What's your plant ally?

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Quiz Questions

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What properties of herbs are you most interested in right now
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  Relaxing - I am always on edge & stressed out!
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  Emotional support - I'm curious how herbs can support my mental health.
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  Digestive support - I have frequent stomach aches or other complaints.
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  Immune support - I need a little boost & want something protective.
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  Detox - I'm looking to make some lifestyle changes and need support.
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  Meditation & dream help - I want to explore new realms!
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  Skin health - I deal with breakouts, eczema, cold sores or other issues.
2.
You have the afternoon off — how do you spend your time?
- A.
  
  Taking a nap - I'm so exhausted all of the time!
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  Putting on some tunes and cleaning the house. It just feels so good to have a clean house.
- C.
  
  Doing yoga, meditating, playing an instrument, pulling tarot cards, reading a book - Could it get any more perfect?
- D.
  
  Catching up on chores, meal prepping, & maybe checking my work email just once - I am always so behind with so much to do.
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  Getting some exercise outdoors - bring on the sunshine!
- F.
  
  Going shopping, hanging with friends - I like to be out of the house.
3.
What best describes you from day to day?
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  I run hot - I am always a little too warm
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  I run cold - my hands & feet are always chilly
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  I don't tend to be one way or the other - I am just normal.
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  I swing between being super cold & overheated regularly - so frustrating!
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Where is your favorite place in nature?
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  a sunny beach where I can relax & feel the sun on my skin
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  The forest where I am surrounded by all things green
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  The high mountains where I can adventure
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  Anywhere there's a campfire to hang out next to
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What's you cup of tea?
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  Anything herbal - chamomile, peppermint, yum!
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  Anything I can add creamer and honey to.
- C.
  
  Um, pass - I'm a coffee drinker

Quiz Outcomes

1.

Your plant ally is Ginger!

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Native to Asia, this common spice is added to both sweet and savory dishes. The rhizome of the plant is used both for taste and medicinal purposes. The early doctors thought ginger was helpful for the digestive tract because its shape resembled one. Coincidentally, it is one of the most helpful allies for digestive issues, especially nausea. A close relative to turmeric, ginger is also helpful for those working with chronic inflammation. PHYSICALreduces inflammation and eases pain from arthritis, muscle soreness, plantar fasciitis, sprains, headache, & PMSdecreases nausea & bloatinglessens morning sickness & motion sicknessENERGETIC sparks vitalitymelts away resistancecounteracts worry & overthinkingIn addition to adding ginger to meals and tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with Ginger! smoky quartz & citrine-infused warming tummy oil for upset stomachs & slow digestion smoky quartz-infused oil to warm creaky joints and soothe sore muscles
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Your plant ally is Peppermint

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In Greek mythology, Hades, the god of the underworld, was in love with a nymph named Minthe. Persephone, the wife of Hades, was very jealous and turned Minthe into a plant. Hades was so sad, he gave Minthe a lovely smell so no one will ever forget her. Back in the 1200s, mint was used by the people of Iceland to whiten teeth. As you may know, it is still used in many kinds of toothpaste. Roman naval commander, Pliny the Elder, recommended a crown of mint be worn to stimulate the body and mind. It has also been planted around homes to repel mice and other pests. PHYSICALDispels brain fog & fatigueFights bacterial infections such as E. coli, salmonella, & listeriaimproves poor digestionsoothes upset stomachENERGETIC Improves concentration & accuracyBrings mental & emotional clarityBanishes negative energyClears dull thoughts & emotionsIn addition to adding peppermint to meals and tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with peppermint! smoky quartz & citrine-infused warming tummy oil for upset stomachs & slow digestionquartz-infused healing hand & foot creamLip & skin balm with nourishing tallow and protective beeswax
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Your plant-ally is Cinnamon

