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Teas for Witches: the Basics

I can talk about tea literally all day (and I have because I’ve worked in a spice and tea shop for years), and there is SO much to talk about with both health and magical benefits. Teas are made from tea leaves called camellia sinensis, with the exception of herbal teas/infusions. For this, I’m going to list magical and health benefits by type of tea.

Black Tea

Feminine * Earth * Winter * Strength * Stability * Death * Expelling Negativity * Alertness * Energy

Black tea is the most fermented and oxidized of all teas. Its tea leaves look shriveled and black. It combats heart ailments, digestive problems, high cholesterol, asthma, and breast/menstrual problems. Black tea also has a lot of caffeine (47 mg, still less than coffee) and too much of it can cause acidity issues in the stomach.  

Examples: English/Irish Breakfast Tea, Assam, Darjeeling, Lapsung Souchang, Ceylon, Earl Grey

**There is a subset of black tea called Pu-erh, a post-fermented black tea. Some consider this to be the “purest” of all teas and connect it to the aether, as it is rare and valuable.

Green Tea

Masculine * Fire * Summer * Passion * Healing * Conscious Mind * Sexual Health * Love * Energy * Progress * Magic

Green tea is slightly steamed but not fermented, which maintains its green color. It has many health benefits, such as detoxifying, reducing cholesterol and weight, boosting immunity and stamina, and reducing blood glucose. It has less caffeine than black, but still some. 

Examples: Jasmine, Sencha, Matcha, Gyokurocha, Genmaicha, Hojicha, Gunpowder, Dragonwell

Oolong Tea

Feminine * Water * Autumn * Reflection * Meditation * Wisdom * Serenity * Concentration * Romance * Friendship

I always describe Oolong as being between Green and Blacks, since it is half fermented. It can help manage weight and stress, balance blog sugar levels, remove free radicals, and promote healthy skin and bones. HOWEVER, too much can actually speed up bone degradation because it sweeps away excess calcium. And beware of its high caffeine content (I used to drink Raspberry Wulong to pull all-nighters).

Examples: Milk Oolong, Formosa, Wulongs

White Tea

Masculine * Air * Spring * Happiness * Wisdom * Moon * Purification * Protection * Clarity * Cleansing * Beginnings

White tea is a little harder to find. Either the tea leaves are plucked as immature leaves and steamed, or the leaves have not been processed (there seems to be little consensus across cultures). Some have a small amount of caffeine. It’s a great antibacterial and antioxidant, and it improves the heart, oral health, and skin. Drinking a couple cups works better than one, and you can reuse the tea leaves, granted that the second cup will brew longer.

Examples: White teas come in many flavors and are usually labeled as white tea. You may need to seek out a tea shop to find some.

Herbal Tea

Magical properties depend on which herbs are used

This tea seems to be the most popular for witches on tumblr, because it is composed of dry, unprocessed herbs, seeds, fruits, or roots, and has no caffeine (as long as the herb doesn’t!). There are many recipes online as herbals are easy to make. In general, herbal tea promotes calm, reduces cholesterol and risk of heart conditions, cancers, and diabetes. Due to its lack of actual tea leaves it has less antioxidants than other teas. Some don’t even call it a tea, but dub it Herbal Infusion.

Examples: Rooibos, most Chais, Ginseng, Chamomile, Peppermint, Spearmint, Hibiscus

**Yerba Mate is an herbal tea that is notorious for its high caffeine levels (you’ve probably seen the energy drink). It also zaps one’s appetite and can become addictive, so be careful around this tea!

As always, feel free to add/message me of any corrections, and I hope you find your cup of tea!

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Benefits of hot vs cold showers

Cold showers ❄️

Calms itchy skin

Speeds up metabolism

Prevents colds

Wakes you up

Increases circulation

Reduces muscle soreness

Glowing hair & skin

Reduces hair loss

Tightens skin

Burns fat

Stimulates antidepressant hormones

Hot showers ��

Relaxes muscles

Lowers body tension

Prevents colds

Relieves stress

Eases headaches

Opens pores & cleans skin

Reduces anxiety

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Colors to wear and when 🌈

Red❤️

The color red draws attention toward the wearer. It's also associated with romance and passion, making it a perfect date-night color.

Orange🧡

Will help put you in a positive, energetic mood.

Yellow💛

Cheers you up on a bad day. Yellow is also associated with intelligence and inspiration so wearing something yellow on the day of your big exam might help you come up with some extra answers.

Green💚

Green is refreshing and has been found to reduce stress in those who look at it. If you're feeling really overwhelmed, add green to your outfit.

Blue💙

Blue can make you more creative, if you're sad, however, you might want to stay away-the color blue can subconsciously make you feel more "blue".

Purple💜

Purple is associated with spirituality and intuition, if you're having trouble making a decision, wear purple.

Pink🌺

Pink is associated with romance and happiness. Pink is very calming so don't wear it if you need tons of energy.

Black🖤

Signifies power, seriousness, authority, and responsibility.

White⬜

White is associated with peace, innocence, simplicity and cleanliness.

