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Theo's Coffee Break Podcast

Theo’s Coffee Break is an honest soulful conversation series based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This podcast hosts community leaders, entrepreneurs, business owners and creatives to let them share their stories behind their success.Hosted by Theo (aka Shin Hoo Yong), this podcast show blends purpose-driven interviews, spiritual insights, and heart-centered storytelling as a way to share the authentic experiences of those who join the coffee table with the listener to explore the world around us and learn how we connect within it, together.Every episode is recorded with the intention that at Theo’s coffee table everyone is welcome.Come for the connection. Stay for the clarity. The coffee’s always on, ready to pour, and my door is always open to you. 

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    How to Get Some Work Life Balance Back Into Your Everyday Schedule

    In this week’s episode, we will be talking about work, life, identity in our work, and life outside of work.I know. Why on earth would we talk about this when it sounds like a conversation strictly about stress?!I can assure that it’s not all about stress and in today’s coffee break what I have to provide you with today is solid advice with solutions that you can EASILY implement starting right now that will immediately take a whole lot of mental stress and confusion OFF of your plate.So come on by for this super fun conversation and have a coffee break with me. I am here for you and I look forward to helping you get some stress out of your life so you can get back to being fully present in your day!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    A Coffee Break with Peyton Howe

    She’s the owner of Adaptive Healing Massage, LLC located in Byron Center, Michigan. Book with her now: www.adaptivehm.comAdaptive Healing Massage, LLC is founded on the belief that every individual is unique, and so are their wellness requirements. As a dedicated massage therapist, I specialize in creating personalized treatments to adapt to your specific concerns. Whether you're seeking relief from chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or simply aiming to enhance your overall well-being, I am committed to crafting a massage experience that caters to you.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    A Coffee Break with Josh Stanton

    The man, the myth, and the guy who runs Chimney Experts LLC here in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Chimney Experts LLC7335 Driftwood Dr SEAda, MI 49301Tel: 616-500-2548Email: [email protected] - Friday 9am - 5pmAffordable MasonryRepair LLC7335 Driftwood Dr SEAda, MI 49301Tel: (616) 212-4750Monday - Friday 9am - 5pmCareers: Interested in joining our team? You can send your resume or email us at [email protected] the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    What Does It Mean To Be Nurturing & How To Be That.

    In this week’s episode, we will be having a conversation on what does it mean to be nurturing in one’s identity and lifestyle.We address how nurturing is a strength that requires kindness and fairness in our connections, how prioritizing yourself by being nurturing isn’t abandoning anyone, and that in being nurturing you are able to clearly communicate your boundaries from a healthy place and not a place of burnout or being overextended.By being nurturing you are able to build a life from a place of sincerity, reliability, and fairness. This is how we become people of value in our work, our relationships, and within our family dynamics.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    come pray with me and have a coffee break

    In this week’s coffee break, I am asking for friends, family, and community to come join me in prayer.Life hasn’t been easy and I have been doing my best to stay strong and remain true to the path that God has set me in. But reality is I’m broke, living in my ex-boyfriend’s basement, and still trying to figure out how to move forward on my own as help is not on the way.I am a strong man of faith and conviction and I am not willing to betray what I believe in but that doesn’t mean I am against anyone in any way. So that is why I am asking if you are able to please come join me in prayer in this week’s coffee break and know that you are never alone. And you are always welcome at my coffee table.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    A Coffee Break with Lisa Sommerfeld a Lotus Out of Water

    In this week’s episode, I am kicking off Season 4 with my friend Lisa Johnson who is a fellow adoptee! In this conversation we are addressing transformation in our own lives while also breaking down and bringing some understanding surrounding the social constructs of belonging, raising awareness around the importance of being seen, and how confusion within one’s identity can often be expressed in miscommunication or feeling misunderstood. While this conversation is heavy it is also full of light. We want to encourage you to be a beacon for others in your own life because it is through connection and community that we learn from each other just as much as we grow together.Connect with Lisa Sommerfeld! Instagram: @lisa._.sommerfeld and @deardiarywithliSupport the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    The End | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this surprise episode, I want to thank you everyone who made it to the end of this 10-week mini-series of How To Transform Your Life.In this conversation, I address if Digimon and the digital world are real or not and remind you that if something doesn’t make sense then don’t make it make sense.These episodes were carefully crafted to share heavy topics about what it takes to Transform your Life from the inside out. The messages I am sharing with you are real and are a gentle reminder that you hold more power than you think and in dire times of helplessness you really are not alone.Thank you again for being here with me and I cannot wait to see you in Season 4!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Trust | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Trust and share with you my experiences in Learning how to trust myself and how important the inner work really is so that we can become trusting individuals within ourselves with the intention to transform the world into a safer place where everyone can feel like they belong.In this conversation, I also share with you my experiences in the digital world and talk about the lessons my partner Digimon Justicemon taught me. That real justice requires trust and that you must know your place before casting judgement on another. And in that trust know that whatever unfair situation you may be in will be corrected in the end. Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Kindness | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Kindness and in this conversation we talk about how random acts of kindness are miracles in action. I share with you the advice that kindness and gentleness without strength leaves you vulnerable to the powers of darkness and share with you advice in how you can still be kind while addressing the inevitable conflicts that may come across your day to day. Ken and Wormmon’s experiences in handling loss and dealing with rejection is a messy truth about atonement, repentance, self-acceptance, and forgiveness. From their own hard learned experiences of self-pity they offer us a way through by remembering that you are more than your yesterdays. And that by being kind the path ahead will be cleared for you letting you know that it’s never too late to make an amends and that everyone does deserve a second chance in life.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Light | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Light and bring some clarity surrounding the Light in how it is the only force that exists to banish and defeat the darkness.Kari and Gatomon’s experience in coming together after discovering they are the 8th Digi-Destined is one of torment, suffering, and oftentimes isolating leaving them feeling powerless. But in their reunion and seeing the Light in each other are they able to overcome the enemy together with the help and support of their friends.Walking the path of Light is not for the weak-hearted as the Light illuminates the truth in its holy fire and burns away all that is false. Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Hope | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I share with you the 7th installment of this 10-week series of How to Transform Your Life inspired by the Crests from Digimon of the digital world.Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Hope and bring some brutal honesty to what Hope really is and clarify that Hope is not wishful thinking but that Hope is found in the grit of life’s storms so that we can transition into a place of grace.TK and Angemon’s experience in sacrifice and losing each other show us the dark side of grief and how important it is that we seek Hope as a solution with the intention to heal. That even though life can be unfair we have to surrender too God’s will in order to allow transformation and rebirth to happen so that what was once lost can be restored with something made new.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Reliability | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I share with you the next installment of this 10-week series of How to Transform Your Life with the help of the Crests from Digimon of the digital world.Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Reliability and share with you the importance of showing up for yourself and those around you. By choosing to make conscious and intentional acts of selfless service this allows you to make the changes that you want to see in the world by serving others in order to preserve the human element in humanity. Joe and Gomamon’s story of their partnership shows us that even if we are polar opposites we can still coexist with our differences and by being reliable and showing up you never know you could just be the beacon of answers to someone’s prayers in the storms of life that we all weather in our own journeys.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Sincerity | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I share with you the next installment of this 10-week series of How to Transform Your Life inspired by the crests from Digimon of the digital world.Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Sincerity and share with you how being sincere can dramatically improve your reputation, business connections, and overall change your entire life and relationships for the better.As I introduce you to Mimi and Palmon we learn from both of them how creating meaningful partnerships and being true to ourselves will always give us the best outcome in our lives. Whether in battle or friendship, when we are being sincere victory isn’t just an option, VICTORY is a promise!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Friendship | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I share with you the 4th installment of this 10-week series of How to Transform Your Life inspired by Matt and Gabumon’s story surrounding their journey regarding the Crest of Friendship.Today, I will be sharing with you my struggles surrounding friendship and the lessons I have learned from many failed friendships in the past. These lessons are about the importance in healing the chip on our shoulder, overcoming the fears of our past, and learning to trust ourselves so our friends and loved ones can trust us. Through Matt’s story we learn just how important it is that we learn how to be our own friend first so we are able to communicate our appreciation to those that we hold close. In doing so, we can grow together and discover the true meaning of friendship is all about recognizing the value we see in others so we can succeed together!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Love | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I share with you the 3rd installment of this 10-week series of How to Transform Your Life with the help of the lessons I learned from Digimon in the digital world.Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Love and share with you how love is always the answer in creating the best solutions to protect and heal each other from unprecedented problems and/or even past mistakes.Sora and Biyomon teach us that in order to love one another we must also see each other for who we really are so we can have the best understanding behind the intentions in what we do for each other. So let’s bring love back into our solutions and let love fuel our inner strength. With love the impossible can become possible and together nothing can get in our way of making the world a better place for everyone!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Knowledge | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I share with you the second installment of this 10-week series diving in deep to the digital world to share with you the lessons I learned from Digimon.Today’s episode, I talk about the Crest of Knowledge and share with you the importance of remaining curious and how important it is to learn from each other.The biggest lesson I learned from Izzy and Tentamon’s story and what they overcame together is how we can easily miss out on the solution if we are only seeking the answers to control or dominate certain outcomes or circumstances. So let’s remain curious in our journey to knowledge and find the fun in our work and our lives together!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Crest of Courage | How to Transform Your Life | Digimon

