In 2017, right around this time of year, my life changed. Because I was rejected. And it was the best thing to ever happen to me. Here's the story. A well-meaning student approached me and asked if I would consider teaching her. I said yes, and happily constructed a plan to …
Sticking it out
Here's my rule of thumb lately: the more often I'm uncomfortable, the more comfortable I can be. When I'm willing to withstand some momentary discomfort, like not knowing how to do something, doing something that's scary or hard, being lost, or totally f*cking up, the bigger my comfort zone …
Time for gratitude
In the 2nd half of summer, when gardens are laden with squash sitting on the ground, sunflowers going to seed, tips of sweet corn rocketing through their husks, and branches heavy with peaches, there's an obvious theme of abundance. As our beloved Earth begins to slowly tilt us away from the …
The Zucchini Trap
Did you begin the summer season with about 100 books to read, 10 home projects to finish, a foreign language to learn, 42 friends to have tea with, and 16 swimming holes to visit? (I know it isn't just me!) I call this phenomenon "planting too much zucchini". At springtime, we have lots of …
Seasonal Apothecary
To formulate The Queen anointing oil, I used several essential oils derived from Roots. A "Root oil" means that the plant's essential oils are found exclusively in its roots. Root-derived essential oils, attars, and absolutes will put you in touch with your innate ability …