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Made by a Clinical Herbalist & Former Registered Nurse
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Chronicles of a Witch in Training
Herbalists and other autonomous women operating outside of the patriarchy were labeled "Witches" in the middle ages. It is thought that upwards of a million women were systematically killed, many of them were Herbalists. This ended the practice of Herbalism in Continental Europe. This is also when "Western" Medicine was born.
Plants contain medicinal properties and here's the story of how I went from Registered Nurse to Mom, to Artist and Herbalist and what I've learned along the way.
dartny091
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130. Wisdom, Resilience, and the Legacy of the Crone. ✨
Sometimes it can feel like we're caught in a whirlwind, chasing after the whispers of youth, searching for alchemical trickery to rewind...
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dartny091
Jan 314 min read
129. Causes of Brain Fog and ways to help.
Brain Fog is defined as problems with memory, focus, slow thinking, fuzzy thoughts, difficulty with multitasking, finding words, planning...
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dartny091
Jan 254 min read
128. Imbolc, A Time of Rebirth.
Imbolc is steeped in reverence for the land, and all that exists on it. It marks the halfway point between the Winter Solstice and...
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dartny091
Jan 94 min read
127. The Gift of Solitude
🌿✨ Our overworked minds often overwhelm our bodies with stress hormones. The constant distractions of everyday life can leave us...
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dartny091
Jan 99 min read
126. The Microbiome and how it influences your health.
This is a repost from Dec 2018. The gut, our intestines. Scientists now call the gut our second brain. So did our ancestors. It is a...
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dartny091
Dec 26, 20244 min read
125. Omen Days? Predictions for this year.
To the Ancient Irish, the Twelve Days of Christmas were once known as Omen Days, or “Lae na Cealmhaine." On each day between December...
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dartny091
Dec 11, 20242 min read
124. Organic Plant and Herb-Based Appetizers for the Holidays?
I was assigned appetizers for the holiday meal and wanted to bring something Delicious, Plant-and-Herb-based, Easy, and Organic. Here 's...
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dartny091
Dec 4, 20243 min read
123. Ancient Ireland's Herbal Wisdom for Modern Health!
Ireland’s rich cultural history is full of age-old traditions, tales, and wisdom, especially in herbal medicine. These Ancient practices...
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dartny091
Nov 22, 20244 min read
122. What is Cortisol and why should you care?
What is Cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone produced by our adrenal glands, playing a significant role in how our bodies respond to stress....
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dartny091
Oct 31, 20243 min read
121. Communicate with your Ancestors on this day. Halloween is a new version of an Old Irish Tradition.
Samhain (So-wan) is the origin of Halloween and it was a tradition that began in Ireland. Of course, like all ancient traditions, it has...
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dartny091
Oct 23, 20242 min read
120. Understanding the Effects of Alcohol on Your Health.
In recent years, there have been mixed messages about alcohol in the news. While social drinking is seen as a normal part of our...
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dartny091
Oct 11, 20243 min read
119. The Hidden Dangers Of Food Additives.
Food additives adversely affect our health and well-being. Toxic additives are prevalent in our food here in the United States. Many...
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dartny091
Sep 24, 20245 min read
118. From Druids to Hereditary Herbalism Families: The Ó Troighthighs (Troys) and Ó Laois (Lees), - My Ancestors.
The evolution of Herbal practices in Ireland has a rich history, beginning with the esteemed Druids who served as spiritual and medicinal...
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dartny091
Sep 16, 20245 min read
117. Unveiling the Power of Herbal Rituals for Transitioning Through the Seasons: A Journey into Ancient Practices
The Autumn Equinox is Sunday, Sep 22, 2024, at 8:43 AM. In Ireland, this day is called Mabon . Loughcrew Cairns is a complex of up to 30...
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dartny091
Sep 12, 20244 min read
116. Common Mistakes When Using Herbs for their Medicinal Properties
1. Expecting immediate results like pharmaceuticals Did you know? 🌿 Over 70% of pharmaceuticals originate from herbs. These companies...
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dartny091
Aug 22, 20243 min read
115. Dragonflies and the Tuatha Dé Danann: A Journey into Ancient Irish Wisdom
The dragonfly, a symbol of transformation, adaptability, and spiritual insight, held profound significance in ancient Irish tradition. It...
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dartny091
Jul 16, 20244 min read
114. Unlocking the Power of Adaptogens: Your Guide to Natural Stress Management.
Cortisol is known as the “stress hormone.” But it has many functions in your body aside from regulating your body’s stress response....
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dartny091
Jul 12, 20241 min read
113. Stay Cool with Refreshing Herbs & Plants!
Don’t Let the Heat Get You Down: Feeling sluggish and drained from this scorching summer heat? Spiral Herbal Remedies has the answer! We...
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dartny091
Jun 12, 20244 min read
112. Autoimmune Disease/Inflammation? There's HOPE!
An autoimmune disease happens when your body mistakes parts of your body for an invader, like a microorganism or a cancer cell - and...
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dartny091
May 18, 20244 min read
111. From Bandages to Botanicals: A Former Registered Nurse's Take on Organic Herbs and Herbalism.
Beth Israel Hospital of Boston, Harvard’s teaching hospital, was my daily reality for thirteen years. As a Registered Nurse, I worked for...
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