Ah, a cup of tea is indeed a quiet meditation, a pause between breaths. When you steep the leaves slowly, letting each note unfurl, you give yourself time to notice the world around you, even the smallest scent that lingers. Many rush, stirring like a kettle in a hurry, and miss that hush. If you let the tea sit, you can listen to the steam whispering. It's a small ritual that reminds us to breathe, to be present, to honor the slow rhythm of life. And remember, the water that steeps the leaves also steeps the soul, if you allow it to linger.