The New England Herbary

                                                              There is a small green plant growing right now along the edges of your garden bed, tucked into the damp shadow beneath the stone wall, pressing itself quietly against the base of your fence. Most people walk past her without a second glance. She is not showy. She does not announce herself. She simply arrives — every year, before anything else dares to — and gets quietly to work. Her name is chickweed. And she has been tending human beings for a very long time. This week on The New England Herbary Podcast, we are deep in the threshold energy of Ostara — the Spring Equinox — and the powerful astrological crossroads that came with it: the final New Moon of the astrological year rising in Pisces on March 18th, Mercury stationing direct on the 20th after weeks of retrograde fog, and the Sun crossing into Aries to begin the astrological New Year. It has been a week of two worlds — the deep, dreaming dissolution of Pisces on one side, and the first spark of fire and new beginning on the other. We have just crossed the threshold, and chickweed has been waiting for us on the other side. In this episode, we continue our spring chickweed series with a deeper look at her traditional uses across the British Isles — from the Irish border counties where she was layered as a hot poultice over swellings and inflammation, to the Scottish Highlands where a decoction was drunk for insomnia, to the extraordinary record from the Isle of Skye where chickweed washes were used to bring on sleep after a fever. We then move into the herbal kitchen with three recipes built from a simple dried chickweed decoction: a lymph-moving spring tonic tea for the New Moon window, a chickweed and calendula threshold bath for Ostara, and a deeply nourishing chickweed and nettle mineral broth for the tender days of new beginning. This episode is for you if you have been feeling the fog of Mercury retrograde lifting. If your body is asking for something gentle and mineral-rich before spring fully arrives. If you have dried herbs in your pantry and you are wondering what to do with them. And if you, like me, find that the oldest, humblest plants in the hedgerow often have the most to teach. Chickweed is not dramatic. She is not rare. She is not expensive or exotic or difficult to find. She is simply ready — always before you expect her, always doing more than you realize — and that, I think, is exactly the kind of energy this season is asking us to embody. 🌿 Herbs & Favorite Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) Herbs featured in this Show: 1. Chickweed Dried Herb https://amzn.to/4uGz0bt 2. Chickweed Organic Tincture https://amzn.to/413MJvv 3. Chickweed Herbal Powder https://amzn.to/4bDWtBe   My favorite tea-making tools: BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L Heat proof wide mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/   🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me 🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work.   🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC is the parent company of the New England Herbary: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/

                                                        "You are not falling apart — you are thawing. The body knows before the mind does. And the plants growing quietly in the cold right now know exactly what you need."   Early spring arrives quietly in New England — not with fanfare, but with a loosening. The snowpack recedes. The bluebirds return. And somewhere in the damp, cold edges of the garden, two small plants are already growing before the ground has officially thawed. In this episode, herbalist Brenda Sullivan explores violet and chickweed as herbs for the emotional thaw of early spring — the season when the body begins releasing what it held through winter, long before the mind believes spring has arrived. Drawing on 27 years of herbal practice, Brenda weaves together the physical medicine of these overlooked early spring herbs with the deeper wisdom of the body-nature connection, and shares honestly about navigating one of the most astrologically intense stretches of 2026.   Rick Levine's March 2026 Astrological Forecast https://youtu.be/5BfTBJy6KgQ?si=XbsxV3Zpl6aEEg0- 🌿 Herbs & Favorite Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) Herbs featured in this Show: 1. Violet Tincture https://amzn.to/4sKEeBe Note: Finding dried violet flowers and leaves commercially is difficult to source. If you can't find it fresh in the wild try using a tincture. 2. Dried Chickweed https://amzn.to/4lKeWB3   My favorite tea-making tools:   BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH   Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar,  https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L   Heat proof wide mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/ 🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me   🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work.   🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC is the parent company of the New England Herbary: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ 💬 I'd love to hear how this story landed for you. Feel free to share your reflections in the comments.  

                      "Trees don't die from the present. They die from what happened in the past — slowly, quietly, underground, where no one was watching."   It is snowing outside my studio window as I record this. A real blizzard — the kind that silences the street and turns the world white and still. And yet underneath all that snow, something is already moving. In this episode, I share a story from a recent drive along the Housatonic River to a woodland lecture with an arborist — and what the trees taught me about damage that doesn't show up for years, and healing that happens slowly, underground, where no one is watching. We are standing at the threshold of the emotional thaw. That tender, unglamorous season between deep winter and spring — when what has been frozen in us begins, slowly, to move. And the wisest thing we can do right now, while the snow is still on the ground, is begin to prepare. I share five gentle herbs for late winter — dandelion root, cleavers, nettle, burdock, and red clover — not as a detox protocol, but as quiet allies for a body that is ready to soften. We also talk about simple practices for moving the lymph, hydrating deeply, and — perhaps most importantly — tending the emotional self before spring arrives with all its urgency. This one is personal. Because I am in my own thaw this winter too. This episode is for anyone who has been patient with winter and is ready — slowly, gently — to begin again.   Simple Late-Winter Tea Blend: 2 parts dried nettle leaf 1 part dried red clover blossom 1 part dried cleavers ½ part roasted dandelion root Steep one heaping tablespoon per cup in just-boiled water for 15–20 minutes. Add honey to taste. Drink one to three cups daily.   🌿 Herbs & Favorite Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) Herbs featured in this Show: 1. Dandelion Root https://amzn.to/4aBQ6PH 2. Cleavers https://amzn.to/4sfKlNM 3. Nettle https://amzn.to/4aPbPCt 4. Burdock Root https://amzn.to/4tU4CtF 5. Red Clover https://amzn.to/3Os3Iob   My favorite tea-making tools: BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker, https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH   Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar,  https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L   Heat proof wide mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/   🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me 🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work.   🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ 💬 I'd love to hear how this story landed for you. Feel free to share your reflections in the comments.  

