Tea is nought but this: first you heat the water, then you make the tea. Then you drink it properly. That is all you need to know.
Interpretation
Making tea symbolizes the simplicity and mindfulness of everyday actions.
This quote emphasizes the importance of simplicity and mindfulness in daily rituals, suggesting that the essential elements of making tea can serve as a metaphor for approaching life with focus and intention. By highlighting the straightforward tasks—heating water, making tea, and drinking it properly—Sen No Rikyu encourages us to appreciate the present moment and find fulfillment in the simple acts we often take for granted.
In practice
A mindfulness workshop highlighting the importance of simple daily rituals.
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