#soil is anti depressant

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Research suggests polyphenols can also increase the body's ability to produce natural anti-inflammatories, with the potential to help alleviate mental disorders such as depression.

"Soil: The incredible story of what keeps the earth, and us, healthy" - Matthew Evans

#book quote #soil #matthew evans #nonfiction #scientific research #research #polyphenols #anti inflammatory #alleviation #mental disorder #depression

[greenwitchcrafts]

Lavender

Lavandula officinalis

Known as: Elf leaf, nard, nardus & spike

Related plants: A member of the mint family Lamiaceae, there are genus of 47 known species of lavender. It includes well known plants such basil, mint, rosemary, sage, savory, marjoram, oregano, hyssop, thyme, lavender, and perilla, as well as catnip, salvia, bee balm, wild dagga & oriental motherwort.

Parts used: Flowers

Habitat and cultivation: This flowering plant is native to the the Mediterranean

Plant type: Perennial

Region: Most are hardy from Zones 5 to 9 | Spanish Lavender (L. stoechas) is only hardy in Zones 7 to 9.

Harvest: You can harvest all the budding spikes or flowers on your plant during the growing season but avoid cutting into woody growth. Don't want to take more than 1/3 of the plant at this time & limiting your harvest to flowers and buds should keep you within recommended limits. As first frost approaches, snip off woody, leafy stems & branching. You can safely take up to 2/3 of the plant at this time. Harvesting too early can stimulate more growth which you don't want since the lavender is moving into winter dormancy.

Growing tips: To grow lavender successfully it needs well-drained soil, full sun & may be a good idea to check the PH beforehand because soil too acidic may kill off your plants. It survives well in dry conditions, so you'll only have to water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. Plant lavender in spring, once all chances of frost have passed. This beautiful, fragrant herb is a great addition to raised beds, in-ground gardens, and growing in containers spacing plants 12 to 18 inches apart.

Medicinal information: Taking lavender products by mouth, including teas and a specific oil supplement or inhaling lavender oil as aromatherapy, seem to reduce symptoms of depression & anxiety. Lavender oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to heal & burns & bug bites. Some studies suggest that consuming lavender as a tea can help digestive issues such as vomiting, nausea, intestinal gas, upset stomach, & abdominal swelling. A study published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology found that lavender oil could be effective in combating antifungal-resistant infections. Using it as aromatherapy can also reduce colic symptoms & menstrual cramp pain.

Cautions: Lavender essential oil is possibly safe when inhaled as aromatherapy, but applying products that contain lavender oil to the skin is possibly unsafe for young cis males who haven't reached puberty. The oil seems to have hormone-like effects that could disrupt normal hormones & in some cases, this has resulted in breast growth.

Lavender might cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Taking lavender with sedative medications might cause breathing problems and/or too much sleepiness.

Lavender might slow down the central nervous system. If used with anesthesia and other medications given during and after surgery, it might slow down the central nervous system too much. Stop using lavender at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Magickal properties

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Mercury

Element: Air

Deities: Aradia, Elves, Faeries, Hecate & Saturn

Magickal uses:

• Place in sleep pillows to encourage peaceful sleep

• Wear as a perfume to attract a new love

• Rub on paper when writing love spells or notes for added power

• Add with rosemary to a satchet for preserve chastity

• Scatter around your home to invite protection & purifying energies

• Use in a ritual bath to lighten feelings of depression or sadness

• Wear or use in an amulet to discourage cruelty from a spouse

• Drink lavender tea before bed to aid in astral travel or dream magick

• Burn as an incense for meditation or spirit work

• Use in spells to strengthen friendships

• Purify your ritual candles & tools with a drop of oil to release any negative energies contained within them

•  Hang above your door protect against evil spirits , for home blessings & to cleanse all who enter

• Rub the oil on to the base of the skull or temples to help cure the nervous exhaustion that sometimes happens after intensive magickal workings

#herb of the week #magical herbs #herbalism #lavender #witchblr #wiccablr #paganblr #witch community #witches of tumblr #witch tumblr #witchcraft #spells #spellwork #grimoire #book of shadows #spellbook #tumblr witch #witch tips #beginner witch #baby witch #beginner witch tips #witchcore #correspondence #green witchery #GreenWitchcrafts #green witchcraft #traditional witchcraft #witch #witch guide #green witch

[coolmachetefacts]

Something zoomers and less informed millennials struggle with is that support for Israel has been baked into American society for decades and really only in the last ten years has that meaningfully changed.

The process has inarguably been going on longer than that, but has been most obvious to the lay observer for about a decade. Particularly, Trump made Israel a partisan issue. Trump brought to America the vicious hate of blood and soil Zionism. It's hard to fully encapsulate how much damage Trump's support for Israel did to the works of hasbara. Honestly, it's depressing.

More critically still, Christian Zionism—a necessarily antisemitic belief—has become the primary form of vocal support for the Israeli state. I don't particularly believe the average gentile is reacting to the plenary evil of the Evangelical beyond how loathsome they are or, indeed, their antisemitism in any meaningful way, but as with the reaction to Trump, at least we've gotten here.

Prior to around the turn of the century, American support for Israel was part of a cultural and political reaction to the Holocaust. Even different from a lot of powers in Europe that had found in a Jewish state an answer to their Jewish question, the United States was among several nations to make a blunt, direct statement about allyship with Israel as a deviation from historical antisemitism locally and abroad. Now, all but our most vicious antisemites claim to be Zionists and, vitally, Israel embraces them.

More notable still is how a reified, non-ideological form of anti-Zionism has taken root in American society. This, in particular, is a very new development.

Truthfully, I am deeply suspicious of any gentile who calls themselves an anti-Zionist. Anti-Zionism and Zionism both are ideologies with historical roots nearly two centuries old. Anti-Zionism is not merely a dislike of revanchism and far-right nationalism—things one should not need a deeper body of thought to dislike.

Nonetheless, where gentile anti-Zionism was once primarily a form of thinly-veiled antisemitism (it still is in many cases), it has seen more and more use by people seeking a specific term for their hate of state violence, which has further crystallized the change in the perception of Israel.

This, not just some mindless love of death, is why there is such a notable cleaving between the generations on the issue of Israel in the US.