                                                      "We are the earth element this week. We provide our own grounding."   There's a sound that marks the turning of late February — dripping water. Ice dams releasing. Snowpack thinning.  The quiet, persistent rhythm of melt and freeze that tells us something underneath is waking up. In this episode of The New England Herbary, we explore what's being revealed as eclipse energy ripples through our lives, what the rare Saturn-Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries means for your identity and inner fire, and why the humble allium — garlic, onions, leeks, and chives — is the perfect herb for this moment of cosmic reset. We also talk about the missing earth element this week, simple ways to ground yourself through the intensity, and details on this month's FREE workshop: Grounding Through the Great Reset, happening Sunday, February 22nd at 2 PM EST. Sign up for the newsletter to get the Zoom link. Pull up a chair and settle in. This one connects the sky, the soil, and the season. 🌿 Favorite Garden Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) 1. Seed Starting Trays with Humidity Domes https://amzn.to/3ORwnTy 2. 3-Pack Seed Starter Trays with Heat Mat, Seed Starter Kit with Grow Lights, 36 Large Cells Seed Germination Kit with Adjustable Humidity Vents for Indoor Plants Seeds Starting https://amzn.to/4kLyXGw 3. Heavy Duty Gardening Tools - 23-Piece Gardening Gifts for Women, Men, Mom, Dad - Durable, Ergonomic Garden Tools Set https://amzn.to/3OpFquR   My favorite tea-making tools: BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker, https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH   Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar,  https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L   Heat proof wide mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/   🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me 🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work.   🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ 💬 I'd love to hear how this story landed for you. Feel free to share your reflections in the comments.

                                          In a week that feels mentally loud and energetically unsettled, this episode is an invitation to slow down and strengthen the heart instead of rushing toward answers. As eclipse energy builds and ideas begin arriving faster than the body can follow, we turn to hawthorn — the quiet protector of the heart and guardian of thresholds. Through story, herbal wisdom, and a gentle pause, this episode explores what it means to hold the future without fear, to honor overwhelm as a signal rather than a failure, and to remember that some weeks are not for choosing the path, but for strengthening the heart that will walk it. 🌿 Herbs & Favorite Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) Herbs featured in this Show: 1. Hawthorn Berries Whole - https://amzn.to/4amS6de 2. Hawthorn Berry Extract https://amzn.to/4r6C12x   3. Hawthorn Leaves & Flowers - Dried Loose Leaf Herb for Tea https://amzn.to/4ttbzBK   My favorite tea-making tools:   BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker, https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH   Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar,  https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L   Heat-proof wide-mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq     Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/   🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me   🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work.   🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/     🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ 💬 I'd love to hear how this story landed for you. Feel free to share your reflections in the comments.

                                          Return of Inner Fire is a quiet Imbolc offering for anyone feeling worn thin by late winter — when the world feels loud, the days still feel heavy, and hope can seem fragile. In this long-form episode, we step into the old Celtic threshold of Imbolc, the season of hearth fires and becoming. Together, we explore the wisdom of tending what cannot yet be seen — hope without proof, warmth without urgency, and the steady return of inner light. You'll hear reflections on: Imbolc folklore and the enduring presence of Brigid, keeper of the hearth and the forge The illuminating energy of the Full Moon, and what it reveals in winter Herbal allies for this season of quiet restoration — rosemary for morning clarity, moringa for deep nourishment, and oatstraw and chamomile for evening calm A cozy original story, The Inner Flame, reminding us that the fire never truly goes out — it simply becomes an ember, waiting to be tended This episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe, and remember: You do not have to bloom yet. You only need to keep the fire. If you'd like to stay connected through seasonal letters, herbal teachings, and gentle companionship, you can find links in the show notes. Thank you for listening — and may your inner flame burn steady through the turning of the year. 🌿 Herbs & Favorite Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) Herbs featured in this story: 1. Moringa Leaf https://amzn.to/4a1F8Bk 2. Milky Oats / Oat Tops https://amzn.to/4a3cvnx 3. Tulsi / Holy Basil https://amzn.to/4rlebQq 4. Chamomile https://amzn.to/3Z8EyNl 5. Lavender https://amzn.to/4k9sODY   My favorite tea-making tools: BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker,  https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar,  https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L Heat proof wide mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/ 🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me 🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work.   🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ 💬 I'd love to hear how this story landed for you. Feel free to share your reflections in the comments.

