Wellness Resources
Herbs for Children: Why They’re Great and Which Ones Are Safe
Herbs for Children: Why They’re Great and Which Ones Are Safe Herbs can be wonderful allies for children’s health, offering gentle, natural support for common issues like digestion, sleep, and immune support. Unlike many over-the-counter medications, herbs often work in harmony with the body, supporting its natural processes without the harsh side effects that can…
Read MoreHerbal Education 101: How to Make Basic Oils and Salves
Herbal Education 101: How to Make Basic Oils and Salves Welcome to Herbal Education 101! Today, we’ll cover the basics of making herbal oils and salves, which are fantastic for creating your own natural, soothing remedies at home. These simple, effective preparations are easy to make and can be customized to suit your needs. We’ll…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Sleep and How to Enhance Your Sleep Routine
The Benefits of Sleep and How to Enhance Your Sleep Routine At Ace of Cups, we know that good sleep is key to feeling your best. It’s not just about getting rest—sleep impacts everything from your mood to your immune system. Let’s dive into why sleep matters and some simple ways to improve your sleep…
Read MoreCandle Magic: How to get started
Candle Magic: A Simple Yet Powerful Practice Candle magic is an accessible and potent form of spellwork that anyone can engage in. Growing up in a Jewish home, I experienced the magic of candles firsthand through Shabbat and Havdalah rituals—lighting the Shabbos candles each Friday night and extinguishing the Havdalah candle on Saturday evening. These…
Read MoreCreating a Personal Altar
How to Create a Magical Working Space or Altar Building an altar is a deeply personal and mystical practice that allows you to connect with your ancestors, deities, or the energies of the universe. Your altar can be as simple or as elaborate as you like, and there’s no right or wrong way to create…
Read MoreWork smart, not hard-advice for injury prevention on the job
“Work Smart, Not Hard!” Staying safe on the job is important to your quality of life. It is so easy to get caught up in work and forget to take care of ourselves. I wrote this as a little check list to help you out on your day at work. First lists look at activities…
Read MoreStep Into the Wondrous World of Tarot
Step into the Wondrous World of Tarot: A Portal to the Soul Welcome to the enchanting realm of tarot, where magic and imagination guide the subconscious on a journey into the depths of the soul. Tarot is not just a tool for divination; it is a mirror that reflects our innermost thoughts, desires, and the…
Read MoreMaterica Magica (Herbal Magic)
The Magical world of our plantcestors: Properties and Ritual uses Angelica Latin name: Angelica archangelica Common names: Angelica, Holy Ghost root, wild celery, Norwegian angelica Family: Apiaceae/Carrot family Parts used: Root, seeds, and leaves Element: Sun Tarot card: Strength Magical properties: Guardian, healer, ward off evil especially in the home, associated with the archangel Michael.…
Read MoreInjury Prevention in Yoga Asana (For teachers and students)
INJURY PREVENTION IN YOGA ASANA Injury Prevention Injury can happen in yoga class and if it happens to beginners they are likely to never return to your class or yoga in general. It is our job, as teachers, to make beginners safe, supported and excited about the prospect of joining those already on the yogic…
Read MoreStress the Silent Killer
STRESS THE SILENT KILLER But have no fear massage, yoga, nature and meditation are just some techniques that can help to keep stress under control. As homo sapiens were evolving, we developed the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The main purpose of the sympathetic nervous system is stress and danger response; once the danger/stressor has…
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