#Israel #Anti-Zionism #Zionism #it's obviously more complicated than this #but I am not jamming out a book on tumbr dot fart with my thumbs #if I'm being honest #Americans shedding a reaction to the evils of the Holocaust is absolutely a bad thing for American Jews

[sips-tea-cutely]

“I’m getting on the bus to the other world, see ‘ya!”

“What value is there to a life that wants to end? ‘That must suck.’ ‘I get it.’ Don't act as if you understand! In the end, after a few years, I'll still be suffering. So stab me, kill me, and take me away.

This is the only thing I thought to do, my first and final struggle in vain...”

a/n: basically just an emotional diary cause dazai’s the only thing my insane mind cam conjure up (cw: suicide duhh, overdosing, mentally ill pwp, im romanticizing my ideal partner)

dazai is so tired. acting as if being insulted constantly and getting bashed isn’t anything at all for the ‘second-most esteemed detective of the agency’ or the ‘mafia demon prodigy’.

“you know i’m human too, right, chūya?”

why could no one acknowledge how much he needs love, any kind of love— a miserable rope ties around his heart, pulling on it tighter every single second of every day. does no one truly care for him?

ahaha! how funny— to believe that someone really cared for him? with all of the wrongdoings he has committed and not to mention how utterly inhumane he looks. that could not possibly be him, right?

someone with such a dreaded mind and a pessimistic view could not possibly look like him, no, it must not!

the people he calls his allies are merely lying, of course! kunikida wouldn’t care at all if one day he had just dropped dead, in fact, he would probably sigh from overjoy that the annoyance known as osamu dazai has left the living world— chūya has always despised his partner in crime, he’d probably do the same thing that he had done when dazai left the mafia, open some expensive wine and celebrate the death of the maniac.

why has he continued living? the goal entrusted to him by his departed friend has started to stray from his mind; why must morals divide what is good and bad? why is it a so-called sin to kill yourself? what good is a life that has no aspiration of living if it’ll die anyways?

as he sits in his dorm room, empty bottles of sake and soju are all over any surface he was able to find, he lies in his futon, clothes and bandages soiled from sweat and tears.

he stares at the bottle of anti-depressants mori had given him four years ago.

“here, dazai. perhaps this will cure your burdens.”

what shitty advice. it was blatantly obvious that mori had only wanted him to live as his little mind toy, someone he could play with until it broke and he got bored.

opening the bottle, he shook around, looking at the ivory white tablets. “haah, fearing death— how silly of me.” he laughed to himself.

throwing each tab into his mouth, he watered it down with the little bit of sake left in his bottle.

slowly, his vision started to blur as his head became lightheaded. the heartbeat that dazai had normally been able to control started beating out of his chest— as if the tight rope around it had torn and burst from the sudden highs of dosulepin.

‘i’m sorry, odasaku. i could not keep my promise to you.”

white, the alcoholic scent of disinfectants, the flow of IV through his wrist, could this be doctor yosano’s office? no, yosano is definitely somewhere here but it’s not her office.

he’s in a hospital, and he’s still alive. lost in his own thoughts, dazai didn’t even hear yosano walk in.

“dazai, you’re awake. glad to know, s/o was worried sick when they found you in your dorm.” she explained, of course it was you who had brought him. although the both of you were often busy with your jobs, you still fawned over him and sent him endearing texts throughout the day— to let him know you cared.

he couldn’t believe it though. he truly believed everything you have told to him was a complete and utter lie. you were probably laughing about him in private, that’s the only way he could stay sane in his cruel version of reality anyways.

“i feel like i already know the answer but— why would you do this?” she sighed. “when s/o had found you, you were trembling and your heart was going over 80 beats per minute.” she said, reading through her diagnostic charts.

“isn’t it obvious, doctor yosano? i wanted to die. that’s all.” he said meekly (as meekly as someone outspoken like him could). obviously annoyed with his ideation for death, yosano had walked off into the waiting room, where you were waiting.

how shall he explain something such as this? you hated every self deprecating joke he had made, you hated how he had lied and deceived even people who trust him with their life, because you are the only one he has let know he is a fraud to humanity.

what would you say? something as idiotic as ‘i understand that the pain you’re going through is unbearable but—‘? haha, how hopeless that would be, wouldn’t it?

snapping out of his thoughts, your hand rests on the bed he’s sitting in. he didn’t even notice you walk in, the drugs must have done some sort of number on him, ahaha!

what will you say? why won’t you say anything? for once, dazai is scared. the painfully agonizing silence is the only thing that fills the bright room as he predicts your words.

will you break up with him? it wouldn’t be a surprise, dealing with someone as ‘sensitive’ (as mori would put it) would get annoying eventually.

“i hope you know i’m here for you, osamu.”

“what?” he responded. you’re here for him? …

“i’m just saying if you need someone to help you when you’re overwhelmed by your emotions, ill be here for you. i get that you don’t want someone to say ‘you’ll be okay’ when you probably aren’t. i’ll be here for when you’re exhausted, i don’t want you to die soon.”

the long rope clenched around his heart once more. this time it wasn’t from depression like it has been for years, it was from endearment, panic, adoration, love. osamu dazai loved you.

you weren’t able to instantaneously fill the hallow hole in his heart but slowly, you’d help him fix it and replace it with memories of you and him.

you could not fix his ideals but, you could make him stay— just one last time, and another, and another until he has spent so many nights he has almost completely forgotten of his grievances.

dazai was tired. but with you in his life, his burdens have felt just a little bit lighter. and he couldn’t really kill himself now and leave his light all alone, could he?

#LOL!! coping through dazai so i can be allowed to feel feelings #mod maki #bungo stray dogs imagines #bungo stray dogs x reader #bungo stray dogs #bungou stray dogs imagines #bungou stray dogs x reader #bungou sd #bungou stray dogs #bsd #bsd imagines #bsd x reader #osamu dazai #dazai osamu #dazai osamu x reader #osamu dazai x reader

[depthbuffer]

I don't always jump on necro'd predictive text chain shitpost bandwagons, but when I do...

This is disturbingly apt for someone with songs out there about overthinking past regrets, making thinly veiled comparisons between medieval folk medicine & modern anti-vaxxers, and the joys of long term treatment with anti-depressants.

