Rose & Ritual Apothecary

08/27/2024

So, I’ve finally decided to join the ‘everyone has a podcast’ club—cause why not!🎙️ My new podcast, Roses and Rituals, is launching this Thursday, August 29th, and I couldn’t be more excited (and maybe a little nervous) to share it with you all.

In a world where there’s a podcast for just about everything, I wanted to create a space that feels like a cozy chat with a friend, diving into the magic and mystery of Reiki and beyond. Episode one is all about the basics of Reiki—what it is, how it works, and why it might just be the thing you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re a total newbie or just curious, I’m here to break it all down in the most down-to-earth way possible.

So grab your favorite cup of tea, find a comfy spot, and tune in this Thursday🎙️✨

08/21/2024

05/10/2024

Wild Orangutan Uses Herbal Medicine to Treat His Wound 😮

Researchers say this may be the first observation of a nonhuman animal purposefully treating a wound with a medicinal plant!

In June 2022 researchers monitoring the 150 orangutans in the neighborhood noticed something unusual: Rakus was injured, with an open wound on his fl**ge (a large, flat “cheek” structure that surrounds his face). And he seemed to be purposefully applying plant sap and crushed leaves to the wound—almost like a poultice—according to research describing the behavior, which was published on May 2 in Scientific Reports.

“This is a fascinating example of intentional wound treatment in wild orangutans,” says Cheryl Knott, a biological anthropologist at Boston University, who was not involved in the new study. “We’ve never seen anything like this.”

Read the full story 👇

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/wild-orangutan-uses-herbal-medicine-to-treat-his-wound/

11/07/2023

We are perfect & flawed all at once
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Denying this fact is denying the experience of being fully alive. And although we know this truth and we've heard time and time again that we're perfectly imperfect, we tend to be fiercely self-critical.
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Instead of ignoring this inner critic, we should teach it to be more supportive. When negative thoughts creep in, we have to choose to think differently. When you notice negative thought patterns, instead try to find what your real needs are🕊️
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Understand that you are worthy beyond measure. Growth takes consistency. Retraining your mental habits takes consistency and an infinite amount of kindness and self-compassion.
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Mudras are symbolic gestures often practiced with the hands and fingers that facilitate the flow of energy in the subtle body. This mudra directs energy from your root to the crown chakra and helps you to dissolve any blocks or thought patterns that may be dimming your light.
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Kali is the Goddess of Time, Change, Transformation, Creation, Power, Destruction and Death. She shows up in your life when it's time to transform into a more honest version of yourself 💕

11/03/2023

As we embrace the changing season, I'm excited to introduce you to a couple of November events that are designed to provide nurturing experiences for every facet of our lives. From self-care and immune-boosting to emotional and spiritual harmony, join us this November and explore the enriching offerings we have in store.
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Take a moment to browse through and consider sharing with a friend. Let's come together to nourish our bodies and souls, embracing the change of the seasons.

10/13/2023

Sunday Reiki Service | https://www.roseritual.com/events/p/sunday-reiki-service | Kaitlyn Scott

Join us for Sunday Reiki Service, led by compassionate Reiki Masters, Kaitlyn and Rachel. Immerse yourself in two 30-minute group sessions, starting at 2p EST. Find inner peace and rejuvenation for just $25. Scholarships available.