In today’s episode of The Tea Mind Podcast, we explore the part of the journey that gets no applause and rarely gets mentioned: the messy middle.

This is the point where passion fades, progress stalls and self-doubt starts shouting. Where you quietly wonder if quitting might be easier. But what if this phase isn’t the problem? What if it's the point?

Through personal reflection, grounded storytelling and a soul-strengthening Tea Routine, this episode offers a gentle reminder: the middle isn’t where you fall apart. It’s where you come together.

Recommended Tea:

An oolong like Yellow Gold or Orange Oolong Supreme. Rooted in the earth element, it’s perfect for grounding you when your path feels unsteady.

In this episode, you'll discover:

* Why every meaningful journey gets hard in the middle

* The role of slow, silent progress in real growth

* A Tea Routine that helps you return to your centre

* A reframing of struggle as strength training

Tea Routine: The Messy Middle Pause

While your tea brews:

* Name the messy middle you’re in right now

* Write down three things that feel difficult or unclear

* Remind yourself of one reason why you began

Let the tea steep. Let your feelings sit. Trust the discomfort. This is the work that makes you.

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