I Quit My 9 to 5. Now What? | Secret Life Project Reveal
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Release Date: 01/20/2021
Tips for Dealing with Phone Call Phobia
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifers! Phone calls are not my favorite thing in the world. I tend to feel put on the spot and usually think I'm going to sound like an idiot. But, over the years I've built up some phone call skillz and thought I'd share some of my tips with you! Mostly, just know that it's okay if you hate phone calls. But hey, if you're reading this, go ahead and make that phone call you've been putting off! I believe in you! Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Calling all phone-call-phobes! 1:22 Texting has helped reduce the amount of phone calls we’ve had to escape. But that also means we’re a little...
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Handling the Unexpected Pivots in Your Life
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifers! Today, I chat about the unexpected twists that happen in our lives and how we handle them. I reflect on what I said last episode, and what I’ve been saying over the summer, and how it all hits a little different now. I hope you enjoy the episode! Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 00:00 I had a WONDERFUL surprise happen to me last week! 5:51 I’ve had a lot of unexpected pivots recently. I was already wheeling from my recent life changes (moving, new job). And now, something that was completely out of my control has happened to me. I’m working on accepting that I can’t always control...
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3rd Anniversary: How I’ve Kept This Podcast Afloat While Dealing with Mental Health
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifers! ANGUS EYE TEA IS THREE YEARS OLD. HOLY COW. MOO. I’m blown away. Hitting year one was cool. Year two was like, wowowowowow wild. But three years? So much has happened! I skimmed through my episodes and it’s wild to think that I used to eat blocks of cheese for dinner. Now I accompany them with a slice of bread! I figured I’d talk about how I managed to keep this podcast running for three years, especially since my mental health took some dips here and there. Thanks for listening and being the best Heifer around <3. Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 1:12 How did I stick with...
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Freaking Out About Not Freaking Out | New Move, New Job
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifers! Yeah, remember how two weeks ago I was all like, “I’m back, better than ever! Yay! Ready for a regular schedule!” And then I just didn’t post at all last week? Well, that is because every undecided thing in my life suddenly made a decision. At the same time. In the span of two weeks, I’ve moved and started a new job. This episode is incredibly rambly, even by my standards, so hang in there! I *will* be back next week as promised. Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 1:30 I moved and I have a new job! 2:34 I thought I would be a lot more emotional considering the big life changes...
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Is The Life Sabbatical Over? (I'm back!)
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifer! I’VE RETURNED! Two months flew by and so much happened. I originally recorded this on July 24th and already I’ve had two major life changes I can’t wait to tell you about. In this episode, I regale you with my pod break and what I’ve come to learn during the Life Sabbatical (and if you’re new, I basically quit my corporate job in January to figure out my life and it’s been a hoot and a half lol). Everything is chaotic right now for me so I’m glad to have Angus Eye Tea back in my schedule to ground me! Have a lovely week, Heifer! Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 1:37 What...
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TTYL, Heifers!
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifer! Today, I’m going to tell you how my May went, talk a bit about June, but overall I’m going to casually mention that I’m, um, taking a break from Angus Eye Tea until August :). You know me, so good at taking breaks. Letting go of that perfectionist tendency ha ha ha. Seriously though, I’m excited to rest and come back better than ever! I’ll be active on my Patreon at where you can hop in for $2! Until then, have a lovely Gemini season and best of luck with that Mercury in retrograde crap. Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 2:27 May - I learned what I want to do and it sent me into a...
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The (Almost) End of Quarantine Whiplash
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Heyyyyy Heifer! Quarantine seems to be slowly ending and it’s been weirder than I thought it would be. Like, I knew I’d be socially rusty and would have to remember how to order food, etc. But I wasn’t expecting to have weird depression, or that my brain would short circuit and make it feel like things had always stayed open and that the last 1.5 years didn’t happen. So I figured I’d talk about that whiplash today! Enjoy this episode and get vaccinated! Moo, Elaine TIMESTAMPS 00:00 No masks, no problems? LOL. 01:23 The transition from 1.5 years of quarantine to pre-COVID routines is...
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I'm Tired of Not Sleeping: Fatigue and Depression
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Hey, Heifer. It’s 1:00 a.m oops. I’m hanging out with my friends and I’m tired which is ironic because this episode is about striving for a healthier sleep routine. But here we are. Mmm. I can’t tell you how hard it is to write this little paragraph that no one reads after midnight. What’s the point? Who am I? Why don’t I call pancakes flap jacks? Flap jacks sounds way cooler. I’m hungry and I want pancakes. Shit, FLAP JACKS. Okay, I’m off to bed lolol jk I’m still listening to the episode and doing timestamps. This hell will never end. Moo, Elaine Want additional...
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My Favorite Caffeine Alternatives
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Want additional content including a secret blog? Check out my Patreon at ! Hey, Heifer! I recently cut caffeine out of my life so I could manage my anxiety and I realized it can be a little daunting to embark on such a journey. What drinks secretly have caffeine? What can I use as replacements? Do I gain superpowers now or something? I’ve gathered some of my favorite caffeine alternatives that I enjoy (I’m not a nutritionist though so beware). Also, you can be anxious and enjoy your three cups of coffee a day. You can enjoy whatever level of caffeine works for you! We’re all built...
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May Goals: A Write of Passage
Angus Eye Tea: Anxiety, Depression, And Other Cheerful Topics
Want additional content including a secret blog? Check out my Patreon at ! Hey, Heifer! New month, new goals! I genuinely had no idea May had started. I think I've been living in a perpetual March. Sigh. This month's goals focus a lot on my art. I feel like I'm turning everything into a chore these days so I want to make sure I keep my cReAtIvE sPiRiT alive. And then, of course, I have a car related goal. Are we surprised? My April wasn't great but also every month has its ups and downs. I hope your May is looking bright and beautiful! We can dooooo this, Heifers! Moo, Elaine...
info_outlineHey, Heifers! Welcome to my Life Sabbatical. I have officially left my corporate job of three years without having another job lined up. Some of you guessed that this was my Secret Life Project so extra points to you! I can’t begin to tell you what a wild ride it’s been leading up to my last day. Today’s episode breaks down why I made this decision and what my plans are moving forward! Also, hi Potential Future Employer! Consider this a *snazzy* and *swell* audio cover letter.*
*Of course, if you’d like more background music or some dinosaurs screeching in the background, just let me know. I didn’t see any audio guidelines on your website. Thx.
TIME STAMPS
00:00 Time to reveal MY SECRET LIFE PROJECT.
00:56 Why I kept it a secret.
02:15 Okay, the OFFICIAL reveal.
04:12 WHAT? The background on what led to this decision.
09:45 WHY? Why did I decide this was the best choice for me?
14:12 HOW? How am I going to handle this big change? How did I make this happen? (The answer always involves a blood sacrifice btw).
19:38 WHAT’S NEXT? “The Plan.”
28:05 Final Thoughts
30:26 Outro! It’s 1:35 am on Wednesday as I edit this so you can just tell I’m really on top of my life rn. Good night!
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I am not a health professional. I am simply someone who was diagnosed with an anxiety and depression disorder. Please talk to your friends, family, teachers, doctor, trusted human, etc. if you need help. I also have a resources page on my website that can direct you to different hotlines, therapy websites, and more at https://anguseyetea.com/resources/