S1 #39 Busy Was Breaking Me

Episode SummaryIn this episode, we’re talking about stress. Not as background noise, but as a real signal that something needs your attention.I share my own story of pushing through the demands of work, parenting, and building a business, while ignoring the signs my body was giving me. Until one day, it didn’t let me ignore them anymore.We explore what happens when stress is left unchecked, how it often shows up quietly, and why intentional pauses can be a powerful tool for rebalancing your nervous system.In this episode:* How chronic stress builds silently and shows up in the body* The signs you might be ignoring* Why stillness is not laziness but strategy* A practical tea routine to help you reset in just three minutesTry ThisYou don’t need a retreat. Just a quiet moment, a cup of tea, and one grounding question:Where can I give myself permission to soften today?Resources Mentioned* Health in Mind: Understanding Stress* My current tea: Ginger Gut Balance - discover your favourite: Tea QuizResources and Links* Subscribe to The Tea Mind Substack for weekly insights and tea-based rituals* Make sure you’re getting eteaket’s Tea Mail to be the first to discover our new tea, like Pumpkin Chai.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