ritual Archives – The Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine

April 25, 20250Comments

Jasmine Benefits for the Mind, Body, and Soul

The alluring aroma of Jasmine is more than just a scent – it’s an experience that lingers in the soul. Ethereal, intoxicating, and deeply evocative, Jasmine carries an almost sacred

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Human/Plant Connection

Natural Perfumery

Ritual

March 13, 20250Comments

Poetry in a Bottle: The Art of Natural Perfumery

Natural perfumery is the art of the unseen, a symphony of botanicals and emotions, creating an aura that is uniquely yours. A great perfume is more than just a fragrance

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine

January 9, 20250Comments

The Benefits of Pine Resin & How to Harvest It

I will never forget meeting my friend Sam (name changed to spare them any embarrassment), a budding herbalist radiating excitement and curiosity about the wonders of the natural world. One

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Herbal Medicine

Human/Plant Connection

December 19, 20240Comments

The Power of Frankincense: Boosting Immunity and Overall Well-Being

Thousands of years ago, in ancient kingdoms, the air was thick with the rich, aromatic smoke of Frankincense. This sacred resin, harvested from Boswellia trees, played a central role in

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

December 9, 20240Comments

The Many Benefits of Jasmine

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of smelling Jasmine, you know how captivating its scent is. Beyond its delightful fragrance and ornamental appeal, Jasmine offers a treasure trove of health

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

November 26, 20240Comments

Herbal Tea Blending for Stress Relief

Have you ever sipped an herbal tea so delightful it felt like a warm hug in a cup? Or struggled to finish one that tasted more like murky pond water

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Aromatic Recipes

Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine

Herbal Medicine

Human/Plant Connection

Plant Profiles

Sustainability

November 7, 20241Comments

Pine Needle Tea Benefits, Harvesting Tips & Recipe

In the bitter winter of 1536, deep in the wilds of North America, morale was low. The French explorer Jacques Cartier and his crew, weakened by months at sea, began

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

Aromatic Recipes

Human/Plant Connection

Incense as Medicine

Incense Crafting

Ritual

October 1, 20240Comments

Incense 101: Aromatic Medicine Beyond Incense Sticks

The scented swirls of incense smoke carry a profound story – the life cycle of each botanical ingredient, the journey from seedling to thriving herb, nurtured by the sun and

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Human/Plant Connection

Incense as Medicine

Plant Profiles

Ritual

September 25, 20241Comments

Aromatic Plants for Improving Indoor Air Quality

In a world where we often retreat to the comfort of our homes, the indoor air we breathe has never been more crucial to our health. Did you know that

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

Aromatherapy

Aromatic History & Lore

August 1, 20241Comments

Uncovering the Ancient Magic & Mystery of Myrrh

From the embalming rituals of ancient Egypt to the sacred altars of religious ceremonies, Myrrh has captivated the imagination and reverence of civilizations for millennia. This aromatic resin, derived from

by NW School of Aromatic Medicine

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