Tea Talk: Finding Balance During Transitions with Régine & Josh
In this episode of the Illuminated Path podcast, host Livia welcomes Régine Biscoe Lee and Josh Tyquiengco for a Tea Talk conversation on gratitude, personal growth, and community impact. They share their journeys, including career transitions and the lessons learned along the way, and discuss the importance of wellness, mindfulness, and maintaining strong relationships. The conversation also explores their vision for Guam’s future and how community involvement can create meaningful change.
The discussion highlights practical strategies for navigating life transitions, cultivating well-being, and fostering connection with both people and place.
EPISODE TAKEAWAYS
Gratitude is a grounding force during life transitions
Career pivots can lead to personal growth and new opportunities
Wellness practices are essential for balancing career demands
Strong relationships provide support and encouragement
Community involvement can drive positive change
Mindfulness and meditation enhance personal well-being
Celebrating small victories boosts motivation and morale
Open communication fosters understanding and collaboration
CONNECT WITH RÉGINE
Régine Biscoe Lee is an Asian/Pacific Islander community leader, a daughter of Guam and the President & CEO of the Guam Visitors Bureau. Régine served as senator in the 34th & 35th Guam Legislatures and her legislative work continues to strengthen Guam’s workforce, support small business, bolster regional alliances, and protect our environment. She remains dedicated to helping people author their own opportunities, proving that nothing can widen the circle of economic freedom more than a community focused on wellness, education, and the entrepreneurial wonder of a clean environment. She served as a Congressional Policy Advisor, Legislative Chief of Staff, and consultant for businesses, government agencies, and local and global non-profits.
Régine has been recognized for her work on behalf of our veterans, working families and a sustainable future. She served as delegate for Guam to the 2012, 2016, 2020 Democratic National Conventions and the National Committeewoman for the 2024 DNC. Régine was selected by the Obama Foundation for their inaugural cohort of Leaders: Asia-Pacific (2019), by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights as Guam Advisory Board member for the inaugural USCCR Advisory Committee (2022) and by APAICS (Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies) to serve on their Advisory Council (2024). Régine also serves as the Vice President of Amphibious Aquatics, Secretary of the Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce and on the Board of Famalao’an Rights. Régine lives on the island of Guam and can often be found in the ocean with her husband, two daughters and their rambunctious Labrador.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regineforguam/
CONNECT WITH JOSH
Josh Tyquiengco is a professional storyteller, communicator, and son of Guam. He served as the public information officer of the Guam Visitors Bureau and was a veteran news anchor and reporter for the Pacific News Center. He is also a business advisor for the federal government.
Josh holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California – Berkeley. A product of Guam’s public school system, he graduated with honors from Southern High School.
No stranger to the performing arts, Josh appeared in various stage, TV and film productions. In his free time, he can be found with his family and friends, while traveling or training for fitness goals. He is from the village of Malesso’.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justjosh2000/
CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE