It’s 8 p.m. I’m sitting at my computer, listening to music. I’m writing an article about what literally inspires me every day – the yerba mate plant. I’ve used this plant for thirteen years, and it’s time to share my experiences with you.
In about three hours, I will be going to bed, but I’ve just downed a full cup of mate, which is rich in caffeine. When I go to bed, I will fall asleep in 1-3 minutes, and the heavily toning tea will not disturb my sleep.
How is that possible?
It was 5:55 AM. My alarm clock rang, as it always does at this time of day. I got up quietly and started executing a very specific set of actions: I went to the kitchen, turned on the kettle, went to the bathroom, came back to the kitchen and poured myself a Pu-erh tea with boiled water. Then I sat down to meditate for 20 minutes using Transcendental Meditation technique that I practice since 2011.
After meditation, I got my tea from the kitchen, turned on a relaxing music track on my headphones, and started journaling. It's not easy to describe that amazing feeling that comes when you connect the vibes of an early morning, good tea, beautiful music, and writing about things that matter.
About the project
My name is Martynas Jocius. I explore nature and produce ambient music that tells stories about species, ecosystems, and conservation.
Being an author, technologist and entrepreneur, I am constantly looking for new and interesting ways to create art that connects different disciplines and inspires people to learn more about the biosphere of our planet.
Because it matters.
Awareness
Ambient music album "Awareness" is dedicated to our personal and collective awareness, including humans, animals, plants, fungi, and all living beings.
This music is my thank you letter to Earth's biosphere that evolved into this beautiful and conscious form we are part of.
