Welcome back to What’s the Tea? — where Lydia and Andy (two former support workers and full-time life jugglers) catch up over a cuppa or a bottle of water, depending on the weather… and hydration levels.
This week, we’re handing out gold stars - Why? Because adulting is hard, and sometimes you need a little glittery affirmation for doing the sensible things — like going to the dentist or cooking yourself a healthy meal. Seriously. Let’s normalise celebrating the “boring-but-brilliant” wins.
We also dive into what it’s like to move into a new place — whether you’re settling into your own flat, supported accommodation, or your mate’s spare room. We share loads of practical advice for:
Making your home feel like your space
Finding the trip switches without panicking in the dark
Registering with a new GP (and why it’s a top priority!)
Exploring your local area like a treasure hunt (bonus points if you use Facebook groups or make a map)
Plus, there’s a quick shoutout to the Finch app, a cute and gamified way to buddy up and reward healthy habits with your digital pet bird. Because sometimes buddying up can help with new habits.
🎉 Weird News Corner 🎉
Monopoly shockers! Turns out we’ve all been playing it wrong (seriously — read the rules), and a real-life bull went rogue in Birmingham before heading to a new life in Norfolk. It’s all happening.
👂 Takeaways:
Be kind to yourself when doing the basics.
Ask questions — no one’s born knowing where the boiler switch is.
You deserve a safe, comforting home (yes, even if it smells like twelve different scented candles).
Moving is a lot. It’s okay to take your time, change things up, and ask for help.
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📩 Got your own weird news story or a gold star moment to share? Let us know!
Catch you next time! ✌️
