Thich Nhat Thanh, the Buddhist monk, said
“Drinking a cup of green tea stops the war”.
For some years I had this phrase written in big letters on my kitchen wall. It was to remind me to make my cup of tea in an atmosphere of peace. Simply by focusing on the activities involved in making the green tea, I could be conscious in the moment. Doing nothing but filling up the kettle with water; switching it on; selecting a tea bag. Putting it in the mug; making sure I’m doing it all peacefully and full of awareness, not just on automatic pilot. Pouring the boiling water onto the tea bag. Sipping my tea. And with every sip, being aware [read more]
Focusing and cups of tea
posted in Inspirational Quotes, Jane's Blog
Thich Nhat Thanh, the Buddhist monk, said
“Drinking a cup of green tea stops the war”.
For some years I had this phrase written in big letters on my kitchen wall. It was to remind me to make my cup of tea in an atmosphere of peace. Simply by focusing on the activities involved in making the green tea, I could be conscious in the moment. Doing nothing but filling up the kettle with water; switching it on; selecting a tea bag. Putting it in the mug; making sure I’m doing it all peacefully and full of awareness, not just on automatic pilot. Pouring the boiling water onto the tea bag. Sipping my tea. And with every sip, being aware [read more]