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Life Lately..

Hey,

Been a super long time since I last posted here. But I’m back with boat loads of stories I’d love to share. Lettuce go!

To begin with,
2022 came to an end and 2023 seems to be in a hurry to get done with its role too. Yes! It’s already May and each month in 2023 has been a ski ride. Things were new and dynamic every month. LOL!!

Starting with the never ending list of birthdays in January. Kudos if you’re a January baby too just like me. This month was a lot of outings and a new job (which keeps me busy most of the time). Overall a 4 out of 5 from my end.

Followed by February which being the month of “love” but not really a lot of “love” showered on me this month. Things got intense with drama with my homies and I felt triggered, cornered rather. Tears were shed, warnings were slammed, I felt like my cover was blown. What a shame Nancy Drew! Is this how shallow your undercover image was? My pro tip, hanging out in secret, with a group is much better than hanging out with one person. I’d give February a 2 out for 5 for breaking hell loose.

After the much disastrous and ground wrecking February came March. It was lent season according to the Roman catholic calendar and I promised to clean my act. Not before the homies, then at least before someone who it really mattered. I kept the lent fast and abstained from eating meat during lent this year. To my greatest surprise, I made it! I can say it is a miracle that I could pull this off. Otherwise being me, saying no to non-veg is next to impossible. The best part was, I didn’t have any aftermath of February, though the impact could still be felt and I was always on my guard. March was a 4 out of 5 for being nice and kind to me (though I had a fair share of breakdowns).

April was a continuation of the lent season and I have been a good girl; obeying my parents, going for confession and most importantly not using my content writing skills to create stories as cover-ups when I went roaming around. Hehehehe (iykwim). Easter went really well and there were quite a few weddings in the neighbourhood which gave me Christmas vibes with the deco around. April went smooth so I’d give it a 3.5 out of 5.

A few things have really stuck to me this 2023 and I would love to leave them here for those who might find it useful:

1. Keep moving: I have begun going for walks early mornings with my mother. The world is quieter and calmer with a vibe of its own in the air. Nothing feels better than exercising those thighs and calves by simply walking and meeting random strangers who say good morning to you. An hour of this plain and simple exercise can set a lot of things straight and wake your body up for the rest of the day.

2. Do it with intention: Now on those days when I could not go for a one hour walk, I had no choice but to get home and workout in the evening after work. As far as I know myself, I need some serious motivation to start off with my workout session. Once I clear my mind and get to it I do it with 100% concentration and some pretty dramatic music (sometimes). I know that the job’s done when I become a waterfall of sweat and feel as dry as a desert.

3.Get your daily bread of wisdom: This is my greatest and best takeaway from the lent season. This was the advice given to me by the priest I went to for confession. It was a dramatic confession, like the universe conspired for me to hear those words. The priest was leaving and I was the last person who had rushed to the church through the Shigmo traffic in my town. Luckily, I knew the priest and he agreed to sit with me. When he gave me that advice, I felt like I knew what I had to do. I had to use my gifts, talents, skills, resources and stories to be a channel of wisdom to save myself. The best way to source wisdom was to read books and be more of who I am instead of being bombarded with what social media would manipulate me to be. I’ve also watched good web series that reflected on what I personally enjoy. Honestly, I haven’t felt better ever since.

4. Make yourself a priority: I do not mean be selfish and self-centred. I want you to draw your boundaries and protect yourself. Eat healthy food, stay hydrated, visit the doctor if you’re not feeling okay or simply go for a regular check-up. Save money for yourself and your needs. Nourishing yourself and pampering yourself is not a CRIME. Trust me. If something does not feel right, don’t push yourself but also don’t hold yourself back from learning new things. Bottomline, equip yourself with skills that will make you more self dependent.

Well, these were the 4 most important “life hacks” I’ve been sticking to. It has helped me to get my head straight and clear my focus. I’ll be adding more about my “Daily bread of wisdom” in my next blog.
I hope this rant makes sense to you and points you in a better direction for what’s left of 2023.

Until next time.

Love love
Mich

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Emotional Anastasia

Warm hugs and yet I feel soaked
Nothing thrills
Like I'm sleeping; never awoke

Remorsing about my past or always too alive
What am I afraid of
The people? Or me being naïve?

