This first episode of Big Tea Little Tea Podcast is here to help you understand the complex world of trauma and its impact on our lives. Join me, Kaysha Thomas, a registered nutritional therapist and Pilates instructor, as we explore the stress response cycle, maladaptive coping mechanisms, and delve into the lesser-known Little Tea traumas like being parentified as a child or experiencing emotional neglect. Together, we'll uncover the importance of not comparing our traumatic experiences to others and the significance of seeking help for unresolved trauma. Our conversation will leave you wit ..read more

What does it mean to navigate between two different cultures while pursuing a career in sports? Join us for an unforgettable conversation with the incredible Anyika, as we explore her upbringing, her journey as an athlete, and the challenges she faced along the way. Annika opens up about her Scouse and Nigerian heritage, and how this unique blend has shaped her life experiences and personal growth. In this captivating episode, Anyika shares emotional and difficult moments from her past, such as experiencing racial profiling. We also discuss the importance of community and the sense of belongi ..read more

What if you could harness the power of Pilates to not only improve your physical well-being, but also manage stress and enhance personal growth? Join us as we chat with Joanne Cobb, owner and operator of J-Platte's, who shares her insights on the transformative impact Pilates can have on our lives when approached with patience, humility, and self-awareness. We delve into the importance of breath, relaxation, and the ventral vagal zone. Joanne shares her expertise on modifying Pilates exercises for relaxation and injury management, creating a safe and supportive environment for clients to feel ..read more

Ever felt like you were in the dark about your own menstrual cycle? We certainly have, and that's why we invited the amazing Le'Nise Brothers to shed some light on the subject with us. Le'Nise is a nutritionist specializing in women's health, hormones, and the menstrual cycle, as well as the author of You Can Have a Better Period and host of her own popular podcast. Together, we explore the concept of body literacy and the importance of understanding the basics of our menstrual cycle, including sharing our own "first period stories" and discussing how we can break the stigma by involving boys ..read more

What if we told you that the road to healing and self-discovery after an eating disorder could also lead to stronger, healthier relationships? Join us for a captivating conversation with our insightful guest, Chrissy Kapartis, as we explore her personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder, unlearning societal norms, and ultimately relearning love and intimacy. Navigating the complexities of romantic relationships while recovering from an eating disorder can be challenging, but Chrissy shares her experiences and wisdom with us on how to set high standards for a partner and find someone wh ..read more