All the little things that don't matter

Years later

Eating you away

Pulling you away from the moment

In which you exist

Until you just subsist

On guilt and shame

Drive the nail through the soil at the crossroads

Turn three times around

To the next passer-by

All your fevers shall ever

Be bound

And there's no release

From this nameless disease

This sense of unease

And I can't decide

Is it all in my mind

Seen by gaslight?

Either I use my issues, or they use me.

#music #depression #depression music #tortured artist #yes i forgot the lord part but when i went back and tried i got nothing good #bandcamp #Bandcamp

[freddieraimbow74]

Remembering Kurt Cobain 🕊🤍🙏

(20 February 1967 - 5 April 1994)

Kurt Cobain was an American rock musician who rose to fame as the lead singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter for the seminal grunge band Nirvana. Through his angst-fueled songwriting and anti-establishment persona, Cobain's compositions widened the thematic conventions of mainstream rock music. He was often heralded as a spokesman of Generation X (a title that he was never comfortable with) and is considered to be one of the most influential musicians in the history of alternative rock.

Kurt greatly admired Freddie Mercury and Queen at an impressionable age and even blamed the band for car troubles….

There were songs that Kurt wanted to listen to repeatedly until the car battery ran out. In most cases he knew the words by heart. His favorite album was Queen's 'News Of The World', one song in particular struck him: 'We Are The Champions'.

Cobain said: “My father’s idea of a father-and-son day out would be to take me to work on Saturdays and Sundays and I would sit in his office while he went and counted logs. It’s really a quite exciting weekend. I drew pictures, I made prank phone calls….And then I would take a nap in the van and listen to Queen — “News of the World” on eight-track, over and over again, and drain the battery on the van. Then we’d be stuck. That happened a few times — we’d get stuck after work with a dead battery because I listened to Queen too much.”

It was widely known by his friends and fans that he suffered deeply from depression and drug addiction. Tragically, after several years of critical acclaim with Nirvana, Cobain took his own life on April 5, 1994. His body was discovered by an electrician who was installing a security system in his home several days later.

He left a suicide letter found stabbed to a pile of potting soil with a red ballpoint pen nearby his body in the greenhouse on his Lake Washington property.

He made a heartbreaking reference to the legendary Freddie Mercury:

“When we're back stage and the lights go out and the manic roar of the crowds begins, it doesn't affect me the way in which it did for Freddie Mercury, who seemed to love, relish in the the love and adoration from the crowd which is something I totally admire and envy.

The fact is, I can't fool you, any one of you. It simply isn't fair to you or me. The worst crime I can think of would be to rip people off by faking it and pretending as if I'm having 100% fun.

Sometimes I feel as if I should have a punch-in time clock before I walk out on stage. I’ve tried everything within my power to appreciate it (and I do, God, believe me I do, but it's not enough). I appreciate the fact that I and we [Nirvana] have affected and entertained a lot of people.

It must be one of those narcissists who only appreciate things when they're gone. I'm too sensitive. I need to be slightly numb in order to regain the enthusiasms I once had as a child.” 🥺

The Cobain Estate released a picture Kurt drew of Freddie Mercury while he was on tour in Europe on 23rd November 1991, the day it was announced that Mercury had contracted HIV and was suffering from AIDS

#freddie mercury #queen band #brian may #j’adore #roger taylor #jhon deacon #musique #music #queen #original character

[faewitchsherbs]

𝕭𝖊𝖗𝖌𝖆𝖒𝖔𝖙

𝕮𝖔𝖒𝖒𝖔𝖓/𝖋𝖔𝖑𝖐 𝖓𝖆𝖒𝖊(𝖘): Bergamot, Beebalm, Horse Mint, Monarda, Oswego tea 𝕭𝖎𝖓𝖔𝖒𝖎𝖆𝖑 𝖓𝖆𝖒𝖊(𝖘): Monardadidyma 𝕱𝖆𝖒𝖎𝖑𝖞: Lamiaceae~ Basil, mint, rosemary, sage, savory, margoram, oregano, lavender, perilla, etc..

𝕸𝖊𝖉𝖎𝖈𝖎𝖓𝖆𝖑 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖘: makes a sedative tea, high anti-fungal, anti bacterial, and anesthetic properties, induces perspiration, lowers fever, and aids with digestion. Used also for head aches, gastric disorders, nausea, vomiting, as well as used externally for pimples and other topical ailments 𝕾𝖎𝖉𝖊 𝖊𝖋𝖋𝖊𝖈𝖙𝖘: Large amounts are almost definately not safe, there has been cases of convulsion and death in children who have taken large amounts of the oil.

𝕸𝖆𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖆𝖑/𝖒𝖊𝖙𝖆𝖕𝖍𝖞𝖘𝖎𝖈𝖆𝖑 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖘: Abundance Breaking toxic relations Cooperation Developing psychic powers Dispelling the shadows of depression and fogginess that comes from worrying to much about things Fertility Help with connecting to higher self/ higher purpose Invoking sun energies Money Protection Self confidence Success Used in rituals to clear the mind and spirit Youth

𝕯𝖊𝖎𝖙𝖞(𝖎𝖊𝖘): Persephone, Hermes 𝕰𝖑𝖊𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖙(𝖘): Fire, Air 𝕻𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖊𝖙(𝖘): Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter 𝖅𝖔𝖉𝖎𝖆𝖈(𝖘): Gemini, Virgo 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖉𝖊𝖗(𝖘): Feminine 𝕮𝖍𝖆𝖐𝖗𝖆(𝖘):

𝕻𝖔𝖎𝖘𝖔𝖓𝖔𝖚𝖘? 𝕴𝖋 𝖓𝖔, 𝖋𝖑𝖆𝖛𝖔𝖗𝖘 & 𝖔𝖗 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖘: though it can be poisonous in large amounts, it tastes citrusy and has our sour zing. 𝕮𝖔𝖒𝖒𝖔𝖓𝖑𝖞 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖉 𝖎𝖓:

