Author: A Solitary Pagan
Anxiety and the Solitary Pagan Why do People Choose Solitary Paganism?
There are several reasons why people choose to practice solitary paganism. Some may prefer to practice alone because they have a hard time finding a group or coven that shares their beliefs. Others may prefer the flexibility and freedom that comes with practicing on their own. Solitary pagans can tailor their practice to their own needs and preferences without having to conform to the rules and be...
Anxiety and the Solitary Pagan Coping Strategies and Self-Care Tips
Like Paganism itself Solitary Paganism can mean many different things to all different types of people. For instance, anoung other things it could be classed as a way of life, a spiritual practice, or even a religious practice if you so choose. As with Paganism itself the choice is yours and yourse alone. While solitary pganism can be a fulfilling and empowering practice, it can also be challengin...
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, PARSLEY.
The purifier. Chew for halitosis. A few sprigs provide 2/3 the vitamin C of an orange, lots of vitamin A, and the important amino acid histidine, which is a tumor inhibitor. Parsley tea is good for kidney problems, painful urination, and kidney stones. One cup of parsley to 1 quart of water makes a strong tea. Two cups of parsley to 1 quart of water, steep an hour and drink warm, as an aphrodisiac...
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, ONION.
Egyptians swore their oaths on onions; Grant refused to move his army until he got 3 railroad cars full of onions; interviews with hundreds of people who lived to 100 plus all indicated a heavy intake of onions in the diet. Onion is an excellent dressing for burns. Crush sliced onions with a little bit of salt and apply to burns. Apply sliced onion to bee and wasp stings. For asthma: puree an onio...
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, NUTMEG AND MACE.
Gas, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, and kidney problems – make a paste of powder with cold water and then add to boiled water. 1 tbsp of powdered nutmeg produces a floating euphoria for between 6 and 24 hours. Can cause near constant erections for men during that time. Side effects are bone and muscle aches, burning eyes, sinus drainage, and limited diarrhea.
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, MUSTARD.
1 ½ cups of dry yellow mustard in a bathtub of water for sprained backs. Make a paste with water and apply to knee and elbow sprains till blisters appear! Mustard and ginger plaster for deep rattling coughs – 1 tsp each mustard and ginger powder mixed with 2 ½ tbsp of olive oil. Rub over chest and back and put on an old T-shirt (or cover with cloth diaper).
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, MINT.
(Peppermint and spearmint) Peppermint tea for migraines, nervousness, stomach disorders, heartburn, and abdominal cramps. Herpes sufferers can take 2 cups of tea a day to ease the symptoms when the virus is active. Mints are used to buffer the action of other herbs that have uncomfortable effects on the stomach and intestines. Can be used in any combination for flavor.
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, MARJORAM AND OREGANO.
Over 2 dozen related species. Use as a tea to help reduce fevers and break up bronchitis. Drink tea to relieve cramps and irregular menstruation. Eases suffering of childhood diseases like mumps and measles.
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, LOVAGE.
Steep root for 15 min in a cup of boiled water, drink after every meal to prevent flatulence.
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, LICORICE.
Tranquilizer. Balances nervous system, stimulates liver functions. Long term usage (over 3 months) could cause liver damage.
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, LEMONGRASS.
½ cup dried leaves to 2 pints of water, simmer for 10 minutes, and sip to bring down fevers.
Medicinal Uses For Common Culinary Spices, HORSERADISH.
Freshly dug root is added to a cold-pressed oil of choice (such as safflower or olive) to make a massage oil for muscle aches and to break up chest congestion. Grate fresh ginger and horseradish together and make a tea to stop post nasal drip.