Planting Seeds in Grief: Herbs for a Rooted Heart

This week we have a very personal, solo episode. I’m dropping in with you one-on-one—no guests, just a real-time reflection from my heart to yours. It’s been just over a month since launching the podcast, and while it's been a whirlwind of incredible conversations, I wanted to pause, connect, and share what’s been moving through me.This episode is about grief, growth, and the gentle reminder to slow down. I open up about the recent loss of our beloved dog Bleau and how that grief is shaping my perspective and shifting the pace of this podcast—and life in general. I talk about the arc of his life and how the seasons mirror our own inner transitions.We explore:The challenge and beauty of being a sensitive person navigating creativity and businessMy transition to releasing bi-monthly episodes to honor sustainability and easeThe energetic dance between masculine and feminine modes of workingHow grief reorients everything—and how nature, ritual, and plants offer healingI also dive into the powerful herbal allies that are helping me stay grounded and open-hearted right now, including hawthorn, rose, and reishi, the key herbs in my Rooted Heart Elixir. We talk about Shen tonics in Traditional Chinese Medicine and how they support both grief and voice—two themes that feel intertwined in this moment.✨ Herbal Allies Discussed:Hawthorn – for heart support, grief, and liminal timesRose – for boundaries, beauty, and authentic expressionReishi – for nervous system regulation, grounding, and spiritual connection🌱 Whether you're navigating your own grief, creative burnout, or just craving a deeper sense of presence and alignment this spring, this episode is for you. It's a vulnerable one—but also a hopeful one. We're moving through the sacred dark together.Links + Resources:Rooted Heart Elixir (Hawthorn, Rose, Reishi + Honey)Blooming Rooted Retreat, Autumn 2025Botanical Breathwork with Dandelion, April 27thI'd love to hear from you. How are you moving through this season? What’s been resonating? Stay ConnectedIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share with others who would love it.Support the podcast by making a purchase with Dancing Willow Herbs!Website: www.dancingwillowherbs.comInstagram: @dancingwillowherbsco