There has been some amazing posts this week with quite a few entries to the Natural Medicine Plant Medicine Challenge this week exploring Mullein, Ginseng, Alder. The contest runs for another week so there is still time to enter. Details Here And it wasn't just the plant medicines, there was a whole variety of topics covered, ranging from the simple act of breathing properly to discussions on, as @metametheus puts it, "To Be [sick] Or Not To Be [sick]"
In case you were wondering how we chose posts to be featured in these curations, we favour:
- original articles
- a blend of personal stories and facts/research (either anecdotal or otherwise) to engage the reader
good images or photos - novel or interesting approaches to self care through natural remedies
- content that makes us go aaaaaaaaahhhhh
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@walkerland did a whole series of posts on Lavender this week which had me longing for it's sweet smell and to taste it in her mouth watering recipes! Check out their posts
Main post Here
On growing Lavender Here
Cooking with Lavender Here and Scent Memories/Fragrance Flash Backs Here
They write:
Each time I send a parcel to someone I love, I tuck a sprig of lavender inside the box.
Unbeknownst to me, this tradition is ancient in its origins. Lavender takes its name from the Latin lavar "to wash," because the ancients used it as a perfume. Our love of lavender seems to be imprinted upon us, profoundly familiar and knowing no boundaries. Just like the ancient Egyptians, we continue to use lavender to scent, anoint, heal and to flavor food.
@trucklife-family gives a whole new perspective on the Alder tree, her birth tree. She pulls us in to the lore and essence inspiring us to connect with these trees which have so much to give. Check out their post here. They write:
I have a strong connection with the Alder Tree, it is my birth Tree and as such a tree that I really identify with. It is also the 3rd Tree in the Celtic Tree Ogham.
When we look to trees for healing, it is important to know the tree, to observe it and to feel the energy of it.
@artemislives gave us some good news and some bad news about the legendary black ginseng, (which I had never heard of before but appreciate learning about). Check out their post here. They write:
It's that one herb that many men have asked me about in whispered tones, over the years, often in a slightly embarrassed way. In my old herbal store, in messages and in emails. Mostly foreigners. Men who have heard it is THE thing. "Do you know where I can get some?" they often whisper.
@artemislives also had another fabulous post "Up Close & Personal with the Lady Juniper" Read it Here
Some other awesome posts this week!
Spring Tisane (Herbal Tea) Blending by @hempress
Welcoming you to world of Mullein - Plant Medicine - Poetry piece by @chireerocks
DTube Vlog - The Journey To Inner Freedom and also I Just Had To Share This Incredible Weight Loss Result! by @eftnow
The Importance of Breathing by @bengiles
Sleep: The Key to Healthy Brain Function, Appetite, Physical & Emotional Wellness by @kennyskitchen
Exploring A Plant Medicine From Garden: About Ginseng That You Need To Know by @anggreklestari
Rejuvalac, natures own probiotic. Restore your healthy gut bacteria the natural way, through fermentation. by @eco-alex
To Be [sick] Or Not To Be [sick] — That Is The Question by @metametheus
We hope you loved these posts as much as we did!
