Savoring Ceremony

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Savoring Ceremony]( Tea time with friends can be turned into a ceremony simply by the intention in which you prepare your tea. Coffee may be the power beverage that gets us revved up in the morning and fuels us when we’re burning the midnight oil, but tea is the drink we turn to when we want to relax and be refreshed at the same time. Black, green, white, herbal, hot, or ice cold, tea is more than a soothing beverage. It can be a ritual, a cultural experience, and even a spiritual practice. The reverence for tea has inspired ceremonies in many cultures. From the spirituality of Chanoyu, the Japanese way of preparing and serving tea, to the sharing of Maté in Latin America, tea rituals are for celebration, ceremony, and relationship bonding. In China, tea rituals are part of many wedding ceremonies with the bride and groom serving their elder relatives in a show of respect and gratitude. The Chinese art of drinking and serving tea has been a source of inspiration for poetry and song. The Russian custom of chaepitie has inspired a unique style of teapots, caddies, teacups, and cozies. The samovar, a special brewing device, has become the symbol of the Russian tea ceremony and an object of art in its own right. Iced tea, popular in the U.S., as well as other parts of the world, is a modern ritual bringing cool relief on a sweltering summer day. You can turn your own tea time with a friend into a simple ceremony by preparing your tea with the intention of offering nourishment and good wishes to the other person. When you are seated together, rather than drinking your tea right away, look at one another and express your gratitude and appreciation for your friendship. When you pour the tea, again intend it as an offering. Drink your tea slowly, savoring its flavor and aroma. Let its warmth or its coolness soothe your body. When you are finished drinking your tea, thank your friend for taking part in this nourishing ritual with you. Whether savored in the presence of another or tasted alone, the custom of drinking tea provides a soothing pause in our hectic world. Drinking tea can be a daily ritual that brings inner calm and clarity to the body, mind, and soul. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all. ♥ Loved this inspiration? Share with a friend](   DailyOM Course Spotlight [Change Your Life With Tea]( By Mary Ann Rollano Discover the magic of tea for your soul. This course from tea aficionado Mary Ann Rollano will teach you how to have blissful tea ceremonies and meditations that will inspire you and clear your mind. From ancient wisdom to modern science, you’ll learn about various tea types and their healing properties and purposes — from energizing your mind to reducing stress and detoxifying your body. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Psoas Stretches to Relieve Lower Back Pain]( - [Wall Workout to Reshape the Body at Any Age]( - [The Art of Manifesting Your Soulmate]( - [Sacred Sexuality: Open the Energy of Intimacy]( - [Transitioning Through Divorce: Grieving the Loss of Marriage]( Recommended For You [Unleash the Goddess Within]( [Learn More]( [Living in Calmness When Emotions Overwhelm You]( [Learn More]( [Re-Parent Your Inner Child]( [Learn More]( [Exercises to Eliminate Hip and Knee Pain]( [Learn More]( [The Art of Intuitive Tarot]( [Learn More]( [The 10-Minute Method to Naturally Tighten Your Face]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 2. [Reiki Healing for Beginners]( 3. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 4. [Getting Unstuck]( 5. [Wall Workout to Reshape the Body at Any Age]( 6. [Ending the Aftershocks of Traumatic Experiences]( 7. [Psoas Stretches to Relieve Lower Back Pain]( 8. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 9. [The Art of Manifesting Your Soulmate]( 10. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2023 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.