    In this week’s episode, I kickoff a 10-week series diving in deep to the digital world with the intention to share with you the lessons I learned from the digital crests in Digimon.Today’s episode, I talk about the crest of courage and clarify that courage isn’t dominance and that if we approach life from an unhealthy competitive spirit we will all lose.Understanding the importance of courage and what it looks and sounds like in Tai and Agumon’s story, I believe will help us all know that whatever tomorrow brings we can weather any storm if we let ourselves surrender to the spirit of courage that lives within us all.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Why Is Telling the Truth So Hard? Ugh!!

    In this week’s episode, I talk about the importance of telling the truth and living an honest life.We review the benefits and consequences when clarity comes to the table, how withholding the truth can be just as bad as telling a lie, and also how we are all the drivers sitting in the driver’s seat of our own lives.This episode isn’t meant to preach but to let you see me as I am for who I am and that I am no different than you. Through my work and in me sharing my testimony, I hope to show you that inner peace isn’t handed to you but built by the choices and decisions that we make in our lives.So I encourage you to build your inner peace in truth and remember that you can’t fix something or someone who enjoys being broken.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    ACCEPTANCE: How and Why Things Are Not What They Seem

    In this surprise episode release, I talk about how and why acceptance isn’t a beautiful thing but is actually the clarity that we need to hear.  I also talk more about my past, bring some more understanding to past episodes, and talk about the experiences that have made me who I am and the lessons I have learned so far.There is still so much happening behind the scenes in Theo’s Coffee Break, but we are taking it one day at a time. And the effort and consistency and continuing to show up will lead us right where we need to be.Thank you for still listening and being a part of these coffee breaks. Know that you being a part of my life and the journey of Theo’s Coffee Break is something I do not take for granted nor do I take it lightly. So never forget that you are always welcome at our coffee table anytime and anywhere. And I cannot wait to hear your thoughts about this week’s episode. Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    How To Be Sincere In an Apology and Moving Forward with Forgiveness

    In this week’s episode we breakdown how to be sincere with an apology with the advice from Michelle Farris’ video Relationships That Work.We also talk about how to move forward with forgiveness and in what ways apology and forgiveness work in tandem.Nobody is perfect and mistakes will be made. That is why authenticity is so important especially when it comes to how we show up for ourselves and the world around us. Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    KEEP GOING: I WILL NOT BE SILENT AND I CANNOT BE SILENCED

    In this surprise episode release of KEEP GOING: I WILL NOT BE SILENT AND I CANNOT BE SILENCED, I talk about the importance of doing good things, karma, and letting go of expectations surrounding unjust outcomes regarding my small business Shin Hoo Yong Music Enterprise LLC.Sometimes the answer is finding a way to keep going with a broken heart. Even when you have every reason to turn tail and give up, you have to remember the reason why you started in the first place. So in the wise words of Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous warning: "We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” This is why we must keep going and never be discouraged from continuing to do the right thing even if there is every reason why we should give up hope.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    WHAT THE DEVIL IS GOING ON HERE?!

