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By Robin Bennett, Posted in Videos

Here is the latest video in our plant medicine series, featuring the generosity of Elder (Sambucus nigra). Enjoy!! And do share...knowledge is empowering!... read more.

• August 31, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Videos

Summer is richly abundant with plant medicines! Here is the latest video in our plant medicine series, featuring the generosity of red raspberry. Every part of red raspberry (Rubus idaeus) and her close relatives can be used in preparing food and medicine. Enjoy!! And do share...knowledge is empowering!... read more.

• July 05, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Blog

When the news of the world, or even the news in your personal world, makes you want to get back into bed and pull covers over your head, forever, or run for “the hills” (that may no longer exist), or eat “comfort food” that will have you feeling very uncomfortable a short time later, it’s time to take an herbal bath. Really. Herbal bathing is versatile. It can be done as a full body bath, ideally, but if that’s not an option, hand and foot baths are surprisingly satisfyin... read more.

• July 05, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Videos

Here is the latest video in my wild plant medicine series! I hope you enjoy it and learn some valuable information about Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) leaves and flowers!... read more.

• May 26, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Videos

Here is our second video in the new Plant Medicines Series; each one features a local medicinal plant and includes tips on identification, harvesting and uses. Wherever you live, there is medicine under your feet! Now I'd love to introduce you to my dear friend, plantain!... read more.

• April 20, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Videos

  In the summer we shot a series of plant videos for you in the garden and among the wild weeds. We hope you enjoy these videos, learn from them, and are inspired to get out and get wild, even in your own backyard!In each short video Robin Rose is focused on sharing one amazing medicinal plant with you. This first video, shot in the medicine wheel and gardens, is an introduction to the series.   You can also watch it on Youtube here: Intro to Robin Rose's New Plant Videos... read more.

• March 31, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Videos

2016 will be the year of videos! We'll be launching a new plant video series starting in a couple of weeks! But first, here's something a little different. I wrote a new poem that I wanted to share.   You can also watch it on Youtube here: Robin Rose Reading Her New Poem... read more.

• February 29, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Blog

How did onions, garlic, ginger, horseradish, cayenne, apple cider vinegar and sometimes honey come to be at the forefront of a stand for freedom? It's quite a story. And it is unfolding right now. If you're not familiar, here's the scoop. I have created this 'magic chant' to help change the energy towards a more positive outcome for Fire Cider (i.e. to help free it from trade mark restrictions). Would you please join us in chanting it either 3 or 9 times once a day for the next few days? It only takes about... read more.

• February 11, 2016

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Blog

Winter Solstice blessings to all! Light a candle tonight in the deepest darkness. Rekindle your Trust in the darkness as the time for dreaming. Trust the darkness as the Mystery that brings forth the light. Trust the darkness as the womb of the Goddess, the Great Mother of all who brings us forth in love. The world is as we collectively dream it to be, moment by moment. Dream your truest dreams. Let us each and all continue to envision the world we know is possible and trust it to be born out of our love an... read more.

• December 21, 2015

By Robin Bennett, Posted in Blog

New article up on New York Spirit! "Herbal medicine is truly the people’s medicine and can be found right in our kitchens. The methods I use and teach are focused on preparing the plants in ways that help us to receive their healing gifts (vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, and other constituents) as fully as possible and to do this in a low-tech way that anyone can do well. Also, recognizing that most of us feel over-committed, overloaded and tired, I know we need simple, easy ways to take care of ours... read more.

• November 19, 2015