by Marci Zieff
Enjoy a mindful moment with a warm cup of tea, coffee or seasonally appropriate pumpkin latte
I have to admit, I love my first cup of coffee in the morning. It’s ready when I wake up, and the aroma reaches all the way to my bedroom upstairs.
Half-awake, I groggily make my way to the kitchen, pick out my favorite mug, put in a little oat milk and slowly pour in the hot coffee, always watching until it’s the perfect caramel color.
I love to savor the moment while sitting in our comfy blue velvet club chair in the kitchen, wrapping my hands around the mug noticing the warmth, slowly bringing the cup closer, smelling the earthy scent before drinking it. The flavor is nutty and smooth, and I savor each sip’s taste, temperature and textures. The simple delight and comfort of this moment with my favorite morning beverage.
I feel so grateful for this – a quiet meditation moment with the simple pleasure of a warm drink each morning.
As the cooler days of Fall approach, I highly recommend you give it a try! Here are my simple steps to creating a meaningful, calming, and mindful moment with a hot beverage of your choice.
- Decide on your hot drink and mug.
- Slowly and mindfully make your drink. If you notice your mind wandering, gently bring it back to what you are doing and how you are doing it.
- Once the beverage is ready, find a comfy spot to sip. Feel your body against the chair and your feet on the floor.
- Use all your senses. Wrap your hands around the mug. Notice the feel of the cup, the warmth radiating into your hands. Take time to appreciate the smell, taste, sound while you drink.
- Slowly savor the moment, breathe, drink and enjoy!