𝕻𝖗𝖔𝖕𝖆𝖌𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓- 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖗𝖊 𝖙𝖔 𝖕𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖙: Indoors or outdoors 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖕𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖙: Sow indoors, 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in early spring -when light frost is still possible. 𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖕𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖙: push seed into the dirt approximately 1/4" deep or twice the thickness of the seed. 𝕻𝖗𝖊𝖋𝖊𝖗𝖗𝖊𝖉 𝖈𝖔𝖓𝖉𝖎𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓𝖘: optimal soil temp in 60-70 degrees for germination. 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖈𝖔𝖑𝖑𝖊𝖈𝖙 𝖘𝖊𝖊𝖉𝖘/𝖘𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖊𝖘/𝖊𝖈𝖙: time the collection to the maturity of the flowers. The bergamot seeds usually mature one to three weeks after the flowers bloom. 𝕺𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖗 𝖙𝖎𝖕𝖘:

𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖎𝖉𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖋𝖞: Has an open, branching habit, each light green stem leans somewhat at an angle, and is topped with a group of flowers that together resemble ragged pompoms. The edible blooms are usually purple/pink and lave individual petals that are large, long and slender. Has a similar scent to a sweet orange but also has a fresh, fruity quality with spicy hints.

𝕳𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙- 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙: During the mature flowering stage (June-September) 𝖂𝖍𝖆𝖙 𝖙𝖔 𝖑𝖔𝖔𝖐 𝖋𝖔𝖗: 𝖂𝖍𝖆𝖙 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖘 𝖙𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙: just about all but the roots 𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙: Cut the plant just above the surface of the ground, leaving the crown and room system for future growth. 𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖉𝖗𝖞/𝖘𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖊: Hang upside down, spaced apart for ventilation in a dry place that's roughly 65-70 degrees.

#herbal witch #green witch #witchy #witch #witchcraft #herbal #herbs #herbalism #plants #bergamot #bee balm #monarda #kitchen witch

[heroeslogic]

psychology + mental health deep dive !

general mental health related trigger warnings apply.  feel free to include more or exclude those facts / test results that take too much time or don’t apply, you can check out this list for more personality-related quizzes to include!

QUICK FACTS ,

diagnoses: adhd, generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar ii ( diagnosed upon entry to SHIELD academy during mandated therapy), c-ptsd (diagnosed after infinity war)

triggers: bars/alcohol in large quantities/people being openly drunk around her, being degraded

positive coping skills: developed plenty of hobbies to cope (drawing, music, baking), working out

negative coping skills: running away from home, substance use (weed), self isolation, recklessness and adrenaline seeking behaviors, sex

attachment style: anxious

love language: quality time, physical touch & words of affirmation

myers briggs / mbti: infp

HISTORY EXPLORATION ,

are their diagnoses formal ( via a doctor, therapist, etc. ) or informal ( self diagnosis, a hunch, unrealized, etc. ) formal, she was diagnosed when she joined SHIELD when they required her to attend therapy upon joining the delinquent program.

have they ever been treated / medicated? alice has been prescribed anti-depressants, but she also does a lot of self medicating with caffeine. (and she used to use weed to self medicate)

have they ever been hospitalized or treated on an inpatient basis? no.

how old were they when they first started experiencing / realizing symptoms? it was after her mom died, so around the age of eleven or twelve. her mom’s death and the abuse alice got at home afterwards were really the catalysts for her symptoms presenting themselves.

do they have a family history of mental illness? yes, alice’s father was an addict. however any further diagnosis is unknown.

how was mental health handled / discussed in the family? wasn’t discussed.

what are their thoughts on mental health / their diagnosis? honestly she doesn’t think about the actual diagnosis often. as for mental health, alice is a big proponent of taking care of one’s self even if she doesn’t always follow her own advice.

in what ways has their diagnosis shaped their life or experiences? she’s happy there’s a name for what she has, even when she’s miserable or can’t control the things she wishes she could. she’s not crazy, she’s not a failure, she’s not broken. there’s a name for it. other people have it too.

SYMPTOMS: note that all of the below are, on their own, normative and typical aspects of human functioning. they become “symptoms” when they last longer than “normal” or when they pose a significant impact on someone’s life / functioning.

BOLD  all that are present,  ITALICIZE  those that are resolved or in the history.

depression.    anxiety.    panic attacks.    dissociation.    derealization.    depersonalization.    suicidal ideation.    self harm.    homicidal ideation.    psychosis.    auditory hallucinations.    visual hallucinations.    delusions.    mania.    hypomania.    racing thoughts.    hyperactivity.    attention difficulty.    flashbacks.    nightmares.    hyperarousal.    hypoarousal.    hypersexuality.    hyposexuality.    psychopathy.   risky behavior.    catatonia.    somatic / bodily concerns.    mutism.    phobia.    agoraphobia.    hoarding.    obsessions.    compulsions.    body dysmorphia.    hair picking.    skin picking.     amnesia.    illness anxiety / hypochondria.    sensory loss.    speech difficulty.    comprehension difficulty.    communication difficulty.    tics.    defiant behavior.    irritable mood.    vindictiveness.     aggression.    pyromania.    kleptomania.    paranoia.    attention seeking.   narcissism.    avoidance.    dependency.    pica.    rumination.    food restriction.    food binging.    purging.    soiling the bed.    insomnia.    fatigue.    sexual dysfunction.    delirium.    developmental delays.

explanations / elaborations on any of the above symptoms:

i have nothing else to add rn because i am so tired but if i come up with anything later i solemnly swear to make a post about it and link it here.

tagged by: not lia but ily lia @seesgood​

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#drug use tw #mental illness tw #self harm tw #keep going till there’s nothing left . . . [ DASH GAMES ]* #you know you’ll always know me . . . [ META & COMMENTARY ]*

[lowsurvivalarchived]

psychology + mental health deep dive !

general mental health related trigger warnings apply.  feel free to include more or exclude those facts / test results that take too much time or don’t apply, you can check out this list for more personality-related quizzes to include!

QUICK FACTS ,

diagnoses:   ptsd ,   paranoia ,   depression . triggers:  loud  noises  such  as  thunder  or  car  horns  after  yamatai ,   mentions  of  people  telling  her  certain  things  are  her  fault . positive coping skills:   painting ,   meditation ,   being  around  friends ,   reading . negative coping skills:   avoidance ,   inadequate  sleep  management ,   catastrophizing ,   self-sabotage ,   under-eating ,   defensiveness ,   hyperfocusing . attachment style:   anxious . love language:   physical  touch . myers briggs / mbti:    INFP-T .

