you’re invited to
START YOUR OWN TEA PRACTICE
Move from disconnected &
don’t-feel-like-yourself-anymore energy…
…to DROPPED IN & DEVOTED
to the center of your power in 22 days
You were always meant to be a woman who fully belongs to herself.
Clear. STeady. self-trusting.
It’s time to find her, and let her lead your life.
Tea Ceremony is the practice
that gets you there.
💫 Trust yourself to actually show up for yourself DAILY…
…And watch you whole life re-organize for the better before your very eyes
💫 Make daily, agenda-free, ritual time for yourself without distraction or pressure to improve or get it right
💫 Get grounded & get rid of the anxiety, fear & overwhelm that is ruling your life.
💫 Learn to prioritize yourself no matter what–no more guilt or shame for choosing YOU
Start Your Own Tea Practice
was made for you so you can go from the nonstop apologizing and optimizing who you are…
…to actually knowing who you REALLY are and what you REALLY want and having the courage & support you need to ACTUALLY go for it
Start Your Own Tea Practice is a 90-day immersion of Earth-based ritual and intimate community for women who want to hear their own voice beneath the noise, feel at home in their own company and build a relationship with the Earth that will hold them through this chapter and the ones still to come.
BECOME THE WOMAN WHO FULLY BELONGS TO HERSELF
Tea ritual is how you become the woman who:
Hears her own voice before anyone else’s
Has already tended to herself and her own needs before the world begins asking things of her
Processes her grief and uncertainty without turning them into problems to fix
Feels connected to the wisdom of the Earth instead of being bombarded by the frantic culture around her
Stays true to what is real and lets go of everything else
Join 400+ people who have walked before you
and transformed their lives through the
magic of Tea, Nature & community
“Tea has changed my life so much. I can even say my life could be broken into ‘before tea’ and ‘after tea’ segments! During SYOTP I could so clearly feel my sense of power & self start to drop and root deeper into my body–just by showing up and sitting with tea. I didn’t just get to know this plant, but I got to know myself. It’s helped me feel so much more secure in my body, life and my relationships with others.”
— Olivia, USA“SYOTP was an incredible period of integration for me after 3 years of intense inner work. Mariana's honor for this practice is deeply felt, and her LOVE for Tea ripples through this course in a way that you feel in your bones! My tea practice is something I've continued regularly to know that feeling of enoughness and connection. I see every aspect of my life through new eyes. If you're feeling the call, take the leap!”
— Erica, USA“I was yearning for a sense of belonging, a feeling of being grounded and loved. After starting my tea practice, my entire life changed. Three years later and I’m still drinking tea. I’m a better human, parent, sister and friend. And to be completely honest, I like myself a lot more!”
— Joan, NetherlandsIf you are longing to feel spacious and grounded, but can never find the time to put yourself first
A tea practice will support you to finally claim your me-time every time.
This is for you if you’re done with:
Rushing through life to meet everyone else’s needs. You’re ready to ditch the never ending to-do list and are slowing down once and for all so you can find a pace that works for you.
Selling your soul to the patriarchy and being “on” all the time. You are ready to prioritize an Earth-based, cyclical way of life that honors your natural rhythms.
Overriding your intuition and truth to keep others comfortable and to not disturb the peace. Hear me when I say: your voice and inner knowing are what we so desperately need in the world right now. You are wise beyond all measure.
Being the most neglected part of your own life. Ouch. That’s a tender one for you to admit and something you know has to change once and for all–for your sanity, for your happiness & for your wellbeing. Deep down, you know that you are the most important part of your own life.
If reading any of this gave you a fully body, stress relieving exhale with angels singing hallelujah to you in the background…then yes, this is definitely for you!
But there is a practice that can help you create the time, space, and ritual you need to reconnect with yourself and find peace in your chaotic world.
A practice that won’t add another thing to your to do list, but will hold you as you navigate this return home to your heart & soul.
It’s called a Tea Practice
Life in 2026 feels like an endless game of catch-up. You’re constantly responding to others’ needs, running on fumes and wondering:
Will it ever be my turn?
You want to feel calm and grounded so you can meet life with courage and clarity, but prioritizing yourself feels impossible.
Whether it’s a high-stress job, raising the next generation as best you can, or helping heal this messed up world, everything feels more pressing and important than those precious 15 minutes of alone time that you’re so desperately in need of.
