Ginger Tea Sip and Breathe
Materials Needed
Feeling
Nauseated with Disgust
How to Do It
Brew a cup of ginger tea, which is known for its soothing effects on the stomach. Sit quietly and take slow, deliberate sips of the tea. As you sip, close your eyes and focus on the warmth and flavor, imagining it soothing your stomach and calming the nausea. Pair each sip with a deep breath, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth, visualizing the release of disgust with each breath out.
Why It Works
Ginger has natural anti-nausea properties, and the combination of sipping tea and deep breathing can help calm both the body and mind, reducing feelings of nausea and disgust.
Guided Practice
Prepare a cup of ginger tea and sit comfortably. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, noticing the warm steam rising from the cup. Feel the warmth on your face and the subtle scent of ginger. Allow yourself to be present with these sensations, without needing to sip the tea just yet.
Continue sitting comfortably, as you now deepen your focus with a few more breaths. Take a few deep breaths, allowing the aroma of the tea to fill your senses. Notice the sensation of the warmth in your hands, perhaps feeling a comforting heat or a gentle tingling. As you breathe in, draw in the scent of the ginger, letting it awaken your senses and bring you into the present moment.
Slowly, bring the cup to your lips and take a small sip, allowing the tea to rest on your tongue. Feel the warmth and taste of the ginger, perhaps noticing a spicy warmth or a soothing, earthy flavor. As you swallow, feel the tea moving down your throat, spreading warmth throughout your body. You might notice a sense of comfort or invigoration, or perhaps a memory or image that arises with the taste. Allow yourself to fully savor each sip, bringing awareness to how each taste and sensation connects to your body.
As you continue sipping, notice how the tea’s warmth spreads, perhaps bringing a sense of relaxation or awakening to different parts of your body. Feel the tea's heat moving into your chest, perhaps warming your heart center, or maybe traveling down to your belly, soothing and comforting. Allow yourself to be present with whatever sensations arise, noticing any emotions or thoughts that come up as you drink. Perhaps this warmth reminds you of other comforting moments, or maybe it stirs something deeper within, inviting you to explore further.
When you feel ready, take a final sip, allowing yourself to enjoy the lingering warmth and flavor. Notice if there is a sense of satisfaction, comfort, or perhaps a deeper sense of grounding. Allow yourself to stay in this space of awareness and presence, feeling the tea’s warmth as it radiates through your body. When you are ready, gently bring your awareness back to the room, placing the cup down and taking a moment to reflect on your experience before moving on with your day.