Keeping in touch with your physical being will tell you which herbs will serve you the best and which ones you can do without. Humans aren’t designed to be taking every supplement, all at once, forever. Here are some of our favorite herbs to take for specific reasons, but remember that you should always listen to your body and don’t just take these to take them.

The pineal gland – It comes from the Latin word for pine cone, or pinea, relating to its shape and appearance. This gland is responsible for vital hormonal secretions that have a lot to do with our general well-being, and it’s been linked to a deep sense of spirituality.

The moon is often depicted as a symbol of the feminine. An embodiment of the rhythm of time. A metaphor for the cycles of womanhood. And a beautiful force that can impact everything from the ocean waves to our emotions. Like the moon, we go through phases throughout the month. The phases of the menstrual cycle are menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation, and the luteal phase.

Are you feeling lethargic, out of alignment, or just “off”? Maybe it’s time for a clearing of your home. You probably already know the power of burning sage and palo santo but we are about to teach you about more herbs you can use to clear your space. To burn these sacred plants, it’s important to do it with respect and source these plants from sustainable sources and from native tribes.

Our homes are our sacred place. They provide a place to nourish our bodies, connect with our souls, celebrate love and friendship, and shelter us from storms among so much more. We can amplify the healing impact of our sacred spaces with plants.