A Story in Every Cup

At Thistle Farms, radical hospitality is how healing begins. As one of our core values, it's a daily practice we hold close to our hearts.

Radical hospitality means that every story has a place at the table. We offer love and respect to everyone as they are, putting aside assumptions and expectations. We honor the story of every person, accepting each other as equal.

It's the warmth of a cup of coffee or tea shared with a friend. It's the embrace of a community that sees you as whole. It's the foundation on which women survivors at Thistle Farms are able to rebuild their lives.

The Women of Thistle Farms Mug represents this practice. Illustrated with the faces of our community, it carries the stories of women who have found healing, hope, and a home. With every cup, you carry forward the truth that healing begins with welcome, and that radical hospitality has the power to change the world.

The Women of Thistle Farms

Each face on the mug represents a real story of a survivor's journey to rebuild their lives. Some share how radical hospitality gave them a safe place to land, others how it helped them feel seen and valued for the first time in years. Together, these stories show what becomes possible when women are given the space and support to heal.

Experience Radical Hospitality at The Café & Shop at Thistle Farms

Through tea, food, and radical hospitality, The Café at Thistle Farms creates a welcoming environment for all those who hunger for justice to gather for community and conversation.

Come see it all in action. Visit the Café & Shop at Thistle Farms in Nashville for a meal, a cup of tea, or to explore products made by survivors and global partners. Every visit supports the women we serve.

Bringing Radical Hospitality Home

Radical hospitality isn’t limited to big moments. It can start right where you are. The Women of Thistle Farms Mug is a simple reminder to slow down, extend kindness, and create space for others. Explore the tips below for easy, everyday ways to bring radical hospitality into your home and community.

• Start Your Day with Intention: Pour your morning coffee or tea and pause for a moment of gratitude. Think about the stories you’ve encountered and the ways you can offer welcome and kindness in your day.

• Share a Cup: Invite a friend, neighbor, or family member to join you for a warm drink. Use the time to listen deeply, honor their story, and practice giving your full attention without judgment.

• Create a Moment of Reflection: Place the mug on your desk or kitchen counter as a reminder that every person you encounter carries a story. Let it inspire you to act with patience and empathy in every interaction.

• Gift the Experience of Welcome: Giving this mug to someone is more than a thoughtful gesture, it’s a way to share Radical Hospitality and invite them into a community of care.

• Use It as a Conversation Starter: Share your own experiences of welcome, hope, and transformation, and encourage others to do the same.