Morning Dew
Make an Early Start
Even if you aren’t normally an early riser, there’s something to be said for making an extra effort to greet the dawn from time to time. There’s a special quality to those early morning hours. The world feels brand-new and full of possibilities. Additionally, fewer people are up and moving at this time of day, so you’re more likely to have some measure of privacy. It’s the perfect time of day for a quick and easy ritual to shift your perspective and set you on a path to a fresh start.
Straightforward and Simple
You won’t need any tools or fancy setup for this ritual. In fact, what you are aiming for is just the opposite— a process that feels entirely natural and uncontrived, as if you are drawing inspiration from the dawn itself. Use your intuition, and don’t be afraid to make whatever changes seem warranted.
Take a Moment to Reset
Begin by facing the Sun, and taking a few deep, cleansing breaths. Offer a prayer of thanksgiving for the new day, if you feel so moved. This is a perfect opportunity to calm your mind, and quiet any negative or anxious thoughts you may have.
Anoint and Reflect
The next step is simply to glance around for the sparkle of dewdrops as they catch the Sun’s first rays. Grass and leaves are natural reservoirs, but if nothing else is available, dew can often be harvested off of windows or metal surfaces. Gently brush your fingertips across the drops, feeling their cool touch. Now place your dampened fingertips on your forehead, allowing the purity of the morning’s dew to cleanse your thoughts and refresh your spirit. This act, simple yet profound, symbolizes the embrace of the day’s fresh possibilities and the release of yesterday’s worries.
Blessings Bestowed
End by facing the Sun again, with your face uplifted and arms outstretched, to gratefully accept the blessings of the day. As you end your ritual, carry this sense of renewal with you, letting it inspire your steps and enrich your moments.
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