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Aether: A Tea Ceremony
In stillness, the leaf speaks.
Guided by Byron Henry, Founder of Inner Steep
$55
Overview
Your experience includes:
Intimate tea ceremony
Honor Collective Signature Crystal
Personalized Note
You'll be seated comfortably at a low table in a quiet, candlelit, mindful gathering space that evokes calm and grounding. Dress in serene, sensory attire that allows you to sit comfortably for the duration of the ceremony.
The Ceremony
The leaf is a subtle yet bold teacher, connecting you to yourself, nature, and the fragile beauty of life. When given space, it cultivates stillness, presence, and inner clarity. Tea is more than a drink - it is a practice that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. Each cup creates space for connection with yourself and the world around you, turning the ordinary into an intentional ritual.
Experience
The ceremony begins with a brief meditation. Then, over 40 unrushed minutes, we will sip 3-5 bowls of hot tea, creating space for reflection and sharing. The tea is harvested from the lush, rolling hills of Japan, where cool mornings and gentle rainfall nurture the leaves. Each cup carries the quiet beauty of its serene, natural setting.
Presence
Arrive. Pause. Breathe.
We start with a short meditation to settle the body and mind. Each sip of tea invites attention and curiosity, unfolding presence as the ritual progresses. With every bowl, the tea acts as a mirror, reflecting your inner state.
Stillness
Silence shapes the experience.
The tea guides you to notice its aroma, warmth, and the subtle stirrings of thought. The ceremony is done in silence, allowing natural reflection and deepening awareness.
Connection
Tea shared with community opens the heart.
Through Cha Dao, the Way of Tea, the leaf becomes a bridge linking you to the earth, ancient wisdom, and the people around you. Each round fosters gratitude, belonging, and a quiet sense of communion.
The Honor Collective Crystal & Personalized Note
The chosen crystal serves as a reminder of the calm and balance cultivated during the ceremony, offering ongoing support and energy after the experience. The crystal is placed in a small, portable bag so you can carry it with you long after the ceremony concludes.
Benefits of Tea
Physical
Boosts immunity and heart health
Reduces inflammation and blood pressure
Improves hydration and alertness
Packed with antioxidants
Emotional
Reduces anxiety and stress
Cultivates mindfulness
Encourages reflection and clarity
Strengthens a sense of connection
Ritual
Deepens awareness
Creates space for introspection
Elevates daily life into intentional ritual
Connects you to nature, community, and self
About Byron Henry
Byron Henry, Founder of Inner Steep, discovered the transformative power of tea in the Himalayas in 1999. Over 20 years, he has explored Cha Dao, the Way of Tea, learning how presence, stillness, and ritual cultivate clarity and balance. A practicing Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Byron integrates tea, vibrational sound, and mindful ritual into modern life, helping others access tea as a teacher and a path to inner alignment.
Aether: A Tea Ceremony
In stillness, the leaf speaks.
Guided by Byron Henry, Founder of Inner Steep
$55
Overview
Your experience includes:
Intimate tea ceremony
Honor Collective Signature Crystal
Personalized Note
You'll be seated comfortably at a low table in a quiet, candlelit, mindful gathering space that evokes calm and grounding. Dress in serene, sensory attire that allows you to sit comfortably for the duration of the ceremony.
The Ceremony
The leaf is a subtle yet bold teacher, connecting you to yourself, nature, and the fragile beauty of life. When given space, it cultivates stillness, presence, and inner clarity. Tea is more than a drink - it is a practice that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. Each cup creates space for connection with yourself and the world around you, turning the ordinary into an intentional ritual.
Experience
The ceremony begins with a brief meditation. Then, over 40 unrushed minutes, we will sip 3-5 bowls of hot tea, creating space for reflection and sharing. The tea is harvested from the lush, rolling hills of Japan, where cool mornings and gentle rainfall nurture the leaves. Each cup carries the quiet beauty of its serene, natural setting.
Presence
Arrive. Pause. Breathe.
We start with a short meditation to settle the body and mind. Each sip of tea invites attention and curiosity, unfolding presence as the ritual progresses. With every bowl, the tea acts as a mirror, reflecting your inner state.
Stillness
Silence shapes the experience.
The tea guides you to notice its aroma, warmth, and the subtle stirrings of thought. The ceremony is done in silence, allowing natural reflection and deepening awareness.
Connection
Tea shared with community opens the heart.
Through Cha Dao, the Way of Tea, the leaf becomes a bridge linking you to the earth, ancient wisdom, and the people around you. Each round fosters gratitude, belonging, and a quiet sense of communion.
The Honor Collective Crystal & Personalized Note
The chosen crystal serves as a reminder of the calm and balance cultivated during the ceremony, offering ongoing support and energy after the experience. The crystal is placed in a small, portable bag so you can carry it with you long after the ceremony concludes.
Benefits of Tea
Physical
Boosts immunity and heart health
Reduces inflammation and blood pressure
Improves hydration and alertness
Packed with antioxidants
Emotional
Reduces anxiety and stress
Cultivates mindfulness
Encourages reflection and clarity
Strengthens a sense of connection
Ritual
Deepens awareness
Creates space for introspection
Elevates daily life into intentional ritual
Connects you to nature, community, and self
About Byron Henry
Byron Henry, Founder of Inner Steep, discovered the transformative power of tea in the Himalayas in 1999. Over 20 years, he has explored Cha Dao, the Way of Tea, learning how presence, stillness, and ritual cultivate clarity and balance. A practicing Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Byron integrates tea, vibrational sound, and mindful ritual into modern life, helping others access tea as a teacher and a path to inner alignment.