                    The past weeks—and months—have felt especially heavy. Even something as simple as checking the weather can quickly turn into being flooded with difficult news and unsettling headlines. At times, it can feel like there's no quiet place to rest our attention. I know I'm not alone in feeling this way. And while we can't completely step away from the world, we can choose moments of pause. I created this video as one of those moments—a gentle space to sit, listen, and be softly guided back to ourselves. A moment to slow down, sip a cup of herbal tea, and breathe. I've come to believe that these small pauses matter more than we realize. In fact, I carry a simple wish with me: that each of us, wherever we are, might stop for a few minutes each day—make a cup of tea, sit quietly, and sip without distraction. No talking. No media. Just presence. Even thirty minutes of stillness can be a powerful act. And perhaps, if enough of us step back—just a little, just long enough—we begin to tend the world by tending ourselves. So I'll ask you gently: Will you join me for tea at 4:00 PM? Sincerely, Brenda❤️   Herbs and Favorite Tools (affiliate links) Organic Whole Chamomile Flowers https://amzn.to/3NPQmS3 Organic Nettle Leaf https://amzn.to/3YN6nur Organic Rubbed Sage Leaf https://amzn.to/4pPV93n   My favorite Loose Leaf Tea Containers and Filters BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker, https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH   Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L   Heat proof wide mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/   🌿 Join My Patreon for Exclusive Herbal & Holistic Content! ✨ Love learning about herbalism, astrology, and holistic wellness? Get exclusive access to bonus content, free class replays, DIY herbal recipes, and live Q&A sessions by becoming a Patreon member! 🌱💡 ✨ What You'll Get:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights 🌙✔ Exclusive DIY recipes & printable guides 📖✔ Access to free class replays 📺✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3 members!) 💚 Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee. ☕️ 👉 Join today & deepen your herbal wisdom: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   🌿 Herbal Consultations Are Now Open Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. Healing is not one-size-fits-all. Each body carries its own rhythms, history, and patterns, and true support begins with listening. My consultations are designed to offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (when desired) astrological insight. Whether you're seeking simple herbal support or a deeper understanding of your constitution through astrology, I offer two personalized consultation options. To learn more click here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   Buy Me A Cup of Coffee (Tea) https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021   Social Media I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0XrY Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/

    In this special seasonal episode of The New England Herbary Podcast, you're invited into A Cozy Yule Gathering — a slow, reflective journey through the traditions, plants, and quiet wisdom of the Winter Solstice. Together, we explore the ancient celebration of Yule and the longest night of the year, reflecting on how our ancestors marked this turning point with fire, evergreens, shared meals, and simple herbal comforts. You'll learn about the enduring symbolism and practical uses of evergreen allies like juniper, white pine, and cedar, and why they became powerful symbols of protection, resilience, and hope during winter's darkest days. We also step into the winter kitchen, where warming herbs and spices — rose hips, cinnamon, cloves, rosemary, orange peel, and more — helped nourish bodies and spirits when fresh food was scarce. Through folklore, history, and gentle storytelling, this episode invites you to see winter not as something to rush through, but as a season to savor. The episode closes with a personal reflection and a simple Winter Ember Tea recipe — a warming blend meant to comfort, ground, and remind us that even in darkness, light is already returning. So settle in with a warm cup of tea, light a candle, and join me for this cozy gathering as we honor rest, resilience, and the quiet promise of the returning sun. Winter Ember Tea 1 tablespoon Crushed Rose Hips 1 Tablespoon Dried Rose Petals 1 Cinnamon Stick 3-4 Cloves 1 Fresh Orange Slice Place the ingredients in a heat-proof container. I like to use a mason jar with a coffee filter tucked inside. Carefully pour boiling water over the herbs, then place a lid on top without tightening it — just rest it loosely so the steam can't escape. Let the tea steep for about 10 minutes, then strain if needed and enjoy.   🌿 Join My Patreon for Exclusive Herbal & Holistic Content! ✨ Love learning about herbalism, astrology, and holistic wellness? Get exclusive access to bonus content, free class replays, DIY herbal recipes, and live Q&A sessions by becoming a Patreon member! 🌱💡 ✨ What You'll Get:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights 🌙✔ Exclusive DIY recipes & printable guides 📖✔ Access to free class replays 📺✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3 members!) 💚 Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee. ☕️ 👉 Join today & deepen your herbal wisdom: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   🌿 Herbal Consultations Are Now Open Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants—and the stars. Your healing journey is deeply personal, and I'm honored to walk beside you. Whether you're seeking grounded herbal support or a soul-aligned path through astrology and plant medicine, I now offer two personalized consultation options to support your well-being.   🍃 Option 1: Herbal Wellness Consultation – $100 Plant-based support for your body, mind, and spirit. This session is ideal if you're looking for natural ways to restore balance, boost vitality, and explore herbal wellness. You'll receive: ✔️ A 60-minute private session (Zoom) ✔️ A thoughtful discussion of your health, lifestyle, and goals ✔️ A personalized herbal wellness plan with teas, tinctures, or rituals tailored to your needs 🌱 No astrology here—just the gentle, grounded support of the herbs.   ✨ Option 2: Herbal Astrology Consultation – $150 Astrology + Herbalism for cosmic clarity and seasonal alignment. This is a deeper, more soulful experience that weaves together your astrological chart with plant allies and energetic guidance. You'll receive everything in the Herbal Wellness Consultation, plus: 🌙 An intuitive reading of your natal chart and current transits 🌀 Insights into your elemental constitution and seasonal alignment 🌿 A custom herbal and lifestyle plan guided by your cosmic makeup Perfect if you're craving clarity, direction, and a more spiritually attuned wellness journey. 💌 Ready to Begin? Email or DM me to book your session Once I receive your request, I'll send you a quick survey form and booking link. Let's walk this path together—season by season, with the plants and stars as our guides.   Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   Show's Sponsor 🌿My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed—and a little curiosity. Gardening is a learned skill, and the best way to grow confidence is by getting your hands in the soil and keeping track of your journey along the way. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake—designed to help kids (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their progress. Inside, you'll find simple tips on the how, when, and where of planting, plus room to explore your garden with drawings, photos, and notes. It even includes fun themed garden ideas—like a Harry Potter-inspired Herb Garden, a Young Chef's Garden, or a Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden for little pollinator protectors. Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, or anyone looking to connect with nature in a fun, hands-on way. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you (and your garden) grow when you take time to journal the journey.   https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1   Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021   Social Media I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon!   Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0XrY Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/  

