Lemon Balm – Melissa officinalisIt is a well-known and much-loved herb — yet often misunderstood and not always used in the right way.Most people know it as a nervine. And while its herbal actions DO address the nervous system, it’s important to understand the herb’s personality — because not all nervines work the same way….
Lady’s Mantle — remembering womb’s wisdom
Lady’s Mantle — Alchemilla mollis / vulgarisNo wonder her name evokes a female cloak — a soft embrace and a gentle protection.This herb has quietly served women for centuries, nurturing the womb and holding us through transitions, without fuss or fanfare. I gather this herb every year, as countless women did before me — guided…
Sage — grandmother’s love
Working with plants it is always a special experience for me, as I get to be in the presence of their unique personalities. And I’m continually moved by how deeply they care for us, how generously they give. I’m grateful to the moon and back for the way they show up—quietly, steadily, with ancient love….
Hawthorn Hydrosol – Heart’s Guardian
At the beginning of May, I distilled Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna). I had already been making teas and tinctures from its fruits and blossoms, but this was my first time capturing its essence as an aromatic water (hydrosol). I felt a calling from this magical tree, and even though it breaks my heart to pick its…
NOW is the TIME for the Spring Detox
Spring is not just a season—it’s a powerful shift in nature that has guided humans for centuries. After the slow, heavy energy of winter, spring brings renewal, movement, and cleansing. It’s the perfect moment to shake off stagnation, shed what is not serving, awaken the body, and gently support our detox pathways. Why Spring Is…
Parenting in a Toxic World: How Lifestyle Choices Impact Children’s Mental Health
The data is undeniable: an increasing number of children are being diagnosed with mental health disorders as they enter school. As these numbers rise, we must confront an important question: what kind of society will we have 20 years from now? This is a complex issue. It’s not always easy to distinguish between genuine pathologies…
Hippocrates’ Healing Hierarchy: A Timeless Approach to Health
Around 400 BC, Hippocrates, who is often called the father of medicine, laid the foundations of healing practices that have been used for centuries. Yet, in today’s fast-paced world, we find ourselves rediscovering and relearning these principles, as much of this wisdom that was lost in the rush of modern development. Hippocrates created a system…
Mastering the Art of Control
Focusing on what you can control not only enhances productivity but also has profound benefits for mental health. Here’s how shifting your focus to what’s within your control can transform your mindset and enhance your well-being: 1. Channel Your Energy Into Actionable Steps When we worry about things outside our control, like other people’s actions,…
Finding Your Focus
How to Manage Overwhelm by Prioritizing What Matters and What You Can Control In a world that demands so much from us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When we’re juggling multiple responsibilities, facing unexpected challenges, or dealing with life’s uncertainties, anxiety and irritability can quickly follow. But there’s a powerful tool that can help us…
We are complex beings, and so is our mental health
Human beings are intricately woven from physical, emotional, and mental threads that interconnect to form the whole of our existence. Despite this complexity, Western medicine often approaches health in a segmented manner, where each specialist focuses narrowly on specific organs or body systems. This separation sometimes leads to a limited understanding, missing the broader picture…