The Evening Bath Ritual
In a few words: A bath taken with intention, where warm water, scent and slow touch work together to tell the body that the day is complete and it is safe to let go.
How I use it: I lower the lights first, light a lavender candle and fill the tub with comfortably warm water. I dissolve a generous handful of mineral bath salts and let the steam carry the scent through the room. I wash slowly with my Velvet Serene Lavender Soap, paying attention to each part of my body as if I were thanking it for carrying me through the day. Before I leave the water, I hold each foot in my hands and press gently with my thumbs, from the heel to the toes, one slow line at a time.
How I pair it: With silence or very soft music, and a cup of chamomile waiting for me afterwards. When I step out, I wrap myself in a warm towel and give my body a few quiet minutes before the evening continues.
A little secret: The feet. They carry us all day and hold so much of our tension. A few minutes of slow, firm pressure on the soles is one of the most comforting gifts you can give your body before sleep.