Tea Talks with Tez

Hi everyone! Just dropping a little life update + a very honest conversation about chronic burnout recovery In this episode, I’m catching you up on what I’ve been doing with life lately, what part-time work has actually looked like for me, and the reality of recovering from chronic burnout, including the things I’m still learning along the way. Thank you for being so patient with me between episodes 🥹 It means more than you know. And I promise, there are more episodes coming! If any part of this episode resonated with you, please leave me a comment I’d love to hear what you took from it. And tell me what you want to hear more about in future episodes! In the meantime, stay connected with me between episodes: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/teatalkswithtez⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@teatalkswithtez⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@teatalkswithtez

Hi everyone! I've been sitting on this recording from back in March 2025 and as I'm trying to show up more consistently, I'm sharing more even if it's unpolished. And I hope this episode helps anyone navigating evolving friendships. As we move through our 30s, friendships inevitably change. In this solo episode, I open up about navigating my 30s as someone who was single and without children while watching many of my closest, long-time friends step into new chapters of marriage, parenthood, and financial stability. I share the complicated emotions that can come with feeling left behind, misunderstood, or no longer aligned with the people you've grown up with. Starting my own business became an unexpected catalyst for growth, revealing which friendships could evolve with me and which ones I needed to lovingly release. While there has been grief in growing apart, there has also been gratitude for every friendship that has shaped my life and helped me become who I am today. This conversation is a reminder that…

Hi everyone! Thank you so much for tuning into this very special episode, my first ever guest episode on the podcast!! I'll admit, this is a conversation I felt a little nervous sharing. Fertility, motherhood, relationships, timelines, and the uncertainty that can exist around them are deeply personal topics. But I also know that some of the conversations that have helped me most in life were the ones where someone else was brave enough to share their story honestly. My hope is that this episode offers insight, solidarity, perspective, and perhaps leaves even one person feeling a little less alone. Joining me today is my dear friend Tia, and together we explore the complexities of navigating fertility and motherhood as two women without children at 36 and 41. We discuss egg freezing, changing timelines, relationships, cultural expectations, and the evolving ways women are defining family, partnership, and fulfillment for themselves. This is such a nuanced and layered topic, and one that many women find…

What if the most exhausting thing you’re carrying… is the need to prove you made the right decision? This episode is about letting go of that pressure, and finding peace in choices that were simply true for you at the time. Thank you so much for being here… and for your patience with me lately 🤍 I’ve been quietly finding my rhythm again, and slowly introducing a video format alongside the podcast. It’s new, a little uncomfortable, and very much a work in progress, so I really appreciate you giving me the space and grace to evolve this in a way that feels true to me. This episode is a really honest reflection on something I didn’t realise was driving so much of my life… the need to be right. The need to prove that the decisions we’ve made — especially the big, life-altering ones — were worth it. In this episode, I talk about: Why the question “did I get it right?” can keep us stuck The illusion of the “better” life path, and what we don’t see behind it The pressure to prove ourselves after making hard…

In this episode, I dive into the complicated world of modern beauty standards — the pressure to look a certain way, the rise of cosmetic procedures, and the quiet internal battles so many women in their 20s and 30s are carrying alone. I’m opening up about my own reflections, the moments I’ve questioned my appearance, and the conversations I’ve had with friends, sisters, and my community about “fixing” ourselves in a world that constantly tells us we’re not enough. This episode isn’t about shaming any choice — whether you’ve had work done, you’re considering it, or you’re simply trying to make peace with your reflection. My hope is to bring compassion into the conversation, remind you that you’re not alone in the pressures you feel, and encourage deeper thought about the emotional and physical risks involved with invasive procedures, especially surgery. If you’ve ever felt confused, insecure, or overwhelmed by beauty expectations — this one’s for you. Take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and above all… be…

In this episode I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey as a woman in business. The real, messy, empowering parts that don’t always make it to our highlights reel. As a recovering people pleaser, I’m sharing the lessons I’ve learned about finding my voice, owning my achievements, and standing my ground… even when I was underestimated because I looked “too young.” From shaky beginnings to stepping fully into my power, this is a story of growth, confidence, and learning to take up space unapologetically. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a young woman navigating leadership, or just on your own journey of becoming unapologetically yourself, this one’s for you. If you want more content on elevating your communication from the Communications Guru Vinh Giang who I referenced in this episode, you can find him here: https://www.instagram.com/askvinh https://www.youtube.com/@askvinh 💌 Stay connected with me between episodes and let me know your thoughts: Instagram: @teatalkswithtez…

Hi fam! This is a bit of a fun one :) I'm sure we've all heard that dating in your 30s hits different. But I'm here to tell you it can still be fun and a great learning experience! In this episode I’m sharing my personal stories and reflections on navigating the dating world: the highs, the heartbreaks, and the loneliness that can come with being single. We’ll talk about how to set boundaries while dating, and why it's so important, and the lessons I’ve learned on the path toward finding the one. Whether you’re currently single, dating, or just reflecting on your own journey, this episode is for anyone learning to honor themselves while opening up to love. 💌 Stay connected with me between episodes: Instagram: @teatalkswithtez (https://instagram.com/teatalkswithtez) TikTok: @teatalkswithtez (https://tiktok.com/@teatalkswithtez) If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world if you can please hit follow, leave a rating and share it with a friend who might need a little big sister tea today. 💛

Hi fam! In this episode I’m opening up about my journey with therapy, which started back in 2016 when I first had doubts about my engagement, and again after making the painful decision to end it. That began the canon event which led to the year that I now look back on as a huge turning point. 2017 was one of the most traumatic years of my life, filled with significant events that changed everything, and I often think of it as the moment my life split into two chapters: life before, and life after. Since then, I’ve gone through multiple rounds of therapy, and I want to share my experiences to help de-stigmatise getting support, as well as offer some tips on what to look for when choosing a therapist. This episode is a little heavier and I do briefly touch on eating disorders, so please listen with care. If you find this triggering, I’ve included links to support services below. I actually recorded this episode in October 2024, and it's wild to see how much has changed since then!! I’m now engaged to the…

Hi fam! Thank you so much for tuning in ☺️ My gosh I can't believe we are finally here launching this first episode, which I recorded almost a FULL YEAR ago!! So much has happened and changed since, which I will do a reflections episode on soon. But in this intro episode, I’m sharing the Why behind this podcast, what inspired me to start, what you can expect in future episodes, and how I hope these conversations will feel like sitting down with your big sister over a cup of tea. I’ll be covering stories and lessons on: ✨ Love, relationships & red flags ✨ Navigating cultural & family expectations as the eldest daughter ✨ Beauty standards, ageism & womanhood pressures ✨ Friendships, small business struggles, and everything in between Resources mentioned in this episode: Shapes and Sounds (https://www.justshapesandsounds.com) - a beautiful resource for Asian-Australians seeking mental health support and community. 💌 Stay connected with me between episodes: Instagram: @teatalkswithtez…