Venusian Valentine's Day: Rose, Cocoa, and Smoothie for the Heart.
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Valentine's Day can be celebrated in many ways. Some buy flowers. Others choose chocolate. But I like the idea of love being drunk—slowly, beautifully, with the scent of roses and the tart taste of cocoa.
This post is inspired by the Venusian aesthetic—the one associated with the planet Venus and the image of Aphrodite: the goddess of beauty, sensuality, and inner radiance.
In ancient symbolism, Venus represents everything that makes a woman come alive: love, pleasure, a zest for life, the beauty of nature, flowers, fragrance, desire, and a subtle sense of feeling.
It's no coincidence that she is often depicted as being born from sea foam—and perhaps that's why the sea is so often a place of rejuvenation.
Venus and Plants
There are plants that seem to carry the energy of Venus—gentle, fragrant, warm, and powerful at the same time.
They support the heart, mood, hormonal balance, sensuality, and beauty.
And among them are six particularly "Venusian" herbs and spices:
Rose—a symbol of love and gentle support for the heart
Cocoa—the food of joy and antioxidants
Shatavari—an Ayurvedic herb of feminine power
Damiana—a renowned aphrodisiac
Jasmine—the aroma of sensuality and lightness
Saffron—warmth, energy, and subtle luxury
Today I want to share a recipe in my blog that combines several of these symbols.
Heart-Healthy Rose and Chocolate Smoothie
This smoothie looks like a dessert, but it's essentially a supportive drink. It contains berries, cocoa, and rose petals, providing antioxidants, a soft aroma, and a true ritualistic feel.
This recipe isn't for rushing. It's for a beautiful evening, a calm morning, a moment of "I choose myself."
Ingredients
¾ cup milk of your choice
1 cup frozen blueberries and/or cherries
1 tablespoon raw cacao powder
1.5 tablespoons dried rose petals
1 teaspoon shatavari powder (optional)
2 tablespoons pea protein powder (optional)
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
Preparation
Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little milk.
Serve immediately, preferably in a pretty glass or jar. Let this not just be a drink, but a small token of self-love.
A little Venusian detail
If you want to make your smoothie even more festive, add:
a pinch of vanilla
a little honey
a few rose petals on top
warm candlelight nearby
Sometimes the atmosphere is more important than the ingredients.
In conclusion
Venus isn't just about celebration or romance. It's about seeing beauty even when the world is turbulent. It's about the ability to nurture oneself without demanding perfect conditions.
Let this smoothie be a reminder: the heart needs not only protection, but also pleasure.
Inspiration
This material is based on an article by Herbal Academy (Greta Kent-Stoll). Inspiration: Herbal Academy (Greta Kent-Stoll). Text and presentation by the author, Aegean Notebooks.
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