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Happy Winter Solstice 💖❄️It might be the shortest day of the year, but the days are getting longer. The sun is resting and rebuilding strength, so if you’re tired, that’s alright. I’m exhausted. Rest isn’t a bad thing, being tired and doing stuff anyway is. If we align ourselves with nature, we remember that now’s the time to restore our vitality, plant seeds of intention and rebuild for the spring. 

Up level your salad dressing and your immunity with Four Thieves Vinegar. It’s said to cure the plague just imagine what it could do for your cold?  Steeped for 4+ weeks in apple cider vinegar, sage, rosemary, lavender and thyme are bursting with health and flavour. (I know what you’re thinking, Cass where the heck am I gonna get lavender? If you live in Toronto I highly recommend Herbies Herbs on Queen, or ask your local health food store. I’m happy to share some as well. It really adds to the flavour of this vinegar)At the very least, try making...

The difference b/w leading and following is the feeling in your HEARTSPACE, that expansive place at the centre of your chest that’s usually guarded by a thick armour. How can your soften into it?  • breathe. Invite your breath into the centre of your chest and down into your belly (your place of willpower)• child’s pose. ground your heart and breathe into the place between your shoulders (the back of the heart)• wear jewelry or gemstones. amp up whatever feeling you want to create • language. find ways to shift it if it’s not serving you eg. I’m so tired...

Made with only a few ingredients, these gluten-free, grain-free crackers will make your mouth water and your bellies sing. Flax is amazing at binding to excess toxins in the body; helping the body eliminate naturally by gently removing excess waste including hormones like estrogen and everyday toxins that we pick up in our environment. Flax also help to nourish the brain with omega 3 fatty acids so that it can think clearly and perform optimally. They taste...  Nutty, savoury, crunchy, earthy and neutral (making them an excellent pairing with your favourite spread). Takes 25 min. to make and serves about 24 crackers Ingredients: 3/4 cup ground...

Hygge (pronounced hue-guh not hoo-gah) is a feeling or moment that is cosy, charming or special aka heals your soul. Hygge literally only requires consciousness, a certain slowness, and the ability to not just be present – but recognize and enjoy the present.   Ways to bring hygge into your life: Stay home – instead of eating out, stay home and order in or better yet cook for yourself Keep warm – wool socks, oversized sweaters, blankets and scarfs Use fire or flame. If you can’t have a fire light a beeswax candle Snuggle – rearrange your pillows and make...