Posted by Amanda May on Feb 15th 2026
There is a version of you who has survived more than anyone realizes.
You endured. You adapted. You rationalized. You stayed long after it was safe. You believed in potential. You held things together. You absorbed chaos, even when it threatened to unravel you. You tried to be loyal enough, capable enough, patient enough. You learned to endure until endurance became your identity.
And one day… you simply can’t anymore.
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Posted by Amanda May on Jan 29th 2026
My husband and I were finishing up the last bit of our grocery shopping as we made our way down the aisle of bottled water and assorted beverages. My mind was focused on getting home and finalizing some writing I was working on, as well as designing new tea-infused pendants. Out of the corner of my right eye, I noticed a couple hovering around the varieties of Coca-Cola products. Suddenly, the young man turned, acknowledged me and smiled. I was i… Read more
Posted by Amanda May on Jan 15th 2026
(A Reflection on Presence, Energy, and Quiet Power)
As an empath, I feel a deep ache in my heart for what is happening in the world—often accompanied by a sense of powerlessness and confusion. At the same time, I struggle with the urge not to ignore these events, because they are significant. We are witnessing history in the making, and it should unsettle us.
I worry for humanity as a whole and for the ripple effects these events have on ou… Read more
Posted by Amanda May on Dec 31st 2025
The delicate aroma of freshly plucked white tea leaves surrounded me, their soft, curled edges whispering stories of ancient traditions and mystical energies. It was a crisp winter morning when I sat at my cluttered desk, inspiration dancing like steam rising from a fragrant cup of White Peony tea. At this time last year, I set out to have a 'dream big' year. My goal was to create a tarot deck inspired by various types of tea from the Camellia si… Read more