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 love
• Why “keeping score” only drains your joy
• How real love creates space and trust, not checkboxes intended to cultivate fear

Because love isn’t about tallying wins and losses, it’s about freedom to be yourself.

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If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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 show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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 show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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 show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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 journey
• How storytelling became his form of protest, purpose, and power
• Why building community through film matters more than ever

This 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/slicklgp

Support the show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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 show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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: @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Come sit at the table. The coffee is ready and we are waiting on you!

Support the show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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.ofchristine

Tune 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 show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

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 show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.

In this honest solo episode, Theo invites you to sit at the coffee table for a raw reflection on what it really costs to choose your own happiness and why so many people try to talk you out of it.

Through personal stories and real talk, Theo explores why we shrink ourselves to stay palatable, why we carry other people’s doubts, and how to break free from the spell of feeling like you are “not enough.”

If you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting more, or doubted yourself because others doubted you then listen in because this episode is for you.

Come as you are. Stay because you are welcome. And please know that the coffee is always on and ready to pour.

Support the show

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow so you never miss out on one of our coffee break sessions!

Now that we are a listener supported show, you can buy me a coffee and join the Café Crew at buymeacoffee.com/theoscoffeebreak for $5/mon.

Every donation will directly impact our coffee table and our goal here is to build this coffee table together with you.

Do you want to join the coffee table, or know someone who would be a great guest? Send me an email to [email protected]

Your voice, input, and curiosity is what shapes this table, and I’m here ready to listen with an open mind. Feel free to reach out via email or find me on Instagram at @theoscoffeebreakpodcast

Thank you for being here with me at our coffee table today. I’m so excited to keep growing this podcast with you: one story, one conversation, and one sip at a time.

So until next time… take good care of yourself. And remember: the coffee’s always on and ready to pour here at Theo’s Coffee Break. But most importantly...

You are always welcome at my coffee table.