Exploring the Thin Veil – Mugwort and Dream Work for Samhain As the veil thins and the season shifts, we enter a time for remembering, dreaming, and listening to the whispers between worlds. In this reflective episode, I share the ancient roots of Samhain, explore the sacred symbolism of dreams, and introduce you to Mugwort — one of the most powerful herbs of the season. You'll hear stories, folklore, and a gentle dream ritual you can try at home. Whether you're honoring loved ones, navigating your own transformation, or simply longing for deeper rest, this episode is a quiet invitation to return to your inner wisdom.   Pateron: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Herbal Astrology One-on-One Consultations - Discover a holistic approach to wellness with our personalized consultation sessions. These sessions combine astrological insights and herbal knowledge to support your unique path and enhance your well-being. Email me for more information and schedule a 1 hour session: thenewenglandherbary@gmail.com Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   Show's Sponsor 🌿My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed—and a little curiosity. Gardening is a learned skill, and the best way to grow confidence is by getting your hands in the soil and keeping track of your journey along the way. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake—designed to help kids (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their progress. Inside, you'll find simple tips on the how, when, and where of planting, plus room to explore your garden with drawings, photos, and notes. It even includes fun, themed garden ideas—such as a Harry Potter-inspired Herb Garden, a Young Chef's Garden, or a Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden for little pollinator protectors. Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, or anyone seeking to connect with nature in a fun and hands-on way. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you (and your garden) grow when you take time to journal the journey. https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1 Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 Social Media I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0XrY Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/

Have you ever smiled while your heart was breaking? In this episode, Brenda J. Sullivan explores the quiet wisdom of agrimony, an herb long associated with hidden sorrow and emotional healing. Through personal story, folklore, and herbal insight, she invites listeners to reflect on the "cheerful mask" we often wear and what it means to take it off. From Anglo-Saxon sleep charms to the plant's modern uses for tension and emotional release, Brenda shares how agrimony shows up as both metaphor and medicine. Settle in with a warm cup of tea and join her for a soulful exploration of grief, resilience, and the plant that helps us soften the burdens we hide. ✍️ Join my newsletter! https://thenewenglandherbary.com/newsletter-signup/   Reference: Journal Article Zeković, M., Rosić, M., Savić-Gajić, I., Savić, S., & Savić, A. (2021). The therapeutic effects of Agrimonia eupatoria L. Plants, 10(11), 2349. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants10112349   Websites / Blog Articles The Herbal Academy. (n.d.). Agrimony. The Herbal Academy Herbarium. https://herbarium.theherbalacademy.com/monograph/agrimony/ Wood, M. (2023, June 19). The indispensable relaxant – Agrimony. Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism. https://www.matthewwoodinstituteofherbalism.com/blog/the-indispensable-relaxant-agrimony The School of Evolutionary Herbalism. (2023, August 9). Agrimony: The tense but relaxed remedy. Evolutionary Herbalism. https://www.evolutionaryherbalism.com/2023/08/09/agrimony-the-tense-but-relaxed-remedy/ Blood and Spicebush. (n.d.). Agrimony: "And he shal sleepyn as he were deed". Blood and Spicebush Blog. https://www.bloodandspicebush.com/blog/agrimony-and-he-shal-sleepyn-as-he-were-deed Rector, G. (n.d.). Agrimony: Friend or foe? Durrant Farms. https://durrantfarms.com/pasture-maintenance-lessons-with-agrimony/   Books Garrett, J. T. (2003). The Cherokee herbal: Native plant medicine from the four directions (p. 55). Bear & Company. Allen, D. E., & Hatfield, G. (2004). Medicinal plants in folk tradition: An ethnobotany of Britain & Ireland (pp. 146–148). Timber Press. Websites Pateron Join the Rooted Wellness Circle on Pateron  https://patreon.com/thenewenglandherbary?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   Herbal Astrology One-on-One Consultations - Discover a holistic approach to wellness with our personalized consultation sessions. These sessions combine astrological insights and herbal knowledge to support your unique path and enhance your well-being. https://www.farmtobath.com/products/herbal-astrology-one-on-one-consultations Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   Show's Sponsor Farm to Bath| Our philosophy is to live a locally focused, naturally beautiful life, a lifestyle choice that is infused into the products we make. The ingredients are locally grown and/or acquired and are as basic and pure as nature itself. Each bar is full of fragrant aromatics that provide a rich, moisturizing lather with no artificial colors or preservatives added - naturally beautiful!    https://www.farmtobath.com/   🌿My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed—and a little curiosity. Gardening is a learned skill, and the best way to grow confidence is by getting your hands in the soil and keeping track of your journey along the way. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake—designed to help kids (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their progress. Inside, you'll find simple tips on the how, when, and where of planting, plus room to explore your garden with drawings, photos, and notes. It even includes fun themed garden ideas—like a Harry Potter-inspired Herb Garden, a Young Chef's Garden, or a Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden for little pollinator protectors. Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, or anyone looking to connect with nature in a fun, hands-on way. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you (and your garden) grow when you take time to journal the journey. https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1 Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 Social Media I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0XrY