I smile, I laugh, I rejoice with every affection
But wont' let you in
I have a fort of protection

An eccentric feeling no song can describe
Tricking myself talk, feels like a crime
A bribe

Its cats raddle and rubix cubes
Jumbled and tightly packed
Trust me solving the confusion
Only leads to more fret

Thus I soak in this numbness
Of being alive and not
Wrap it around my heart, give it my best shot

Makes me heartless
Confused to feelings I once knew
Values no opinions
Okay! Barely and rarely a few

It bars, confronts and draws a fine line
Between what is real and fake
What is temporary and not mine

It isn't sad or gloomy- take me by no surprise
It feels like summer breeze
With hopes of a new sunrise

Sunday Ritual: Violin Classes

As a young adult, we are expected to be successful, look fabulous, take trips, get married, blah, blah, blah. But what really triggers me is that what about our suppressed ambitions and dreams? What about the shiny keychain we wanted to buy with our first salary, the concert we always wanted to desperately attend, the series of books we always wanted to stack up for our library collection.

Let no Duchess dictate what you can and cannot do.

It started off on a rebellious note with me as well. I was fearful of what people might think seeing a 20 something taking music classes with kids much below my age. But thanks to my boldness and Taylor Swift’s advice I took my chances and signed up for the classes at my Church hall.

At the start I was doing well but then I learnt what I was lacking, what needed improvement, what are my strengths and weaknesses. I was a good violinist back when I had started and now it was a gap of almost 3 years. But I picked up the pace and am doing well. My dream is to play for the church choir.

Manifesting at least 1 church choir before the end of 2024.

Kiro Merry: The Kitten Ruling My Home with Chaos

“What’s life without a little chaos and some paws causing them?”

Meet Kiro Merry, the four-month-old kitten who’s taken the world by storm—specifically, the living room, where she has declared herself the supreme ruler of all things playful. With her sleek grey tabby fur, black stripes, and tiny black paws that seem to pounce at the speed of light, Kiro’s mission in life is clear: have fun, and cause just a smidge of chaos along the way.

First on Kiro’s list of favorite toys? Gift wrappers! Yes, those crinkly, colorful pieces of paper that humans often use to hide presents. For Kiro, they might as well be treasure chests filled with untold delights. She dives into the piles like a pirate searching for gold, wrestling with the wrappers as if they’ve personally offended her. It’s like watching a tiny, furry tornado—one that leaves behind a trail of shredded paper and a proud little kitten standing atop her glorious pile of victory.

Then there are her small toys, which Kiro treats like they’re life-sized opponents in a fierce battle of wits. She flips, rolls, and gives those plush mice a run for their money. The best part? Her tactics are completely unpredictable. One minute, she’s pouncing; the next, she’s staring at the toy like she’s trying to psych it out. “I see your fuzzy tail, and I’m not afraid to take you down,” she seems to say.

Now, let’s talk about snails. Yes, you read that right. Kiro is convinced that these slimy little critters are the ultimate slow-motion playmates. While most kittens might give them a wary glance, Kiro sees them as a challenge. “How slow can you go?” she seems to ask, stalking them with the utmost seriousness. It’s an epic showdown that leaves everyone wondering who will win—Kiro, with her lightning-fast reflexes, or the snail, with its… well, slow and steady approach.

And we can’t forget Kiro’s partner in crime, Scooby, the beige-colored doggo who, despite his size, is no match for Kiro’s feisty spirit. Together, they’re a hilarious duo. Scooby, with his big wagging tail, is both a target and a playmate. Kiro’s favorite game? The “let’s see how close I can get to that wagging tail without getting caught” challenge. Picture this: Kiro crouched low, eyes wide, ready to pounce, while Scooby wags his tail obliviously. It’s a recipe for giggles—especially when Kiro finally leaps and ends up somersaulting right into the dog’s side.

Life with Kiro Merry is a whirlwind of playful antics, curious explorations, and the occasional chaos. She reminds us that joy can be found in the simplest of things, whether it’s a piece of crinkly paper, a slimy snail, or a wagging tail. So, here’s to Kiro, the pint-sized troublemaker with a heart full of adventure—may her reign of fun never end!

My ‘8 Takeaways’ from ‘8 Rules of Love’

The book 8 Rules of Love has been on my 2024 bucket list and what caught my eye was that it was written by one of my favorite authors Jay Shetty. It took me longer than expected to finish reading the book because it was very enlightening on the concept of ‘love’ a word we use so lightly. Towards the end of it I got a whole new perspective about this emotion and how we can find it, keep it and let it go.

