Tea and Takes with Simi is where I share my thoughts, stories, and lessons over a warm cup of honesty. Some days it’s lighthearted and playful, other days it’s deeper reflections on life, faith, growth, and everything in between. I keep it real, relatable, and sprinkled with a little fun. This space is like sitting with a friend who truly gets it. So if you’re looking for laughter, reflection, and good company, grab a cup and join in.
In this episode of Tea and Takes, we get into how easy it is to become the judgmental agony aunts we once rolled our eyes at. Why do some of us become more judgmental as we get older? And why is it so jarring to watch people who were once open minded become increasingly judgey?
We talk about allowing people to experience life, make their own mistakes, and choose differently from us. I also reflect on catching myself when I have opinions about choices that ultimately do not harm anyone. Maybe not everything needs our commentary, approval, or understanding.
So much of life is outside our control anyway. Perhaps we can loosen our grip a little, mind our business a little more, and let people live.
12 Sept 2026
What will people say… is you
In this episode, we’re getting into something we all do more than we realise: projection. What if the things we assume people are thinking or saying about us have more to do with us than we think?
Sometimes, the way we see others can quietly shape the way we believe they see us too. And maybe there’s a way to feel a little freer from “What will people say?”
You’ll have to listen to get the full gist. 👀
P.S. Apologies for the slight noise at the beginning of the episode. I’m trying out a new recording style, so please bear with me as I find my groove. 🤭💕
29 Aug 2026
Compartmentalizing friendships
Not everyone needs access to every part of you.
In this episode of Tea and Takes with Simi, we talk about the importance of compartmentalizing friendships: learning to relate with people according to their strengths, understanding the role they play in your life, and being intentional about what you share with them.
Healthy friendships don’t require complete access. Sometimes, protecting a friendship means recognizing that someone may be great at certain things but simply doesn’t have the capacity to hold other parts of you. And that’s okay.
We explore how to stop expecting people to be everything to you, and giving people access to the parts of your life they are actually equipped to handle.
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