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The Mystical Blossoms Podcast23: FennelJoin us as we continue our herb feature series with this episode all about fennel. Jody offers a collective reading and Natalie introduces the discussion by sharing flavor profile, the edible parts of the plant, and its medicinal properties. Learn about the spiritual aspects of fennel, including its use in protection rituals. We also share a new botanical brew, a tea blend made with fennel seeds. 2024-07-2749 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast22: CalendulaIn this episode, we're diving deep into a single plant, Calendula, as we introduce a new podcast concept. Our idea is to research, write personal stories, and present on one herb or plant, providing a more well-rounded understanding. Listen as we chat about one of Jody's favorite herbs and share a new botanical brew, Petals + Peaches. 2024-07-0745 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast21: Our Big MoveIt's June of 2024 and Mystical Blossoms is getting ready to move! The team has been busy preparing, but we wanted to take a break to talk about what's been happening behind the scenes. In this episode, we're sharing our vision for the new space and answering some of the most-asked questions. We're feeling excited and can't wait until the complete reimagining and grand re-opening of our giftshop and mystical tea bar. 2024-06-2123 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast20: Dating + RelationshipsIn this episode we explore the wild, fun, exciting, and often complex world of dating and relationships. We share personal stories, including our 'red flags' and 'green flags'. We talk about helpful practices for understanding what matters to you in relationships and how to share those needs with potential partners. All three of us have explored online dating and we share what worked, what didn't, and tips for staying safe. Romantic relationships are a dynamic part of our lived experience and when we understand ourselves, they can become much easier to navigate. 2024-04-301h 16The Mystical Blossoms Podcast19: Angel NumbersThis episode we dive deeper into the topic of angel numbers and their significance. Last episode we talked about the ethereal support team we have in angels, guides, and saints and we wanted to talk more about the ways they communicate. We share themes of the angel numbers 111-999, a special Tipsy Witch Drink, and a delicious treat from a first-time local feature, Maria's Mom's Italian Bakery. 2024-03-2949 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast18: Angels, Guides, and SaintsLife can sometimes feel lonely; however, we believe that we are never truly alone. Each person has a team of ethereal support in angels, guides, and saints. In this episode, we talk about our understanding of the differences between these three beings. Jody introduces some of the major archangels, including Gabriel and Michael. Your team wants you to ask for support, so we talk about ways to engage and to ask for signs. Listen as we share our stories and our faith in the magic of angels, guides. and saints.2024-01-2250 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast17: New Year's IntentionsAs we move into a new year, a season often marked with messages about change, we're thinking less about resolutions and more about intentions. We are powerful and capable of affecting change in our lives and it doesn't have to be motivated by guilt or shame. We create rituals in community — Jody offers a tarot reading for the collective and we share a Tipsy Witch Cocktail featuring Mezcal and celery soda. Listen and learn how to set intentions for yourself throughout the year, to check in with your desires, and to be okay with what you need shifting over ti...2024-01-1034 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast16: Good GriefWith the holiday approaching, grief is something that comes up for many of us. This episode, we share personal experiences of love and loss. We talk about tools for managing the waves of heavy emotions that come with the ending of relationships, with death, and with mourning aspects of the self. Knowing that everyone grieves differently means it's important to meet yourself where you're at and with softness. There are ways to memorialize the dead and rituals for integrating grief. We talk about food as a way of doing this, with recipe headstones, herbs or 'dumb' suppers. This episode...2023-12-161h 04The Mystical Blossoms Podcast15: I Ain't Afraid of No GhostsThis episode is all about ghost stories. We start with a tarot reading for the collective by Jody and explain the differences between ghosts and spirits. We talk about connecting with the spirit realm and share our own personal experiences. This means ancestor work and also protection rituals. We talk about the importance of cleansing with herbs and intention for the home and personal items, especially antiques. Lots of conversations on this topic are about whether or not ghosts exist, but here we believe, and we ain't afraid! 