December 2011
4 posts
theyeofabengal:
Iba fun Eleduah
translation: Praises to the most high
Honeyed Excrements: Sixteen Truths of Ifa: →
honeyedexcrements:
1. This is a benevolent Universe created by a benevolent God 2. You need have no fear 3. There is a single Creative Force (God) 4. There is no Devil 5. It is your birthright to be joyful, successful and loved 6. Personal empowerment is your engine for success and fulfillment 7. You…
October 2011
4 posts
The Seven chakras and their corresponding Orisha
1st (root) chakra: Shango Goals: 1. Relax tensions in order to reduce karma and worldly entanglement. 2. Refine sense organs so the confusion and pain do not follow the seeking of temporary satisfaction 3. Guard against polluting sensory organs though over-indulgence. 4. Begin to act wisely and with moderation 5. Seek liberation from lower realms. 6. Guard against violent behavior based on...
Being Blog: Dancing the Stories of the Orishas →
beingblog:
by Nancy Rosenbaum, producer
In Cuban Santeria (also known as La Regla Ocha and La Regla Lucumi), orishas are revered deities who rule over different earthly elements. They are called through dance and drum rituals to interact with humans.
Oshun, for example, is an orisha…
August 2011
4 posts
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“Until man duplicates a blade of grass, nature can laugh at his so-called...”
– Thomas Edison
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Esu: sympathetic nervous system, para sympathetic...
A few herbs
Oatstraw
Lemon Balm
Skullcap
Nettles
Orange
Chamomile
June 2011
15 posts
Be Prepared Radio: Mad Herbalist Show 06-11-2011 →
bepreparedradio:
Posted on June 11, 2011 Saturday, June 11th. 1:00-2:00PM CT: The Mad Herbalist Show with Kal Sellers. Learn how to take control of your health, be effective at natural healing options and be prepared for your own and your neighbor’s natural healing needs….
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May 2011
7 posts
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Spiraea Herbs: The Great Ginger Beer Experiment -... →
spiraeaherbs:
Feeding the Culture
It’s been six days of feeding my lacto-fermented soda culture. Each morning I awoke to more bubbles than the day before. I was delighted to see that this culture might actually be working! As I mentioned in Part 1, this is my third attempt at creating a soda culture. The…
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Be Prepared Radio: Mad Herbalist Show 05-07-2011 →
bepreparedradio:
Mad Herbalist Show 05-07-2011
Saturday, May 7th. 1:00-2:00PM CT: The Mad Herbalist Show with Kal Sellers. Learn how to take control of your health, be effective at natural healing options and be prepared for your own and your neighbor’s natural healing…
Paleo Diet in A Nutshell
Eat 1. Pasture raised or wild meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and any natural animal fat 2. Vegetables, including leaves, stems, bulbs, roots 3. Fruits and berries (includes avocados and olives) 4. Nuts such as almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans, coconut, etc. 5. Herbs and spices
Avoid/minimize (in order of importance) 1. Sweeteners, including sugar (white, brown, organic, whatever), maple syrup,...
“Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine,...”
– Luther Burbank, American botanist
April 2011
16 posts
In medieval times, thyme was a charm for seeing...
Age Old Beauty Tip: Bathe your face in the morning...
A little herb story: The Forget-Me-Not
After the Lord had created the Garden of Eden A Christian legend tells that He walked through it and gave every plant a name. He cautioned each plant to be careful not to forget its name, then turned to leave. At this moment He heard the small voice of a diminutive flower at His feet, asking: “By what name am I called, O Lord?” and the Lord, struck by His own forgetfulness, ...
“There is always music amongst the trees in the garden, but our hearts must be...”
– Minnie Aumonier
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“Love is the face and body of the Universe. It is the connective tissue of the...”
– Barbara Ann Brennan, Hands of Light (via zenforest)
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When Someone You Love Has Cancer →
acupuncturegirl:
Excerpt:
Know What to Say
Before saying anything, first try to listen. Allow the patient to express his feelings, his fears and his needs. Allow him to be silent if he chooses not to talk about himself for the moment. One’s physical presence or availability may be enough to reassure a loved one or co-worker that he is not alone in his sufferings.
Knowing what to say is...
“I believe in kindness. Also in mischief. Also in singing, especially when...”
– Mary Oliver
