Public education — and caregiving work of any kind — asks for so much. It’s easy to keep giving, telling yourself it’s for the students, the work, the people who need you… until you realize you’re running on empty.

In this episode of Tea with a Taurus, I’m talking honestly about learning to set boundaries in small, steady ways. From stepping back when daily episodes became too much, to recognizing when stress was living in my body, to building gentle self-care routines that actually fit into real life — this is a conversation about protecting your energy without guilt.

We explore:

• Why boundaries don’t have to be big or dramatic to be effective

• How burnout can sneak in when caring becomes constant

• Small, sustainable ways to set boundaries every day

• Reframing self-care as maintenance, not a reward

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, or like you’re giving more than you have — this episode is a reminder that you deserve care too.

Pour yourself a cup of tea and settle in.

Why do we put things off — even when we know they would help us?

In this episode of Tea with a Taurus, a simple dinner conversation turns into a deeper reflection on procrastination, task paralysis, and what’s really happening beneath the surface — especially for those of us with ADHD.

We talk about why “just do it” isn’t always helpful, how overwhelm and perfectionism can freeze us in place, and why avoiding tasks doesn’t mean we’re lazy or unmotivated. Instead, it often points to nervous system overload, fear, or a need for gentler support.

This episode offers compassionate insight into why task paralysis happens and shares soft, realistic ways to move through it — without shame, pressure, or forcing productivity.

We’ll close with a short grounding moment and a reminder that progress doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful.

Pour yourself a cup of tea, take a breath, and remember: steady is still strong.

I took a step back… and now I’m stepping back in—more gently.

This new season of Tea with a Taurus is slower, cozier, and more honest. This week’s episode is about a health wake-up call, ADHD, and learning how to make small changes without burning out.

No perfection. Just real life and warm tea.