Elder (Sambucus Canadensis): Sacred Medicine, Magic, Mythology, And Uses Of The Elder Tree

I remember when I first found the massive elderberry patch. It was a few summer solstices ago. There is an overlook deep in the state forest lands, where the roads are more goat path than vehicle worthy, and it takes about 45 minutes to go only a few miles. The overlook is facing east and […] … Continue reading Elder (Sambucus Canadensis): Sacred Medicine, Magic, Mythology, And Uses Of The Elder Tree

Wild Edibles Traditional Medicine by Linda Black Elk

When I take young people outdoors to look at plants, I often encourage them to try various wild edibles and medicinals…just little nibbles here and there of common, safe plants…the same ones that have nourished and healed our ancestors. via Wild Edibles Traditional Medicine by Linda Black Elk — LRInspire

The Nine Herb Charm and the modern herbal garden…..

The Nine Herb Charm (from the Lacunga codex Anglo-Saxon texts compiled around the eleventh century) is a Anglo Saxon spell/charm in the form of a poem. Originally it would have been Pagan and contains probable references to Woden, but over time it evolved to include Christian references also. It contains nine sacred and special herbs […] … Continue reading The Nine Herb Charm and the modern herbal garden…..

Ways to ease Seasonal Depression [Infographic]

In the depths of winter, with daylight slipping away before evening and temperatures barely hitting the freezing mark, many couples face a different kind of seasonal change: seasonal affective disorder. The psychological condition known as SAD is characterized as a major depression that arrives in the fall or winter and lifts in the spring or … Continue reading Ways to ease Seasonal Depression [Infographic]

IT’S OFFICIAL: PETS BENEFIT OUR MENTAL HEALTH

A new meta-analysis of 17 academic papers finds evidence that having a pet benefits people with mental health problems. The research also reviews the pet owners’ testimonials, laying out the various ways that pets offer them much-needed solace. Pets provide invaluable support for people with mental health problems. An increasing amount of research is pointing […] … Continue reading IT’S OFFICIAL: PETS BENEFIT OUR MENTAL HEALTH