From Chaos To Calm: How This AI Mom Starts Her Mornings With Matcha Rituals

Last Updated:July 25, 2025, 14:36 IST

Matcha is truly having its moment in India. What was once a quiet ritual in Kyoto’s tea gardens is now a wellness staple all across the globe.

In a world running on scrolls, swipes, and caffeine-fueled chaos, there’s a growing shift toward rituals that slow us down. Amidst this, matcha has emerged as the hero. What was once a quiet ritual in Kyoto’s tea gardens is now a global wellness staple, filling social feeds, ceramic mugs, and even skincare jars.

For Kavya Mehra, a first-of-its-kind AI mom influencer, one such ritual begins each morning in the form of a smooth, vivid green cup of matcha. What began as a quest for clarity amid toddler-mode meltdowns and ever-multiplying tabs turned into a small act of self-preservation. “It’s not about the aesthetic,” Kavya says, “It’s about that quiet moment before the noise kicks in.”

All About Matcha

Matcha is more than just powdered green tea. Grown under shade for weeks before harvest, it’s known for its deep umami flavour, vibrant colour, and uniquely calming effect. Unlike steeped teas, matcha is consumed whole, meaning you ingest all its antioxidant-rich goodness.

One standout compound is L-theanine, an amino acid that works with caffeine to produce what experts call “calm alertness.” There’s no jittery spike or sudden crash, just a gentle wave of focus that lingers.

Until recently, ceremonial-grade matcha was hard to come by in India. But the wellness wave is shifting tides.

Beyond the Cup

While matcha lattes remain a favourite (Kavya’s version features oat milk, a touch of honey, and cinnamon), the powdered tea has found its way into more than just mugs. Think: matcha pancakes, overnight oats, smoothies—and yes, even DIY face masks.

For the uninitiated, a traditional water-and-whisk preparation is a great place to begin. Culinary-grade matcha can also be used for experimenting in the kitchen. “For me, matcha is less about the caffeine and more about the calm,” Kavya says. “It’s a pause button in a world that rarely stops buffering.”

As wellness trends continue to merge with lifestyle tech, matcha stands out as a timeless tradition finding new relevance, especially among India’s digital-first, mindfulness-seeking generation. It may not solve toddler chaos or inbox overload, but it does offer something quietly radical: a calm, green moment to yourself.

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