These are my favourite 8 concepts from the book which will stick around with me as I navigate through my relationships:

Find Solitude before Love: In Rule 1 (let yourself be alone) in this book says that you have to let yourself be alone and find bliss in doing so. This eventually brings you to Solitude (the glory of being alone) which will be the foundation for love in your life. I totally agree with Jay here because I’ve experienced this myself during the COVID lockdown. People were going to any lengths to have a partner online or draw attention towards themselves to seek validation and love from other people because they didn’t want to be by themselves. A lot of people have this misconception that if you’re alone you’re probably categorized as an unloved loser who will die a sad lonely death. This is the root cause for so many rushed relationships which eventually result in heartbreaks. One must find solitude and learn to love their own selves instead of expecting others to fill their cup of love or fix the emotional damage caused by the past. Find yourself before you begin the search to find your true love.
Know your Fight Style: This is a concept from Rule 6 (Win or lose together) and this is such an eye-opener for me. Jay says that just as there are different love languages there also exist different fight languages. There is also a quiz curated by him at www.fightstyles.com that helps you find your fight style to help you understand your communication style better. The broad categories are Venting, Hiding and Exploding. Each of these fight styles are based on one’s personality and gives us an approximate result of why we fight the way we fight and how we can understand each other’s fight styles. This is a great concept to dwell into and has helped me resolve my relationships a lot. I am a ‘hiding’ fight style while my partner is a ‘venting’ fight style so now we both know how the other person will react whenever hell breaks loose and how we can communicate better to improve our relationship.
The Breakup Reality: This concept is from Rule 7 (You don’t break in a breakup) that mentions why Rule 1 (let yourself be alone) is important before you dive into any relationship. If you have not appreciated being in solitude then you might end up staying in your relationship for too long because you cannot imagine being single again. The bitter truth is you dislike your own company and you’re trying to shadow into your partner’s attractive personality, fooling the world that you’re equally fun as your partner. At times you might not like certain things about your partner or certain beliefs that they have or certain ‘red flags’ they might have but you stick around anyways because you feel you can change them and not be alone in the process.
We are still complete: The Rule 7 (You don’t break in a breakup) also mentions that the soul is indestructible as per scriptures and nothing can harm the imperishable soul. So even if someone we love breaks up with us, we feel a void inside that seems to consume us. In these moments Jay asks us to remind ourselves that it’s our relationship that’s crumbling and not us. It’s the expectations and plans that you had with your partner that are breaking and not our sense of self. A lot of us really need to realize this and hold onto ourselves because that’s all that matters.
The Pyramid of Purpose: This is a concept from Rule 5 that mentions the 5 layers that form the pyramid of purpose and how we should value these layers in our life to make something out of our true calling. It starts with the value to ‘learn’ which means that we need to devote time to learn as much as we can in the area of what makes you tick (your purpose). Step two is to ‘experiment’ what you’ve learnt and try it out on yourself to know if you can swallow your own medicine or it needs more work. Once you feel that yes, it’s time, go for it and ‘thrive’ to perform your purpose, be consistent and steady about what you do. ‘Struggle’ is a part of every story and the next layer is about that itself. Face the challenges that come your way and keep hustling. Finally, whatever ‘win’ comes your way, give yourself a pat on the back and celebrate it no matter how big or small it is.
Dreams don’t have to be big; they only have to be yours: This is another concept from Rule 5 (Purpose comes first) that really spoke to me. In a relationship its often seen that one partner sacrifices their dream to let the other partner thrive. This might be because of family, health issues, financial issues, etc. It’s always cool to be an amazing support for your loved ones but don’t forget your calling in the process. Use your gifts and make a name of your own, it can be something small but it should be yours. Many a times we hold ourselves back thinking it’s too late or we will never be able to make time, etc. Remember this, nothing sucks more than regret and if you really want something you will make time otherwise you will make excuses. If your partner really cares about you, their support will always be there. So, take the que and go for it!
Grief and Love: The Rule 7 (You don’t break in a relationship) also quotes “If we’re not open to losing, we’re not open to loving” by Tara Brach. We cannot forever protect ourselves from heartbreak or grief. We will need to experience it, learn from it, heal ourselves and dive back into life. Every bad experience has a learning lesson we can build upon. At times these are mirrors giving you a reality check on what you need to build on or improve going forward in life so that the grief can lead you to a love you are destined to find.
We are defined by what we accept: Finally, my favorite takeaway from this book comes from a concept called Redefine your value in Rule 7 that highlights just how important it is that we know our worth. We need to place ourselves exactly where we belong in order to be valued correctly. There’s a story found in this part of the book where a child is asked by his father to take a shiny red stone and find its worth from different people. So, the child takes it to a baker, an antique dealer and a jeweller each of whom give him a different price quote. We are like the child and our qualities are like the shiny red stone. Different people will value our qualities differently. Part of a breakup makes the person who valued us like their whole world treat us like a worthless stone. But we have to remember that we are devalued by only them. This is why we have to know our own worth and find someone who values us for who we truly are.

