The Three Cups of Life: A Mindful Journey to Release and Renewal
Take a journey through life’s lessons, one cup at a time. Inspired by the ancient wisdom of the Three-Course Tea Ceremony, a traditional Chinese tea ritual practiced by the Bai people of Yunnan Province, this workshop invites you to reflect, release, and renew as we sip through the symbolic stages of life:
The First Cup – Bitter Tea: Embrace life’s challenges and uncover their hidden lessons.
The Second Cup – Sweet Tea: Transform struggle into gratitude and savor the sweetness of growth.
The Third Cup – Spicy Tea: Reflect on life’s richness and create a vision for your future.
Rooted in Bai culture, the Three-Course Tea Ceremony is more than a way of drinking tea—it is a profound ritual that symbolizes the journey of life, blending mindfulness, cultural wisdom, and introspection. Guided by Shanshan and Harry, this 90-minute online event is designed to help you let go of what no longer serves you and rediscover inner balance.
What to Expect:
Three-Course Tea Ceremony: A step-by-step guided experience that connects the cultural symbolism of the three teas to your personal journey.
Meditation for Renewal: Harry will lead a calming meditation to help you integrate insights and release emotional tension.
Community Connection: Engage with like-minded individuals in meaningful discussions and reflections.
Exclusive Sneak Peek: Learn about the upcoming Homecoming Retreat in April, featuring cultural immersion and mindfulness practices that deepen the themes explored in this workshop.
What You’ll Need:
A quiet space to relax and reflect.
A warm beverage of your choice:
Tea is recommended to honor the ceremony’s roots. Suggested options include green tea, black tea, or herbal tea.
Ingredients needed to reflect the stages of the tea ceremony: bitter, honey/agave, and spices (like cinnamon or ginger)
Alternatives for Tea: Coffee, hot water, or any warm beverage you enjoy.
A journal and pen for personal reflection exercises.
Why Join?
This workshop is a unique opportunity to pause and reconnect with yourself. Inspired by ancient Bai traditions, you’ll explore the transformative power of mindfulness and cultural wisdom through the Three-Course Tea Ceremony. Whether you're seeking clarity, emotional release, or simply a moment of calm, this experience will leave you feeling renewed, grounded, and inspired to approach life with greater harmony.