The Fear Of Being Fully Seen

What If Happiness Isn’t The Goal?

Tetika discusses the societal pressure to achieve happiness through milestones like graduation, marriage, and career success. She argues that happiness is fleeting and not a sustainable goal. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of living authentically, being present, and recognizing one's worth beyond accomplishments. She shares her personal journey, highlighting the shift from seeking external validation to self-discovery and inner peace. She encourages you to value ordinary moments, prioritize presence, and embrace your true self, suggesting that true fulfillment comes from living a meaningful life rather than constantly chasing happiness. Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of The Rise Of You: A Truth Discovered

The Next Chapter Of Motherhood

Tetika discusses the emotional journey of motherhood, focusing on her daughter's recent engagement. She reflects on the lifelong process of letting go, from her daughter's first daycare to her move for grad school. She emphasizes the importance of trusting her daughter's choices and the values she has instilled. She acknowledges the bittersweet nature of motherhood, where love evolves from need. She also encourages parents to embrace new roles, feel gratitude and grief simultaneously, and trust their children's paths, even if they differ from their own. Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of The Rise Of You: A Truth Discovered

What Cancer Could Not Take

Tetika shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 32. Despite being healthy and active, she discovered a lump during a shower, leading to a series of medical tests and eventually a diagnosis of stage one ductal carcinoma. She underwent a lumpectomy and chemotherapy, fearing more for her daughter's future than her own. The treatments were grueling, causing significant physical changes and side effects. Twelve years later, a genetic test revealed a family history of cancer. She recounts choosing preventive surgeries, embracing the lessons of resilience, strength, and the power of love and support from friends and family. Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of The Rise Of You: A Truth Discovered

The Person I Had To Become: One Year, One Podcast, One Completely Different Life

Tetika celebrates the podcast's one-year anniversary and reflects on her personal transformation. Over the past year, she has embarked on a spiritual journey, learning to distinguish between love and responsibility, and understanding that life is about self-growth rather than achievement. She emphasizes the importance of letting go of ego, accepting different perspectives, and living in the present. She shares her realization that peace must come first, not after success, and that expectations often lead to resentment. She concludes by expressing gratitude to her listeners for their growth alongside hers. Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of The Rise Of You: A Truth Discovered

Sympathy Or Empathy: What’s The difference?

Tetika discusses the difference between empathy and sympathy, emphasizing that empathy involves feeling with someone, while sympathy involves feeling for them. She argues that empathy is crucial for healing relationships, as it removes loneliness and fosters connection. She shares personal experiences, including moving to a new country at 17, battling cancer, and losing loved ones, to illustrate how empathy from others was more impactful than solutions. She concludes that empathy creates trust and influence, making people feel seen and understood, which is more valuable than advice. Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of The Rise Of You: A Truth Discovered