episode* Why fear often appears just before you take a meaningful step* The cost of powering through fear without pausing* How the P.A.U.S.E. Tea Routine works* What the latest neuroscience says about meditation and the fear response* Why presence is not about eliminating fear but choosing how you meet itQuestions to Reflect On* What does your courage cup look like?* What tea helps you move through fear?* What fear are you ready to sit with today?Resources and Links* Download the Courage Cup Routine* Read the meditation and fear study from PNAS (February 2025)* Learn more about Jasmine Pearls* If your fear feels deeper - panic attacks, chronic anxiety you deserve support. Check out this guide from The Mental Health Foundation: How to manage your fear and anxietyFinal ThoughtBravery is not always loud. Sometimes, it looks like making a cup of tea.Pop the kettle on. Trust your tea mind. Take one small step forward, even if fear is walking beside you.Let’s Stay ConnectedDM me, jump in the subscriber chat, or connect via my website, LinkedIn or Instagram. I offer tea supply, tea training, tea for wellbeing courses and mindset coaching. Make sure you’re getting eteaket’s Tea Mail to be the first to discover our new tea.Thanks for joining me on our pause for tea to rebalance and thrive. 🍵 If you enjoyed this post, it would make my day if you’d comment, hit the heart button or share it. Your actions will help me reach more people. Thanks for your support! ✨ Erica xThe Tea Mind is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theteamind.substack.com/subscribe