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In this episode of TeaWithD, D dives deep into the world of imposter syndrome—a psychological pattern where individuals doubt their own accomplishments and have a persistent fear of being exposed as a "fraud." Despite clear evidence of their competence and success, people with imposter syndrome often attribute their achievements to luck or deception rather than their own skills and effort.

Join D as she explores the key characteristics of imposter syndrome, including self-doubt, fear of exposure, and perfectionism. D discusses the causes and contributing factors such as personality traits, family dynamics, cultural pressures, and high-stakes professional environments.

She will also examine the profound impact imposter syndrome can have on emotional health, professional development, and personal relationships. Most importantly, sharing her practical coping strategies to help you or someone you know acknowledge these feelings, reframe negative thoughts, seek support, and celebrate successes.

Whether you're struggling with imposter syndrome yourself or want to understand it better to support others, this episode is packed with insights and advice to help unmask the fraud and recognize the true value of your achievements. Tune in and join the conversation!

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In this episode, we welcome Julie McGue, an accomplished author, memoirist, essayist, and columnist who delves into the profound themes of identity, family, and belonging. Julie's journey of self-discovery began at the age of 48, when a breast biopsy revealed gaps in her knowledge about her birth circumstances and medical history, due to a closed adoption. This revelation set her on a five-year quest to uncover her personal story, which she chronicles in her award-winning memoir, Twice a Daughter: A Search for Family, Identity, and Belonging.

Join us as we explore Julie's latest book, Belonging Matters: Conversations on Adoption, Family & Kinship, a heartfelt compilation of her favorite blog posts, essays, and columns. This companion piece to her first memoir aims to support the adoption community and spark conversations about identity and kinship.

In our conversation, we discuss:

• Julie's passion for writing memoirs and essays focused on identity and belonging.
• How her experience with closed adoption has shaped her understanding of identity.
• The pivotal moment of her breast biopsy and its impact on her search for her roots.
• The challenges and rewards she encountered during her five-year journey to uncover her personal story.
• Surprising revelations from Twice a Daughter and the key messages in Belonging Matters.
• The evolution of her concepts of identity and belonging over the years.
• The role of storytelling in helping others navigate their own identity journeys.
• How her roles as an identical twin, mother, and grandmother have influenced her perspectives on family and adoption.
• Her thoughts on the future of the adoption community and essential support for those affected by adoption.
• Julie's writing process and the balance between personal reflection and broader themes.
• Influences and inspirations in her writing career.
• A sneak peek into the prequel to Twice a Daughter, set to release in February 2025.
• Advice for aspiring memoir writers and handling the vulnerability of sharing personal stories.
• How she hopes readers connect with her work and the most touching feedback she's received.
• Balancing her roles as a writer, mother, grandmother, and twin while maintaining her creative output.

Tune in for an intimate and inspiring conversation that highlights the power of resilience, storytelling, and the quest for identity with Julie McGue.

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In this empowering episode, I delve into the profound wisdom of resilience and self-belief. Life throws curveballs, but it's how we respond that truly defines us. Join me as I navigate through the tough terrain of hardship, discussing how every setback is a stepping stone toward personal growth and transformation. Through candid anecdotes and insightful discussions, I will explore the power of shifting perspectives and reframing challenges as opportunities for learning and evolution. Tune in as I unpack the invaluable lessons embedded within life's trials, reminding you that no matter how tough it gets, giving up is never an option. 

Key Points:

1. Introduction to the concept of resilience and the importance of not giving up on oneself.

2. Sharing personal stories of overcoming adversity and how they contributed to personal growth.

3. Discuss the inevitability of hard times in life and how they serve as catalysts for transformation.

4. Exploring strategies for changing perspectives during challenging times and finding silver linings.

5. Providing practical tips for cultivating resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.

6. Emphasizing the significance of self-belief and the power of resilience in navigating life's obstacles.

Join me Tealovers on this transformative journey as we embrace the beauty of resilience and reaffirm our commitment to never giving up on ourselves. It's time to rewrite our narratives and emerge stronger than ever before.

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In this powerful episode, Diane opens up about her personal journey of recovering from people-pleasing tendencies. She candidly discusses the struggles she faced in learning to say no, prioritizing her own needs, setting boundaries, and embracing discomfort.

Throughout the episode, Diane sheds light on the telltale signs of being a people pleaser and offers valuable insights into the process of growth and self-discovery. Listeners will learn how to recognize if they are stuck in the cycle of people pleasing and discover practical tips to break free from it.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who feels alone or fears rejection. Through vulnerable storytelling and shared experiences, listeners will feel seen and empowered to embark on their own journey towards authenticity and self-empowerment.

Tune in to gain invaluable insights and take the first step towards reclaiming your power and living life on your own terms.

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In this week's episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of intuitive and intrusive thoughts. Join us as we explore the stark differences between these two types of thoughts and learn how to discern and trust our intuition.

D shares her ongoing journey of distinguishing between intuitive and intrusive thoughts, shedding light on the challenging moments she has faced along the way. From unraveling subconscious beliefs to confronting the ego-driven nature of intrusive thoughts, D offers valuable insights and personal anecdotes that will resonate with listeners.

Throughout the episode, we're reminded that intuitive thoughts are clear and strong, emanating from a place of clarity and authenticity. In contrast, intrusive thoughts stem from subconscious beliefs fueled by ego, often leading us astray.