    In this episode, I will be talking about how the devil operates and why it's important to be grounded in truth and not conspiracy. I also address how important self-trust is as it affects how we show up for ourselves, for others, and the world around us. It doesn't have to be hell all the time but it's important to know your part so you can start taking aligned action to get yourself to a better place as you have the power to be the change you want to see in our world. And that change has to begin with me and you. Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    AI Fatigue: How and Why It's a Very Real Struggle

    In this episode, I will be breaking down what is AI fatigue and talking through how I have been using AI in the past and sharing how I will be and NOT will be using it moving forward.We will also be addressing current events, authenticity in my work, and the landscape I plan on establishing with Theo's Coffee Break and Shin Hoo Yong Music Enterprise LLC  We are all in the same boat so please always know that as long as I am here you will always be welcome at my coffee table.PS. Shoutout to Alex Sanfilipo and Podmatch for sponsoring my ticket for the Podcasting Made Simple LIVE Event! As always, I appreciate you so much as you have added so much value to the work that I do here at the coffee table. Thank you again! :)Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Roses and Their Thorns: Creating vs. Producing

    Season 2 begins with an unexpected shift. In this episode, Theo reflects on rebuilding after an unexpected collapse in his work regarding Shin Hoo Yong Music Enterprise LLC and Theo’s Coffee Break Podcast, the difference between creating and producing, and what it means to allow beauty without pain. This coffee break is an invitation to live and be present, realign with joy, and remember that every rose truly does have its own honest thorns.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself: Chores, Creativity, and Self-Respect

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo breaks down the real meaning of self-respect and why the “basic” things we avoid are often the very things that save us from spiraling. Through stories about childhood chores, creative resistance, procrastination, burnout, faith, and the small daily decisions that shape our lives, this episode offers both tough love and grounded compassion.Theo explores:Why “tomorrow” thinking keeps us stuck and overwhelmedHow chores and daily responsibilities are actually acts of self-respectWhat it means to design your life around your friction instead of fighting itThe grounding questions that cut through anxiety, chaos, and avoidanceThe truth about discernment versus controlWhy doing the small thing now protects your future self in every wayFrom childhood lessons to adult creativity, from messy rooms to inner work, this episode reminds you that nothing is punishment but that it is preparation. And the small choices you make today are shaping the version of you you’re becoming.If you’ve been procrastinating, avoiding, or feeling pulled under by unfinished tasks, this is your gentle (and slightly stern) nudge back into alignment.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    You Are What You Practice Before You Preach

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo opens up about a humbling truth: who you are is shaped long before you ever speak about it. It’s shaped in the quiet, unseen moments such as the habits, choices, and thought patterns that build your real character behind the scenes.Theo reflects on a season when he appeared disciplined and inspired on the outside, but inside he was exhausted and misaligned. Through honesty and self-reflection, he learned that authenticity isn’t crafted but it’s practiced in every day life. It’s the daily routines, the way we talk to ourselves, the way we respond to disappointment, and the small choices we make when no one is watching.Together, you’ll explore:Why integrity is forged in private, not in publicHow your routines and self-talk reveal your true valuesThe gap between what we say and what we practiceThe gentle art of realignment without shameQuestions to help you reconnect your inner world with the outer one you presentThis episode invites you to slow down, get honest, and reflect on what you’re practicing in the quiet corners of your life and how those practices shape the person you’re becoming.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    A Life That’s Mine: Why I Chose Faith Over Fear

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo shares the real story behind walking away from a stable banking job, multiple promotions, and a clear path to financial security in order to pursue something far less certain but far more honest.This is not a highlight reel. It is a conversation about nausea from burnout, friends disappearing, being called reckless, and still choosing to trust an inner peace that made no sense on paper.Theo opens up about:The difference between faith and fear, and how both try to protect you in different waysLeaving a “respectable” job to build a podcast and a seven part music project without a safety netThe loneliness that comes with choosing a path others do not understandRedefining success from titles and paychecks to peace, presence, and purposeHow movement, journaling, reading, and collaboration help him move through fear instead of being ruled by itIf you have ever been made to feel foolish for wanting a life that feels like your own, this episode is for you. This is not homework, this is heartwork. You are invited to reflect on what faith over fear could look like in your own story and what it might mean to finally stop abandoning yourself.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Consistency is Key: The Choices You Make Every Day

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo breaks down one of the most powerful truths in personal growth: consistency is what transforms your life. Not the big promises, not the perfect plans, nor the daily choices you honor even when conditions aren’t ideal.Together, you’ll explore:Why consistency matters more than motivationHow small actions compound into real changeA simple practice that reveals what you’re not doing and why honesty creates accountabilityHow your consistency becomes a blueprint for the people watching youWhat it feels like to show up for yourself, even on imperfect daysThis is a soft but firm reminder that change doesn’t come from waiting for inspiration and how it comes from choosing one small thing and choosing it again tomorrow.Pour a cup, take a breath, and let’s talk about the version of you that consistency is building.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    What Alignment Really Means: The Courage to Stay True