HISTORY EXPLORATION ,

are their diagnoses formal ( via a doctor, therapist, etc. ) or informal ( self diagnosis, a hunch, unrealized, etc. )     diagnosed  via  therapist  after  being  forced  to  seek  help .

have they ever been treated / medicated?     has  been  given  anti-depressants  /   anti-anxiety  medication .

have they ever been hospitalized or treated on an inpatient basis?   no .

how old were they when they first started experiencing / realizing symptoms?   symptoms  of  depression  started  before  her  father’s  ‘ assassination ’  and  after .   at  twenty-one  she  began  to  experience  the  rest  of  her  symptoms  relating  to  yamatai  and  after .

do they have a family history of mental illness?   her  father ,   undiagnosed .

how was mental health handled / discussed in the family / community?    it  wasn’t  addressed  as  a  child  and  she  sought  avoidance  of  the  topic  when  she  got  older  until  her  uncle  forced  her  to  seek  medical  help .

what are their thoughts on mental health / their diagnosis?   she  has  come  to  accept  her  diagnoses ,   but  often  avoids  the  topic  because  she  doesn’t  want  to  remember  the  bad  memories .

in what ways has their diagnosis shaped their life or experiences?  it  caused  her  to  grow  up  introvertedly ,   having  trouble  associating  with  others ,   and  avoiding  certain  situations .

SYMPTOMS: note that all of the below are, on their own, normative and typical aspects of human functioning. they become “symptoms” when they last longer than “normal” or when they pose a significant impact on someone’s life / functioning.

BOLD  all that are present,  ITALICIZE  those that are resolved or in the history.

depression.    anxiety.    panic attacks.    dissociation.    derealization.    depersonalization.    (  passive  )  suicidal ideation.    self harm.    homicidal ideation.    psychosis.    auditory hallucinations.    visual hallucinations.    delusions.    mania.    hypomania.    racing thoughts.    hyperactivity.    attention difficulty.    flashbacks.    nightmares.    hyperarousal.    hypoarousal.    hypersexuality.    hyposexuality.    psychopathy.   risky behavior.    catatonia.    somatic / bodily concerns.    mutism.    phobia.    agoraphobia.    hoarding.    obsessions.    compulsions.    body dysmorphia.    hair picking.    skin picking.     amnesia.    illness anxiety / hypochondria.    sensory loss.    speech difficulty.    comprehension difficulty.    communication difficulty.    tics.    defiant behavior.    irritable mood.    vindictiveness.     aggression.    pyromania.    kleptomania.    paranoia.    attention seeking.    narcissism.    avoidance.    dependency.    pica.    rumination.    food restriction.    food binging.    purging.    soiling the bed.    insomnia.    fatigue.    sexual dysfunction.    delirium.    developmental delays.

explanations / elaborations on any of the above symptoms:

her  self-harm  has  always  been  shown  as  self-sabotaging  behaviors ,   neglecting  her  needs ,   putting  herself  in  harm’s  way  on  purpose .   her  passive  suicidal  ideation  revolves  around  wanting  death  to  claim  her ,   but  not  acting  on  it  by  her  own  hand   —   rather  hoping  to  die  via  her  line  of  work .

tagged by:  @seesgood​  my  mommy  <3 tagging:   @meilancolie​ .   IDK WHO TO TAG so take it.

#. ➹ › study ‚ they become part of you and you carry them. #; is she ?? me ??? #self harm cw #suicide mention cw

[vitaherbs]

The Beauty of Iran's Rose Bud: A Blooming Export

The Beauty of Iran's Rose Bud: A Blooming Export

The delicate petals of a rose have long been an enduring symbol of love, beauty, and elegance. They have been used in various cultures for centuries in perfumes, cosmetics, and even culinary delicacies. Among the many countries known for their exquisite rose exports, Iran stands out as a leading player in the global rose market. Today, we will explore the enchanting world of the Iran Rose Bud and its significance in the country's flourishing rose export industry.

Iran is blessed with the perfect climate and fertile soil for cultivating roses. The diverse geographical regions and favorable weather conditions create an ideal environment for the growth of this fragrant flower. With its rich history and traditions deeply rooted in ancient Persia, Iran's rose cultivation techniques have been meticulously passed down through the generations.

One of the most prized varieties of roses in Iran is the Iran Rose Bud. This particular bud is renowned for its vibrant color, intense fragrance, and long-lasting freshness. The Iran Rose Bud is carefully handpicked at just the right stage of maturity, when the fragrance and potency of its essential oils are at their peak. This attention to detail ensures that the rose's natural essence is preserved, making it highly sought after in the global market.

Iran's rose export industry has been steadily gaining momentum over the years. The exquisite beauty and quality of Iranian roses have attracted buyers from all corners of the world. In fact, Iran is now among the top producers and exporters of roses, holding a significant share in the global rose market. The rose export industry has not only provided economic opportunities but has also played a crucial role in promoting Iran's cultural heritage on the international stage.

One of the factors contributing to the success of Iran's rose export industry is the country's commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Iranian farmers employ traditional methods of cultivation with minimal use of pesticides, promoting organic and natural growth. This dedication to environmentally-friendly practices has significantly contributed to the superior quality of Iranian roses and has earned them a loyal customer base.

In addition to their aesthetic appeal, Iranian roses are also known for their medicinal properties. The essential oils extracted from these roses have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to alleviate various ailments. The therapeutic benefits of these oils, including their anti-inflammatory and anti-depressant properties, have garnered the attention of the global pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. This growing demand has further boosted Iran's rose export industry, showcasing the country's multifaceted contribution to the global market.

As the Iran Rose Bud continues to captivate hearts and minds worldwide, it serves as a reminder of the country's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. The rose export industry has not only fostered economic growth but has also acted as a cultural ambassador, fostering understanding and appreciation for Iran's centuries-old traditions.

In conclusion, the Iran Rose Bud represents a harmonious blend of beauty, fragrance, and sustainable practices. Its elegance and quality have made it a sought-after commodity in the global market. As we admire the delicate petals of these enchanting blooms, let us appreciate the efforts of Iranian farmers who cultivate these roses with love and dedication, ensuring that the world remains filled with their timeless beauty.

