38 The Slow Cleanse: Spring Detox Herbs Your Grandmother Knew

                                                                            "You are not emptying yourself. You are making room. There is a difference, and it lives in the body." In Week Four of the March series, we arrive at the Waxing Gibbous Moon — luminous, nearly full, and ripening toward the Pink Moon just days away — and talk about two of the most quietly powerful spring herbs growing right now outside your door: cleavers and dandelion. This episode explores what traditional spring cleansing actually was (and wasn't), how the lymphatic system and liver move with the season, and how to practice detox as a relationship with the natural world rather than a rule imposed from outside. Includes simple preparation instructions for the cleavers cold infusion and dandelion root decoction. Moon Gardening Calendar - Bio Dynamic Planting Guide March Moon Calendar https://mooncalendar.astro-seek.com/gardening-moon-calendar-guide-march-2026 April Moon Calendar https://mooncalendar.astro-seek.com/gardening-moon-calendar-guide-april-2026   🌿 Herbs & Favorite Tools (affiliate links — thank you for supporting this work) Herbs featured in this Show: 1. Cleavers Dried Herb https://amzn.to/47KMQQn 2. Cleavers Liquid Extract https://amzn.to/3O4Phq2 3. Dandelion Root https://amzn.to/4t8ijDY   My favorite tea-making tools: BAYKA French Press Coffee Maker https://amzn.to/4r4LYNH   Cold Brew Coffee Filter for Wide Mouth Mason Jar,  https://amzn.to/4qWQr4L   Heat-proof wide-mouth mason jars https://amzn.to/4pNflmq   📚Bookstore - Brenda J. Sullivan Books https://www.brendajsullivanbooks.com/   🌱 My Garden Journal – A How-To Garden Book for Kids Because every gardener starts with a single seed — and a little curiosity. My Garden Journal is part how-to guide, part creative keepsake, designed to help children (and their grown-ups) learn the basics of growing food and flowers while documenting their journey. Inside you'll find: Simple planting guidance Space for drawings, photos, and notes Imaginative themed gardens (Harry Potter Herb Garden, Young Chef's Garden, Monarch Butterfly Garden) Perfect for homeschooling families, budding herbalists, and anyone who wants to grow confidence by growing plants. ✨ You'll be amazed at how much you — and your garden — grow when you take time to journal the journey.   🌿 Work With Me 🌙 Herbal Consultations (Now Open) Root your wellness in the wisdom of the plants — and the stars. My one-on-one consultations offer gentle, grounded guidance rooted in traditional herbalism, vitalist principles, and (if you wish) astrology. Each session begins with listening. 👉 Learn more here: https://mailchi.mp/351efb18cd6b/one-on-one-consultations-landing-page   🌿 Join Me on Patreon Support this work and receive exclusive herbal & holistic content ✨ Membership includes:✔ Monthly herbal & lunar insights✔ DIY recipes & printable guides✔ Free class replays✔ Bi-annual personalized herbal consultations (Tier 3) Membership can be as little as a cup of coffee ☕️ 👉 Join here: https://patreon.com/ThompsonStreetFarm?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   ♈ FREE Zodiac Herbs Guide Unlock the secrets of personalized wellness with my free Zodiac Herbs Guide. https://www.brendajsullivanteach.com/zodiacherbguidefreebieor   ☕ Buy Me a Cup of Tea If this story brought you comfort, you can support the channel here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thompsonstg   🎶 Music Credits A heartfelt thank you to Alexander Nakarada for the music featured in this story. I am a Patreon supporter of Alexander's work. 🎼 Song: Planning - 320bit -  September 5, 2021 🔗 https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/   🌿 Stay Connected Website: https://thenewenglandherbary.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thenewenglandherbary?si=f7_MB0XEz0vn0Xr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewenglandherbary/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578148227744 Thompson Street Farm LLC is the parent company of the New England Herbary: https://thompsonstreetfarm.com/ 💬 I'd love to hear how this story landed for you. Feel free to share your reflections in the comments.