I have always been drawn to exploring other cultures and histories. As a child in rural Iowa and Illinois I was obsessed with learning history, mythology, and anthropology. So when I went to college that is what I studied, history and anthropology.

I am a firm believer that there is always something to learn from people who think differently and who are different from myself.

In parallel to my studies of the past and the humanity of this world, I found my love for tea. I have struggled, as the majority of people have, with anxiety and trauma and I found that making a cup of tea centered me. The mindfulness of waiting for the water to heat, allowing the tea leaves to steep, and then taking in a deep breathe of the steam before taking the first sip was my ultimate grounding exercise.

While learning more about tea, I realized like with everything in life, each culture has its own way of enjoying this delicious, healing, wholesome, drink. My desire and intention is to help people explore and appreciate other cultures take on tea while also taking care of their mental health.

What better way to try and heal the world than through a simple cup of tea?