Tomorrow is the big day!!! 50% off admission to the Glazer Museum during the Healthy Family Fair!

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Our 2015 Healthy Family Fair Special Session Agenda.

Our Healthy Fair will give guests a way to connect with a variety of businesses and services to improve the health of their family. With that in mind we have a day full of fun and educational special sessions for you! 

Attend one or all! And earn additional entries into our giveaways for each session attended!  

What’s In Your Cup? by Shawn Geitner-CEO Beleave Teas Inc.

Black, Green, Oolong or White?

When it comes to having a cup of tea, the possibilities are endless. A basic understanding of the types of teas available is helpful when making your choice. First of all, toss the tea bags and try a loose leaf tea instead. The flavor and health benefits far exceed anything that can be found in a bag.

When considering whether to have Black, Oolong, Green, or White tea it’s important to know that all of these teas come from the same plant (Camellia Sinsensis). What makes them different is how they are processed. Black tea leaves are fully oxidized and as a result have a dark color and robust flavor when brewed. Oolong teas are semi-oxidized and the leaves are larger. They are typically rolled or twisted which allow them to be steeped multiple times . The flavors change subtly with each steeping. Green tea is unoxidized and the leaves are usually steamed or panfired depending on their origin. Although all teas have a myriad of health benefits, the most scientific evidence is available for Green teas. They are proven cancer preventers and cancer fighters among countless other benefits.

White teas are the least processed of all teas and have a very light, delicate flavor. White teas used to only come from China, but now other countries are producing delicious and unique White teas.

All of these teas and more can be found at our website. Shop now and try something new in your cup today.

With or Without Caffeine

All teas contain some level of alkaloid we call caffeine. The different however is that tea also contains an amino acid called “Theanine” which produces a calming effect.

Caffeine and Theanine work together to product what we in the Tea World like to call a “Calm Alert” vs. the “Crash and Burn” you tend to get with coffee and sodas. If you are trying to avoid caffeine all together, try an herbal tisane instead. There are many that are naturally without this stimulant and are nice choices in the evening before bedtime.

Herbal Tea (Tisanes)

Herbal Tisanes are what we call all other tea infusions that do not come from the tea plant (Camellia Sinensis). Examples are chamomile, Peppermint, Rooibos, Honeybush, Lavender, Echinacea and the list goes on.

Many of these herbals have their own health attributes. In fact, documentation of plants being used for their medicinal properties dates back to 1587AD so the history of drinking tea is a long one.

As with any tea or herbal, be sure to follow the brewing instructions carefully. The three biggest things to remember to make the perfect cup of tea are: water quality, water temperature, and time steeped.

Click here for a handy brewing chart that covers all types of teas and herbals.

Tea Tidings,

Shawn Geitner-CEO

Beleave Teas Inc.

shawn@beleaveteas.com

www.beleaveteas.com

As a former teacher, I have found that my education background has proven helpful in teaching people about tea and its ability to soothe, invigorate, relax, and bring many other healthful benefits to its drinkers. I now do large group Tea Presentations as well as more intimate in home Tea Tastings. People love to learn about tea and what it can do for them. By talking with these people, I am able to make informed choices about what they would like to see me offer, whether it’s a new Oolong that will help boost their metabolism or a new Tea making device that will make the process easy for them.

After joining the Southshore Chamber of Commerce I became involved with our Educational Partnership Committee. Beleave Teas and many other local businesses try to provide a link between the SouthShore business community and the educational establishments of the community. This Committee also coordinates annual and ad-hoc events that provide support to local teachers and schools and provides educational opportunities to children and adults in the community.

You can also learn more about Teas with Shawn when she hosts a special educational session at our February 28th Healthy Family Fair in her Tea Workshop at 3pm called Time for Tea!

50% off Admission to the Glazer Childrens Museum!!!

Ok, so I know the poster says TODAY but it's for our event on the February 28th.

I am just so excited to share this awesome deal and the poster we will be distributing for the event that I wanted to share with you!

New Year, New You by Stephanie Moir of Serene Mind Psychology

Tampa Bay Moms Group Supporter and Featured Contributor has an outstanding new post on her blog that fits with our Healthy Family Fair so well that we just had to share. Visit and follow her blog Your Serene Mind for more amazing articles and posts. 

New Year, New You 

by Stephanie Moir of Serene Mind Psychology 

This New Year do you have a resolution to be healthier, happier and to focus on the positive? Now that we are near the end of January your motivation may be dwindling. You may be starting to make excuses and prolong working out, letting negative people influence your decisions or focusing on negative events that you feel are out of your control. If you are feeling this way, you are not alone! Like many of us, you need to regain focus, set realistic goals and feel accountable. 

1. Make time for your goals: You have to plan time everyday to focus on your goals. Make a schedule for yourself and create a routine. Having a schedule will make your goals that much easier to accomplish.  

2. Set goals that are attainable and specific: Create goals that start small and that you can progress with (Ex: Walk around the block and make progress towards running a 5K). Make a list of rewards to help motivate you to complete your goals (Earn a cheat meal, a new clothing item, a glass of wine). Write down your goal details and track your progress, you will stay focused even when you feel least motivated.  

3. Share your goals with others: This will hold you accountable for your goals and success. Tell your friends and family what your goals are and ask them to help you stay on track. It will help them feel included and encourage them to give you positive feedback. Everyone needs a cheerleader!

You can make a change for yourself this year by dedicating yourself to maintaining your goals! Do not let yourself become discouraged, your great work will not go unnoticed. Keep your focus, set yourself up for success and build a great support network. 

Mrs. Stephanie was born in Lima, Peru and has a strong affinity for family values and people of various backgrounds. She received her Psychology degree, with a minor in Family, Youth and Community Sciences from the University of Florida and her master's degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. She has over six years experience counseling children, adolescents and families in the Tampa Bay area and over 10 years working with children in educational, hospital and recreational settings. 

Mrs. Stephanie is a licensed mental health counselor and has specialized training in counseling suicidal, homicidal and abused or neglected children. Learn more about Mrs. Stephanie and Serene Mind Psychology here.  

Welcome the Wonderful Wizard of Oz at The Healthy Family Fair!

Our Healthy Family Fair is already an amazing chance to visit the Glazer Children's Museum and explore the exhibits as you connect with ways to improve the health and safety of your family... and with 50% off Museum Admission that day it's an amazing value too!  

But with the Limited Engagement Exhibit The Wizard of Oz that will be available and included with  your admission... you are getting even more to explore! And did we mention it's all included with  your half  off admission too?!?!? 

Open February 7-September 13, 2015

Your favorite American story is taking a balloon ride somewhere over the rainbow straight towards the Glazer Children’s Museum. The Wizard of Oz™ tale turned traveling exhibit will be at the Museum February-September, adding 2,500 square feet of fun to your Museum experience. Make sure to take a trip down the yellow brick road with Dorothy and her famous friends.