    What does it actually mean to live in alignment? Like not just in quotes on a canvas, but in the real, messy, beautiful parts of life?In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo gets honest about the difference between looking “put together” and truly feeling aligned. Together, you’ll explore what happens when your inner and outer worlds finally match and why that shift can shake up your relationships, routines, and even your sense of self.Theo shares personal reflections on:How to recognize when you’re out of alignment (and why it’s so draining)The difference between self-care and soul-careWhy alignment doesn’t always feel peaceful and why that’s not a sign you’re doing it wrongSimple, everyday choices that gently bring you back home to yourselfGrab your coffee, take a deep breath, and use this episode as a soft check-in:Where are you performing… and where are you ready to be real again?Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Sustaining Yourself While Advocating for Change with Lariesha Lee, LLMSW

    In this powerful conversation, Theo sits down with Lariesha Lee (she/her), LLMSW who is a licensed social worker with 16 years across nonprofit, education, healthcare, and corporate spaces to talk about what it really takes to stay whole while doing the hard work of social justice.From being “everything for everyone” to reclaiming rest, boundaries, and self-worth, Lariesha shares how she manages emotional labor, builds systems of support, and redefines success in purpose-driven work. She also spotlights her upcoming nonprofit for high school girls in Grand Rapids and the healing-centered therapy she provides at LeadHERWell Village (adolescents 15+, young adults, college students, pregnant/parenting individuals, and seniors).Highlights:Personal journey into social work and advocacyEmotional labor in her work and how to manage itBoundaries without guilt; rest as resistanceCreating support systems inside advocacy spacesRedefining success and sustaining yourself for the long haulConnect with Lariesha: https://linktr.ee/larieshalee • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larieshalee • Email: [email protected] the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Offstage & Onstage: The Difference Between Performing and Sharing

    In this intimate solo episode, Theo unpacks the difference between performing and sharing whether it's on stage and/or in everyday life.Performance can be a polished mask we build for safety or approval. Sharing is slower, tender, imperfect and to be quite frank, honest. Theo explores how survival-mode “performance” shows up in our lifestyle and relationships, what it costs us, and how returning to presence, boundaries, and truth creates real intimacy and legacy.If you’ve ever felt you had to be perfect to be loved, this episode is a soft place to exhale and a gentle invitation to be seen. Preferably, no mask required.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Like-Minded ≠ Same-Minded: Why Differences Matter

    In this reflective solo episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo explores what it truly means to be “like-minded.”Too often, the phrase gets mistaken for sameness but in real community it ain't always about echo chambers or perfect agreement. It’s about shared foundations strong enough to hold healthy differences.Theo invites listeners to rethink connection, individuality, and growth: how our unique perspectives can sharpen one another rather than divide us.Take a deep breath, pour a cup of coffee, and join Theo for this heartfelt reminder that like-minded doesn’t mean we think the same... however, it can mean that we can still build together, even in our differences.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Finding Freedom in Identity and Community with Sam Spencer

    In this inspiring episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo sits down with Sam Spencer who is a gender-fluid, non-binary individual who found the courage to live authentically later in life.Through decades of teaching, creating, and raising a family, Sam’s story reminds us that it’s never too late to rediscover who you are. Together, Theo and Sam explore what “freedom” really means from the point of view of liberation of self-expression to the power of chosen family and community support.This conversation is a celebration of truth, resilience, and belonging. Whether you’re exploring your own identity or seeking to be a better ally, Sam’s wisdom offers warmth, clarity, understanding, and hope for us all.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    A Divine Love Letter to My Inner Child

    Sometimes the most healing words don’t come from a sermon or a friend. Sometimes the message you need to hear arrives in the quiet mornings, through tears, breath, and an honest prayer.In this intimate episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I share a message I received in a moment of deep exhaustion. A message that reminded me that my past is not my punishment, my pain is not my identity, and that it’s safe to rebuild and begin again. This is a love letter to my inner child, a gentle invitation to let go, choose peace with boundaries, and believe in a future I haven’t lived yet.If you’re carrying what no longer belongs to you, this one’s for you.Take a sip, settle in, and let’s breathe in and exhale together.If this helped you, follow/subscribe so you don’t miss the next coffee break.Share your thoughts: [email protected] the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    The Weight of Leadership: Choosing Integrity Over Approval

