A Delicious Healing Flower And 3 Ways To Eat It
Spring has sprung up here in the Northern Hemisphere and it does the heart good to hear those birds chirping again outside! Today I want to talk about one springtime flower that grows in almost every state and contains highly medicinal qualities, but is often considered a ‘weed.’ Ever wondered why certain plants are considered weeds and others are deemed worthy of keeping around? The herbalists that we work with would tell you there’s no such thing as a “weed”, and that often ... [Read more...]
A Guided Mantra Meditation To Soothe You [VIDEO]
Today we’ll be journeying inwards with a simple mantra-based meditation video taught by my good friend Yashoda Devi Ma. Yashoda is an experienced meditation teacher based in Boulder, CO. In the video below, Yashoda will guide you on a brief but powerful practice designed to soothe the nervous system, ease stress and fear, and bring the body into a state of relaxation. This practice is for absolutely everyone — even those who are total newbies to meditation. Simple breathwork and the ... [Read more...]
A Delicious Inca Quinoa Salad [Recipe!]
Today I want to share one of my favorite salad recipes with you — it’s perfect for spring and it delivers a powerful, nutritious punch. The magic of this salad comes from an ancient seed that you’ve likely heard of before… quinoa! Quinoa is not only jam-packed with health benefits, but also has a rich history as a life-giving seed — believed by the Incas to be delivered from the heavens by a sacred bird. 6,000 years ago, the Incas of the Andes Mountains ... [Read more...]
3 Gratitude Rituals for Joy and Wonderment
Did you know that it’s almost impossible to be upset and grateful at the same time? It’s one of those universal truths that is easy to prove — just try it yourself. Being thankful flips a switch inside of you that clears out any negative feelings you were experiencing a few moments before. “Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” —William Arthur Ward It may seem counterintuitive to feel ... [Read more...]
This ‘Tree of Immortality’ Keeps Disease Away
Sometimes this quest for lost healing medicines can feel kind of like an Indiana Jones movie. We come across amazing cultures, with such fascinating traditions… and the promise of new medicines that could save lives. You just can’t make this stuff up! And today’s piece is no different. Do you know what one of the most medicinal, yet often overlooked trees on Earth is? Here’s a hint: it originates from India and is commonly referred to as “The Tree of Immortality!” *Can ... [Read more...]
Healing Wisdom From a Sufi Mystic
I came across a poem yesterday that gave me a perfectly timed dose of insight. The wisdom it contained was something I’ve heard spoken before by a shaman, but using different words. The piece below — from the 13th century poet Rumi — carries within it an essence that is central to many spiritual traditions around the world. The teaching itself may seem simple, but the most powerful ones always do. The Guest House This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A ... [Read more...]
3 Homemade Remedies Everyone Should Know
There are a handful of go-to herbal remedies that my wife Michelle and I keep around the house at all times. Plants are super powerful and our ancestors knew it — thankfully they’ve handed many of them down to us. Today I want to share 3 of these recipes with you! With these medicines on hand, you’ll be well-prepared year-round… #1 Sage Tincture for Sore Throats We’ve all been there. The sickness starts as a scratchy feeling in your throat and develops into a cough… ... [Read more...]
2 Sacred Medicine Trees of North America
A few years ago, I took a trip up to the coastal wilderness of Northern California to meet with Native American elder, Dennis Martinez. Born of O’odham and Chicano heritage, Dennis has spent his life educating both native and non-native people in the practices of indigenous reforestation and wild medicines that grow in the Klamath Mountains. His deep wisdom and gentleness made learning from him easy! I was intrigued from the moment he opened his mouth. We spent the entire day walking ... [Read more...]
Staying Centered in a Wild World
The other day I did something I shouldn’t have. Before going to bed, my wife Michelle and I made the mistake of reading some mainstream news headlines, which — as you know — are fear-based with only small bits of level headed truth. Not a smart way to end the day! “If it bleeds, it leads!” This saying was true when it was first spoken a few decades ago, but is probably truer now than ever. The tricky thing about fear is that it can be contagious, like a wild fire. It ... [Read more...]
Healing In Your Sleep
Ready for something personal? Gulp! Here we go. Late last year, I began to hit a serious dip in my energy levels. Each day, I would wake up feeling like I had been beaten up in my sleep, rolling out of bed with pain in my muscles and zero energy. Walking up the stairs felt like a herculean effort—and I’m in good physical shape. This wasn’t like me. We try to do everything we can in our house to stay healthy. Eat right, exercise, meditate, work with traditional healing practices,... [Read more...]
5 Delicious Calming Foods (+ Recipes!)
I grew up in my mom’s New England restaurant, and the kitchen has always been my sanctuary. The ritual of making a meal, in and of itself, can bring calmness and deeper connection — but when you prepare herb-infused foods that relax the body, as well as the mind and spirit, you’ve got the perfect dish. It’s easy to forget to eat… or to eat too much… when we’re stressed. That’s one of the #1 reasons that people experience both weight fluctuation and illness during intense ... [Read more...]
This Is The Year You Become Limitless
Happy new year! Psst… between you and me, this could be the best year of your life — why? Because 2021 is laying before you right NOW. All you have is the present moment, and if you keep your heart and mind centered on living fully every minute, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE. Now, I know a lot of people are making New Year’s resolutions that include health, wellness, and fitness goals. But before you get a Fitbit, download a calorie counting app, or clean out your kitchen, allow me to ... [Read more...]