#rose #rose bud #iran rose

[farazberjis]

There are many health benefits associated with grounding or earthing through the healing power of earth's electrical charges-by physically touching the ground or conducting a practice that simulates this connection. There is an anti-inflammatory effect on the body which leads to overall well-being by boosting the immune system and reducing the risk of chronic disease. Other benefits include improved sleep, reduced stress, improved circulation, reduced pain, increased energy level and improved mental status. Grounding can be as simple as walking barefoot on wet sand, dewy ( wet) grass, soil or other natural surfaces. So, treat (or heal )yourself to 20 minutes of grounding each day! #farazberjis #guthealth #coredigestive #wellness #health #mindbodyspirit #grounding #earthing #digestivewellness #emotionalwellbeing #inflammationreduction #inflammation #stressrelief #stressmanagement #painrelief #antiinflammatory #immunesystem #immunityboost #coreintegrativedigestivewellness #chronicdisease #love #digestion #digestivesymptoms #personalgrowth #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #gratitude #grateful #cardiovascularhealth #emotionaljourney #fatigue #energylevel

[saiakv]

Unrequited. Satoru doesn't love u. Suffer.

[UNREQUITED]: a starter where my muse has unrequited feelings for your muse ( every starter I write for you is such a starter uwu ♥ ) — indulgent prompts.

The death warrant was plastered in every crevice of sorcerer society; yet Suguru Geto's dorm room has been left intact on the wake of his straying.

Pushing the door open would offer a glimpse into the occupant's psyche these last few months; deterioration evident in the muck caught on sticky coffee stains over his desk and the pile of laundry on the corner of his bed. It wasn't made. The sheets smelled of smoke and sweat. It added to the general musty reek in the room, like it had been left shut for some time. The water boiler was still half-full, a raw packet of ramen was dumped beside it as if it had been opened and then discarded over a change of heart.

There were a few empty over the counter dramamine pill cartons on his nightstand, alongside a crumpled up prescription for anti-depressants that hadn't been punched to validation. A brief sift through his things would unearth a lot of empty Mevius packs, ash and plastic cups used for makeshift ashtrays when his pocket one had been full.

The repurposed shoe box they pulled out from beneath his bed has been left unopened. Dust has thinly collected on the lid. A variety of items rattles inside; from bottle caps to movie tickets, a rabbit plushie won at some arcade and a folded poster for an all-you-can eat event at Haibara's favorite restaurant. Buried somewhere within the mementos; a friendship bracelet with a white fish pendant dangling amidst azurite beads. And under it, Suguru's personal diary bulges with a number of torn papers, pictures and magazine cut outs all cramped together under its pages. Merely picking it up would have the bulk of it crumble and open on a certain entry. It's fairly spaced out from the one before it, with nearly a month of silence in between.

14.04.2007 We went stargazing on the hilltops tonight. It was good to remember my hometown at a time like this, even if there was no nostalgia. The grass was wet and we forgot to bring a blanket, so our jackets got drenched after a bit.

Some kanji mixes into Suguru's hiragana then, written on the sides or over doodles of starry skies and a surprisingly detailed drawing of the mountain side evidently made with a black ball-point pen. He's shaded the grass blades in a scratchy fashion. There's a crispy spot somewhere on the paper like something had dripped over the writing.

Your face was beaming. You said the world was beautiful with a tone to your voice I have not heard in some time. That makes me think I miss having moments like this. I watched your hair fluff up like watagashi in the wind and I envied the breeze. You spoke with a pure, childlike excitement when you pointed to the Orion and the Ursa Major. I felt embarassed when I realized I was staring at you instead and I could not keep up with your thoughts. But you saw everything around us in vivid color, and again I slip past your sight unnoticed. I'm very tired, so I can't feel angry at you for looking everywhere else for small comforts anymore. Seeing you like this was a small comfort for me in exchange.

There's smaller notes crossing over that part of his writing; a repetition of the sentence 'write it down' like some mantra, scratched out kanji containing the meaning for 'hanahaki' and a piece of bamboo paper ( the special kind one would use to write their heartfelt wish on during festivals ) taped to the page that covers the final part of Suguru's deepest thoughts.

I'm sorry, Satoru. That night, you wanted to share with me the beauty of the stars. But I couldn't face the sky without feeling small. Selfishly, I wanted you to lie beside me, on the earth. I was overcome by a desire to be one with the soil, if only to be the thing that cradles you. I wanted my arms to be the place that holds all your wonder, because I know that I will never be a star.

#( uno reverse card uwu ♥ ) #( DON'T try to mess w me cherry u dont know the power I hold w sugu's sappy ass in my arsenal ) #( anyway everyone! look away don't read his diary! :D ) #ANSWERED. #limitlesscion

[krishnayangaurakshala]

Difference between Desi & Exotic Foreign Breed Cows

Desi Cows Foreign cows Outer Look and Sound: It has a hump on its back. Its neck is hanging & feathery. It only says OM and Amba, which are names of the God.It has a flat back without hump and neither it is hanging & feathery. It has a bitter sound. Looks like cow but is not a cow.Milk: Its milk is healthy and is categorized under A2.Its milk comes under the category A1 which is very unhealthy and poisonous and roots to thousands of diseases like cancer etc.Gobar & Gaumutra: Gobar & Gaumutra has variety of uses and has exceptional medical properties.Gobar & Gaumutra is like the excreta of other animals. It is poisonous.Emotions: If the calf of the native Indian cow dies then it stops giving milk and also don’t eat or drink. It is full of emotions. So who so ever drinks her milk will be loyal, dutiful and respectful towards their elders, parents and teachers.Even If the calf of the foreign cow dies, it keeps on giving milk and is unaffected by it. It is emotionless and has hardly any feelings. So who so ever drinks her milk will become emotionless. Those people who drink foreign cow’s milk will not respect their elders, parents and teachers.

A Few Benefits of Desi Cow:

Cow’s Milk: Cow milk is complete food for all. It reduces acidity, increases immunity and sharpens the brain. Cow milk is of A2 type and is a main ingredient for many ayurvedic medicines. It helps in fighting diabetes. Many more products like curd, buttermilk, butter & clear butter (Ghee) are made from cow milk. These products have high medicinal & nutritional values.