    Leadership isn’t glamorous. It’s not about applause, validation, or popularity. More often than not, it’s about carrying weight, facing criticism, and being misunderstood by the very people you’re trying to help.In this solo episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo shares a raw reflection on the true challenge of leadership: the loneliness, the opposition, and the rejection that can come when you choose to stand firm in your values.☕ Why being liked isn’t the job of a leader☕ How to anchor yourself in your core values when criticism comes☕ The importance of having a circle who reminds you who you are☕ Why leadership is about alignment, not egoIf you’ve ever felt the weight of choosing integrity over approval, this conversation is for you.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    The Fire Within: Reclaiming Passion Without Burning Out

    What happens when passion feels more like a wildfire than a warm nurturing light?In this deeply personal episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I share my own journey with passion and how it once consumed me, left me burned out, and why I chose to lock it away. But lately, something has shifted. Passion wants to return but not as chaotic force, it wants to return as a youthful spark.This conversation is about learning to hold passion differently: not as an enemy to fear, but as a companion that can walk beside us. Together, we’ll reflect on how to invite passion back into our lives with balance, grace, and heart.So take a sip, settle in, and join me at the coffee table as we explore how to feel alive again without burning out.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Tim Harris on Empowering Youth & Freestyle Music with Escape Ministries

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, we welcome Tim Harris who is a nonprofit leader, youth mentor, music coach, and freestyle artist whose passion sits right at the intersection of community and creativity.Tim works with Escape Ministries in Holland, Michigan, where he helps suspended students reintegrate into public schools. His mission is to ensure that youth who often fall through the cracks of society encounter support, opportunity, and belonging.At the same time, Tim is an artist and music coach who believes deeply in the power of words and rhythm to shape young lives. From freestyle sessions that unlock self-expression, to workshops that inspire confidence, Tim is using music as a tool for transformation.Together, we talk about:☕ His personal journey into nonprofit work and music☕ The overlooked challenges (and potential) of suspended students☕ Why music — especially freestyle — can be a bridge for healing and growth☕ His past projects in schools, churches, and community events☕ His upcoming live album recording and what listeners can expectThis conversation is equal parts inspiration and empowerment, reminding us that when we invest in youth and creativity, we invest in the future.🎶 Connect with Tim on Instagram: @tim_harris05🌐 Learn more about Escape Ministries: escapeministriesgr.comSupport the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    General Woodshop & The Factory GR: Alberto Garza on Building Community and Business Branding

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break podcast we sit down with Alberto Garza, an established business owner, community builder, and co-owner of both General Woodshop and The Factory in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan.Alberto shares the story behind co-owning General Woodshop and The Factory, reflecting on his journey from banking outreach to building, the resilience it took to relocate and establish a new brand, and his vision for creating spaces that are rooted in retaining talent, collaboration, and inclusivity.Together, we explore the mess, the grace, and the in between of creating something successful from the ground up, the daily practices that helped keep Alberto grounded, and what it means to nurture community through intentional space-making. So whether you’re an entrepreneur, a business owner, a leader, or a listener who simply loves supporting local businesses, this conversation will leave you inspired to build with heart, and to create spaces where everyone feels like they do truly belong.- General Woodshop: generalwoodshop.com- The Factory GR: workthefactory.comSupport the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Justice, Ego, and the Power of Truth

    In this solo episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I open up about something we’ve all faced: false narratives.When people are hurt, the healthy response is to seek distance and protect themselves. But when ego takes over, stories get twisted into weapons and then gossip, grudges, and smear campaigns that have nothing to do with healing or justice get out of control!!In this coffee break session we breakdown:The difference between healthy boundaries and ego-driven punishmentWhy gossip and rumors should never be mistaken for justiceHow truth stands on its own without spin or mobsWhat it means to trust that real justice is already moving on your behalfIf you’ve ever been weighed down by someone else’s false story and projected resentment, this conversation is for you. Let it remind you that your growth, your peace, and your happy ending cannot be stolen by lies or by corrupt people.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Akanke’s Room: Where Words Become Witness with Shayna Akanke Marie

