BeSimply…Hydration. Cucumber Side. {Mind You + Food}

Crape Myrtle is popping up in my neighborhood* I feel the beautiful flowers are an invitation to forgive self, heal your wounds and prepare yourself to discover your truth. Bonus the flowers make a wonderful tea for seasonal disharmony in the head and chest. In addition, the leaves can be made into a tea too. Myrtle loves to support the kidneys and bladder via her leaves. Coupled with the root being astringent and willing to assist in keeping your waters flowing. The bark helps purify the system as needed. The leaves and flowers like comfrey serve as nature’s “band-aide” calming a wound down. The berries are a culinary spice that can be ground up and used to season a meal on the go or at home. Finally, overall Myrtle’s energy is one that will welcome you to calm down and reclaim your courage.

Tree Friends, Myrtle is a Great one to CHOOSE amongst others.

I have always encouraged my students and clients to have a few tree friends and the reason for this is because the majority of humanity has felt ALONE at one point or another in their life. I hear often in my private practice.

The reasons for spending time with trees is proven scientifically. However, the actual proof is in trying it for yourself and seeing what the results are. A tree is an inviting place to have a rest, read a book, meditate and enjoy a meal. I have extended nature to my family, students and clients as a remedy because it has worked for me all my life. In fact, I use to tell my parents I was going to the mall and I would drive up to a magical canyon and river, just to be. Trees and all of nature are the most powerful nourishment you can ever give yourself.

Want to learn more?

The Japanese practice of ‘forest bathing’ or tree hugging (known as shinrin yoku) is a great way to relax and de-stress. (Scientific Paper)

Do you need or want a well footnoted article before you dare to go find a forest or tree friends near you? (Read More Here)
*the above photo is a stock image and below is an offering I gathered on a recent walk.

To be DECLARED. Always consult someone like myself or another that works with plants and people daily. One size does not fit all and there are many things you want to consider when introducing anything new into your physical temple natural and/or HUman made.