Things You'll Need:
- The tea you just made
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Step 1
Choosing the best types of tea is a fun experience. You can read about the different types of tea leaves on the Internet, or explore your grocerers shelves to see what strikes your fancy.
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Step 2
If you enjoy tea in both the morning and the evening, it is best to choose both a caffeinated and a non-caffeinated brand.
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Step 3
Invest in a nice tea pot and tea cup - both add to the experience.
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Step 4
Make sure you have either good bottled water or purified water as a source.
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Step 1
Never microwave tea if you want to get the maximum enjoyment out of it. Use your teapot,and bring it to boiling.
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Step 2
Fill your cup with tea, and add either your teabag or tea ball. Cover with a saucer to allow it to steep.
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Step 3
Steep your tea for 1-2 minutes, or until it is as strong as you desire.
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Step 4
Remove the tea bag or tea ball. Sweeten to taste.
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Step 1
Thich Nhat Hanh, the Buddist monk, says that you have to be fully present in this moment in order to enjoy a cup of tea. This is called "mindfulness" in Buddist tradition. Before enjoying your tea, put all stressful thoughts far away from you so you can focus on the experience.
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Step 2
First of all, feel the warmth of the cup in your hand. Let it flow up through your hands into the rest of your body.
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Step 3
Next, inhale the delicate aroma of the tea - allowing the steam to gently warm your face.
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Step 4
Sip it slowly and gently, savoring every last drop.
