A Tea for Renewal, Clarity & Gentle Courage
You’ll need:
1 tsp green tea or white tea (new beginnings, clarity)
½ tsp cinnamon chips or a small cinnamon stick (momentum, warmth, forward motion)
½ tsp dried orange peel or a slice of fresh orange (joy, optimism, solar energy)
A pinch of ginger (confidence, activation)
Honey or maple syrup (optional — sweetness for the year ahead)
How to make it:
Bring water to just under boiling.
Add all ingredients to your cup or teapot.
Steep for 3–5 minutes.
As it steeps, place your hands around the cup and breathe slowly.
Sweeten if desired and sip with intention.
New Year’s Chant (Whisper or Speak Aloud)
Old stories soften, Old weight releases.
I step forward clear, I step forward whole.
With every breath, I begin again.
With every sip, I call in peace.
This year unfolds in love and light—
And I walk it with trust.
(Repeat 3 times or until it feels complete.)
Optional ritual touch:
Write one word for the year (Peace, Ease, Courage, Flow) and place it under your mug while you drink 