Picture by AI In today's special episode, I'm joined by my dear friend and co-facilitator Heather Whitehouse—an intuitive healer and Akashic Records practitioner—for a heartfelt conversation on healing our inner wounded warrior through astrology, soul memory, and plant rituals. Picture used with permission from Heather Whitehouse[/caption] We're sharing a behind-the-scenes glimpse into our upcoming workshop, Healing the Wounded Warrior: Chiron, the Akashic Records & Herbal Remedies, which will be held on Friday, April 25th, at Eclipse Holistic Living in Glastonbury, Connecticut, and stream live on Zoom. Together, we'll explore: What the Akashic Records are and how they reveal your soul's journey The role of Chiron in your birth chart and how it reflects your core emotional wounds And how the healing power of herbs can support your path back to wholeness So, whether you're deep in your healing work or just starting to explore your cosmic blueprint, this episode reminds you that your wounds do not define you—they initiate you. Heather's Contact Info  https://www.heatherwhitehouse.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.whitehouse.10 Link to Register for Workshop on April 25, 2025 https://mailchi.mp/thompsonstreetfarm/healing-with-the-mythical-planet-chiron-akashic-records-herbal-remedies   Personal Update Picture Brenda J. Sullivan[/caption] A gloomy day at Thompson Street Farm Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan Editing the episode by a warm fire and a warm cup of tea. 🔥🫖☕️ Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan Hike at the Great Meadows Conservation Trust - Beehive Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan A morning hike on the Shenipsit Trail. A beautiful morning on the trail. We climbed 500 feet in elevation, almost above the treeline. A lovely juvenile Bald Eagle appeared to be following us.   Graphic by Brenda J. Sullivan Join my Patreon Community! Pateron: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Picture by AI Herbal Astrology One-on-One Consultations - Discover a holistic approach to wellness with our personalized consultation sessions. These sessions combine astrological insights and herbal knowledge to support your unique path and enhance your well-being. https://www.farmtobath.com/products/herbal-astrology-one-on-one-consultations   Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor Show's Sponsor Farm to Bath| Our philosophy is to live a locally focused, naturally beautiful life, a lifestyle choice that is infused into the products we make. The ingredients are locally grown and/or acquired and are as basic and pure as nature itself. Each bar is full of fragrant aromatics that provide a rich moisturizing lather with no artificial colors or preservatives added - naturally beautiful!    https://www.farmtobath.com/ 🌿My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed—and a little curiosity. Gardening is a learned skill, and the best way to grow confidence is by getting your hands in the soil and keeping track of your journey along the way. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake—designed to help kids (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their progress. Inside, you'll find simple tips on the how, when, and where of planting, plus room to explore your garden with drawings, photos, and notes. It even includes fun themed garden ideas—like a Harry Potter-inspired Herb Garden, a Young Chef's Garden, or a Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden for little pollinator protectors. It is perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, or anyone looking to connect with nature in a fun, hands-on way. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you (and your garden) grow when you journal the journey. https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1 Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 Social Media I would love to hear about your experience trying out recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay updated with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/

