A Sacred Sip: A Tea Ritual for the Heart

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There are moments when a simple cup of tea becomes something more—an anchor, a blessing, a remembering. When we pause, steep herbs with intention, and cradle a warm cup in our hands, we step into ritual. Not performance. Just presence.

Today, I want to offer you something special—something only for this intimate circle of Forage & Gather members. You’ll find below a beautiful tea ritual to welcome into your days, and a recipe that calls on linden, rose, and a trio of heart-opening herbs to soften the edges of the world and sweeten your inner soil.

A Heart-Centered Tea Ritual

This ritual is for whenever you feel untethered, overextended, or simply in need of warmth. It’s a gentle ceremony of return.

You will need:

• A few quiet minutes

• Your chosen herbs (or use the blend below)

• A favorite mug or bowl

• A candle or natural object (stone, flower, leaf)

• Your breath

Steps:

1. Create a small clearing—inside or out. Light a candle or place something beautiful nearby.

2. Bring water to a boil. While it heats, take…