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December 21, 20230Comments

The Health Benefits of Cinnamon Beyond the Kitchen

Cinnamon, the well-known aromatic spice that infuses warmth and depth into our favorite culinary delights, is much more than just a flavor enhancer. From the cozy aroma of chai tea

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Aromatherapy

Herbal Medicine

Incense as Medicine

December 15, 20230Comments

Breathing Easier: Aromatic Plants for Respiratory Health

We often breathe without much thought, until a tickle in our throats or a deep, heavy cough reminds us of our lungs' delicate and vital role in our daily life.

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Aromatherapy

Incense as Medicine

March 29, 20230Comments

Fragrance Oils and Synthetics Exposed

From the fragrant days of cave dwelling, to the glory of the ancient incense and spice routes, to mass-produced, chemical-based, aromatic mimicry, the evolution of humanity’s relationship with scent is

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Incense as Medicine

Incense Crafting

September 22, 202211Comments

Incense Crafting: A Path to Healing & Personal Fulfillment

The Art of Incense CraftingImagine walking through the depths of the forest; it’s so quiet that all you hear are the treetops swaying from the light breeze, it smells like

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Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Incense as Medicine

August 25, 20229Comments

10 Aromatic Plants for Overcoming Anxiety

The world can feel overwhelming at times. There are so many herbs that can help ease anxiety, it’s almost as if the plants know how chaotic life can feel and

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Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Ritual

December 20, 202116Comments

10 Ancient Medicinal Plants in the Bible

Did you know there are more than 10 aromatic plants mentioned in the Bible? As the holiday season unfolds, you may be putting up a Christmas tree in your living room,

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Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine

October 22, 20200Comments

What’s Missing in Most Modern Aromatic & Herbal Practices

Somehow, humanity has gotten stuck in a downward spiral of surrounding ourselves more and more with chemicals. They're in our food system, beauty products, healthcare, and just about everything else.

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Alchemy

Aromatherapy

September 23, 20200Comments

Ancient Alchemical Principles Explain The Spiritual Connection of Scent

I don't know about you, but with the fall energies coming in throughout the Northern Hemisphere, I'm feeling that Autumn inspiration once again to journey deeper into the more mystical

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Aromatherapy

Incense Crafting

August 15, 20200Comments

The Trinity of Incense: Healing, Spirit, Pleasure

Many people in the western world think incense is just used to cover up funky odors or bring on a good mood and good smell. Yes these are all truths,

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Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Incense as Medicine

Plant Profiles

Sustainability

May 13, 201741Comments

Frankincense – Divine Communion

Frankincense: the name echoes throughout the fragrant histories of the world as a champion of aromatics. One of the most popular incense materials of the ages, it has nourished many

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