WELLNESS FOR KIDS At OBTC we encourage the love of tea and all things wellness from a young age so that our little ones can build the foundation of a healthy lifestyle early on. However, wellness with kids can be tricky! While we want the kids in our lives to have a passion for health, they generally have other motivations. I reached out to seven-year-old Penelope, our herbalist's daughter, to find out what wellness boosters she loves and why. This is what she said… Loose Leaf Tea First of all, Penelope wanted to make it clear that she likes sweet tea best. Her favorites are Horchata Rooibos, Peppermint with Lemongrass, and Berry with South Indian Black tea. Horchata is...
5 TIPS TO CREATING AN ENERGIZED AFTERNOON: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS As we approach the weekend, the latter half of the day can leave us feeling more fatigued than fulfilled. Especially with stay-at-home orders still in effect in some states, we often find ourselves wondering how to glide into the evening feeling like we killed it at work... like we earned a fancy cocktail and a belly laugh... like we can peacefully put our work-minds on the bench and tag in our playfulness. Here are a few strategies to getting shit done and feeling great about your day. 1. Hydrate Chug a glass of water, make a pitcher of tea, and get ready to tackle your objectives energetically! Hydrating will...
DIY Mother's Day Gifts HONEY MATCHA FACE MASK Combine the following: 3 PARTS RAW & UNFILTERED HONEY 2 PARTS COCONUT OIL 1 PART MATCHA A GENEROUS AMOUNT OF LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL This combination leaves your skin feeling clean and hydrated. Honey nourishes the skin with vitamins and minerals, and helps to regenerate skin cells. It is great for aging skin, but is also antibacterial and can help combat acne. Antioxidant rich Matcha helps to keep the skin looking youthful, even-toned, and glow-y. Coconut oil promotes elasticity and collagen production as it is rich in vitamins, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Lavender Essential Oil is soothing for a variety of skin conditions but also promotes relaxation, making it a lovely part of a home spa session. OLIVE OIL &...
MAY 2020 May 2020 - a month that seems to be lasting a decade! These times are unlike anything that I have EVER experienced or imagined - what about you? Have you lived through a pandemic before? I would guess your answer to be no - not until this year - but I am hoping you are flourishing and making the most of these difficult times. After over a month of quarantine, I know that I am eager to return to a little bit of normalcy - I am sure that you are too! Read below and learn about our tea, spice, and essential oil of the month. I'm hoping it might help to add a smile to your face! Tea of the Month: Lavender Sage Lemonade & Ginger...
HAPPY EARTH DAY! THIS YEAR'S THEME IS: CLIMATE STABILITY WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?A lot actually! You can use energy wisely by doing all of the following: unplugging electronics when you aren't using them installing a programmable thermostat using energy efficient light bulbs implementing strategies to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer with out heat or air conditioning. This can include strategies like opening windows in the early morning to let cool air in and closing window coverings during the day to block out sun and lower the indoor temperature. You can also reduce your impact by using cold water for laundry and either hang-drying clothes or using wool dryer balls to reduce drying time. WOOL DRYER BALLS We recommend...
