Well, after some technical difficulties earlier this month, I have finally got a blog post for you!
It's February and it's still winter. The last month and a half has been a roller coaster of good news and bad news. When all my ducks are not in row but scattered across three counties, I generally need to calm down, cut down, and sit down.
Here's how tea can help me do just that.
1. Tea is warming. When it's cold outside, I often find myself eating, staring blankly into the fridge, and craving crescent rolls. One tends to eat more in the winter simply because one is cold. Sometimes all I need to warm up is hot tea and a warm blanket. Give it a try next time you have cravings you can't seem to satisfy.
2. Making tea is a calming. The ritual of making tea historically is a calming and centering practice. If that's too weird for you, simply focus on mindfulness while you make your tea. Try to be completely present and focus on the simple act of making a cup of tea. This can be as simple or as complicated as you want. Use a a tea pot or simply grab a tea bag and a mug. Whatever floats your boat.
3. Drinking tea with friends lifts the spirits. Need I say more?
4. It's something to do when you can't think or don't feel well. Depending on what type of tea you choose, it may help you feel better.
5. Not only is drinking tea good for you but simply inhaling the fragrance is a cheap form of aromatherapy. So breathe deep, relax, and use your senses.
6. Don't underestimate the healing power of tea. While it may not be the most potent of the herbal remedies available, it is still a powerful way to take in the medicinal properties of herbs. Since it uses water as a solvent, tea is generally safe for most people.
Chamomile: Great for after meals and before bed. The aroma helps relaxation and calms the mind.
Lavender: Very floral, so beware if that is not a taste you go for. Add lemon if it's too overpowering. This is another relaxing herb to use and it smells great!
Ginger: This is great tea if you are cold since it's one of our warmest herbs, and it helps with nausea.
Holy Basil: A wonderful adaptogen, and when taken over a few months it may even reduce cortisol levels.
Chai: Chai tea generally consists of a combination of warming herbs, which is great for winter time, including cinnamon, ginger, cloves, etc.
Passionflower: A great tea to have during Lent since the flower was used to explain the Passion of our Lord to nonbelievers. It also promotes a good night's sleep.
And there are so much more! Experiment! Enjoy!
If you prefer tea bags or need something for travel try Yogi teas or Traditional Medicinals.
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