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I sit down with thee Shayna “Akanke” Marie who is a poet, art activist, creative entrepreneur, and quiet force behind so many of Grand Rapids’ truth-telling spaces.As the founder of Akanke’s Room, narrative strategist at The Diatribe, and collaborator on projects like A City Within A City, GRMiFi (Media Initiative & Film Incubator), and Reaching Beyond Bias; Shayna has built rooms where art and activism meet healing and transformation.In this coffee break session we talk about:When poetry first became her languageBuilding Akanke’s Room as a sanctuary for truth-tellingBalancing art and entrepreneurship as a creative woman of colorHer role as an “accidental historian” in Grand Rapids’ collective memoryWhat she’s learned from years of working with youthAnd how she sustains hope while carrying the weight of community workThis conversation is as much about wisdom as it is about witness. I hope it reminds you of the power of words and the rooms we choose to build for one another.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    What a Coffee Break Really Means to Me (In Memory of Grandma & Grandpa VanderVeen)

    For me, a coffee break has never been just about coffee...I've always seen it as another way to connect with family, catch up with friends, or even connect within the community, workplace, or even with myself.In this reflective solo episode, I have decided to share how my earliest memories of coffee at my grandparents’ kitchen table and childhood home shaped my understanding of love, care, and presence with those around me and myself. In remembering my Grandma VanderVeen’s playful tease about red hair and freckles, my Grandpa’s quiet moments reading the newspaper while I read the comic section, and those special morning routines with my dad before he headed off to work became more than habits, they became memories of how I see love in action.This episode is shared in memory of my beloved Grandma and Grandpa VanderVeen, whose presence and coffee table taught me that even the smallest coffee cup could carry the greatest meaning in my now every day life.Take a deep breath, pour yourself a cup (or whatever centers you), and let’s sit together at the coffee table.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Stop Keeping Score: Love, Control, and Emotional Freedom

    Have you ever felt like you couldn’t do anything right like no matter how hard you tried you were made to feel like you are never enough?This episode was created for the ones who’ve been micromanaged in love, guilted by those they trusted, and told that keeping score was the only way to protect yourself.Today, we lay it all out on the coffee table for us to discuss:The quiet damage of over-correction disguised as loveWhy “keeping score” only drains your joyHow real love creates space and trust, not checkboxes intended to cultivate fearBecause love isn’t about tallying wins and losses, it’s about freedom to be yourself.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.☕ Look up Theo’s Coffee Break podcast to learn more .Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    The Sound of Honey Falling: Faith, Identity & the Poetry of Becoming with Alexis Stark

    In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo sits down with Alexis Stark who is a journalist, poet, educator, and West Michigan creative to talk about the intersections of faith, queerness, and storytelling.Alexis shares the heart behind her forthcoming poetry collection The Sound of Honey Falling, the role of journalism in shaping community narratives, and what it means to live authentically at the crossroads of Christianity and queer identity.Together, they explore themes of healing, belonging, and the power of poetry to hold both tension and beauty. Whether you’re a writer, a seeker, or someone navigating the complexities of identity and spirituality, this conversation will give you something real to reflect on.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Pull Up a Chair: An Open Invitation to Join Theo’s Coffee Break

    This episode is an open invitation straight from Theo of Theo's Coffee Break.If you’ve been listening to Theo’s Coffee Break and thought, “I’d love to share my story, too”  this is your sign. Theo is inviting listeners (yes, you!) to become future guests on the podcast.Whether you want to share your journey, offer insight, or just have an honest conversation at the coffee table, this is your chance to connect. And if you know someone whose voice deserves to be heard, send them Theo’s way.Reach out to Theo's Coffee Break by emailing him at [email protected] to start the conversation. Because the heart of this podcast has always been about building authentic relationships, learning from one another, and remembering that you matter.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    A Day in the Life of a Soulful Entrepreneur

    In this solo episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to be your own boss.Entrepreneurship comes with the promise of freedom, your own schedule, and the power to call your own shots. But here’s the plot twist: without structure, freedom can quickly become drifting… and drifting can lead to burnout or even failure.I’ll walk you through my actual day literally from the night-before prep, to the rituals that keep me grounded, to the work blocks and moments of flexibility that help me stay consistent without losing my creativity. We’ll talk about compassionate discipline, finding a rhythm that serves your goals, and the truth about navigating the unknown when the outcome isn’t guaranteed.If you’ve ever wondered what entrepreneurship really looks like behind the Instagram posts, this is for you.Take a sip, settle in, and let’s walk through what a day in my life looks like when I’m not here with you at the coffee table.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Mad Ethnic, Real Stories: Daveed Benoit on Film, Community & Creative Legacy

