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Speaker: Greetings to you and yours on this beautiful day of yule. This is Swales, the friendly green witch coming at you celebrating Yuletide with the witches, love to do it. And this is another little bonus episode to celebrate this festive sabat because I do really like this one and there's a lot of reasons why. Not only is it the longest night of the year and when the sun god is born but it's also my eldest daughter's birthday.
Speaker: day so she's a little witchling born on Yuletide. How cool is that? I bloody love that. But I'm also just really really happy to know that the sun is now waxing and it's going to be with us in a few months and life is just about getting ready to wake up because I'm such a sun witch as you all know it really really makes my soul so happy.
Speaker: So for this episode I have been given another lovely script from John of the Tea Tonic Blessings. He's sent me another one similar to the Samhain script. John's written all about the festive herbs, the ingredients of his amazing Yule Tea.
Speaker: and the spiritual benefits and all that jazz and I think it went down really well it is getting good numbers so I think we're going to make it a thing where we do all the Sabats tea ingredients created just specially for that Sabat. Here's a little bonus celebration John actually sent me some surprise Yule tea in the post which I did not expect it was a lovely surprise and it's such a gorgeous warming nourishing cup of tea I really do recommend it So without further ado, let's dive straight in. Enjoy.
Speaker: As the winter solstice approaches, we're embracing the season of yule with a special blend designed to honour the return of the sun and bring warmth to those coldest nights. Today we are diving into the spiritual and physical benefits of yule tea.
Speaker: A delightful mix of chamomile, passion flower, orange peel, peppermint, cinnamon and ginger. So brew a cup, wrap yourself in a blanket and let's talk about how these herbs can nurture your body and your soul during this sacred season of the darkness and the sun being reborn. First let's have a look at the spiritual benefits.
Speaker: Yule is a time of rebirth and renewal as we celebrate the return of the light after the longest night of the year. Each herb in this tea brings a spiritual energy perfectly suited for this festive season.
Speaker: carmomile Known for its soothing and protective properties, Camomile helps create a sense of peace and calm. During Yule, it encourages reflection on the year past and fosters hope for the year ahead. It is also said to invite blessings and prosperity, making it a wonderful herb for solstice rituals. Passion Flower is a beautiful herb for grounding and serenity. Its calming energy allows you to release the stress and open your heart to the joys of the season. It aligns perfectly with the reflective nature of you, helping you to let go of burdens and embrace that inner peace. Orange Peel
Speaker: i think we had orange peel in the the sauerk tea i i do believe i do quite like that in a tea it's a good idea a bit of vitamin c orange peel is a symbol of the sun's return orange peel brings warmth and vitality to your spiritual practice its bright uplifting energy is a reminder of hope and renewal orange peel is also associated with abundance and success making it a perfect addition to your yule celebrations. Peppermint is a herb of clarity and purification. During yule it can help clear away stagnant energies and refresh your mind. Preparing you for new beginnings. Its invigorating energy mirrors the crispness of the winter air and the freshness of a clean slate.
Speaker: Cinnamon embodies the warmth and the magic of this season. Its fiery energy inspires passion and creativity, while encouraging prosperity and protection. It is a traditional herb of yule. Cinnamon enhances the festive atmosphere and connects you to ancient solstice traditions.
Speaker: It is very lucky as well. I like cinnamon for the look element. I put a cinnamon stick in my money bowl, in my witcheroo to help bring in that cashola. Bit of a feng shui thing that is, I think. Ginger.
Speaker: Oh I love a ginger biscuit me! It's a fire energy providing strength and courage, qualities we often need when we face the challenges of winter and the year ahead. It also symbolises vitality and movement, aligning beautifully with the return of the sun's life, giving energy during yule.
Speaker: Right, shall we have a look at the physical benefits of this beautiful yuletime tea? This special festive tea is a beautiful warming brew helping you stay balanced in these dark winter months.
Speaker: Chamomile is a natural relaxant making it perfect for calming the nervous system and promoting restful sleep. Its anti -inflammatory properties can also help soothe aches and pains offering comfort during these cold winter nights.
Speaker: Passion of flower like chamomile supports relaxation and reduces anxiety. It is especially helpful for calming the mind and improving sleep quality, which is crucial during the busy holiday season. Orange peel is rich in vitamin C, boosts the immune system and helps ward off seasonal colds and flus.
Speaker: It's natural oil aids digestion especially after the indulgent holiday meals, making it both a flavourful and functional addition to this blend. Peppermint is a digestive powerhouse. It is in bloating, indigestion and nausea. Its cooling properties also help alleviate headaches and sinus congestion, providing relief from winter ailments.
Speaker: Cinnamon is a warming spice that supports circulation and helps regulate the blood sugar levels. Its antimicrobial properties also boost the immune system making it a powerful ally during cold and flu seasons.
Speaker: And last but not least, ginger is a classic remedy for colds and chills. It supports digestion, eases, nausea and warms the body from inside to out. Its anti -inflammatory properties also help soothe sore muscles and joints, making it perfect for the winter wellness.
Speaker: a little bit of a tedious link but this reminds me of that really gross drink that you used to make when you got poorly what was it now a honey and a spirit like a really gross spirit which i remember when i were a 20 something making a hot toddy you know when you get quite cold in the winter season it was like honey ginger hot water and was it um what was it brandy or sherry or something i can't remember oh it might have been whiskey i don't know it was something really gross i mean it sounds quite nice to me now but when i was young it was like meh the best bit was the honey
Speaker: And I wonder if you could add honey to this tea? mm I might have a go at that actually, that's a good idea, I like that. Sorry, diverted there, back to the script. But you love it, don't you? You love a little bit of Swale's nonsense thrown in there between the facts. This Yule Tea by The Tea Tonic is truly a celebration in a cup. Warming, grounding and full of seasonal magic.
Speaker: whether you are enjoying it during a quiet moment by the fire or incorporating it into your solstice rituals. This blend is a beautiful way to honor the seasons of rebirth and renewal. And if you go to thetonic .com and type in Bellwetch in the discount box You'll grab yourself a nifty little 10 % off an entire order. Thank you very much for supporting the switch and I shall put a handy link in the show description as I always do. Now honestly though you can use this code as many times as you like. We've got a little bit of an affiliate thing going on which is just grand. Get all your discounts witches.
Speaker: As we sip on this soothing tea, let it remind us of the light that always returns. Even in the darkest of times, may nurture your body, uplift your spirits and bring joy to your yule celebrations.
Speaker: Thank you very much John of Tea Tonic for writing me this fantastic script yet again. I think it's just a really awesome way of supporting each other as mutual businesses in the witch biz land and as an affiliate discount and everybody benefits including you so it's just a really awesome mutual way of supporting each other. Love it.
Speaker: All that's left is for me to wish you a happy Christmas and merry Yule, a fantastic new year. Let all the negativity go with 2024 and keep that love and magic into the year 2025. From me, Swales, the friendly green witch, and John of the Tea Tonic, merry meet, merry part, and merry meet again.
