New Moon Tea & Ritual

Tea recipe

A great tea to calm and nourish (use organic stuff only)

1 tablespoon of dried lavender flowers
1 tablespoon of raspberry leaves

1 tablespoon of chamomile

Let the tea brew for 10 minutes only.

Ritual

The waning moon cycle it is one for reflection and calmness. This is a great way of honoring the natural cycles and yourself as a woman. It doesn't need to be complicated. This is a great simple ritual to bring mindfulness into our lives.. Set yourself a time to have this ritual, best at night. Make sure that no one disturbs you, and if you have kids wait till they're asleep...

*Start by stepping outside and moon gazing for a bit.
*Fill a bucket with warm water and leave it outside, where the moon can reflect on it.

*Prepare your New Moon Tea (instructions above). Let it brew.

*Now lay down on a comfy place, like a bed, a sofa or a yoga mat. Close your eyes and breathe into your tummy. Place your hands on you lower belly to create awareness. Breathe into them for 10 minutes approx.

*Remove flowers from the tea, light a candle for yourself and also burn some incense or essential oil that appeals to you today. Drink your tea in peace, alone if possible.

*Take a nice bath or shower (for those of you, that like me don't have one)using the moon water too! Rub some oil that you fancy, like coconut or a lovely lotion.

*Go to bed & sleep...