Combining Tea with other Interests
Although I consider enthusiasm for quality tea as more than an interest or hobby, what other personal interests do you combine as part of your tea experience?
I like listening to music while going through a tea session, and as a cyclist I also enjoy watching cycling adventures on YouTube during tea sessions (easier than preparing and drinking tea while cycling .
Of course, tea is easily enjoyed free of anything else...but I mix it up depending on time of day and how I’m feeling.
I like listening to music while going through a tea session, and as a cyclist I also enjoy watching cycling adventures on YouTube during tea sessions (easier than preparing and drinking tea while cycling .
Of course, tea is easily enjoyed free of anything else...but I mix it up depending on time of day and how I’m feeling.
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I read while drinking my tea. I primarily read fantasy. And even better is a good book and grandpa styling some green tea in the bathtub. Cause the relaxation from the tea combined with the relaxation from the bath is a fabulous stress reliever. Plus, the steam from the bath really helps with tasting the tea for some reason. Add a book for some escapism and I’m all set.
I find that reading a book during a tea session is challenging because I need my hands for tea preparation. I can use a Kindle though, propped against somethingswordofmytriumph wrote: ↑Sun Feb 17, 2019 4:57 pmI read while drinking my tea. I primarily read fantasy. And even better is a good book and grandpa styling some green tea in the bathtub. Cause the relaxation from the tea combined with the relaxation from the bath is a fabulous stress reliever. Plus, the steam from the bath really helps with tasting the tea for some reason. Add a book for some escapism and I’m all set.
My tearoom overlooks a nature preserve so I observe wildlife and the seasons while drinking tea and listening to the hifi. There’s a small creek about 100 feet below, deep in the valley that I can hear flowing. The clouds and light are magnificent. I can’t imagine doing anything better while having tea.
For this reason:swordofmytriumph wrote: ↑Sun Feb 17, 2019 4:57 pmPlus, the steam from the bath really helps with tasting the tea for some reason
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Tea, with its inherent connection to pottery and other teaware is fabulously combined with my interest in pretty shapes and old things and their related history.
While drinking tea, I can admire and ponder those things. Other than that, for at least three rounds of one tea I do not focus on anything except the tea, before moving attention to a book or similar.
While drinking tea, I can admire and ponder those things. Other than that, for at least three rounds of one tea I do not focus on anything except the tea, before moving attention to a book or similar.
Depends on what I'm up to! I try to pair the teas I'm drinking with the hobby or thing I'm doing. If it happens to be writing for work, it'll be something tasty but not anything I have to pay attention to. Frequently though, I find myself playing video games while gongfuing, same as Shine.
If it is a tea I really have to pay attention to, I definitely make sure to have no distractions: just meditation and tea.
If it is a tea I really have to pay attention to, I definitely make sure to have no distractions: just meditation and tea.
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I have yet to try it, but thought that hiking/backpacking and tea could provide for some spectacular experiences. I love both, but recently haven't gotten out for a good trip in the woods.
Imagine perching on a cliff for a sunset with some fresh spring water boiling on the whisperlite. Seems like a good idea to me.
I am a bit concerned of sensory overload, though. I have definitely tried to have a good session in an impromptu location. Sometimes it comes up a little short since I get distracted by other things. There is something to be said for having tea in a comfortable setting with few distractions. Good music always pairs well with tea.
Imagine perching on a cliff for a sunset with some fresh spring water boiling on the whisperlite. Seems like a good idea to me.
I am a bit concerned of sensory overload, though. I have definitely tried to have a good session in an impromptu location. Sometimes it comes up a little short since I get distracted by other things. There is something to be said for having tea in a comfortable setting with few distractions. Good music always pairs well with tea.
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This sounds wonderful. This weekend I'm at a house more in nature compared to my home in the city, and tea just seems to taste better and be more fragrant. I suspect it has to do with my mental state being more at ease, though I'm using different wAter so that may be a factor as well.Baisao wrote: ↑Sun Feb 17, 2019 6:02 pmMy tearoom overlooks a nature preserve so I observe wildlife and the seasons while drinking tea and listening to the hifi. There’s a small creek about 100 feet below, deep in the valley that I can hear flowing. The clouds and light are magnificent. I can’t imagine doing anything better while having tea.
I play banjo. I find tea doesn't effect my playing like the moonshine does
Shine, I also game. What type of games do you play?
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Are you kidding?! This sounds amazing. The most ideal way to drink tea, definitely. Only thing slightly better is having a gathering of good friends there, interested in tea.Baisao wrote: ↑Sun Feb 17, 2019 6:02 pmMy tearoom overlooks a nature preserve so I observe wildlife and the seasons while drinking tea and listening to the hifi. There’s a small creek about 100 feet below, deep in the valley that I can hear flowing. The clouds and light are magnificent. I can’t imagine doing anything better while having tea.
I definitely think it makes a difference. My mind becomes more still and I can more easily focus on tea amd music. My tearoom is cluttered but the view is nice.Teachronicles wrote: ↑Mon Feb 18, 2019 12:24 pmThis sounds wonderful. This weekend I'm at a house more in nature compared to my home in the city, and tea just seems to taste better and be more fragrant. I suspect it has to do with my mental state being more at ease, though I'm using different wAter so that may be a factor as well.Baisao wrote: ↑Sun Feb 17, 2019 6:02 pmMy tearoom overlooks a nature preserve so I observe wildlife and the seasons while drinking tea and listening to the hifi. There’s a small creek about 100 feet below, deep in the valley that I can hear flowing. The clouds and light are magnificent. I can’t imagine doing anything better while having tea.
Photos don’t do it justice. The valley below seems compressed or even nonexistent in photos. I can watch storms, migrations or birds or butterflies, watch the last bit of sunlight each sunny day cut across the treetops, or watch fog climb up the valley. I am sure there are better views in town but this is almost ideal for me.
I agree! I only wish the outside temperature was more frequently comfortable so I could host gatherings outside.cherrybomb7 wrote: ↑Mon Feb 18, 2019 5:05 pmAre you kidding?! This sounds amazing. The most ideal way to drink tea, definitely. Only thing slightly better is having a gathering of good friends there, interested in tea.