2023-11-301h 11The Mystical Blossoms Podcast14: Dreamwork: A Healing JourneyThis episode is all about dreaming! We explore herbs and rituals for supporting a restful night's sleep, since the key component to a rich dreamworld is REM sleep. Touching on the science and moving into more spiritual work, this episode covers everything from the brain to lucid dreaming techniques. Learn practices for working with dreams to nurture self-exploration, past-life recall, and even premonitions. This episode begins with a tarot reading for the collective by Jody and features a seasonal Tipsy Witch mocktail with pumpkin puree and spices. Books Mentioned: The Complete Book of Dreams by St...2023-10-121h 10The Mystical Blossoms Podcast13: Harvesting Your GardenAs we move into the end of Summer growing season, we're harvesting and preserving our plants and herbs for use in the coming year. In this episode we share tips for harvesting, how to maintain freshness, and how to use the most of what you've grown. Gardening is as much about living in the moment as it is about preparing for the future. We talk about saving seeds and taking detailed notes to help set yourself up for more bountiful harvests. 2023-09-0736 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast12: Animals: The Symbolism + MysticismThis episode is all about animals, their symbolism, and their magic. We asked our listeners which creatures they wanted to know more about and we had such a fun time learning along the way. Deepening our connection with animals, insects, and birds means nurturing our connection with nature and ourselves. Animals can show up as messengers, to teach us lessons, or to mirror us in revealing ways all you have to do is pay attention! Books mentioned: Animal Speak by Ted Andrews 2023-08-0356 minThe Mystical Blossoms Podcast11: The Magic of GardeningGardening can be such a rewarding process, especially when growing fruits, veggies, herbs, and edible flowers! It can also feel overwhelming and there's no one way to approach it, so we're sharing our garden experiments, what worked and what didn't, so you can get inspired in your own way! We talk about tips for getting started, different styles of gardening, how to work with limited space, composting, and so much more! Lots of our products are made with plants and herbs we grow in our garden, making this subject a little extra special to us – it's magic watching anything gr...2023-06-291h 22The Mystical Blossoms Podcast10: The Magic of SummerThis episode we're looking forward to Summer by sharing skincare tips, sunscreen preferences, why hydration is so important, and products to nurture a natural glow. Jody offers a collective reading to help navigate the ways we can declutter and prepare for action during these coming months. The Tipsy Witch segment features a cocktail with strawberry infused tequila, garnished with mint - yum! 2023-06-011h 00The Mystical Blossoms Podcast9: MindFULLness Shifting our thoughts can change our experience, so how can we pay attention to the things that effect our mindset in order to manifest with ease? This episode we talk about how to support the functions of the brain and the faculties of thought and consciousness associated with the mind. We believe that doing both creates balance and a sense of overall wellbeing. Sometimes it's as simple as drinking more water and other times it's more complex, like needing more community support. 2023-05-011h 12The Mystical Blossoms Podcast8: BreatheThis episode we share our relationships to one of the most important contributors to overall well-being - the breath. We talk about how the condition of the breath translates to the quality of all of our lived experiences from our movement practices, stress management, sex, sleep, and even state of mind. Learn what it means to really "tune in" and what you can do right now to re-establish and deepen your connection with the breath, creating a sense of empowerment and ease with each inhale and exhale.Books Discussed: Breath: The New Science of a Los...2023-03-271h 06The Mystical Blossoms Podcast7: Living by the MoonThe moon is a force that moves the tides and a powerful symbol of feminine energy. The lunar month is one cycle we can tune into to deepen our connection to life's ebb and flow. In this episode, we share how we work with the moon phases. We also talk intuitive magic, rituals, and go-to herbs for honoring the New Moon and Full Moon energies. Books Discussed: The Lunar & Seasonal Diary - Stacey Demarco Cycles Journal - Rachael Amber (They/She) Soul Care Planner - Sara McCormick Stella Natura Calendar for Biodynamic Gardening...2023-02-171h 16The Mystical Blossoms Podcast6: Let Abundance FlowWhat would happen if you believed everything you desired was available to you?? This week we're sharing about abundance, what it means it us, and how to attract it. Abundance is less about endless amounts of money or loads of jewels, and more about freedom, time, and relationships. We talk about the very real blocks that can make feeling abundant difficult and the ways we can shift our perspectives to work through these trials, not ignore them. Books Discussed:The Success Principles by Jack Canfield The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Prosperity Meditations: Practic...2023-01-201h 05The Mystical Blossoms Podcast5: Thrive this SeasonThis episode, we share our soul care tips for maintaining joy - including a Tipsy Witch Cocktail with our Coconut Chai! We believe a happy holiday isn't determined by the gifts we give or receive; it's knowing that the true spirit of the holiday comes from within. It grows out of the love and appreciation we have for ourselves. We talk about why setting boundaries is just as important as integrating supplements for physical wellness, so you can THRIVE this season! 2022-11-171h 18