you’re invited to
START YOUR OWN TEA PRACTICE
are you ready to finally meet yourself?
If you’re someone who knows you’re made for more, who is longing to break free from everything that is not authentically you, who is ready to find your voice & live life on your terms without any shame or guilt bringing you down…
…then consider this your sign.
Start Your Own Tea Practice
was made for you.
A 30-day program for people finally ready to prioritize themselves, cultivate presence, and embrace a life of intention and meaning—all through the simplicity and beauty of daily tea ritual.
Join 350+ 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…
Start Your Own Tea Practice is a 30-day self-care course to help you find the stillness and comfort your are craving, all while living a meaningful and purpose-driven life.
In just 15 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 30 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
Week 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.
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.
Week 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.
Week 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.
Week 4: Completing the Circle
“I feel so held by this ritual, it’s going to be a part of my life forever.”
–SYOTP Grad
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 a day to connect with yourself over the next month
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 30-day 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
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.
30 days of virtual tea sits led by Mariana. You won’t be in your practice alone–every day you’ll receive a video/audio guide to walk you through your practice so that you learn the ritual 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.
Recommendations for the materials you need to start a tea practice + a shopping guide with discounts from our favorite makers at the end of the program
Plus get these bonuses for signing up for this round, starting February 8th!
BONUS #1:
2 LIVE tea practices + Q&A calls with Mariana
(on February 15th and February 22nd)
BONUS #2:
A LIVE closing circle with Mariana & the community
(on March 1st)
BONUS #3:
2 LIVE virtual tea sits a month for 3 months after the program closes
After 30 days you’ll walk away from this course with a renewed sense of self & purpose in the world.
You will have deep acceptance of yourself & show up to your life with more joy, care & compassion.
You will be your own priority and live a life of beauty that is supported by your tea practice and nourished nature.
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 350+ 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.
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 small number of supplies. When you join the course you’ll get instant access to a video where I share with you everything you’ll need for our 30 days together. Additional costs shouldn’t exceed $50.
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After enrollment you’l have access to. all the pre-course materials. We’ll begin together on February 8th and you’ll receive a new lesson or practice session every day for 30 days.
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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.
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There are no refunds once you register for this course. You’ll have access to the course forever so you can dive in whenever is right for you.
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.
