Krista's Herbarium
a collection of herbal remedies, recipes, and reveries
Tag: Krista’s Herbs
CO JE AROMATICKÉ HOJENÍ?
Translated by Dana Lebedova Zelená země sesílá své kadidlo. Z mnoha jediná horská svatyně; Ze složeného listu a oroseného šálku nalévá své posvátné víno.John Greenleaf Whittier Miluji pálení kadidla. Cítím, že to povznáší moji náladu, odlehčuje mého ducha a poskytuje mipřízemní atmosféru. Kromě toho… Continue Reading “CO JE AROMATICKÉ HOJENÍ?”
UMĚNÍ JIZEV
Translated by Dana Lebedova (thanks, Dana!) Aktuálně jsem v nemocnici. Nervově jsem se zhroutila. Po traumatech z dětství a mnoha letech nekonečného stresu a utrpení, které nabývalo na intenzitě jsem se rozpadla … na kousky. Začátkem tohoto týdne jsem měla silnou vizi: Byla to… Continue Reading “UMĚNÍ JIZEV”
Herbs vs. Pharmaceuticals
To every thing there is a season,and a time to every purpose under the heaven Unfortunately, I became very prejudiced against pharmaceuticals when I became an herbalist. It was particularly rough for me to admit that my daughter needed to be on pharmaceuticals instead… Continue Reading “Herbs vs. Pharmaceuticals”
Aroma Buddies
In hospital, I have the opportunity to do arts and crafts. It is a bit like kindergarten, but totally therapeutic. Ceramics is my favourite and I go there four times a week. It has been very healing for me to work with my hands.… Continue Reading “Aroma Buddies”
Plant Families
The first step in wisdom is to know the things themselves; this notion consists in having a true idea of the objects; objects are distinguished and known by classifying them methodically and giving them appropriate names. Therefore, classification and name-giving will be the foundation… Continue Reading “Plant Families”
Perfume 501
Make me a fragrance that smells like love. -Christian Dior Creating a personal blend step-by-step is easy. And difficult. But, mostly easy. Here’s how I do it. Step 1: Choose some essential oils that you like. Look at Michael Edwards’ Fragrance Wheel to see… Continue Reading “Perfume 501”
A Quiet Place
A strong vision came to me today, clear and colourful and alive: When my consciousness arrives, I’m laying on a soft green bed of moss. With eyes still closed, I notice the sounds of birds and insects. There is a cacophany of sound, yet… Continue Reading “A Quiet Place”
Psych Ward Fun Facts #1
Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. – Fred Rogers Even though I have some second hand experience because of my… Continue Reading “Psych Ward Fun Facts #1”
Perfume 401
The physician treats, but nature heals. -Hippocrates Create perfumes that heal What you need: Essential oils Carrier oil: something light with no scent like jojoba oil, sweet almond oil or grape seed oil Clear, amber or blue 10 ml glass roll-on bottles (use clear… Continue Reading “Perfume 401”
Herbalism 101: Lesson 1
The plants have enough spirit to transform our limited vision. -Rosemary Gladstar Activity 1: Seeing Identify three herbs that grow in your area or you are familiar with already. Read their monographs online or on Kristas Herbarium. (What’s a monograph?) Read sample monographs on… Continue Reading “Herbalism 101: Lesson 1”
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