by Kristine De Block | Feb 10, 2025 | Blog Post
Ancient roots: fertility festivals and pagan beginnings One of the stories often told about the origins of Valentine’s Day is that it replaced the Roman festival of Lupercalia, a fertility rite held on 15th February. Lupercalia was associated with Lupercus, a pastoral...
by Kristine De Block | Dec 27, 2024 | Blog Post
Twelfth Night and Herbal Traditions: As the festive season draws to a close and the quiet stillness of early January takes hold, Twelfth Night arrives – a moment rich in history, tradition, and meaning. Celebrated on 5th January, Twelfth Night marks the end of the...
by Kristine De Block | Dec 13, 2024 | Blog Post
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Why winter feels heavy and how to find light As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, it’s not uncommon to feel a shift in mood or energy. For some, this seasonal change can bring more than just a desire to...
by Kristine De Block | Nov 26, 2024 | Blog Post
Winter wellness – Building resilience with herbal medicine Winter has a way of testing us. The mornings are darker, the air bites at our cheeks, and sniffles seem to make their way into every household. It’s a season where our bodies work hard, and we often find...
by Kristine De Block | Oct 17, 2024 | Blog Post
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, I find myself drawn into the quiet of autumn. October is a time of reflection, a gentle nudge from the season to slow down and reconnect. This month brings us to Samhain, a moment filled with memories, gratitude, and a...
by Kristine De Block | Oct 6, 2024 | Blog Post
As the crisp days of October settle in, I’m always reminded of my childhood walks through the woods with my grandmother. She was the one who taught me to pay attention to the changing seasons, to notice the way the trees shed their leaves and the earth prepared itself...