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A Science-Based Guide to Healthy Conflict in Couples | Tips + Tea Blend

When disagreements flare, science-backed strategies and a soothing tea can turn sparks into growth: slow your breathing to activate the parasympathetic system and lower reactivity, name the emotion to reduce its intensity, and use “soft start-ups.” Sip mindfully together or during a cooling-off period to signal safety and pause escalation. Combine these practices with curiosity-driven questions, time-limited breaks when needed, and a commitment to repair after conflict, and quarrels become opportunities for deeper understanding rather than wounds that linger.

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Common Ground | Aroma-Roller Blend

This is a prayerful aroma blend for the crown, wrists, or wherever you feel drawn. It’s approachable and flexible, meant to shift with what you have on hand or what your spirit needs. The act of blending and applying becomes part of the prayer.

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A Soft return | Steam Satchel

This is a simple steam blend you can make at home using dried herbs and flowers. It’s meant to be approachable and flexible, something that you can adjust to what you have on hand or what you’re drawn to in the moment. Whether you follow it closely or use it as a starting point, the process itself is part of the experience.

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Tinctures 101: Guide to Crafting Potent Herbal Extracts at Home

Tinctures 101 — How to Make, Use, and Store Herbal Tinctures

Master the art of crafting herbal tinctures with this simplified, beginner-friendly guide. Learn the basics for alcohol, glycerin, and vinegar-based extracts, clear herb-to-solvent proportions, extraction time and temperature guidance, safe dosing ranges, and practical labeling and storage tips.

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Sumac Seasoning Blend | How to Make & Use

Sumac brings in a vibrant and lemony brightness that feels instantly uplifting. Those deep red berries have been used in kitchens around the world for ages being appreciated for their tangy zip and ability to cut through richer and fattier flavors. It’s one of those ingredients that surprises you with how much character it adds with just a small pinch.If you’ve heard of fire cider, this seasoning blend gives you that familiar kick. This seasoning can be like a warm hug for your body. It’s based off a spicy and beloved staple in the herbal community: FIRE CIDER!

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Fire Cider Spice Blend

If you’ve heard of fire cider, this seasoning blend gives you that familiar kick. This seasoning can be like a warm hug for your body. It’s based off a spicy and beloved staple in the herbal community: FIRE CIDER!

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What is Fire Cider Really | How to Make

Raise your hand if you’ve heard of fire cider? Honestly I was introduced to this concept briefly a few times over the years, but I hadn’t really explored it until my recent herbal studies! This is such a spicy and special recipe to the herbal community that I can’t wait to share how to make with you.

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Lemon Balm Simple Syrup

There’s something sweet to this syrup that feels like sunshine after rain. Lemon balm lends in soft citrus notes, while a low-hypoglycemic sweetness keeps things steady. A simple way to brighten drinks or desserts.

This simple syrup can be made with different herbs, like rose or peppermint! Try different herbs for different seasons and see what you can use it for. Try adding it to your coffee or drinks like we did in our Lemom Lime Slime Mocktail. You could even try it in your holiday fruit salads or in a fancy yogurt parfait. This one recipe is like a door opening to opportunities!

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Fizzy Witchy Brew | Mocktail

There’s something a little bewitching about this drink. The way it transforms colorfully and shimmers like a spell. Our Fizzy Witch Brew was born from equal parts curiosity and herbal craft and made to stir a little magic into the everyday.

This cold infusion is combining butterfly pea flower, spearmint, tulsi basil, and stevia for a drink that soothes just as much as it enchants. The inky blue hue shifts with each and every sip to reveal hints of mystery within. Simple and fun to play around with. You can try topping it with blueberry Topo Chico or sparkling mineral water for a flicker of effervescence, like bubbles rising from a bubbling cauldron.

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Hibiscus of Horror | Mocktail

This hibiscus mocktail recipe was crafted with color, balance, and adaptability in mind. Each ingredient has a purpose, from the tart vibrant hibiscus to the grounding warmth of spice and fruit. Rosehips deepen the red hue and add gentle tang, while your choice of sweetener and acidity lets you tailor the flavor to your liking. Originally created as a cozy seasonal sip, this blend works beautifully year-round as a cooling mocktail base or gently stimulating afternoon drink. Try experimenting with your own twists by adding a touch of citrus, swapping the spice, or adjusting the sweetness until it feels just right for you.

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Lemon Lime Slime | Mocktail

This drink captures that in-between feeling of the season — when our bodies crave hydration or something light after a stretch of heavy foods and shifting routines. The air starts to feel crisper, yet the afternoons still hold a trace of warmth. It’s a time for refreshing instead of rushing.

The blend of cucumber, lime, and a touch of spirulina gives this mocktail a signature green hue with this sweet & fresh flavor. The addition of lemon balm syrup softens the edges to balance the citrus, and adds in a calm sweetness. It’s simple yet a little playful, and meant to bring that steady energy we often need as we move through the seasons.

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Sinus Steam Satchel

Experience the soothing power of heat therapy with our steam satchel, designed to melt away tension and promote deep relaxation. Crafted from soft, breathable fabric, this satchel is filled with natural herbs and grains that release warm, therapeutic steam when heated. Ideal for easing muscle stiffness, reducing stress, and revitalizing your senses, the steam satchel offers a convenient, gentle way to nurture your body and mind. Simply warm it in the microwave or heat it on the stove, then apply it to your neck, shoulders, or any aching area for instant comfort and wellness. Elevate your self-care routine with the calming embrace of steam therapy, anytime you need it.

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Drawing Salve w/ Plantain & Charcoal

This herbal drawing salve harnesses the natural power of plant extracts to gently draw out splinters, toxins, and impurities from the skin. Blended with soothing oils and calming herbs, it promotes faster healing while nourishing and protecting the affected area.

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Sweet Potato “Pizza” w/ Pesto

Sweet potato pizza w/ pesto throws a delightful twist on traditional pizza by using sweet potato slices as a nutrient-rich base. Topped generously with vibrant lemon balm pesto, this dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the bright and savory flavors of fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, nuts, and cheese. The creamy texture and aromatic notes of homemade pesto perfectly complement the tender sweet potato to create a balanced and flavorful meal.

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Basil Pesto - 3 different ways

Basil pesto is a creamy sauce made primarily from fresh basil leaves, combined with ingredients like olive oil, garlic, nuts, and cheese. It’s known for its rich herbaceous flavor and versatility, commonly used to enhance pasta, sandwiches, and roasted vegetables.

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The Many Faces of Cilantro

If you're a fan of vibrant, herb-packed flavors, this cilantro sauce is about to become your new favorite go-to recipe! Whether you're drizzling it over tacos, grilled veggies, or even using it as a dip for chips, this creamy, zesty sauce brings a burst of freshness to any dish. Made with simple ingredients like fresh cilantro, garlic, lime, and a touch of spice, this sauce is easy to whip up and is perfect for adding a pop of flavor to your everyday meals.

Read on for the full recipe and tips on how to make it your own!

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