Moody Teas

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Tea Has Limits. That’s Why We’re Building Something Bigger – How We’re Going to Pour Even More Into Our Community

Tea can do a lot, but it can’t fix systemic inequality. Here’s why Moody Teas launched Tea for Good and what responsibility looks like for ethical wellness brands.
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Self-Care Isn’t Neutral. Neither Is Moody Teas.

Self-care isn’t neutral. And as a Black business owner, I don’t get to pretend it is. The wellness industry loves to sell calm without naming who gets excluded. Here’s why…
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Black Wellness Has Always Been Resistance

Black History Month isn’t a marketing moment. It exists because Black history has been erased, minimized, and stripped of context for centuries. Tea is part of that history. From colonial…
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How to Support Trans People This Giving Tuesday (For Real)

Giving Tuesday isn’t about doing the most — it’s about doing what matters. Whether you’re donating, uplifting creators, or choosing gifts that pour into the community, here are three ways…
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A Different Kind of Thanksgiving: What We’re Thankful For This Year

This Thanksgiving, we’re giving thanks with full hearts and open eyes. We’re honoring Indigenous communities and the land we stand on, celebrating the markets and makers who keep us going,…

5 Ways to Show Up for Trans Awareness Week

This Trans Awareness Week, we’re honoring the beauty, resilience, and strength of the trans community — and reflecting on how we can all do better to create a world where…
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Tea Cakes: A Sweet Staple of Black History

Tea cakes aren’t just a snack—they’re a story. Born from resilience and resourcefulness, these soft, simple cookies have been a staple in Black homes for generations. Enslaved African Americans, denied…
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Why We Don’t Do Black Friday Sales (And Why Small Business Saturday Is Different)

Let’s be real—Black Friday is chaos. Long lines, endless emails, and the pressure to snag “deals” that often aren’t even that great. At Moody Teas, we skip the frenzy because,…
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Moody Teas at the Chicago Artisan Market + How to Get Your Free Ticket!

Join Moody Teas at the Chicago Artisan Market in Ravenswood this November 30 and December 1 for a weekend of shopping, sipping, and supporting local artisans! We’re thrilled to bring…
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John’s Big Black Takes: Companies Moving Away from DEI Are Racist

It was only a few years ago that corporate America made a fervent commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). CEOs issued lofty promises of racial justice, putting out statements…