To conclude, I read an interesting zen story in the book about the crocodile and monkey who wanted to cross the river. The monkey wanted a banana which was on the other side of the river. The crocodile sees the desire of the monkey for the banana and offers to carry him across. The monkey readily jumps on the crocodile’s back and they begin the journey. In the middle of the river the crocodile snaps and tells the monkey that he was tricked and now he will eat him. At this moment the monkey smartens up and tells the crocodile that he has left his heart on the other river bank and that’s the most delicious part of him. So, if he wants, he can fetch it for the crocodile so that he can eat him completely. The greedy crocodile takes the bait and carries the monkey to the other bank. The monkey jumps off and flees for his life. The moral of the story is when dealing with crocodiles, leave your heart at home and be careful who you choose to be vulnerable with.

With that I come to the end of this short book review and my 8 takeaways from 8 rules of love. There are so many more pearls of wisdom shared by Jay in each of the chapters that are thought provoking and explained beautifully in detail. If you’re someone like me who likes to hop on the Zen side of life and love, this is a must read. Happy reading!

What was I in my past life?

Folklores are myths and stories that are passed down from generation to generation verbally. These short stories give us a peek into the past, to understand what stories and tales walked the lands before our birth.

It gives us a sense of connection to our ancestors and roots. Each folklore is based on the country or location. Sometimes certain mythical creatures even coincide or co-exist in different folktales. Which makes me wonder if we are reincarnations of our ancestors. Just people reborn over the years, living a life again to fulfil their destiny.

However this is just a thought and I do not have any solid proof, it would probably be a good theory to explain deja vu if it were true. Some cultures around the world believe in reincarnation.
Which makes me wonder what must I have been in my past life and do I have any unfulfilled destiny.

According to many folklore, you can be a reincarnation of a person or an animal as well. As a person, I like mysteries, nature and wisdom. So I guess I’d be something like a tricky fox.

I did a little digging about mythical foxes and I came across an interesting mythical legend called a Kitsune which is found in Japanese folktales. Kitsune translates to fox in Japanese. These creatures are said to have a connection with the human world and are often portrayed as female spirits. The number of tails a kitsune has symbolized its power, with one, five, seven, and nine tails being the most common numbers in folklore.

For example, kyūbi no kitsune or “nine-tailed foxes”, are said to have the ability to see and hear anything happening anywhere in the world. After reaching 1,000 years of age and gaining its ninth tail, a kitsune turns white or golden and becomes a tenko, the most powerful form of the kitsune, and then ascends to the heavens.

In Korean folklore, the kumiho is a nine-tailed fox that can transform into a beautiful woman to seduce men and eat their liver or heart. The kumiho is similar to the Chinese huli jing and the Japanese kitsune.

These fox spirits are considered as protectors of Inari, the god of harvests and fertility. They can bewitch people, trick humans and affect the weather. People believe that if it rains on a sunny day it symbolises that a fox is getting married.

Meeting a Kitsune someday would be pretty cool I feel.

I believe that these are pretty interesting topics to read about and nature holds countless such magical mythical creatures that are best left on their own. The best we can do to live in harmony with them is to protect our Mother Nature and pray to her to keep us protected because deep down we all have the same roots. And you never know what mythical story your past life holds.

What is your favourite mythical creature? Tell me in the comments.

24 things to do in 2024

Wishing everyone reading this a sparkly & enchanting 2024! There are a few small steps that I’d like to take this year that will help me a better version of myself.

Write a 5 min journal everyday.
Workout on everyday basis.
Eat more spinach, eggs & oranges.
Learn a new recipe every month and prepare it.
Spend atleast 1 hour with family.
Call my friends or meet up with them atleast once in 2 months.
Travel to a new place every month.
Write a blog on the 13th of every month.
Give my pets a bath once every month.
Learn a new song on the ukulele and violin every alternate month.
Finish reading my bucket list books.
Listen to more songs by Taylor Swift, Sebastian Yatra and Renee Dominique.
Deep clean my room once in 2 months.
Invest in skin-care and body-care routine.
Fix my old phone.
Buy a yoga mat.
Decorate my living room with a painting.
Buy a cute belt for Pablo.
Keep healthy boundaries with friends & acquaintances.
Stay close to the real ones & show them that I care.
Make smart investments & save money.
Fix my bike’s tail lights.
Stick to minimalistic & colour oriented outfits.
Maintain a memory jar till the next birthday.

