by Jessica Child
May 12, 2020
After a long day of dishes, scaring away the closet monster, more dishes, commuting, more dishes, destroying The One Ring, more dishes, stealing the Declaration of Independence, and more dishes, it's time to settle down for the night. Dirty one more dish, a teacup, and leave the stress and exhaustion behind so you can do it all again tomorrow!
After a stressful day
If the monster in your closet left some unkind words in your heart, reach for something classic but magic to destress. Skip a little cleanup with these
Foxtrot teabags that will soothe as you think it over; realize that it wasn't personal, and you're a fantastic person.
If chamomile isn't quite your- ahem- cup of tea, try some
Lavender Lemon Tea. Just as luxurious over fancy tea sandwiches as it is with a warm bubble bath, it's a great companion to mull over the day and see you're worth the pampering!
After an accomplished day
It's hard not to be buzzed after that last hike up the mountain to destroy The One Ring or finally, once and for all, taking The Iron Throne for yourself!
Have an all-out celebration over some cake or a rich chocolate bar with
Honeybush Caramel! This rich and smooth tea will always feel like a treat, especially with a hint of milk. This option is sure to make you feel like royalty!
If, for some reason, eating an entire cake before bed isn't quite for you,
Rooibos Pecan Turtle is a wonderful option to celebrate late in the evening without breaking the calorie bank! Rooibos Pecan Turtle doesn't pull punches with the party; enjoy it plain or add a little honey and cream to experience something really special.
When you're still a little spicy
Great. It's been one of those days where everything is broken, always, and it's super convenient that you're the only one available to fix it all.
If you're the type fight fire with fire,
Double Ginger tea is here for double duty! Mix it with caffeinated teas to offer you more energy throughout the day, then brew a simple cup in the evening to help you mull over and process why it's so infuriating that Tim in accounting couldn't fix the thing himself. End the cup knowing you're just that valuable to everyone.
On the other hand, there's nothing wrong with simply putting out the flames. Try an iced tea to stifle the flames and help take your mind off things. Sweet
Peach Serenity Iced Tea can be made ahead and enjoyed during the heat of the day or to help you cool down in the evening with the same ease! With these bags brewing 40 oz at a time, they'll be at the ready to handle even the most overwhelming of days. Throw in the fridge in the morning, then come home and vent as you cool off, recognizing that you're the champion of the day.
No matter what kind of day you've had, and how you like to prepare yourself for your next adventure, there's absolutely a tea for you! Once you have your favorite teas on hand, there's one thing left to do: Intentionally practice relaxing.
While it's easy to keep in mind your caffeine preferences, whether you like a fully powered cup of
Earl Grey before bed or a sweet cup of
honey and
herbal teas, it's important to remember this is the time to begin putting the day away. Empty or prepare your adventure packs for tomorrow, put your miniature pocket-computer on silent, and change into the appropriate armor set for the night.
If you've got some spare time before sleeping, or you're stuck awake, this cup of tea is a great time to enjoy some meditation, That Book You'll Get to Someday, or journaling for the adventurers following in your footsteps (or just for yourself).