Do you ever feel overwhelmed, drained, or taken advantage of? Perhaps you struggle to say no, constantly feel responsible for others’ feelings, or struggle to prioritize your needs. These challenges might indicate a need for stronger boundaries. Keep reading to learn how to set boundaries for more well-being. Why I Set Boundaries & How They…
The siren song of hustle culture is hard to ignore. We’re constantly told to turn hobbies into side hustles, build passive income empires, and conquer to-do lists the size of mountains. Even teenagers are bombarded with messages of “girl boss” culture and pressured to achieve a perfect “glow-up” before they’ve even had a chance to…
Dry, chapped lips are a struggle, especially during harsh weather conditions. While store-bought lip products like lip balms and lip glosses offer temporary relief, creating your DIY lip oil allows you to customize ingredients and ensure deep hydration for long-lasting results. This recipe focuses on two powerful carrier oils, castor oil and sweet almond oil, to create a deeply nourishing…
Remember that post-holiday letdown, the empty space where your Christmas tree used to be? Let’s ditch the melancholy and embrace the magic of Valentine’s Day! Your beloved tree deserves a romantic transformation, and you deserve a cozy haven to celebrate love. So, hold onto those festive vibes! Yes, I’m talking about a Valentine’s tree decked out in…
While some may think garnish is an afterthought, the humble gremolata with preserved lemons proves otherwise. This vibrant Italian condiment, a symphony of just three ingredients, takes any dish from good to great with its vibrant freshness and robust zesty punch. This recipe takes a slightly different spin on this traditional garnish using preserved lemons….
There’s no better way to keep warm than with a bowl of this hearty lentil soup. It’s not just about the warmth, though – this recipe ticks all the boxes: fast, easy, budget-friendly, and bursting with flavor. It’s also tomato-free, so no need for canned tomato paste, sauce, or other tomato products. A great benefit for…
Every year, I spot those heavily holiday-scented pine cones at grocery stores and always think the same thing- those can’t be that hard to make! Maybe you have had similar thoughts, too. Well, today is the day! Let’s make scented pine cones with essential oils for a cozy winter home. Again, you can easily purchase…
Make these quick and elegant Hanging Foraged embroidery hoop wreath craft. Whether you gather your greenery from the forest or your Christmas tree trimmings, these wreaths come together quickly for a last-minute seasonal holiday decor addition. I first made a set of these wreaths to hang in our kitchen nook, and they instantly added a…
If you don’t already love rose petals and rose hips, you’re about to fall head over heels when you make Rose Petal and Rose Hip Infused Honey. Autumn is the season to harvest rose hips from rose bushes. Letting our roses form rose hips (Rosa Canina L.) has been so much fun over the years….
It’s Here! November’s Monthly Rhythm Podcast Discover, connect, and ground in the season ahead. Explore the cycles, plants, birds, foods, folklore, recipes, and more in our Monthly Rhythms podcast. Every month brings a new spin on the rhythms that ground us in the season. Whether you are an avid follower or a novice lover of…
If you’re not in love with Calendula yet, you’re about to fall head over heels. Growing calendula (calendula officinalis) in our gardens has been so much fun over the years. Calendula has to be one of my all-time favorite plants to grow. It’s a great flowering herb for beginner gardeners to cultivate. Dried calendula flowers…
Autumn is the season of goldenrod (solidago), a final flowering herb of summer with bright yellow flowers and long, slender stalks. Their leaves hold a heavy herbal aroma cherished for their mood-uplifting qualities. Indigenous and nature-loving artists have long used goldenrod as a natural dye source. The bright flowers generate a shocking yellow color that…
Goldenrod, with its yellow bunches of flowers on long stalks, gets blamed for allergies and allergic reactions. In reality, it’s ragweed that is to blame, and Goldenrod is one of the best plant allies for immune support and calming itchy skin. Often used to ease eczema and other skin conditions due to seasonal shifts, Goldenrod…
These cinnamon and clove DIY shower steamers are fun and fast to whip up. They are the perfect way to warm up on chilly mornings and add a touch of essential oil aromatherapy to your days. Plus, they are fantastic homemade gifts that give a spa-like experience to anyone this holiday season. Spice up your…
How to make a Natural Herbal Face Steam for overcoming anxiety and finding calm. Pamper yourself and bid farewell to dry skin with a nourishing facial steam featuring a bouquet of floral botanicals and herbs! Facial steaming is a relaxing way to revitalize and deeply cleanse the skin. It’s a safe and easy way to…
If you’ve never tried growing garlic, autumn is your chance to get started. It’s one of the last plants we sow in the fall, and the first to appear in early spring. Hardneck varieties are easy to grow and have a more robust flavor than softneck varieties. For most growers, October and December are the…