Tea Oracle and Adventure Guidebook

The Tea Oracle is a support for bringing elemental connection, rest, contemplation, and many of the other themes that I explore through Via Tiempo into daily life. Made by me, Michael Busby, Via Tiempo’s very own tea peddler, this two-year project is an encapsulation of my deep exploration of tea as an ally for exploring ritual and living a nourishing contemplative life. It features Taoist thought, other elemental wisdom traditions, and inoperative philosophies of the west—all in the language and imagery of tea culture, and various animals and magical beings enlivening that realm.

Spontaneous Testimonial:

Dear Michael,

I just received my Oracle deck today and it exceeded my expectations. I am so excited to get another deck as a gift for [Tea Friend].  Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into making this beautiful deck of cards. The artwork is magical and makes me happy to take it in.

In gratitude,

[Happy Customer]

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