Healing from the Heart 

What you'll need

• 1 cup herbal yoni blend of your choice

• 64oz glass ball jar

• yoni steam box or alternate steaming set-up

• towel or blanket 

• clean water

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Note: Please do not steam during your monthly bleeding, a vaginal infection, or pregnancy.

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*Optional:   The evening before you steam, place your chosen herbs in a glass bowl and leave outside (or in a windowsill) overnight. In the morning, bring herbs inside and set aside until you are ready to steam. The herbs will be charged with the energy of the moon. You may also charge the water you'll be using with crystals.*

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Place your herbal blend in a pot with water and allow it to simmer for a few minutes (3-5 mins). **Please DO NOT use essential oils in your steam as they may burn the delicate tissues of the genitals.**

Remove the pot from heat, cover with a lid and let the herbs steep for 10-15 minutes. While the herbs activate, you may take time to give gratitude, say a prayer, or ask for support with the healing or guidance you desire. 

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Once the herbs are steeped, carefully pour the water and herbs into a 64oz ball jar, allowing some space at the top of the jar.  Do not fill completely as the liquid will be too close to your body on the steam box.

 

Test the temperature of the steam. It should be very warm, but by no means unpleasant. Let it cool a little longer if you find it hot. The vaginal tissue will be a lot more sensitive to the heat than your hand, please be careful and allow your herbal water to cool to a comfortable temperature.  

When you're ready and the temperature is pleasant, it is time to begin the steam.

You may want to set up a peaceful spot to practice your yoni steam ritual.  Light some candles, play soothing music- accommodate your personal desires.

Place the ball jar inside the yoni steam box and align it to the circular opening on the lid of the wood steam box.

Undress so you are naked from the waist down (you may wear socks). Choose the most comfortable way for you to sit and relax on the yoni steam box. Wrap a clean towel or blanket around your lower half so the steam stays near your body.

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Now invite the steam to enter your body. Take your time, take it slow, and allow your mind to empty. Focus completely on your experience and your breathing. Listen closely to what's happening inside of you, what guidance or messages may show up.

Everything your body is telling you in this moment can be honored and seen as precious information. Allow yourself to tap into this feeling of receiving.

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After about 20 minutes, the herbs exhaust their medicinal properties and the ritual is complete. If possible, steam before bed.  You may want to lie down right after you steam, you may want to journal about your experience, or do a tarot reading.  Anything is appropriate so long as it speaks to your desire.  

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*Optional: Allow the herbs to cool overnight and in the morning after your steam, pour the herbs and water into your yard or in a nearby green space. Give the herbs back to earth and offer a thank you to Mother Gaia.*

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