Our grandmothers have been using these earth medicines in this dual-task way since the earth first sprouted them. We pay homage to our ancestors. We recognize and give thanks to the ancestors whose names we know and those we don’t. We give thanks to the Water for continually cleansing us, and we ask to learn...
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How One Woman is Reclaiming Herbalism as a Form of Resistance
Herbalism has been gaining popularity in tandem with spirituality over the last few years, but few herbalists are going to the same lengths as Sade Musa to call attention to the contributions of the African Diaspora. I was fairly new to the study of plant medicine when I was introduced to herbalist Sade Musa, who...
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A Ritual and Medicines To Support You On Your Path To Your Purpose
The veil that delicately shields us from the ‘spirit realm’ becomes thinned as we transition to a time of reflection, introspection, quiet and the dark. We pay homage to our ancestors. We recognize and give thanks to the ancestors whose names we know and those we don’t. We pay gratitude to the communication our spirit...
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5 Medicines That Help With Healing The Heart
Below are some medicines that are effective in healing the heart, from a physical, mental and emotional perspective. We pay homage to our ancestors. We recognize and give thanks to the ancestors whose names we know and those we don’t. We offer gratitude for their patience with us, especially as we learn to love ourselves...
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Is Moschino’s Pill-Inspired Collection Social Commentary or Exploitation?
Edgy, modern designer Moschino has always pushed the envelope and borrowed inspiration from current events. Their most recent collection, based around pharmaceuticals, is currently under fire by opponents who say that the brand has gone too far and is glorifying drug abuse. An alcohol and drug counselor from Minneapolis has launched a Change.org petition which calls on Moschino and the...