Winter asks us to slow, soften, and rebuild what has been depleted — especially the nervous system, hormones, and inner reserves. This is the work of Ojas — your deep vitality, glow, and resilience.
Ayurvedic Evening Ritual.
Golden Goddess Turmeric Milk.
An evening ritual of nourishment before bed.
Simple recipe:
Warm in a pan a cup of milk of your choice/ cows or plant milk.
Add ½ tsp or 2 cm turmeric root
1/4 tsp Ginger powder or 1cm ginger root
Pinch of black pepper
A pinch of cinnamon
3 cardamom pods crushed
Half tsp of coconut oil or ghee
A little honey or maple syrup
Heat slowly then whisk to create bubbles
Pour into your fave mug
Add a sprinkle of nutmeg and few strands of saffron for the top
Sip slowly.
Let it signal safety, rest, and repair.
Turmeric as Ritual.
As you drink, place one hand on your heart.
Whisper: “I allow myself to be deeply nourished.”
This is not indulgence — this is medicine.