And these are the 24 things I will prioritize this year. Wish me luck.

What do people not know about me?

Daily writing prompt

What’s something most people don’t know about you?

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Well, I am a secretive and mysterious character sometimes. But my Ambivert behaviour gives me away. Depending on the situation- I sometimes go full mute in a crowd or go full blast no matter who’s listening. But the one thing that most people don’t know about me is that I secretly wish to one day escape everything and go to a mountain cottage which has adorable dogs. And I want to sit at the edge of the mountain which has a nice view (with a cup of tea) and soak everything in while talking to a group of dogs surrounding me.

That is the therapy I need and I feel most people would never figure that out.

Does the Universe conspire ?

I love to ponder about life quotes and advice, especially the wise sayings.

Many a times when I feel lost or loose judgement in a tough crazy life crisis, I turn to these quotes and advice that I must’ve mysteriously come across (funny thing how social media always knows what I need to hear).

Recently when I came across this choice of going with the hustle or going with the flow, I happened to turn to this famous quote which I had heard from On Shanti Om movie “Agar kisi cheez ko puri shidat se chaho toh poori kaynat tumhe usse milane ki koshish mein lag jaati hai.” (if you passionately work towards something with all your heart, then the universe will conspire to bring it to you).

Truly, who knew that if you passionately wanted to wipe off anything that goes against your belief, you could start a war in the 21st century. Or if you passionately love peace you could end up bringing independence to a country of a million people. Okay, so how does the universe come into play here?

After a lot of thinking and overthinking I came to a theory. I feel that when a person invests their time into already pretending to be the person they want to be (fake it till you make it), they create this aura or vibe around them which attracts similar things or people or opportunities that help them grow. For e.g. when a content creator starts off with reels about styling tips, there are high chances they can end up being a model or a professional stylist for a celebrity.

Another very important theory, there is never a straight forward way to brew success. Just because someone went from A to B to reach C doesn’t mean the same formula will work for you. If you’re doing things differently to get to your goal, its not wrong (as long as you are not harming anyone).

And lastly never get comfortable while waiting. Sometimes we get comfortable with the waiting, we say enjoy the moment, all things in good time, etc. And when things take a little longer than expected, we give up and seek out a new dream to distract ourselves from our failure.
Does that really mean that we give up on our dream? Shouldn’t we try in every way to find a path towards our goal.

Dreams are like our first love. We might face rejection, try to get over it, find something different, but it will never be something that we will be at peace avoiding. So even if its difficult, don’t settle till you’re done. Keep trying and watch as the Universe conspires your path. All you have to do is find it and take the first step.

What’s in my coffee cup!

As a content writer I love to share my personal experiences that someone out there might find useful or relate to. My reading preferences are moody and last week while working on a project I came across a unique concept in the world of #coffee.

This week while browsing across latest trends and developments in the coffee industry I came across an interesting topic called Coffee processing. At first I found it too heavy of a subject to read but then as I dwelled into it piece by piece, this is what I found out and maybe is an interesting concept that’ll stick with me for a while.

Coffee processing is a long process which involves certain sub-processes. There are 3 major coffee processing methods known in the world, namely, dry processing, wet processing and semi-wet processing.

Dry processing: This is more of the traditional/ natural style of processing raw coffee beans. In dry processing, the coffee fruits are cleaned and floaters are separated immediately after harvesting, and the entire coffee fruits are dried in the sun on platforms and/or on the floor without prior removal of the pulp. Once the seeds are dried they are processed further.

2. Wet Processing: In wet processing the ripe coffee fruits go through a flotation process to clean debris and remove floaters (low-density fruits). The coffee fruit is then pulped, put through a 24- to 48-hour underwater tank fermentation process, and dried until the moisture content reaches 10%–12%. There are several methods of fermentation under the wet-processing method such as anaerobic, carbonic, yeast, nitro, etc.

3. Semi Dry processing: This process is a combination of both methods, in which the coffee fruits are de-pulped but the fermentation process occurs directly under the sun on a platform. At times the fermentation can be in closed tanks as well. This process can also involve honey fermentation as the coffee cherries are processed further.