Today's episode is about renewal, and how herbs can support your body as we move from winter's stillness into the energy of spring. We'll discuss how spring affects our bodies energetically and physically, how traditions like Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda view this season, and, of course, which herbs can help you align with the season of growth, clarity, and movement. My little friend Chippy is awake and out of this den. This is Grey, they like to eat breakfast together. 🐿️ ❤️ Barred Owl - at neighbor's house. 🦉   I built the beehive, and it's ready to be placed in its permanent home in the garden. 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These sessions combine astrological insights and herbal knowledge to support your unique path and enhance your well-being. https://www.farmtobath.com/products/herbal-astrology-one-on-one-consultations Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor Sources & References 1. Milk Thistle & Liver Regeneration Silymarin's Role in Liver Regeneration & Detoxification: Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Discusses the liver's importance in vitality and detoxification, including herbal and planetary influences​. Paracelsus, The Archidoxes of Magic – Notes the alchemical principles behind herbal medicine and planetary rulerships​. Bartlett, Robert Allen. Real Alchemy – Describes the purification and transformation processes in herbal alchemy, which relate to liver detoxification​. 2. Burdock Root & Blood/Lymphatic Detox Burdock as a Blood Purifier and Lymphatic Support: Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Describes how the blood and lymph are ruled by planetary forces and affected by seasonal shifts​. Andrea L. Gehrz, Astrological Remediation – Discusses how herbs like burdock root can counteract stagnation in the body's natural detox pathways​. Paracelsus, The Archidoxes of Magic – Explores the doctrine of signatures, which connects burdock's deep roots to its ability to cleanse deeply​. 3. Lemon Balm & Liver-Nervous System Connection Lemon Balm's Effect on Stress & Liver Function: Gehrz, Andrea L. Astrological Remediation – Explains how stress impacts digestion and detoxification via planetary influences​. Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Connects lemon balm's planetary rulership (Moon and Mercury) with its ability to balance emotions and support detoxification​. Paracelsus, The Archidoxes of Magic – Discusses how herbs that affect the nervous system also influence digestion and detox processes​. 4. Chlorophyll-Rich Foods & Detoxification Chlorophyll's Role in Detox & Blood Oxygenation: Bartlett, Robert Allen. Real Alchemy – Explains the role of plant-based elements like chlorophyll in spiritual and physical purification​. Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Discusses the connection between the body's vitality and solar energy through chlorophyll-rich plants​. 5. Spring Wellness Rituals & Detoxification Spring Detox Practices & Movement for Liver Health: Gehrz, Andrea L. Astrological Remediation – Discusses seasonal shifts and how movement influences planetary energies​. Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Highlights the importance of seasonal shifts in metabolism and how herbal remedies can enhance vitality​. Lilly, William. Christian Astrology – Notes the timing of seasonal changes and their effects on the body​. Show's Sponsor Farm to Bath| Our philosophy is to live a locally focused, naturally beautiful life, a lifestyle choice that is infused into the products we make. The ingredients are locally grown and/or acquired and are as basic and pure as nature itself. Each bar is full of fragrant aromatics that provide a rich moisturizing lather with no artificial colors or preservatives added - naturally beautiful!    https://www.farmtobath.com/     My Garden Journal: A How To Garden Book For Kids| Gardening is a learned skill - everyone has to start somewhere, and a journal provides the best way to improve your gardening skills to ensure more success and fewer failures. The intent of this journal is to simultaneously teach basic gardening techniques while providing a place to record your journey with important information about the "how, when, and where" to grow food and flowers. There are suggestions for themed gardens such as "A Harry Potter Garden," "A Young Chef's Garden," or a "Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden" for budding Naturalists and places to either sketch or photograph your plants to remember their appearance for the next growing season. You'll be amazed at how much you learn by journaling about your garden! https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1 Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 Social Media I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon!   Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/      

Today's episode is really special because we're diving deep into the Spring Equinox – not just as a date on the calendar but as a pivotal moment for our bodies, minds, and spirits.    Links Mentioned:     🌿 Join My Patreon Community! 🌿 Love the podcast? Dive deeper into herbal wisdom, seasonal rituals, and exclusive content by joining my Patreon! ✨ As a member, you'll get: ✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights 🌙 ✔ Exclusive DIY recipes & printable guides 📜 ✔ Free replays of online classes 🎥 ✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) 🌱 👉 Join the community today: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   Spring Equinox & Herbal Renewal Workshop In Person - Date: March 27, 2025 - Fee: $45 - Register Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sI9Cd75ifWddJCdR5 Celebrate the changing of the seasons with our Spring Equinox & Herbal Renewal Workshop! As the day and night come into balance, so too can our bodies and minds. This 2-hour interactive session will explore how the Spring Equinox signals renewal, vitality, and cleansing and how we can use seasonal herbs and planetary influences to align with nature's rhythms. Spring Equinox & Herbal Renewal Workshop Zoom Version - Date: March 26, 2025 - Fee: $20 Register Link: https://buy.stripe.com/bIY5lX3T639rfRK00h   Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   Herbal Astrology One-on-One Consultations - Discover a holistic approach to wellness with our personalized consultation sessions. These sessions combine astrological insights and herbal knowledge to support your unique path and enhance your well-being. Click the link to learn more: https://www.farmtobath.com/products/herbal-astrology-one-on-one-consultations   Show's Sponsor Info:   Farm to Bath| Our philosophy is to live a locally focused naturally beautiful life, a lifestyle choice that is infused into the products we make. The ingredients are locally grown and/or acquired and are as basic and pure as nature itself. Each bar is full of fragrant aromatics that provide a rich moisturizing lather with no artificial colors or preservatives added - naturally beautiful!    https://www.farmtobath.com/   My Garden Journal: A How To Garden Book For Kids| Gardening is a learned skill - everyone has to start somewhere, and a journal provides the best way to improve your gardening skills to ensure more success and fewer failures.   The intent of this journal is to simultaneously teach basic gardening techniques while providing a place to record your journey with important information about the "how, when, and where" to grow food and flowers.   There are suggestions for themed gardens such as "A Harry Potter Garden," "A Young Chef's Garden," or a "Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden" for budding Naturalists and places to either sketch or photograph your plants to remember their appearance for the next growing season.   You'll be amazed at how much you learn by journaling about your garden!   https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1   Music:    A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021   Social Media Links: I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Follow me on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon!   Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/

