Drink 30–45 minutes before bed, while practicing deep breathing or journaling.
💡 Tip: Double the batch and store cooled tea in a glass jar in the fridge for up to 2 days. Gently reheat—never microwave.
⚠️ Gentle Cautions (Because Self-Care Means Safety)
While natural, this infusion isn’t for everyone. Please:
✅ Use only culinary bay leaves (Laurus nobilis)—other varieties can be toxic.
🚫 Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding (bay leaf may stimulate uterine activity).
💊 Consult your doctor if you take blood thinners, diabetes meds, or sedatives (herbs can interact).
🌼 Patch-test first: Try a small sip to check for allergies (rare, but possible).
🍯 Limit to one cup nightly—more isn’t better.
🌙 Amplify the Calm: Pair with These Rituals
This infusion works best as part of a wind-down ecosystem:
Dim the lights 1 hour before bed (blue light disrupts melatonin)
Take a warm bath with Epsom salts (magnesium = muscle relaxation)
Practice 4-7-8 breathing: Inhale 4 sec, hold 7, exhale 8
Write down worries in a “brain dump” journal—then close the book
🌿 Ritual transforms remedy into renewal.
💛 Final Thought
In a world that glorifies hustle, choosing to pause, steep, and sip slowly is a quiet rebellion.
This infusion isn’t a quick fix—it’s an invitation to return to your body, honor your need for rest, and trust that peace is always within reach… one warm sip at a time.
So light a candle. Wrap your hands around your mug.
And let the herbs do the rest.