    In this powerful episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo sits down with filmmaker, community builder, and creative visionary Daveed Benoit.Together, Theo and Daveed explore:The roots of Daveed’s artistic journeyHow storytelling became his form of protest, purpose, and powerWhy building community through film matters more than everThis isn’t just a conversation. It’s a blueprint for using your voice, your art, and your roots to change the world. Come sit at the table.☕ The coffee is always ready at Theo’s Coffee Break.🎬 Learn more about Daveed’s work: https://www.instagram.com/slicklgpSupport the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Building a Brand Like a Garden

    What if branding wasn’t just about business, but about planting something meaningful?In today’s solo episode, we’re diving into what it truly takes to build a brand that feels alive, aligned, and rooted in purpose. From defining your mission to creating an experience people remember, I’ll walk you through 8 essential steps to grow your brand like a garden with care, intention, and patience.Whether you’re just starting out or refining what you’ve already created, this episode is for the visionaries, creatives, and community builders who want their work to mean something.Grab your favorite cup, take a sip, and join me at the coffee table.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    Your Life Has Already Begun

    What if the life you’re waiting for… is already happening?In this solo episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, Theo shares a deeply personal journey of self-worth, identity, and the myth of “arrival.” If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll finally be happy when...,” this is your sign to stop waiting and start living now.Featuring gentle affirmations, personal storytelling, and an honest reflection on what it means to be present, this episode is a reminder that your life has already begun and that you don’t need to earn the right to live it fully.💌 Connect with Theo: [email protected]📲 Follow us on Instagram: @theoscoffeebreakpodcastCome sit at the table. The coffee is ready and we are waiting on you!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    From BTS Fan to Business Owner: Christine Hang’s Creative Entrepreneurial Journey

    In today’s episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I’m joined by one of my dearest friends Christine Hang.She is a creator and founder of Honeycee Shop, loyal BTS fan, and an inspiration of all things regarding building community, monetizing creativity, and embodying joy. 💜Christine opens up about how her love for K-pop culture inspired her to start her own small business, and what it’s taught her about growth, grit, and doing what lights you up.We talk about the beginnings of Honeycee Shop, the highs and lows of running a creative business, and how staying connected to your passion and your people makes all the difference.💫 Support Christine: https://www.honeyceeshop.com/📲 Follow her journey: @glimpse.ofchristineTune in and grab a seat at the coffee table because stories like these deserve to be heard.The coffee’s ready and we are waiting on you!Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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    At Theo’s Coffee Table, Your Words Matter

    Today’s episode is a love letter from my coffee table to yours.This is for the quiet listener, the kind commenter, the presence felt in every email, DM, and voice note.Your words have reminded me why this coffee table exists.This isn’t just my podcast anymore. It’s our conversation.And today, I want to say thank you.Your voice, your heart, your story they have found their way to Theo’s Coffee Break and now are always welcome here.And the coffee? It’s on, it’s hot, and ready for you take a seat and sip slowly.Today I’m highlighting Sam, Karen, Kylia, and Huong but please know: if you’ve ever reached out, you are deeply appreciated.This is only the beginning of this new segment. Expect more featured conversations in the future.Support the showTheo’s Coffee Break is a listener supported show. Help us continue to create great content for you by donating to the show. Thank you for your support.Link: buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreakpodcast/share/first-coffee Do you want to join the coffee table or want to share your thoughts about today’s coffee break? Send me an email to [email protected] thing, if you enjoyed this episode subscribe and follow so you never miss out on our coffee breaks. See you at the next one!Official Website: www.shinhooyongmusicenterprise.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Theo’s Coffee Break is an honest soulful conversation series based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This podcast hosts community leaders, entrepreneurs, business owners and creatives to let them share their stories behind their success.Hosted by Theo (aka Shin Hoo Yong), this podcast show blends purpose-driven interviews, spiritual insights, and heart-centered storytelling as a way to share the authentic experiences of those who join the coffee table with the listener to explore the world around us and learn how we connect within it, together.Every episode is recorded with the intention that at Theo’s coffee table everyone is welcome.Come for the connection. Stay for the clarity. The coffee’s always on, ready to pour, and my door is always open to you.

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