And when you try to push through, the guilt & shame creep in, whispering to you: is it actually okay to take time for myself?
Deep down, you long to reconnect with yourself. But how?
I know you think you can figure it out and finally become the woman who does and has it all
But I’m here to tell you that you can’t. You can’t do it all and you can’t do it alone.
There is no magic pill, no perfect book, no secret club that will get you off this merry-go-round…
Meet Mariana
The guide to bring Tea into your life
Hi! I’m Mariana, founder of Start Your Own Tea Practice. I am a tea ceremonialist and teacher of nature-based ways of living and seeing the world. Over the past six years I have guided 400+ women (and some men!) heal their lives through the magic of a tea practice.
My own relationship to tea started when I was a little girl growing up in Hong Kong. I always loved tea and enjoyed drinking it, but it wasn’t until I was initiated into our modern adult life that I actually needed it and started to understand the medicine of tea.
The truth is, tea SAVED my life.
I know… that’s a bold statement, but hear me out.
Like so many women, I was overwhelmed by the demands of life. I felt like I was always giving, always doing, and never stopping. I’d forgotten how to care for myself, how to slow down, and how to just be.
I was giving myself away to things that weren’t giving back–I was running a startup that paid me well, but required all of my time and energy, I was in a relationship that provided good company, but emotionally drained me, and I had so little time for myself that I didn’t even know who I was anymore. There was nothing to fall back on, no one to hold me, and nowhere to turn.
That’s when I found Tea again as an adult…and everything changed.
Tea is how I stopped living for everyone else and started honoring myself and my needs.
Tea is how I remembered that I am enough just as I am.
Tea is how I reconnected to my soul and finally gave myself permission to rest.
There was no magic pill, no perfect book, no secret club... it was just me and the gentle ritual of sitting with Tea, again and again. I didn’t need to know how or why it worked I just needed to hear her call and show up.
And now I’m inviting you to do the same…
Tea is the medicine of our times
In a society that constantly asks us for more— Tea reminds us that we are enough.
In a world ruled by rigidity — Tea teaches us how to flow.
When life feels overwhelming — Tea gives us a quiet space to breathe.
When we can no longer meet the expectations of life — Tea reminds us that we don't have to.
She is a powerful yet gentle teacher that brings us clarity & peace in this chaotic world.
Every day when we sit for Tea, She reminds us:
Everything is OK.
We remember that we are loved, we are worthy & we are Nature.
From this place, we become excited to be ourselves and to be all that we can be.
From this place, we stop compromising our needs. We stop feeling guilty for being our true selves. We allow ourselves to slow down, feel held and rediscover the beauty of life.
And from this place, it’s easier to take on the world.
This is what we’ve forgotten and are so desperately trying to remember.
This is the part of your healing journey that has been missing.
You’ll love learning from me because I am real, raw & authentic. As my students have said, I’m not “woo woo," I’m not “bypassy” and I have tons of integrity. I’m not afraid to travel with you to the depths and I will blow open your perspective on life in the best way.
I know what’s possible for you on the other side of this journey and know how to get you there. The only agenda I have is for you to know yourself and finally live the life you came here to live. Oh, and that you fall back in love with the Earth.
Ritual isn’t an easy thing to implement into your life because at the beginning it’s uncomfortable and you need guidance, community & Nature to get you through anything that comes up. If it were easy, everyone would be free & living their best life.
You can’t do it alone. And most importantly, aren’t you SO DONE trying to do it all alone?!
Start Your Own Tea Practice is a 90-day journey to help you find the stillness and comfort you are craving, without sacrificing a meaningful and purpose-driven life.
In just 20 minutes a day, you’ll discover how to:
Slow down & live intentionally
Take time for yourself without feeling any guilt or shame about it
Recharge and process life’s transitions and difficulties
Feel more grounded, connected & in control
Find a sense of belonging through a loving connection to yourself, your community & the Earth
Are you ready to finally have a spiritual practice that you actually want to show up for and that works uniquely for you?
Are you ready to have a deep sense of self acceptance and an unshakeable sense of self worth – without abandoning yourself?
Are you ready to meet yourself in your full glory & power and get to know who you really are?
Are you ready to finally have regular, consistent, peaceful, luxurious time set aside just for you to connect with yourself?
And are you ready for all of this to feel as natural and easeful as possible? That in 90 days, it has simply become your way of life?
