Color of the day: Brown Incense of the day: Lilac Incense of the day: Lilac St. John's wort blooms in profusion in the days surrounding the Summer Solstice. This plant has been prized by herbalists for centuries, but in recent years it has been discovered that St. John's wort helps alleviate mild depression without the side effects of prescription drugs. How many of us don't feel stressed out or emotionally depleted from time to time? If you're feeling out of sorts from time to time, try adding this herb to your daily dose of vitamins and supplements. As the Moon wanes, drink a cup of St. John's wort tea each day. Sit in quiet reflection, and tell yourself that as the Moon grows smaller, your stress and depression will lessen. What else can you do to alleviate stress in your life? Try eliminating some of your activities and see what you can do without. Simplify your lifestyle. Remember: The best things in life are free. |