Jamie Michelle and Kristin Dahl, both known for their expertise in herbalism and holistic wellness, have teamed up to create Comic Tonic – A Guide to Herbal Infusions, Mineral Mocktails, and Healing Elixirs. In this beautifully crafted guide, they share their passion for natural health through an array of recipes and practices designed to enhance everyday vitality. One of the many highlights is their introduction to herbal simples, paired with a nourishing, easy-to-make herbal infusion. This recipe not only quenches your thirst but seamlessly weaves health-supportive rituals into your daily routine, inviting moments of calm and rejuvenation.
The Magic of Herbal Simples
In herbalism, “Simples” refer to single-herb infusions that are taken over a period of time in order to experience the full, medicinal benefits of the plant. They’re a beautiful way to deeply nourish your body while building an intimate relationship with the plants. Working with a single herb over time offers an opportunity to connect with the essence of the plant, its spirit and its offerings, as well as to nurture and support the body toward healing on every level.
The ritual of making herbal infusions each day is a powerful practice in itself, as it provides a sense of commitment to yourself and communion to the earth and its offerings. When you drink in a plant, you’re not only taking in nutrients, you’re also connecting to the heart of the planet and all that unites and created us.
When exploring the plant world and herbalism, it’s best to gravitate to herbs that speak to you. Or maybe you try one or two, and there’s one herb that feels so right and so healing as you drink it in. It’s almost as if this plant feels like a dear friend. This is where the term “herbal ally” or “plant ally” comes into play—as we build a connection with the plants, they befriend us and our bodies. The plants become allies on our journeys and support us through different phases of life. Oftentimes, the plants guide us through different stages of healing, help us to rebuild our bodies, usher us toward expansion, and lead us to a deeper relationship with ourselves, our intuition, and the world around us.
On a practical level, it’s helpful to explore and play around with different herbs, finding a rhythm that works well for you. From there, choose a single herb to develop a deeper relationship with. This could look like 30 days to start. Over time, the plants will begin to speak to you and will become your allies, not only restoring and rejuvenating your body, but also connecting you to a deep herbal intuition. They will begin to guide you and call out to you like dear friends, offering support through various experiences. Once you connect with one plant in this way, you establish an opportunity to build a symbiotic relationship to all plant spirits in this way. Honor them and they will honor you.
Let the Plants Be Your Guide
The ritual of making herbal infusions each day is a powerful practice, as it provides a sense of commitment to yourself and communion to the earth and its offerings. When you drink in a plant, you’re not only taking in nutrients, but you’re also connecting to the heart of the planet and all that unites and creates us. To begin, try out a few different infusions and choose the herb that calls to you, feels good in your body, and nourishes you on every level. Nettle Leaf is one of our very favorites.
COSMIC GARDEN – NETTLE MULTI MINERAL HERBAL INFUSION
An exquisite way to improve wellbeing.
Earthy. Medicinal. Divine. Deeply nourishing. Sacred minerals.
BENEFITS / USES
This earthy green, deeply- nourishing tonic will leave you feeling hydrated, refreshed, and renewed. Nettle is nature’s multivitamin. A potent source of nutrients and rich in iron and chlorophyll, this mighty herb is a healer for many ailments. Rich in various minerals–a beautiful herbal infusion for restoration and regular use. This infusion offers extraordinary emotional and physical support.
INGREDIENTS
2-4 Tbsp. of dried nettle leaf
METHOD
Add 2-4 Tbsp. of dried nettle leaf to a 32 oz. mason jar.
For Cold:Top with cold water. Cover with a lid and infuse in the fridge overnight.
For hot: top with hot water, cover, and let sit on the countertop overnight.Strain and enjoy throughout the day
OPTIONAL ADD-INS
Raw honey
INTENTION
I am calling forth exquisite health, blissful moments that take my breath away, and the knowing that I am graciously held and guided by loving forces toward my cosmic destiny.
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