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We're in cold and flu season. With simple ingredients, you can make your own oils and balms to ease winter maladies and boost your well-being. You'll need: 1 or more fresh or dried warming herbs (whole allspice, cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, thin slices of fresh ginger, rosemary, sage, star anise, or thyme) 2 clean 8-ounce glass jars with tight-fitting lids A neutral, unscented oil (sunflower, safflower, avocado, etc.) A square of cheesecloth A small strainer Pack the herbs into a ...
The waning moon phase is a good time to retreat within ourselves to heal, sift through our experiences, and let go of those things that no longer serve us. This is especially important during the winter months, when darker days and inclement weather can wear us down. Holiday stress can also affect us, leaving us feeling frayed and depleted of energy. This is your reminder that it's okay to take a break, nourish your soul, and ease built-up tension. For this spell you will need: 1 cup dried ...
I grew up fearing cold water. Lately I've come to love and seek it out. Regular cold water immersion has many documented benefits, including boosting immunity, alleviating depression, stimulating hormone regulation, and dumping endorphins into the system. The most powerful shift for me has been the change in self-perception. I feel resilient, strong, and brave. Do you need a system-wide reset? Cold water can energize and enliven you. If you live near a body of water, immerse yourself in it ...
This traditional herbal bath aids with divinatory dreams, especially contact with guiding spirits. You will need: 1 part chamomile flowers, dried 1 part fennel seeds, dried ½ part lavender flowers, dried ½ part passionflower leaves and/or flowers, dried Mortar and pestle A mesh bag or large tea strainer (for the herbs) Mix your ingredients together and bruise lightly with a mortar and pestle. Add the mixture to a mesh bag or large tea strainer, then add to a bath of hot ...
