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Hygge Ritual, Step Two - Pour the Tea

4/24/2018

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"The process of brewing tea as a spiritual and magical act is one that opens the mind and connects the soul to subtle energies around us. As we blend our ingredients we are brought into connection with the true purpose of our needs and desires. Be mindful of your ingredients, your water, and as you sip your tea, move inward and embody what it is you wish to manifest."
- Leandra Witchwood, The Magick Kitchen


Being mindful during the process of preparing tea helps to peel our attention away from distractions, problems, worries. If you have lit the candle nearby, you can gaze at its flame from time to time, too, as a way to deepen your step away from the rest of life.

When I use tea as part of a spiritual ritual, I begin by making myself a comfy spot on the couch, moving aside whatever is on the side table, so there will be room for my tea, grabbing my journal & a pen to make sure it will be close to me if insights occur.

I light the candle and then sit quietly while the water heats up, and just the anticipation of the tea time helps me relax. By the time I am sitting again with my cup of gingerbread tea, I feel completely relaxed, wrapped up in comfort and coziness, and ready for the next step in my ritual.



A Cup of Insight

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"Have a journal or planner handy with a pen or pencil and as you sip your tea write down your goals and aspirations..." - Leandra Witchwood

This week, we're looking at how to create a brief but cozy, daily hygge ritual. And each day, we look at a new step.

But each one can stand on its own. You can light a taper candle, say a prayer, blow it out and you're done.

You can make yourself a cup of tea, ask for guidance, and be open to whatever comes with each sip, writing down each insight in your journal - and be done.

And I suggest trying each one on its own just to see what it's like, before adding them all together. 

So what might you need some guidance about today? Have a cup of tea and see what comes to you.

See you next time!

love, Jeanine

6 Comments
Martha link
4/24/2018 08:57:14 pm

There's something about sipping on a hot cup of tea to take your cares away. I'm brewing India Spice Chia tea while asking for guidance to help a few family members.

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Jeanine Byers link
4/25/2018 12:57:42 am

That sounds great, Martha! Hope you get exactly the guidance you need.

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Jen link
4/24/2018 09:38:59 pm

I haven't had my tea yet today! I had a busy morning and did some housework this afternoon. Considering it's almost 9:00 here, I wonder if I have some decaf....

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Jeanine Byers link
4/25/2018 12:58:42 am

My favorite decaf tea is pina colada. So fun!

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Jen
4/27/2018 10:48:40 pm

Oooh, pina colada sounds delish! My two favorites are vanilla rooibus and chai tea.

Jeanine link
5/3/2018 10:04:17 pm

It really is delish! But vanilla & chai tea would be great, too - with a splash or two of milk.

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