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How to get your life together in 50 days! 💭

✨Day 1-9✨

Decluttering & organizing

Day1️⃣: declutter your phone

Day2️⃣: declutter your closet

Day3️⃣: declutter your room

Day4️⃣: create an atmosphere in your room that makes you feel good

Day5️⃣: declutter your mind

Day6️⃣: organize your important dates and appointments

Day7️⃣: organize everything financial related

Day8️⃣: organize paperwork

Day9️⃣: design a cleaning routine

Day🔟✨: take a day off to relax, do something that makes you happy.

✨Day 11-19✨

Habits

Day 1️⃣1️⃣: meditate

Day 1️⃣2️⃣: write down three things you're grateful for

Day 1️⃣3️⃣: try fixing up your sleep schedule

Day 1️⃣4️⃣: workout

Day 1️⃣5️⃣: read a book

Day 1️⃣6️⃣: create a night and morning routine

Day 1️⃣7️⃣: step out of your comfort zone at least once

Day 1️⃣8️⃣: try starting a journal

Day 1️⃣9️⃣: practice something you like doing

Day 2️⃣0️⃣✨: this is a day to enjoy using bath bombs, face masks, scented candles and just practice relaxing selfcare.

✨Day 21-29✨

Skills

Day 2️⃣1️⃣: bake something

Day 2️⃣2️⃣: vacuuming

Day 2️⃣3️⃣: wiping

Day 2️⃣4️⃣: washing clothes and ironing

Day 2️⃣5️⃣: cooking any healthy meal

Day 2️⃣6️⃣: cleaning the bathroom

Day 2️⃣7️⃣: another healthy meal

Day 2️⃣8️⃣: cleaning the whole house

Day 2️⃣9️⃣: start doing these household chores regularly

Day 3️⃣0️⃣✨: spend some time with your friends and family, talking, playing board games, anything with them.

✨Day 31-39✨

Mindset

Day 3️⃣1️⃣: forgive your past self

Day 3️⃣2️⃣: let go of your grudges

Day 3️⃣3️⃣: notice your inner critic

Day 3️⃣4️⃣: stop overthinking

Day 3️⃣5️⃣: realize your worth

Day 3️⃣6️⃣: accept your mistakes

Day 3️⃣7️⃣: stop comparing yourself to others

Day 3️⃣8️⃣: pay attention to your posture

Day 3️⃣9️⃣: write a list of positive things about you

Day 4️⃣0️⃣✨: no phones or laptops today! Take a break from electronics and do something fun that you enjoy, alone or with some friends.

✨Day 41-49✨

Big steps

Day 4️⃣1️⃣: do something you've been putting off doe for a while

Day 4️⃣2️⃣: commit to something, like a new hobby

Day 4️⃣3️⃣: make a bucket list

Day 4️⃣4️⃣: look at things you want to do in the future and find a way to build up to them

Day 4️⃣5️⃣: look up the different paths you could take in the field of this job or thing you want to do in the future

Day 4️⃣6️⃣: make a list of all the goals that will help you get to your future plans

Day 4️⃣7️⃣: write a letter to both of your past self from 5 years ago and your future self in the next 5 years, make your meaningful.

Day 4️⃣8️⃣: write down goals foe yourself in 3 years and in 10 years

Day 4️⃣9️⃣: break those goals down into tiny steps or habits that you can do daily

Day 5️⃣0️⃣✨: You finally made it to the end of this list. Write down about your journey through it and take this day as a day off, treat yourself to something, you deserve it! ❤️

(You can also send a message to me if you want to start this list or if you started it. Write down how are you doing, your goals, or anything.)

Have a great day! ❤️

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Things that are healing outside of therapy:✨

Breathwork

Meditation

Mindfulness

Self-compassion

Making tiny shifts

Daily you time

Consistency

Practicing presence

Practicing acceptance

Nature

Daily walks

Self-expression

Curiosity

Bodywork

Self-discipline

Community

Time outside

Basic needs

Routines +rituals

Self-nourishment

Listening to yourself

Honoring your needs

Healthy connection

Inner child work

Asking for help

Limited screen time

Self-responsibility

Yoga

Sleep

Music

Journaling

Movement

Creating

Boundaries

Reflection

Quiet time

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Benefits of aloe vera💫

It helps to grow your hair

It repairs your hair and soften it

It helps to grow your eyelashes 

If you drink it with water it can help losing weight

Use it after sunburn

It’s an acne treatment

Heals zits

Health benefits of aloe vera

It helps to stabilize blood sugar level.

It is helpful to cure burns and other skin disorders.

It give relief from wounds and ulcers.

It prevents growth of acne and moisturizes the skin.

It helps to treat fungus, vaginal infections and allergic reactions.

It’s juice is a tonic in conditions like jaundice, amenorrhea and piles.

It is antiseptic, helps to kill many of viruses and bacteria.

It helps to alkalize the body and treats constipation.

It prevents kidney stones, crohn’s disease and IBS.

It also controls the levels of cholesterol and oxidative stress.

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