Ch 2 Act 3 What Are You Falling in Love with Again?

What if the things that once brought you joy were never really lost… just waiting for you to notice them again?

In this reflective solo episode, Mikita slows things down and shares what she’s been rediscovering lately—books, art, color, storytelling, and the quiet moments that remind us who we are beneath the noise of everyday life.

Sometimes life moves so fast that we forget the little things that once lit us up. The routines take over. The responsibilities pile up. And before we realize it, joy becomes something we think we’ll get back to “one day.”

But what if that joy is already there?

Through personal stories about falling back in love with reading, collecting meaningful coffee mugs, exploring art, and embracing creativity again, Mikita invites listeners to pause and ask themselves one important question:

What parts of you are waiting to be rediscovered?

Transcript

I just want to sit back and make this a little different today because I want to tap into where you’ve been on your journey so far.

What have you noticed lately?
 What things have shifted for you?
 What are you falling in love with all over again?

I want to share that part for me today. And I hope that as we’re having this conversation, you start thinking about where you are, what you’re discovering, and maybe even what your next steps could look and feel like.

So let’s get into it.

Lately I’ve been thinking about what I’m drawn to.

What inspires me?
 What brings me joy?
 What makes me laugh?

What are the things that create moments where life doesn’t feel so serious—where I can just relax, laugh, and be myself?

And I wouldn’t say these things are obsessions, but I have noticed something shifting.

At one point, I was really into wine.
 I mean really into it.

I was going to wine tastings, joining wine clubs, getting bottles shipped to the house. I even bought a wine rack and hosted a tasting party. I loved being in that space.

And I still love wine.

But I noticed something interesting.

My focus has shifted.

I still enjoy going to a winery or a wine bar, but as I move into this new season of my life, I’ve realized I’m falling back in love with stories.

Stories about history.
 Stories loosely based on real life.
 Stories about people and the lives they lived.

I’ve been watching historical shows, reading more, and just absorbing the details of how people lived, what they experienced, and what shaped them.

And it made me realize something else.

I’m falling in love with books all over again.

There was a time when I used to read four or five books a week. But life happens. Responsibilities happen. And sometimes the things we love quietly move to the side.

But lately, I’ve been finding my way back.

My most recent read was Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. My daughter actually bought the book, and I started it months ago but never finished it.

Life got busy.

But something kept pulling me back to it. So I went searching through the house, found it, started reading—and once I picked it up, I couldn’t put it down.

What I love about Tia Williams’ writing is that it’s not just a story.

It has texture.

It’s the detail.
 The feeling.
 The atmosphere.

Reading her work feels like art.

And that’s when something clicked for me.

I’m not just falling back in love with books.
 I’m falling back in love with the art of storytelling.

Lately I’ve been noticing that art is everywhere.

Not just paintings on walls.

Stories are art.
 Clothing is art.
 Color is art.
 Patterns are art.

Even nature is art.

The trees.
 The ocean.
 The mountains.

You can’t experience those things and not feel humbled by them.

And as I lean more into this creative side of myself, I realize a lot of it started with my mom.

My mom used to take me to the library all the time.

Books felt magical.

Not necessarily an escape, but an expansion.

And my love for art probably came from her too.

Whenever my mom hosted gatherings, everything was intentional. The table settings, the colors, the folded napkins—it was always thoughtful and beautiful.

And I realized something.

I do the same thing now.

Creating an atmosphere that brings people joy—that’s art too.

Even something as simple as my coffee mug collection tells a story.

I collect mugs from places I visit.

Jamaica? I brought a mug back.
 Travel somewhere new? I bring a mug home.

Every morning I choose a mug based on how I feel.

Some mornings I’m excited.
 Some mornings I’m dragging myself out of bed.

And somehow the cup I choose reflects that.

It’s a small thing. But it’s intentional.

And sometimes the cup chooses me.

So here’s what I want to say to you.

Pay attention to the small things that bring you joy.

If something sparks something inside of you, lean into it.

Ask yourself why it makes you feel good.

Because when you start rediscovering those small joys, you also start rediscovering yourself.

Some of you might be in a season right now where you’re just trying to get through the day.

Stretching money from paycheck to paycheck.
 Taking care of your kids.
 Getting everyone where they need to be.

Sometimes life feels like it’s on repeat.

Wake up.
 Work.
 Cook.
 Clean.
 Start again.

But even in those seasons, small moments still exist.

And those moments matter.

At the end of the day, ask yourself:

What made me smile today?

What brought me joy?

What am I looking forward to?

Life may feel like it’s on repeat, but that doesn’t mean you have to be.

So if you’re in a season of rediscovery, start small.

Pick up something you used to love.

Write for five minutes.

Draw.

Color.

Paint.

Go buy a canvas and some paint from the Dollar Tree and just start.

You don’t have to create something perfect.

Just create.

Let the energy flow.

Because creativity reconnects us with ourselves.

And yes, there will be setbacks along the way.

Sometimes things fall apart.
 Sometimes plans don’t work.

And when you’re in those moments, it can feel devastating.

But remind yourself:

This is temporary.

Nothing lasts forever.

When you shift your mindset from reacting to moving forward, everything changes.

What you say to yourself matters.

Your energy matters.

The words you speak into your life matter.

So as you move through this season, remember this:

You haven’t lost yourself.

You’re rediscovering yourself.

The pieces you thought were gone are still there.

They’ve just been waiting for space.

So I’m curious.

What are you rediscovering right now?

If you love books, come join us in the Beautifully Unbalanced Book Lounge on Facebook.

Our book club isn’t just about reading. It’s about community, sisterhood, and conversations you might never have anywhere else.

And you never know who you might meet that could change your life.

So if you’re rediscovering a hobby, a dream, or even a new version of yourself, send me a message.

Let’s talk about it.

Because sometimes growth isn’t loud.

Sometimes it’s quiet.

Alright you guys, that’s all the tea I have to spill today.

I hope this conversation about rediscovering joy, creativity, and the small things in life made you pause and think about what’s lighting you up again.

If this episode spoke to you, pass it along to someone who could use a little inspiration today.

Until next time…

Namaste.