Cow Urine / Gaumutra: It is said that Maa Ganga resides is Gaumutra and is considered auspicious. It is used to produce organic & natural fertilizers, insect repellents and other products in farming. It is considered as a super medicine and has high medicinal value which cures thousands of diseases and. It has anti-cancerous properties.

Cow’s Dung: Our Scriptures Say That Maa Lakshmi- Goddess of Wealth & Prosperity dwells in Cow Dung. Cow dung increases fertility and productivity of soil. It’s compost is a natural fertilizer and many other organic fertilizers are made from it. Cow dung can convert barren lands into fertile that is why it is like a mother for all Vegetation. Cow dung has great medical properties like it can cure a half damaged liver completely.

Cow Five Products: It is made from Milk, curd, Ghee, Gomutra, Cow dung. These ingredients when mixed in a proper ratio become Panchgavya which has great medical benefits and can address a lot of medical problems. It can cure many chronic ailments and are the only alternatives to modern medical sciences. It also purifies human being.

Krishnayan Gauraksha Farming: Organic fertilizers made from Gobar and Gaumutra are very much helpful to farmers. In today’s world we are using chemical fertilizers which is a source to lot many diseases like cancer etc. Our body immunity has become very-very weak due to consumption of inorganic food. A strong nation is built with the food it eats. The only way possible for these farmers to produce poison free food is to lead cow based organic way of life.

Krishnayan Gauraksha Environment: Cow is the only animal in the world which breathes in oxygen and exhales out oxygen. That’s why it’s a heavenly divine creature. Cow dung and Gaumutra purifies the soil and thus completely balances the environment.

Benefits in the heavenly world: No yagya can be done or will be complete without milk or milk products of a Desi cow. Desi Cow Ghee is the prime ingredient in a Yagya which is scarce nowadays. 33 crore deities reside in it and serving it makes all the deities happy. Yagya done with the milk of other animals does not bear fruit.

Cows cuddling: Practices like touching the cow-mother, hugging, caressing the body of the cow mother, and to breathe with it. Cow cuddling cures respiratory diseases, blood pressure, spinal pain, heart problem, depression, relieves sadness, anxiety and all kinds of tensions of the cuddler. Lord Krishna used to cuddle cows.

#animal welfare #animal shelter #nonprofit #donations #desi cow #foreign cow

[klutetr]

Burmese Harp - Kon Ichikawa

Going into this film I had heard little inklings in class that it was going to be depressing and I came into with those kinds of expectations. Throughout my viewing, I realized that while at some points it was depressing, there was an equal amount of hope and promise that provided me with the perfect balance to enjoy this movie. The film opens with Mizushima, a Japanese soldier who becomes the harp player for Captain Inouye’s group that fights and sings to raise morale in the Burma campaign. The group settles in a small town and realizes they are being watched by British and Indian soldiers. The groups begin singing together and through this, they are able to learn that the war has ended with Japan surrendering. I like the way music is used in this scene and throughout the movie, primarily to bring everyone closer together, which can be seen at the beginning when the Japanese soldiers are singing with one another, and at this point in the movie when the British and Japanese soldiers start singing in the same melody. I am also taking a class about music in Japanese film and I’m definitely going to bring this movie up at some point. The British ask Mizushima to relay the information that Japan has surrendered to a Japanese group that remains fighting on a mountain. Mizushima begs the group to surrender, however, they decide to keep fighting and all end up dying, except for Mizushima, who was knocked unconscious. Mizushima recovers with a monk, whom he steals clothes from and shaves his head to stay undercover. Posing as a monk, Mizushima journeys to Mudon and along the way, finds many corpses from his fellow Japanese comrads on the way. He decides to bury these corpses and study as a monk. While Mizushima is on his journey, Captain Inouye and his group buy a parrot that they use to convey a message to Mizushima telling him to return to them. He receives the message but declines, telling them that he can’t go back and that he has to continue burying the dead while studying as a monk to promote the peaceful nature of mankind. For a war movie, this ending gives off anti-war messages which I kind of liked and showed that you can find peace and purpose even in loss. Mizushima’s decision to become a monk slightly confused me as he initially just stole the monk’s clothes and began to pose as one as a means to journey back to Mudon. I think the impact of seeing all of the dead Japanese soldiers on his journey may have affected him in some way. I'm not too familiar with Buddhism but I do remember something about dying off of Japanese soil having a religious meaning. Overall, I liked this movie and I thought it had some really good messages, my favorite being that Mizushima is able to find his own purpose in the world even though he lost the war that had consumed so much of his life. 

[maisha-online]

#Cherimoya #CustardApple #Sharifa #Sitafal #Sitaphal #SugarApple #Whathappensifweeatcustardappledaily? #Whichvitaminisrichincustardapple?

[tipsycad147]

All The Love: Damiana Plant Profile

Alexis J. Cunningfolk

Today I get to introduce you to a plant friend that I met in one of my very first formal herbalism classes. I still remember the ease and laughter that talking about Damiana (Turnera diffusa) brought to the class - a feeling which encapsulates Damiana’s gift of joyful exchange. While Damiana is typically classified as an aphrodisiac and seen as an herb of sex and romance (which it is), Damiana is also a wonderful plant ally to work with when you’re trying to create connection with other folks in a shared space.

If you prefer to be able to easily print out the following profile as well as learn about other aphrodisiac and adaptogenic herbs, you’re invited to The Plant Ally Library.

I hope you enjoy meeting Damiana and getting to know this plant that acts as an “adaptogenic aphrodisiac” helping us to soften our edges while feeling sturdy in our sense of wellbeing.

Enjoy!

Damiana (Turnera diffusa)

Common + Folk Names : Pastorcita, yerba del pastor, hierba del venado, hierba de la pastora

Tarot Cards : The Lovers, Suit of Wands, Suit of Swords

Element : Fire, Air 

Zodiac Signs : Libra (Guardian & Remedy)

Planets : Venus, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter

Moon Phase : Full Moon

Parts used : Aboveground plant

Habitat : Native to the American Southwest, Mexico, and the West Indies.

