Welcome to the Growing Up Herbal Journal where you'll find information on herbal education, recipes, tutorials, natural living tips and tricks, and behind the scenes glimpses of how I live life naturally.
I mentioned in my last YouTube vlog that I had recently launched a membership site for those who would like to be mentored by me in how to become a seasonal herbalist and better align their lifestyles with the cycles and rhythms of the seasons. I call it my Seasonal Herbalism Community, and there are […]
Spring is the season for dreaming. For taking the work you did back in fall — the work of finding your values and identifying lessons learned over the past year — and distilling it down […]
Imbolc has come and gone, and that means we’re transitioning into the Spring season, my friends. Yes, warmer weather, sunny days, and flowers will be here before you know it. Thank you, Lord! Thank you, Lord! Now as much as I value each season, there’s just something about Spring that brings such life into me. […]
Spring is officially in full swing here in the Northern Hemisphere, although I’ve been in spring mode for well weeks now.As the days continue to lengthen and warm, I’m feeling the urge to spend more […]
If you follow me closely over on Instagram, you’ll know that I’ve given up meat, dairy, and processed sugar for Lent. And while 40 days of a drastic diet change may sound daunting, it’s actually something I look forward to each year. It’s sort of like a seasonal reset or a gentle spring cleanse for […]
Hello, friends! In this week’s vlog, join me as I cook one of my family’s favorite from scratch real food meals — Shepherd’s Pie! This recipe is cheap and easy to make, and it’s a perfect meal for the winter season. Keep in mind that I’m not a professional food blogger, so please don’t expect […]
Are you interested in learning how to use plants to support your health in as natural a way as possible — plants that grow in your backyard or in the forest behind your home or can be found in the local herb shop? If so, here's how you can become an herbalist!