Tune in today to gain valuable tips and strategies for honing in on your intuition, releasing the chains of living in fight or flight, and embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing your inner child.

Don't miss out on this empowering and transformative episode! Subscribe now and join us on this enlightening journey of self-discovery.

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On Wednesday, January 24th I celebrated my 27th birthday and I thought it would be fun to share 27 things I've learned in my 27 years of living. I share small life hacks, mantras, my dos/dont's and a survival guide for 27 years of life. Buckle up Tealovers, I share in-depth stories and triggers that I've learned to manage on my journey to find me. Enjoy Tealovers xoxo!

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Welcome back Tealovers!
Today I will be interviewing my eldest sister, Tricia Fung, Mother of three, Degree in Child Development, Married 27 years, lover of friends, family and anything fashion.

Today's episode will highlight the concept of knowing you deserve more and moving throughout life as though you believe it. Tricia dives deep into her childhood and what it was like to be the child of teen parents who were navigating life themselves. She discusses moments in her life where she felt vulnerable and shame. However, she would quickly realized that shame was not a burden she was meant to hold onto. 

After losing her father to ALS when she was 21 years old she discusses how you can love someone but not agree with their actions and in order to heal you must first forgive others and yourself. From an early age she always beat to the sound of her own drum, navigating life as she went but never losing sight of what she deserved. 

Tricia describes her moments in life where she could of given up and thrown in the towel but through watching others learn their lessons she was able to not repeat certain cycles.  She knew what she wanted and did not let her childhood define her.

This episode if for anyone struggling to see their worth and what they deserve. Once you believe you are enough that is when your life truly begins. Enjoy Tealovers! 

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In today's episode, Edit and I dive deep into her journey to becoming a life coach and how she helps her clients achieve alignment with their true selves. While discussing generational trauma, where it begins and how it affects us today. We touch on the topics of masculine and feminine energy and how to harness one over the other to create more balance in ones life. Today's episode is a deep dive into discovering triggers in order to align with your true authentic self.

Edit B Kiss is a holistic life-coach, #1 best selling author and international speaker. She helps leaders to get healed from running mind, insomnia to gain more focus and fill the void in their hearts by raising their frequency and getting them aligned with their true self so they can stand the storms and live their life joyfully and reinvent themselves to the next level.

She worked with clients on releasing long-lasting pains, blockages, ancestor defects and emotional traumas so they could live fulfilled and joyful lives. She has clients from all over the world, including the United States, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Hungary, and Nigeria; these range from millionaire traders to influencers to artists.
 
She originally is a petroleum engineer, worked in the petroleum industry for 15 years before being a life-coach full time. During those years she trained to become a Reiki Master, a Sekhem Healer and a Karma Yogi Practitioner under the teaching of Karma Guru Sumant Kaul; strengthened her extra senses; and worked on several family constellation therapies. She learned life-coaching from the Satori Prime brothers (who base their work on Landmark approaches) and was trained by Bob Proctor, who is known for his appearance as a featured expert in the movie, The Secret. While living in New Zealand, she was a member of Reiki NZ Incorporated.

Enjoy Tealovers!

Where to Connect with Edit:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/editbkiss/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/editbkiss/?originalSubdomain=uk
Edit's Book: On the Healer’s Journey: Coaching Book for Seekers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWqmaSey8Mbm7gb55w_11Zg

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Are you using alcohol to escape? Are you drinking to feel a void? Do social settings cause you to order another drink to feel accepted? 

TeaLovers, welcome back to the TeaWithD Podcast. Today I have a VERY, I mean very special guest, my sister Nicole Leisle.

With over 18 years of strategic marketing experience, she’s helped build teams and specializes in growth marketing. VP of Product Marketing as well as a Chief Operations Officer.

One of her most prized accomplishments is that on December 27th she managed to achieve two years of sobriety. She has completely eliminated alcohol from her life and has found a new way of living. I want to preface that Nicole was not an alcoholic, but she realized that Alcohol no longer aligned with the next phase in her life.

Today's episode is going to be about recognizing triggers when it comes to alcohol, people pleasing and peer pressure in relation to drinking, inner child healing, and learning how to create boundaries in order to achieve a more joyful life.

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The Doulas Guide to Preparing for Your Birth
(Breastfeeding, Birth Plan Dynamics, and Partner Support with Natalie Feil)

Kicking off 2024 with the season of rebirth.

What better way to start the first episode of the new year than by talking about new life and new beginnings aka pregnancy, birth, and motherhood? In today's episode, Diane interviews Natalie Feil, Certified Lactation Education Counselor and Birth and Postpartum Doula. They dive deep into the nitty gritty topics you want to know more about. Natalie will answer your burning questions and give you unbiased facts on pregnancy, birth plans, breastfeeding, and partner support.

Your birth plan is similar to life, not everything goes how you envisioned but everything happens how it is supposed to. 

This episode is for anyone curious about pregnancy, a woman’s body, and the changes that occur during this new journey of life. To the mamas who are pregnant, struggling to get pregnant, mourning, having a hard time, and wanting to give up. I see you. You are enough. Don’t give up!

Connect With Natalie:
https://fresnobirthandbaby.com/nfeil/
Evidence-Based Birth:
 https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/fresnobirthandbaby/

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