: Write a letter to someone who hurt you. Do not send it. Burn it or tear it up. The ritual is for you.
: Speak aloud: "My True Tere is [fill in a simple quality, e.g., enough / creative / still]." Repeat it five times. Notice if your body resists. That resistance is the old tare weight falling away. true tere
: To display deep politeness, especially among older generations, the variation "Tervist!" is used. This links the greeting directly to the concept of wishing someone good health. : Write a letter to someone who hurt you
Just as a scale must be zeroed before measuring, you must regularly zero out your emotional baggage. This means: The ritual is for you
The True Tere is a medium-sized tree, typically growing to heights of between 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters). Its trunk is slender, with a diameter of up to 3 feet (90 cm), and is covered in a smooth, grayish-brown bark that peels off in thin, papery strips. The leaves are dark green and elliptical in shape, measuring up to 6 inches (15 cm) in length, with a distinctive pointed tip and wavy edges. The tree's flowers are small and inconspicuous, borne in clusters at the base of the leaves, and are followed by small, edible fruits that are rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids.
Depending on the context, the phrase combines the English word "true" (genuine, authentic, accurate) with "Tere," the standard Estonian greeting for "Hello." It is also used as a fond nickname or cultural signifier.