Growing conditions : Rich to sandy soil with regular watering.

Collection : Collect when the flowers are blooming.

Flavor : Bitter, pungent

Temperature : Warm

Moisture : Dry

Tissue States : Cold (Depression), Stagnation (Damp), Relaxation (Damp) - learn more about traditional western herbalism energetics.

Constituents : Vitamin C, phosphorous, selenium, silicon, sulfur, flavonoids, essential oils, glycosides, damianin, beta-sitosterol, arbutin, tannin.

Actions : Adaptogen, antidepressant, alterative, anti-inflammatory, aperient, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, cholagogue, diuretic, emmenagogue, nervine, stomachic, urinary tonic. 

Main Uses : An herb that has recorded use stretching back to Mayan culture, Damiana has a lot to offer in the ways of herbal healing. Damiana has long been used by the indigenous peoples of the American Southwest and Mexico, including the Yaqui, Rarámuri, and Pima Bajo, including as a tonic for stomachache, a remedy for diarrhea, infertility, inflammation, for lowering blood sugar, increasing the metabolism, and low libido.¹

Damiana was one of the first herbs I was introduced to in my first round of herbal classes in Southern California and it’s honored as an important local remedy as well as a recognizable local liqueur bottled in a distinctive Goddess-shaped bottle. While Damiana is typically presented as an aphrodisiac (which is definitely is), you’ll sometimes see the plant is categorized as an adaptogen. I was taught to use it as an adaptogenic aphrodisiac, embodying the best qualities of herbal aphrodisiacs with the nourishing and restorative qualities of an adaptogen. One of the reasons that Damiana is so effective as an aphrodisiac is that it reduces stress and stress-related complaints including ulcers, colic, indigestion, poor fertility, and low libido. In addition to helping with stress relief, the adaptogenic qualities of Damiana work to regulate the pituitary gland and increase energy. 

Damiana clears brain fog and many head-related disorders including migraines and headaches, calms the nervous system, and greatly reduces overactive mental activity. For anxiety, Damiana is indicated when anxiety creates sluggishness in the mornings and becomes increasingly worse in the evenings.² Damiana can either be stimulating or relaxing to the nervous system, depending on the needs of the body. Damiana is helpful in cases of mental agitation including OCD and anxiety as well as for cases of cognitive decline, including dementia. Herbalist Thomas Bartram recommends combining Damiana with Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) and Milky Oats (Avena sativa) for dementia with accompanying indications of weakness resulting in a blend which strengthens and nourishes while providing gentle stimulation which assists in cognitive function and stability.³

The herb helps the nervous system to deliver information throughout the body and as both a brain tonic and aphrodisiac helps to line up mental and physical clarity and desire (i.e. helping to alleviate the ways we can get stuck in our heads in unhelpful ways when pursuing pleasure). While the herb has soothing energies, it is also energizing in that it invigorates the mind and body, which is another reason that Damiana is such a great aphrodisiac.

As an aphrodisiac, Damiana also helps to improve libido, increase fertility and sperm count, and reconnect the body to the experience of orgasm. Energetically, the herb is said to help folks who want to to overcome shyness and fear of intimacy as well as the fear of being “good enough” in bed. Herbalist Karen M. Rose recommends Damiana for those recovering their pleasure after experiencing disconnection due to trauma.⁴ While it should not be used during pregnancy, the herb can be used during labor to aid in childbirth - it softens and opens up the birth canal. Damiana is also useful for menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Overall, it is an excellent herb to reconnect with pleasure in your life.

In addition to use as a nervine and aphrodisiac, Damiana can help to expel excess phlegm and dry up excess mucous in cases of colds and bronchitis. The herb helps to relax the respiratory system, calming coughs and helping to alleviate the symptoms of asthma.

Topically the herbal oil (not essential oil) can be used as a lubricant in mundane and magickal rites of sex and pleasure.

Magickal Uses : Damiana is an excellent herb for love magick, especially when sexual desire is involved. Use it in sex magick and practices, especially when it comes to communicating clearly with your partners and feeling comfortable expressing your sexuality. 

The herb also aids in the development and awakening of psychic vision. Magickal herbalist Paul Beyerl notes that Damiana has an affinity with quartz crystal and he recommends storing clear quartz in your jar of Damiana as well as making an quartz crystal oil using a base of Damiana oil.⁵

The Damiana Personality : The need of a Damiana person feels so great that they have cut themselves off from it to cope. Damiana folk want sensuality and sex but the emotional labor to experience it because of the emotional baggage they carry can feel insurmountable. There can be a pattern of denying and suppressing wants and desires which then emerge in unhealthy habits in an attempt to find the pleasure they feel denied. There can also be a fear of rejection tied up with low self-esteem that makes even the smallest dismissal from a significant other feel catastrophic, further driving a wedge between their needs and desires for physical affection. Fortunately, when Damiana folk are able to get the support they need (therapeutic, nutritional, herbal, etc) and untie the emotional knots tangling up their spirit, they can and will experience pleasure again. In fact, they’ll often find that the pleasure that they imagined was unattainable is small compared to what they are able to experience in a beneficial Damiana state. For Damiana is a patient, flexible, and wildly intelligent ally when it comes to pleasure of all kinds, not just sexual, and reconnecting us to the radiant fullness of feeling.

Contraindications : Generally regarded as safe, but may interfere with iron absorption. Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Caution with diabetes medication due to Damiana’s affect on blood sugar.

Dosage : Standard dosage.

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I believe that every plant contains the possibility of helping us to connect with our pleasure as a state of expanded connectivity where we feel good in ourselves.

Of course, there are plants that have a reputation for being very effective at helping us to connect with what feels good in our bodies and our relationships, including Milky Oat (Avena sativa), Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca), and Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis), to name just a few. Building a relationship with plant allies, returning your herbalism to an earth-centered practice, and allowing yourself to play with possibility as a path of healing can all help to name and experience your own pleasure. In other words, there are as many paths to pleasure as there are beings, and plant allies are just one of many helpful partnerships to finding those paths.

As you journey through the world of herbalism, I hope that you find those plant allies which help you connect with your deepest desires, and find a way to know your desires as things of loveliness and revelation throughout your life.