Today, I want to talk about how astrology and herbs can help us stay grounded and balanced. Whether you've faced personal challenges or you just feel overwhelmed by everyday life, creating intentional routines with herbs and astrology has been a game-changer for me. It's not about treating a specific ailment—it's about aligning with natural energies and finding balance in your well-being. Throughout today's episode, I'll walk you through: The four elements—Fire, Earth, Air, and Water—and their significance in astrology. How these elements show up in herbs and how you can use them to support emotional and physical well-being. I'll also share personal stories from my journey, plus practical tips for starting your own routine. So, grab a cup of tea, and let's dive in!   Book Recommendations Evolutionary Herbalism: Science, Spirituality, and Medicine from the Heart of Nature,Sajah Popham  New Product Offerings! FREE 3 Day Workshop How Astrology and Herbs Bring Balance and Wellness Starting October 29, 2024 - 7 PM EST   Sign up NOW! Registration is closing in the coming days!   Herbal Astrology One-on-One Consultations- Discover a holistic approach to wellness with our personalized consultation sessions. These sessions combine astrological insights and herbal knowledge to support your unique path and enhance your well-being.      Unlock the Secrets of Personalized Wellness with Your FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide   Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively.   For more information about Alexander check his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   Song: Planning - 320bit - September 5, 2021 Social Media Links I would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Please follow us on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon!   Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/  

Valentine's Day is just a couple of days away, and this show is about the holiday from a woman's perspective, whether you are in a relationship or not. I've been married for almost 30 years, and I want to put the holiday into perspective. My friends and I discuss the unrealistic expectations set by society and the impact they can have on mental health.   The greeting card industry created Valentine's Day as a marketing ploy and its history, including the concept of aphrodisiacs. Brenda's guest mentions that she creates boundaries for herself and celebrates the holiday in a more meaningful and personal way, with her family and in a cozy manner.   The show also gets into the topic of aphrodisiacs and the concept of herbal actions related to aphrodisiacs. I share different cultures, including the Greeks and the Chinese, who have documented their beliefs in aphrodisiacs and the use of herbal remedies.   (Go To LLH Website) Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links) The Sexual Herbal: Prescriptions for Enhancing Love and Passion, by Brigitte Mars A.H.G Making Love Potions: 64 All-Natural Recipes for Irresistible Herbal Aphrodisiacs, by Stephanie L. Tousles The Real Self Love Handbook: A Proven 5-Step Process to Liberate Your Authentic Self, Build Resilience and Live an Epic Life by Andrea Pennington Thank you Thesea Theresa Velendzas Life & WellnessCoach Certified Health Coach, Certified IFS Practitioner, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Breathwork Coach For more information, check out her website https://www.altraform.com/ Recipes Brenda's Love Tea Herbal Energy Balls Fire and Ice Massage Oil Chocolate Dipping Sauce (My Family Recipe) Reference Links Taking the Pressure Off Valentine's Day for Both Couples and Singles   - Psychology Today Article Dealing with Valentine's Day Depression - Anxiety & Depression Association of America article 10 Ways to Enjoy Valentine's Day Solo - Very Well Mind article Show's Sponsor Farm to Bath| Our philosophy is to live a locally focused naturally beautiful life, a lifestyle choice that is infused into the products we make. The ingredients are locally grown and/or acquired and are as basic and pure as nature itself. Each bar is full of fragrant aromatics that provide a rich moisturizing lather with no artificial colors or preservatives added - naturally beautiful! [caption id="attachment_941" align="aligncenter" width="568"] Farm to Bath[/caption] My Garden Journal: A How To Garden Book For Kids| Gardening is a learned skill - everyone has to start somewhere, and a journal provides the best way to improve your gardening skills to ensure more success and fewer failures. The intent of this journal is to simultaneously teach basic gardening techniques while providing a place to record your journey with important information about the "how, when, and where" to grow food and flowers. There are suggestions on themed gardens such as "A Harry Potter Garden", "A Young Chef's Garden", or a "Monarch Butterfly Superhero Garden" for budding Naturalists and places to either sketch or photograph your plants to remember their appearance for the next growing season. You'll be amazed at how much you will learn by journaling about your garden! https://www.amazon.com/My-Garden-Journal-Book-Kids/dp/1732999007/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=My+garden+journal&qid=1585320201&sr=8-1 Music A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit - September 5, 2021 Social Media Links We would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Please follow us on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Twitter: @Livingandlovin6 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ Brenda J. Sullivan Books: https://brendajsullivanbooks.com/    

