Category: Lifestyle


  • Lifestyle: Finding Balance in Herbal Tea Making

    Solving the Real Problems That Your Business Faces Finding Balance in Herbal Tea Making As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the demands of life. Our genes, culture, and experiences shape how we relate to others, interact with technology, and respond to stressors. However, this intricate web…

  • Lifestyle: About Trauma Triggers

    Examples of Trauma Triggers in Everyday Life Here are some examples of trauma triggers in everyday life: Understanding Trauma Triggers Recognizing and understanding trauma triggers is essential for developing coping strategies and managing symptoms. By acknowledging what triggers your responses and taking steps to manage those triggers, you can reduce feelings of overwhelm and increase…

  • Lifestyle: Storing Teas and Herbs

    The Importance of Proper Storage Introduction Storing tea herbs properly is crucial to maintaining their potency, flavor, and overall quality. Here’s a detailed guide on storing teas and herbs. The Importance of Proper Storage Proper storage is essential to preserving the integrity of your bulk herbs and finished tea blends. Light, moisture, and heat can…

  • Lifestyle: Understanding Trauma

    Understanding Trauma A trauma trigger is a stimulus, situation, or memory that can cause a person to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or relive a traumatic experience. Trauma triggers are often linked to the original traumatic event(s) and can be activated by various stimuli, such as sights, sounds, smells, emotions, or even physical sensations. See also How…

  • Lifestyle: Creating Your Own Wellness Teas

    Welcome to the World of Herbal Bliss: Creating Your Own Wellness Teas As we navigate the complexities of modern life, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our natural world and the power of nature’s healing forces. But what if you could tap into that connection and create your own path to wellness? Enter the world…

  • Lifestyles: Learning from nature

    From Nature: A Reflection on Tea-Making As I spend time camping, hiking and exploring the Pacific Northwest, I’m constantly inspired by the abundance of wild plants around me. In the spring, I’d often combine fresh nettles, raspberry leaves, and maple flowers into a delightful infusion. During the summer months, I’d create improvised blends using wild…

  • Lifestyle: Sourcing Herbs

    The Importance of Locally Sourced Herbs Introduction When it comes to sourcing herbs, the age-old adage “the best place to buy is where you live” rings true. Locally grown herbs can make all the difference in the quality and potency of your herbal remedies. In the world of herbalism, terroir plays a significant role in…

  • Tea Recipes

    Tea Recipes

    Understanding Herbal Recipes Goals in creating blends When it comes to herbal tea recipes, the goal is to create blends that promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The art of blending herbs involves combining different plants to achieve specific effects, such as relaxation, energy boost, or digestive support. Factors to Consider When Blending Herbs Before…

  • Lifestyle: Honey & Blood Sugar

    Can honey spike blood sugar levels? The sweet question! Honey is a natural sweetener that contains fructose and glucose, which are simple sugars that can affect blood sugar levels. However, the impact of honey on blood sugar depends on various factors, such as the amount consumed, individual tolerance, and overall diet. Here’s what you need…

  • Lifestyle: Steeping

    Lifestyle: Steeping

    Explore Steeping herbs Steeping is a great way to make herbal tea, and it’s actually a more traditional method than infusion. Here’s what you need to know: What is steeping? Steeping is a method of brewing herbs in hot water that involves soaking the leaves or flowers in liquid for a longer period of time…