In conclusion, coffee processing has developed and evolved over the times. Some practices are age-old while others are old practices with a fresh tweak. At the end of the day, all processing methods help deliver the perfect coffee grounds to your cup for the perfect brew. Cheers!

A letter to my 18 year old self

Dear Me,

I know you are a hardworking and wise person. Always wanting to perfect everything you do and anything that you cannot perfect frustrates you. You’re over-empathetic and always want to be kind and concerned about others. Never want to hurt anyone’s feelings so you bottle up and walk-away.
But if you walk this path you are going to hurt yourself and create a bunch of regrets for yourself too. Being nice all the time only brings good but mountains of regrets and missed opportunities. I’m not asking you to go full-tornado on everyone you meet but rather be careful on whom you choose and what you choose to trust in life.

So here’s what I have to say that I can assure will help you get off this load of being responsible for everyone else.

First of all “focus on yourself”. Be selfish and be greedy for your dreams. And when I say this I do not ask you to starve yourself just to stay up extra late and complete an assignment or try to put on a one-person show just to save the day.

Instead, what I’m asking you is to set your long term goals. Know where you are headed, especially alone. I know your friends and family are surrounding you right now but build your own empire that doesn’t include anyone except you. It is okay to go after what you want as long as you’re not hurting someone and it is absolutely okay to fight for the things you are passionate about.

Play your violin, be immersed in it, dedicate yourself to it , because at the end of the road that is one thing that you will deeply regret not doing because of the fear of others.
Your studies, your job, your workout and everything is going to make you look good but your hobby is what is going to mould you. Leaving the art of playing the “Queen of Musical Instruments” is going to hit you bad. Playing the violin is a gift and you need to nurture it. Just take the load off your mind; that you have to learn it to play at church or to impress anyone. Play for the love of it and for the love of it alone. To hell with every other reason.

I know you will think that you are demanding too much from life. This life is like a delicious cake and it’s entirely yours. And it’s absolutely fine if you want to customise it, mould it, remould it and keep it all to yourself. Do not feel like you deserve less. Ever. You deserve the best in the world at every step of the way and it is your right, your duty to make sure that you get it. You have to be your own saviour darling. The only person who can save you. Is you.
And the only person who you can entirely trust to make your dreams come true is you. So use your gifts, be selfish, be wise, be kind and most importantly be smart to make the right decisions.

You will make it big one day.

Yours always and forever

Your future self

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Chai & Books

A midweek afternoon dream: the company of my two best friends, Chai and Books

Curling up with a good book and a steaming cup of tea has a timeless magic to it. Throughout history, this combination has provided comfort and inspiration to countless readers. It creates a serene environment that allows the mind to wander and the soul to find solace. In this brief blog, I’d like to celebrate the enchanting relationship between tea and books, two of my lifelines.

Whether it’s the comfortable aroma of a classic black tea or the earthy notes of a superb mixture, the aroma of freshly brewed tea may take me to distant places or distant memories, setting the stage for an immersive reading voyage. On the other hand, books have the power to take me on adventures, challenge my thinking, or provide a comforting escape from the demands of everyday life. Likewise, a cup of tea can offer a moment of calm in a hectic world, which I dreadfully crave. For a Chai lover like me, the ritual of preparing tea can be as therapeutic as the act of reading itself. The gentle rhythm of boiling water, steeping leaves, and pouring that first cup creates a soothing, mindful break from the rush of the day. Ah! What a bliss!

The countless combination options are one of the most enjoyable parts for a tea with books date. The same way that there is a book for every mood, there is a tea for it. A powerful chai can provide depth to a dense novel on a cold day, while a crisp and refreshing green tea may be your go-to for a breezy summer read. The possible pairings are endless.

Tea has often been known to act as a muse for writers and creative souls. Many renowned authors, including Agatha Christie and George Orwell, have expressed their love for tea and its crucial role in their creative process. The caffeine and antioxidants present in tea can stimulate the mind, aiding writers in finding inspiration or focus during extended writing sessions. So, whether you are an avid reader or a writer, tea can be a reliable companion in your creative endeavors.

Tea and books, both beloved in their own right, go together in a way that enhances reading to a whole new level. They provide a haven where anxieties about the outside world vanish and creativity is allowed to run wild. Therefore, the next time you open a book, think of making a cup of your preferred tea to go along with you on your literary adventure. Simple pleasures like these can truly change everything.

Which book should I pick as my next teatime read? Let me know in the comments.