Smudging is a traditional practice that has been used for centuries and is a popular tool in many spiritual communities today. It is a simple yet powerful way to reset and refresh energy and create a peaceful atmosphere by burning herbs or incense and releasing the smoke that carries away any old negative energy and invites in new, positive energy. Smudging can be used for various purposes, from cleansing your home to healing your body, mind, and spirit. In this blog post, we'll explore smudging, how it works, why it's important, and tips on how to smudge correctly. Join me to learn about smudging and explore the various herbs used for this purpose.   Links Mentioned Herbal Home Support for Cold and Flu Season - Free Ebook Follow me on Medium Living and Lovin Herbs Publication on Medium Buy me a cup of Tea Reference Link Medicinal Smoke Reduces Airborne Bacteria - Pubmed Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links) Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Transformation, by Dr. Benjamin Hardy Sacred Herb Bundles For Energy Cleansing: Your Guide to a Powerful Healing Practice to Purify, Bless and Inspire by Kiera Fogg The Healing Power of Smudging: Cleansing Rituals to Purify Your Home, Attract Positive Energy, and Bring Peace into Your Life, by Rodika Tchi Smudging Tools Smudge Stick Variety Gift Set | Bulk Sage Bundles for Space Cleansing | Smudging Wand Gift Set with Smudge Guide (Essential Sage, 6 Pack) Luna Sundara - 100 g. Palo Santo Smudging Sticks from Peru Sustainably Harvested Quality Hand Picked - (Approximately 12-20 Sticks) New Quick Light Charcoal by Charcoal Master – Instant Coal Disks – Incense Coal Tablets – Charcoal Disks – Set of 100 Charcoal Disks per Box – Quick Light Charcoal Briquettes (33mm Capsule) Incense Burner, Incense Burner Holder, Cast Iron Incense Burner with Incense Stick Holder, and Fireproof Cotton. Ideal for Incense Sticks, Resin Incense, Cone Incense and Ritual Purposes, Decor, Etc.…   A special thank you to Alexander Nakarada for writing and producing this music. I am a Patreon Member and support Alexander creatively. For more information about Alexander, check out his website https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/ Song: Planning - 320bit - September 5, 2021 Social Media We would love to hear about your experience trying out any recipes featured on our podcasts! Please follow us on all our social media outlets so you can stay up to date with all the new recipes we feature. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Twitter: @Livingandlovin6 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ Brenda J. Sullivan Books: https://brendajsullivanbooks.com/

Cancer has hit my home. I'll share some research I've been doing and the anti-inflammatory diet I created for my husband. What foods am I using, including some medicinal mushrooms, herbs, and recipes? 🌎 Website: Living and Loving Herbs Podcast https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ 📰 Sign up for our newsletter to learn more about herbs, promotions, and news we have to share. www.livingandlovinherbs.com/friday 📚 Check out all our books! www.Brendajsullivanbooks.com Counting Trees: Counting Book For Toddlers Coloring Book Included (Kids Count Series) https://amzn.to/34gw65I 🤧 Free Ebook - https://livingandlovinherbs.com/cold 👩🏼 Join us every Sunday at 10 AM EDT for Herb Talk Live! On Youtube, Facebook, and Clubhouse. ⚖️ Disclaimer: The information presented in this show is for informational, reference, and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as a substitute for a diagnosis and/or treatment. All health-related questions should be directed to your healthcare provider. 🛒 🛍 Companies / Products / Books I personally use and recommend: (Affiliates) 🌿 Mountain Rose Herbs - https://livingandlovinherbs.com/Rose 📚🌿 Herbal Academy - https://livingandlovinherbs.com/HA ~ ~ ~ ~ Books Mentioned During the Show - the recipes in these books I've made for my husband during and after his cancer treatment. I like many of the recipes and recommend these books. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Anti-Cancer Smoothies: Healing with Superfoods by Linda H. Harris https://amzn.to/3cvgT57 Foods to Fight Cancerood: What to eat to reduce your risk. by Richard Beliveau Ph.D. and Dr. Denis Gingras https://amzn.to/3AApJ9y The Living Kitchen: Nourishing Whole-Food Recipes For Cancer Treatment and Recovery https://amzn.to/3cCsaAy Cooking Through Cancer: Treatment to Recovery by Lisa A. Price, ND and Susan Gins, MA, MS, CN https://amzn.to/3B1rjmj The Cancer-Fighting Kitchen: Nourishing, Big-Flavor Recipes for flavor Cancer Treatment and Recovery https://amzn.to/3Tt618l Social Media Follow us on all our social media outlets. We would love to hear if you tried these podcasts' recipe(s). Living and Lovin Herbs Website: https://livingandlovinherbs.com/ Farm to Bath Website: https://www.farmtobath.com/ Instagram: @livingandlovinherbspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingandlovinherbspodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Twitter: @Livingandlovin6 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuHD-5N2tPYDbWwI4wzIJA Thompson Street Farm LLC: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ Brenda J. Sullivan Books: https://brendajsullivanbooks.com/   

Today we're learning some of the techniques of mushroom foraging from a seasoned mushroom hunter Judy Bunonocore. She shares with us how she learned about mushroom foraging. She offers suggestions on beginning mushroom foraging, cleaning and storing your precious finds, books, and mushroom societies that teach foraging here in the northeast, and so much more. Sign up for my newsletter https://livingandlovinherbs.com/friday