by M. Leslie Danis Rice | Mar 16, 2026 | Botanical Intelligence, Ritual & Practice, Seasonal Physiology
What Your Body Is Actually Telling You There’s a particular kind of optimism that arrives with the first warm weekend of spring. The sun is out. The soil looks ready. The garden tools suddenly feel like old friends. And somewhere in the back of your mind, a...
by M. Leslie Danis Rice | Mar 3, 2026 | Seasonal Wellness, Joint & Mobility Support, Ritual & Practice, Seasonal Physiology
Updated October 11, 2026Aromatic Wisdom · Gardening & RecoveryWhat would become Joyful Joints (a botanical massage comfort oil) began with a lump of clay.When I was wedging clay, essentially kneading it to make it ready for use, the area around my wrist and thumb...
by M. Leslie Danis Rice | Jan 1, 2026 | Holistic Health, Mental Well-Being
As I contemplate the year ahead, I find myself unexpectedly heartened by the conclusion of Stranger Things. In reflecting on the series, a few themes stand out—ones that offer a measure of hope as we step, perhaps tentatively, into the new year. At its heart,...
by M. Leslie Danis Rice | Jul 4, 2024 | Earth Spirit Harmony, Greensboro Spiritual Healing Community, Spirit
The Protector July invites us to honor and recognize the protector within us as a crucial aspect of our spiritual guidance. This protector can be viewed as a guardian spirit, but in essence, it is an integral part of our personality, often referred to as the ego. This...
by M. Leslie Danis Rice | May 21, 2024 | Learning Series, Therapeutic Aromatics
Aromatic Wisdom · Personal Aromatherapy There are several ways to incorporate essential oils into your wellness routines. Here, we explore personal inhalers and what makes them a practical choice. For moments when you want support with stress,focus, or feelings of...
