3rd Ritual

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A mindful collective founded on the notion that when you move half as fast, you notice twice as much. We create mindful objects, botanical blends, and esoteric content that make meaning from the ordinary.

About 3rd Ritual

“Binary thinking leads to limiting beliefs — good vs bad, right vs wrong, black vs white — when we live in a world with many shades of grey.”

— Excerpt from our last email. We sent six last year.

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Moon is a botanical body lotion featuring a grounding blend of essential oils carried by activated charcoal, evening primrose oil, and moonstone extract.

Walking

Ritual Spotlight

Walking

“Walking allows us to be in our bodies and in the world without being made busy by them. It leaves us free to think without being wholly lost in our thoughts.” —Rebecca Solnit

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1 of 3 Where do you hold tension in your body?

Notice your posture

2 of 3 Which part of your day is least enjoyable?

Deepen your breath

3 of 3 Which of the following quotes resonates most?

things that matter take time

Recipe

Rules for Abundant Living

i. Begin each day with intention
ii. Replace 'I want' with 'I have'
iii. Set growth-oriented goals
iv. Help others
v. End each day with gratitude

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Movement Recipe

i. Practice x3 rounds of sun salutations (here’s a good diagram if we want to include or link to an image)
ii. Apply your favorite Topical Highlighter massaging your neck, shoulders, and low back
iii. Practice x3 rounds of palm inhalation
iv. Take note of any shifts that may have occurred in your body, mind, or mood

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Rules for Living With Yourself

i. Be kind
ii. Be kind
iii. Be kind

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Ideas for Grounding

i. Sit cross-legged on the floor
ii. Go for a walk (without your phone)
iii. Practice self-massage with your favorite earthy blend
iv. Touch dirt (i.e. pot a plant, work with clay, sift sand)

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Recipe for Releasing

i. Expect less, appreciate more
ii. Remember: everyone has a suffering you know nothing about
iii. Deepen your breath
iv. Be patient—things that matter take time
v. Notice your posture, surroundings, and thoughts

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Centering Ritual

i. Place your hands on your heart
ii. Breathe deeply
iii. Notice your inhalation
iv. Notice your exhalation
v. Soften into the space behind your hands

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Writing Ritual

In the words of Julia Cameron, “We should write because writing brings clarity and passion to the act of living.” Reflect on the past, set intentions for the future, and anchor yourself to the present by way of your words.

here’s a guided version of this ritual

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Trataka Ritual

i. Light a candle
ii. Affix your gaze to the flame
iii. Deepen your breath and soften your gaze
iv. If your attention wanders, return to the flickering light—a symbol for the fluctuations of our minds
v. When it comes time to conclude your sit, blow out the candle, releasing that which no longer serves you

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Ideas for Dissolving Stagnation

i. Change your scenery
ii. Call a friend
iii. Create in a new medium
iv. Declutter your closet or inbox
v. Practice Nadi Shodhana
vi. Take a bath

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