Why We Need Seasonal Food Rituals

Why We Need Seasonal Food Rituals

The food culture and seasonal food rituals that I grew up with held a vein of richness that is still with me. My dad’s garden never failed to produce an overflow of fresh zucchini and squash. We lived in a town that was known for its rich history of fruit...
Herbal Stovetop Potpourri for Cleaning House

Herbal Stovetop Potpourri for Cleaning House

The windows are open, your broom is in hand, and your herb-infused cleaning vinegar is at the ready! Even for those who don’t love housework, a deep clean can be a celebratory and satisfying seasonal ritual. While you refresh the house, why not put on a pot of...
Plant Communication: How Do You Do It?

Plant Communication: How Do You Do It?

I’ve been teaching herbal medicine for over 30 years and plant communication has been part of it for about 27 years. At the beginning of my herbal studies, I felt incredibly overwhelmed. There was so much to learn, and I even thought that I might not be cut out for...
Earth Medicine: How Does the Earth Heal You?

Earth Medicine: How Does the Earth Heal You?

How does the earth heal you? What is earth medicine, and how do you bring it deeper into your life? We talk about the weather. We talk about traffic. We talk about what we’re going to eat for lunch … But do we talk about how the earth heals us? Do we talk about the...