Beautifully Unbalanced Podcast

We spend so much of our lives believing that if we're on the right path, it should make sense. It should be clear. It should be linear. It should feel certain. But what if the detour isn't proof you've lost your way? What if it's preparing you for the life you've been asking for? In this episode of Beautifully Unbalanced , we're talking about the courage it takes to p...

Lately I've noticed something about myself. I'll be sitting at my desk, answering an email, and somehow my mind is already worrying about next week, next month, and a conversation that hasn't even happened yet. Nothing is wrong. But my mind is everywhere except where my feet are. Maybe you've been there too. Maybe you've been carrying responsibilities, expectations, deadli...

At some point, we all find ourselves standing at a crossroads. Not because we're lost, but because we've finally grown enough to see that we have choices. In this episode, I'm reflecting on identity, accountability, healing, and the uncomfortable truth that nobody is coming to save us. Inspired by Jennifer Lewis's memoir Black Mother of Hollywood , we're talking about what...

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about connection… and honestly, how disconnected people seem right now. Everybody says they want community. People want support, deeper friendships, real conversations, and a village they can lean on. But what happens when community starts requiring something from us in return? In this episode, I’m talking about loneliness, convenience culture, social media friendsh...

Welcome back to the Beautifully Unbalanced podcast—I’m Mikita. In this episode, I’m getting real about this whole “soft life” conversation. I hear it, I see it, and I get the appeal… but let’s be honest—life doesn’t always give you the space to be soft. Sometimes you’re carrying a lot, you’re grinding, you’re holding things together—and comparing your life to someone else’s highlight reel? That wi...

In this episode of Beautifully Unbalanced , Mikita sits down with Stephanie from Audio Oasis Storytelling to talk about storytelling, purpose, rest, and trusting your gift. Stephanie shares how her love of books and storytelling started in childhood and how that passion led her to create a podcast that gives people space to pause, reflect, and simply be. Together, Mikita and Stephanie talk about w...

What does it really mean to be average… and who decided that was a bad thing? This episode started with a simple conversation between me and my brother—but it turned into something deeper. A question that made me pause: Are we actually afraid of being average… or are we afraid of being seen? Because somewhere along the way, a lot of us learned that being accepted meant being smaller. Downplaying o...

On this Episode Beautifully Unbalanced , I sit down with TK, creator of The Secret Life of TK Dutes , for a real conversation about burnout and finding your way back to yourself. She shares how hitting a breaking point—between work stress, shifting relationships, and feeling like life just wasn’t set up for her to win—pushed her to finally set boundaries with work, people, and even her doctors aft...

What if the things that once brought you joy were never really lost… just waiting for you to notice them again? In this reflective solo episode, Mikita slows things down and shares what she’s been rediscovering lately—books, art, color, storytelling, and the quiet moments that remind us who we are beneath the noise of everyday life. Sometimes life moves so fast that we forget the little things tha...

Who do you become when life keeps moving… and you need to change anyway? In this episode of Beautifully Unbalanced , Mikita sits down with Mocha Minutes host Stephanie for a real conversation about identity, growth, and what it looks like to find your voice in public—without pretending it’s easy. They talk messy growth, people-pleasing, burnout, and the pressure to be “the strong one.” From bounda...

Pivoting isn’t quitting—it’s listening. In this first episode of Beautifully Unbalanced , Mikita shares the story behind the evolution from Thym 4 Tea with Mikita to a podcast rooted in growth, community, and becoming. This conversation is about the quiet moments before clarity, the uncertainty that comes before confidence, and the courage it takes to trust yourself without permission or validatio...

Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the mic of your favorite independent podcasts? The truth might surprise you. Welcome to a rare, unfiltered glimpse behind the curtain of Thym 4 Tea with Mikita. In this intimate first episode of my mini-series, I'm spilling all the tea about what podcasting looks like when there's no production team, no fancy studio, and absolutely no pla...