IMAGINE…
feeling deep love & acceptance for yourself every day
IMAGINE…
no longer feeling like something is wrong with you, but instead being deeply proud of who you are
IMAGINE…
showing up for yourself every day unconditionally, no matter what
All you have to do is start a tea practice
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All you have to do is start a tea practice 〰️
What is a Tea Practice?
Quite simply, having a daily Tea practice means sitting in meditative silence with Tea as a plant medicine. In this ritual, you drink bowls of Tea and connect deeply with the spirit of the plant, the Earth, and most importantly your own self.
A tea practice provides a space for you to be with whatever is alive in your life–from grief, to joy, to rage, to overwhelm and everything in between. It gives you a sense of belonging and freedom to be who you really are. There is no hiding, just unconditional love & acceptance.
This is the time & place for you to practice being your authentic self so you can develop self-love, self-compassion and claim your life and being as your own.
Why Tea?
Tea is a beautiful, heart-opening plant ally. She is a powerful and gentle as a teacher. In ceremonial Tea practice we drink what are known as living Teas. These are Teas cultivated from their natural environments in forests where Tea has lived in communion with humans for thousands and thousands of years.
In the course I’ll go over more about why Tea, but through your unique experience and relationship with Tea, the answer to this question will deepen with each bowl you drink.
The most important thing to know is that starting a tea practice will connect you with what is most meaningful in life: yourself, your community, and nature.
When you build a daily practice with Tea, you access ancient, magical wisdom and experience a deep relationship of love.
Your tea practice becomes the place where you feel seen, heard and loved through the joys and grief of life.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Class 1: Foundational Principles and Learning the Ritual
You will learn an earth-based tea ritual to practice every day. You will be deeply held and supported by me with daily practices to follow along with so you can truly learn from your heart, rather than your mind. Get ready to let go of perfectionism and surrender into a nourished and relaxed way of being.
Become the woman who practices ritual without worrying about doing it perfectly.
While continuing to practice tea daily, you will learn about what it means to be a Human connected to the Natural world. We will explore our humanity and sacred task here on Earth in order to root our lives & existence into something meaningful that gives us hope for a better future.
Become the woman who knows she is a part of the living world rather than an isolated person doing it all alone.
Class 2: Tea as Nature
In our third week together, you’ll start reflecting on your life and your values and how the two can be better aligned and support each other. We’ll explore how you want to show up in the world as your true and authentic self and how to live a life deeply connected to your heart & soul. The whole time, your tea practice will be supporting you and holding you during any tender moments.
Become the woman who knows herself and exactly what she values and desires…and lives it.
Class 3: Tea as Human
To complete our journey back to the heart, you will learn more about the linear aspects of tea–where she’s from, how she’s processed and what makes her so special. We’ll talk about the mechanics of how & why this ritual works so well! You’ll learn how to keep deepening with tea and maintain the consistency of your practice so that you’re always supported in life.
Become the woman who keeps going through all life throws at her, fully supported by the co-creative web of life.
Class 4: Completing the Circle
ONGOING SUPPORT
For 2 months after the intensive, we will continue meeting regularly to sit in ritual together. The community & practice will keep you accountable and give you a place to be witnessed, cultivate sisterhood and receive feedback.
“I feel so held by this ritual, it’s going to be a part of my life forever.”
–SYOTP Grad
Here’s exactly what you
get when you sign up for
Start Your Own Tea Practice
In depth teaching of a simple tea practice you can do every day. This practice is rooted in Earth-based ways of living and spirituality. It is also rooted in the Universal Laws of Nature, meaning it’s accessible to people of all cultures and walks of life.
33+ virtual tea sits led by Mariana. You won’t be in your practice alone– you’ll regularly practice with community and be guided through the ritual in real time so that you learn with your body, not by scrolling through notes. Each virtual tea sit will also have a mini-lesson or contemplation for the day.
4 classes with Mariana to discuss the different ways Tea will transform your life–through connection to self, to purpose, to community & to Nature.
A handmade tea bowl and special tea shipped directly to you so you have everything you need to start your tea practice + a shopping guide with discounts from our favorite makers at the end of the program
One Easy
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$1997
Plus save $250 by signing up by Sunday, September 28th!
