The Importance of Breathing Properly: Herbs and Techniques to Keep your Lungs Healthy
The rising levels of air pollution pose a significant threat to our respiratory health, making the pursuit of clean air more crucial than ever. Here are six herbs and a breathing technique to keep your lungs healthy.
The New Lockdown: Why Staying Indoors Is Harmful To Our Wellbeing
Changing social habits and the allure of screens are contributing to a trend of people spending more time indoors, with potentially detrimental consequences for both individual and community well-being. Here lies the importance of prioritizing time in nature and fostering community connections; we must resist the temptation to be glued to our screens and connect with what truly matters.
Heart-Opening Plants for Self-Love
Plants are not just botanical wonders but also powerful symbols and tools in the journey of self-love. They remind us that nature offers boundless opportunities for healing and self-discovery. Embracing them can open our hearts to the beauty and love within us, guiding us on a path to deeper self-awareness and fulfillment.
Best Online Herbalism Course for Beginners in 2024: Casa Earth’s Herbalism and Rituals
In the search for the Best Herbalism Course in 2024, Casa Earth invites beginners and seekers of wellness and holistic living into a realm where the secrets of plant medicine unfold.
The world is undergoing a series of shifts, including a return to ancient practices; that’s why we developed this Herbalism and Rituals course, inspired by the knowledge we’ve received from shamans, curanderas, healers, and hueseras who we cherish in our hearts and consider mentors and friends.
Soulful Practices for Profound Connections: A Voyage of Intimacy
Embracing conscious rituals is like holding a compass that guides us to our heart's true north. These rituals are more than mere activities; they are sacred keys to unlocking new depths in our partnerships. Follow these soul-awakening practices to transform fleeting instants into timeless, sacred unions.
The Vanishing Point: The Intersectionality of Extinction and Apartheid
The world has seldom witnessed a time when the urgency to act was so palpable. If history is anything more than a compendium of human endeavor, it must also be the stage for lessons learned and wisdom gleaned. The duality of extinction—the death of species and the genocide of cultures—is seen through the harrowing lens of modern-day apartheid.
The Symbiocene: A Future of Harmony with Nature
The Anthropocene, a term encapsulating an era characterized by human impact on Earth's ecosystems, has echoed in environmental discussions for years. Yet, environmental philosopher Glenn Albrecht proposes an alternative: the Symbiocene – a vision of a future where humanity and nature exist symbiotically.
The Role of Positive-Constructive Daydreaming in a Mindful Lifestyle
In an era where the constant pressure for productivity and speed can feel overwhelming, the act of intentional daydreaming can serve as an essential anchoring element, creating a bridge between our frenzied daily routines and a lifestyle emphasizing mindfulness and the conscious deceleration of life's pace.
The Art of Embracing Less: Understanding the Power and Aesthetic of Minimalism
Modern-day consumerism urges us towards a persistent state of wanting more, buying more, and consequently, cluttering our lives more. Minimalism, a lifestyle choice that promotes the beauty of less, offers a tranquil sanctuary from the cacophony of excess.
Indigenous Wisdom and Ayahuasca: The Spiritual Connection that Saved Four Children Lost in the Amazon
The unlikely alliance of modern technology and traditional knowledge was key to finding the children. A crucial element of this was the ritualistic use of the sacred hallucinogenic brew, ayahuasca.
Understanding Brazil's Controversial PL490: The Fight for Indigenous People, Our Climate, and the Amazon's Future
The story of Brazil's controversial PL490, a potential climate calamity that puts the future of the world's largest rainforest and its guardians at risk.
Reconnecting with Earth's Embrace: The Therapeutic Potential of Grounding/Earthing
Ancient civilizations understood the energy of the Earth and its impact on our well-being. Scientific studies are shedding light on the remarkable advantages of this practice.
Bamboo: The Sustainable Superstar of the Construction World
In an era marked by climate change and a growing urgency for sustainable solutions, bamboo has emerged as an eco-friendly building material with a long-standing history and unparalleled versatility.
Building A Greener Future: Sustainable Construction Materials
For the past century, the global population has exponentially grown, accelerating urbanization. Today, the demand for new infrastructure and housing is on the rise. The construction industry, a major contributor to environmental degradation, must evolve to address these challenges. Here are some alternatives.
Can Psychedelics Help Raise Awareness for Environmental Issues?
Psychedelics, also known as hallucinogens or entheogens, are a class of psychoactive substances that can alter an individual's perception, cognition, and mood. They have been used for centuries by various cultures for spiritual, healing, and recreational purposes.
In recent years, the potential therapeutic and healing benefits of psychedelic substances have gained mainstream attention. But can these substances also help us become more environmentally conscious? A new concept called "ecodelics" suggests that they can.
Embracing the Circular Economy: A Journey Toward Sustainable Living
Our current linear economy model relies on extracting raw materials, converting them into products, and eventually discarding them as waste. The circular economy, on the other hand, focuses on closing the loop by designing waste out of the system and keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible.
The Impact of a Compound Growth Mindset on Environmental Stewardship
In the face of climate change, with average global temperatures rising by about 1.2°C (2.16°F) since the 19th century, a loss of approximately 60% of global wildlife populations in the past 50 years, and resource depletion, it is imperative to transform our mindsets and adopt innovative approaches prioritizing long-term sustainability.
Vegan Pet Food: Can They Eat Plant-based? (Recipes Included)
Vegans aim to minimize animal suffering and reduce environmental impact, and prioritize the welfare of all living beings, which is why we may seek to extend this philosophy to the diets of our furry companions. But is it possible and ethical?
Five notable environmentalists that shaped our understanding and relationship with the planet
We remember the legacies of Lynn Margulis, Masanobu Fukuoka, Vandana Shiva, Rachel Carson, and Wangari Maathai – visionaries who contributed to the global movement for a cleaner, healthier, and more just world.
The Transformative Power of Indigenous Wisdom: Asking Permission from Mother Earth
We’ve received many teachings that have led us to reconnect with our roots and cultivate a profound relationship with Mother Earth. A key aspect of this journey involves embracing ancient indigenous wisdom, particularly the practice of asking permission before taking from the land.