Ever wonder what happens when a perfectionist Capricorn decides to get vulnerable behind the mic? That's exactly what unfolds in this special Q&A episode, where I finally answer your burning questions about the woman behind Time for Tea. You've been filling my DMs and inbox with questions that go beyond self-care tips and growth strategies—you want to know about ME. Am I always this...

What if the recognition you're seeking isn't waiting on a stage somewhere, but right here in your own hands? Recognition isn't just a trophy on your shelf—it's a form of rest. That sacred breath between survival and becoming. After four years of podcasting through empty seasons, echoing rooms, and uncertain words, I decided to give myself the damn award. No permission needed, n...

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In this deeply personal season finale, Mikita reflects on the unscripted, raw journey of this season of Thym 4 Tea with Mikita . From navigating grief and rest to reclaiming identity and power, this episode is a love letter to listeners who’ve shown up through the messy middle. Mikita shares a powerful poem, announces an exciting new podcast, No One Asked , launching in Fall 2025, and teases a sum...

This guided meditation invites you to come home to yourself, offering a quiet space to ground your energy when life feels overwhelming. • Taking time for yourself doesn't require anything fancy—just a few minutes and willingness to be present • Guided breathing exercise helps anchor you to the present moment • Letting thoughts pass like clouds while returning focus to your breath • Permission...

We’ve been sold a version of self-care that looks good on Instagram—but often leaves us feeling even more burnt out. In this episode, I’m breaking down what self-care really means, what it absolutely isn’t , and why so many of us confuse survival mode with restoration. Spoiler alert: if your “self-care” still leaves you exhausted, it’s not care—it’s another performance. We’ll unpack: Why self-care...

In this heartfelt follow-up to one of my most listened-to episodes, we go deeper—because letting go is just the beginning. Today, we’re unpacking the power of presence, the weight of unspoken expectations, and the courage it takes to ask for help and actually receive it . If you’ve ever questioned your worth when you're not busy, productive, or the “strong one” for everyone else… this episode...

In this episode of Thym 4 Tea with Mikita , we’re unpacking what happens when we stop labeling ourselves as "overwhelmed," "anxious," or "depressed"—and start getting real about what we’re actually feeling. Mikita shares how storytelling, emotional vocabulary, and tiny daily actions create space for healing, connection, and growth. With vulnerability and warmth, she w...

In this inspiring episode, host Makita welcomes Dr. Jan Schwartz, an award-winning author, speaker, and expert in criminology, forensic behavior science, and homeland security. Dr. Schwartz shares her journey from growing up in a Chicago suburb, surrounded by organized crime and strong community leadership, to becoming a beacon of resilience and hope. She discusses the profound impact of her lovin...

Life don’t always go as planned, and that’s alright. I’m sharin’ 3 powerful ways to blaze a new trail, no matter if you’re 25 or 75. We’re talkin’ dreamin’ out loud, trustin’ the process, and believin’ you can do the impossible. From my Virginia roots to the urban grind, I’m bringin’ stories and real talk to inspire you to find your joy. Timestamps [00:00] Intro: Thank y’all for sharin’ your time...

In this heartfelt episode, Mikita welcomes Lori Pappas, a woman who turned trauma into triumph and societal “supposed tos” into a life of her design. Lori shares her journey—from a childhood marked by religious trauma to building a successful business and selling it at 49, and moving to Ethiopia at 57 to empower marginalized communities. Through candid reflections, she reveals how she broke free f...

Join me Mikita as I spill tea on MY journey to running MY first 5K—a ride full of  surprising lessons about mental strength. This isn’t just about crossing a finish line; it’s about the courage to start, the power of sticking it out, and the seeds we plant when we challenge ourselves. From battling ice cream cravings to pushing past self-doubt, I share how a simple race became a mirror for resilie...

Marie Malvoisin's transformative journey from Army officer to empowerment photographer reveals the profound power of reclaiming your authentic self. After serving 20 years in the military, Marie found herself emotionally depleted – functioning externally while dying inside, caught in an endless cycle of giving without receiving. The turning point came during a deployment when she discovered t...