History of Tea: The Health Benefits of Tea and Tea Rituals (Part 3)

The health benefits of tea and tea rituals

In the ninth century when tea was traded to Mongolia, Tibet, and Japan, it became the favorite drink of Buddhist monks, who found that it helped them stay awake during long periods of prayer and meditation. Used as an elixir of sobriety and wakeful tranquility, tea was also a means of spiritual refreshment and the ritual of preparing and partaking of it was an occasion for spiritual conviviality, a way to go beyond this world and enter a realm apart. In this class we will go over the basics of the Camellia Sinensis tea leaf and how to create your own tea ritual. Emilie will also share with you the most symbolic tea rituals around the world.

About the speaker:

Originally from France, Emilie Jackson speaks English, Spanish and French fluently. Before settling in the United States, Emilie lived in France, Portugal, England and Mexico where ancient healing traditions are still alive. After working in International Business and Marketing for over 15 years, Emilie decided to pursue her dream of entrepreneurship. In 2017 she co-founded Centered Spirit: A Cultural and Holistic Center and Emilie's French Teas. Emilie has a passion for cultures and traditions from around the world especially tea rituals. Visitors to the French Tea Room quickly find out that her enthusiasm for the Art of Tea is contagious. Emilie loves sharing her passion for tea so please don’t hesitate to stop by and ask her about tea, wellness classes and private tea parties.