7 Things To Know When Working With Herbs

Whether you’re curious about using herbs, or you’ve been practicing for a while, I want to share with you these 7 vital lessons about working with plant medicine.

Body, Planet, SpiritMelani SchwederFebruary 3, 2020herbalism, herbs, plants, nature, natural healing, health, healing, culture, self-care, supplementsComment

A Mindful Eating Ritual

Let’s take a moment to stop, drop, and savor our favorite food. This little ritual will open up your senses to a whole new experience!

Body, MindMelani SchwederJanuary 26, 2020food, ritual, meditation, mindfulness, psychology, wellness, self-love, natural healing, nutrition, intuitionComment

Plant Allies: Damiana

If you’ve been looking for a sacred plant to awaken your sensuality and open you to the beauty around you, the seductive Damiana can lead the way.

Body, Planet, SpiritMelani SchwederJanuary 4, 2020herbalism, plants, sexuality, nature, natural healing, herbs, ritual, empowerment, healingComment

5 Ways To Befriend Your Body This Year

Your body loves you unconditionally. Is it time to return the favor?

Body, MindMelani SchwederDecember 27, 2019body, self-love, sexuality, self-care, advocacy, empowerment, relationships, psychology, culture, happiness, mindfulnessComment

Tapping Into The Wisdom Of The Seasons

In honor of this week's Solstice, I invite you to get in touch with the sacred cycles of nature. In this blog, we’ll explore the symbols and associations of each season, to give you some inspiration!

Planet, SpiritMelani SchwederDecember 17, 2019wellness, seasons, self-care, spirituality, energy, environment, balance, psychology, healing, cultureComment

The Body As A Dwelling Place: It's Time To Come Home

What does it mean to be embodied? Why is the embodiment journey such an important one? This is my take.

Body, SpiritMelani SchwederDecember 9, 2019body, self-love, culture, sensitivity, empowerment, sexuality, trauma, psychology, authenticity, illness, healing, languageComment

7 Habits For A Spiritual Life

Getting aligned with your inner truth and with Divine wisdom takes practice. These seven habits will pave the way.

Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederNovember 22, 2019habits, spirituality, energy, empowerment, happiness, psychology, mindfulness, advocacy, charityComment

3 Keys To Your Sexual Empowerment

What does true sexual empowerment look like? Hint: it’s probably not what you’ve seen on TV, or in magazines.

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederNovember 6, 2019sexuality, authenticity, energy, empowerment, gender, advocacy, happiness, chakra, mindfulness, relationshipsComment

An Intro To The Five Elements

Want to feel more connected to your environment and the energies within yourself too? The Western five element theory might be able to help!

Mind, Spirit, PlanetMelani SchwederOctober 30, 2019wellness, environment, energy, spirituality, balance, healing, natural healing, cultureComment

21 Little Ways To Care For Yourself & The Planet

Our health and the health of our environment go together. Here are 21 easy ways you can help yourself and the planet.

Body, Mind, Planet, SpiritMelani SchwederOctober 20, 2019environment, healing, natural healing, self-care, culture, minimalism, mindfulnessComment

Is Illness A Trauma? + 7 Ways To Start Healing

We've heard the term "trauma" applied to everything from war to abuse, but what about illness? I think it's about time we had the conversation.

23 Easy Peasy Self-Care Ideas

Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Here are 23 easy ideas, plus a free printable!

Body, Mind, SpiritMelani SchwederSeptember 29, 2019culture, self-care, self-love, self-help, environment, advocacy, disability, balance, psychologyComment

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