YOUR INVESTMENT
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Payments of
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You want to feel more connected to your heart & soul and live a meaningful life that you can be proud of
You’re desperate for time that’s just for you, but don’t know how to prioritize yourself amidst the chaos of modern life. You want to know yourself better and love yourself more.
You’re longing for a connection to Nature, but aren’t sure where to start. You know that being more connected to the Earth would help you be more grounded.
You desire a meditative practice that isn’t so rigid, but rather flows with your feminine nature and invites you into relationship with life
You’re dealing with grief, overwhelm, a loss, transition and you don’t know how to be quiet or still through the uncertainty
You yearn to be more present to life and your loved ones, but you can’t shake the feeling that life is just flying by unnoticed
Plain and simple: you want to feel more supported in life
This is for you if…
You want to learn linear, factual information about Tea and are looking for a knowledge based experience, rather than an intuitive experience
You are unwilling to carve out 30 minutes to connect with yourself
You aren’t open to learning from the Earth or a non-human being like Tea
You are not looking to become a better, more aligned and authentic person and/or do not want to connect with your soul
This is NOT for you if…
“Just a month later I feel so wildly contained and anchored. I am truly seeing myself for the first time. I ultimately feel that I can trust myself and that my longings are valid and worthy.”
Victoria, USA
“SYOTP opened a doorway for me to slow down, soften and remember. The reverence in which Mariana holds this container and her connection with Tea is deep medicine for us all as we reconnect to our own hearts, ceremony and Mother Earth. For me, this was a journey home to my Soul.”
Kylie, Canada
“I am blown away by how Tea has changed my life and I feel like I've barely scratched the surface. I've had many different spiritual rituals and practices, but tea has simply elevated everything else. It was amazing to learn how to share the magic of tea with others, and the container was so sacred and special. It is so great that this lasts for a lifetime - far beyond the course! Mariana brings a calming, grounding energy to the practice and really made me feel like I couldn't mess it up - no matter what.”
Kelly, USA
Course Schedule
Class One: November 1, 2026 at 9am MT
Class Two: November 7, 2026 at 11am MT
Class Three: November 14, 2026 at 11am MT
Class Four: November 21, 2026 at 9am MTThe Classes
Virtual Tea Sits during the first week will take place at 8am MT Monday - Saturday
After that, tea sits will be scheduled morning & night at different times to accommodate schedules & time zones. Try to come to as many live as you can!
New Moon tea sits will take place on:
6pm MT on December 9, 2026
9am MT on January 7, 2027
Full Moon tea sits will take place on:
9am MT on December 23, 2026
8am MT on January 22nd, 2027The Virtual Tea Sits
After 90 days you’ll walk away from this course with a renewed sense of self & purpose in the world, no longer dreading everything that’s asked of you.
You will have deep acceptance of yourself & show up to your life with more joy, care & compassion, no longer drowning in the guilt & shame of everyone else’s expectations.
You will be your own priority and finally be able to move forward in your life supported by your tea practice and the Earth…no more analysis paralysis to figure out your next step! You’'ll just know AND trust it.
This isn’t just a course it’s a return to YOU
Join a community of like-minded people who have made Tea their daily ritual and discovered the stillness and connection they were craving.
We get messages like this all the time:
For the first time, I can hear my own inner voice clearly.
I feel like I have a place and a sense of belonging that I’ve never had before.
It completely transformed my life. I am finally able to put love into myself in ways that I’ve never done before.
It’s been a year and I can’t believe I’m still drinking tea every day! I can’t imagine my life without this practice.
If your soul has been begging you to slow down & listen…
All you have to do is say YES
Your Questions, Answered
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All you really need is an open heart…
Well, you’ll also need some tea and a a tea bowl, which I will send directly to you when you sign up–all from my favorite farmers and potters.
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Yes! You will have access to replays within 24 hours of each class and tea sit. You’ll also have access to the course materials for one year after we end.
No one can ever join everything live, and some of the people with the deepest experiences aren’t able to join anything live. That’s OK. Don’t let it stop you!
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Yes! Start Your Own Tea Practice is is an amazing way to come back to beginner's mind and deepen your already existing tea practice. It’s also a great way to learn about tea from an Earth-based perspective.
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There are no refunds once you register for this course.
IT’S TIME to take your life back
You can’t afford another day spent lost in the chaos, waiting for someday to finally focus on you.
Instead, decide that today is the day.
Claim it and Start Your Own Tea Practice.
Magic awaits you.
