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Weekly Whimsy

With love,  Angela Schmidt

Life feels like it is moving fast!

Finding moments of calm may feel like a challenge. You don’t need hours of free time to create calm and peace for yourself.  A simple practice of 5-10 minutes in the morning and evening can make all the difference.

Morning practices help you start your day feeling:

• Grounded
• Centered
• Intentional

Evening practices will:

• Calm and relax your mind and body
• Set the stage for a restful sleep

Here are four ideas for each to help you begin:

Morning:

1. Light a candle to symbolize the start of a new day.
2. Journal your intention for the day or write down a few things you’re grateful for.
3. Sip your tea or coffee mindfully.  Notice its warmth and flavor.
4. Stretch gently to awaken your body.

Evening:

1. Unplug from screens earlier and wind down with soft lighting.
2. Light a soothing candle to signal the transition to rest.
3. Reflect in a journal: What went well today? What did I learn?
4. Practice gentle stretches to release tension and relax your body.

• Start small as you build your practices.
• Choose what feels natural to you, one for the morning and one for the evening.
• Begin with 5 minutes and build from there.

It is all about consistency over time.

Create mindful moments, they can:

• Change the way you feel
• Help you move through each day with more ease and joy.

For your calming pleasure here is an herbal tea recipe to enjoy!

Herbal Tea

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon dried chamomile flowers
• 1 teaspoon dried peppermint leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
• 1 cup boiling water
• Optional: a drizzle of plant-based sweetener (like agave or maple syrup)

Instructions:

1. Combine chamomile, peppermint, and lavender in a tea infuser or put directly in your mug.
2. Pour boiling water over the herbs
3. Steep for 5–7 minutes.
4. Strain
5. Sweeten, if desired

To help you unwind:

• Sip it slowly
• Enjoy the warmth
• Savor the flavors

A calming tea is also perfect for your evening practice.  Enjoy brewing one tonight!

May you live in the moment, appreciating the smallest things! 

Wishing you a life filled with appreciation, love, joy, and whimsy!