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Cinnamon has been highly valued for a very long time. Not only was it found in tombs of Ancient Egypt, but there are also stories of mythology involving cinnamon. One legend tells the story of a giant bird, the Cinnamologus, who collected cinnamon bark to build its nest. When the people living nearby wanted cinnamon sticks, they devised plans to steal part of the bird’s nest. One method was to throw rocks towards the high-perched nests in hopes of knocking loose a few pieces. Another method was to slaughter a large animal such as an ox. Heavy chunks of the animal were placed at the base of the nest. The large bird would then fly down, pick up the meat, then fly it back to its nest to feast. The people hoped the weight of the combined bird and sacrifice would weigh down the nest enough to collapse it, raining cinnamon sticks on all. PHYSICALregulates blood sugar levelscombats athlete's footreduces feveralleviates bloatingENERGETIC brings forward expressive energies & creative ideasconnects to the inner childstrengthens the root chakraIn addition to adding cinnamon to meals and tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with cinnamon! selenite infused, warming and nourishing, lightly tinted lip balm with regenerative tallow and soothing oils
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Your plant-ally is Calendula!

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One of the most popular names for Calendula is pot marigold. You may have heard of marigolds before, and although these two are related, they are completely different plants. The pot refers to a pot of soup or stew, as calendula was commonly used for culinary purposes, while the common marigold was not. Calendula petals have also historically been used in biscuits, pudding, and oatmeal. Calendula flowers are full of a yellow resin that will make your hands sticky and yellow after picking. This resin is full of carotenoids which is the same compound that makes carrots orange and is beneficial for eye health. Calendula is used for skin irritations inside and out, meaning it can be used on the skin as well as eaten raw or cooked. PHYSICALEases skin conditions such as burns, eczema, and other irritationsSoothes heartburn, ulcers, digestive inflammationReduces swollen lymph nodesLessens food sensitivitiesENERGETIC Moves stagnant energyUses power already possessedGlimpses into sunny possibilitiesCultivates receptivity & empathyIn addition to adding calendula to tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with calendula!smoky quartz & citrine-infused warming tummy oil for upset stomachs & slow digestionquartz-infused healing hand & foot creamherbal steam to support respiratory health
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Your plant ally is Chamomile!

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Chamomile has been honored for a very long time all around the world. Looking like a tiny sun, the Egyptians believed chamomile was a gift from the sun god, Ra, using it for fevers and heat stroke. Slovakian folklore recommends greeting chamomile with a bow to show respect for its healing power, and the name for chamomile in German is ‘alles zutraut’, meaning ‘capable of anything'. This powerful, but gentle plant has been called the Plant Physician because of the ability to heal plants nearbyPHYSICALreleases knot in the bellyeases nervousness & anxietysoothes stomach acherelieves tensionENERGETIC promotes relaxation & restprovides protectionscultivates a sense of soft powergently releases & clears energyIn addition to adding chamomile to tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with chamomile!howlite & quartz-infused essential oil blend to calm energy and promote sleepsmoky quartz-infused oil to warm creaky joints and soothe sore muscles
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Your plant ally is Yarrow!

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Once called “Herba militaris” and “herb for the wounded”, yarrow has been well known for its wound-healing and blood-staunching properties. The Latin name “Achillea” references the Greek god Achilles. There are multiple tales detailing Achilles’s relationship with yarrow, but the most popular tells of how he frequently used yarrow on the battlefield to heal his compatriots. In fact, yarrow was still used in World War I for battlefield wounds. Think of yarrow as a great ally for physical, mental, & emotional resilience. PHYSICALslows bleedingaids in wound healingquickens recovery time from colds & flustrengthens physical, mental, & emotional bodiesENERGETIC encourages gentle power, courage, & strengthpromotes resilience & endurancehelps to set healthy boundariesIn addition to adding yarrow to tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with yarrow.Lip & skin balm with nourishing tallow and protective beeswaxa quartz-infused soothing salve to open the lungs, sinuses, & nasal passages in a fully biodegradable container
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Your plant ally is Catnip!

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As the name implies, Catnip was named for the effect it has on cats, both wild and domestic. A specific compound in Catnip attracting most felines repels mosquitos, suggesting cats rub their faces on Catnip to avoid being bitten. Traditionally Catnip was used as an ointment for skin ailments. Although it is not used in this way very often, Catnip is a good ally to help fight skin infections. PHYSICALsoothes heartburn & upper digestive complaintscounteracts ADD/ADHD & overactive mindeases nauseaassists in falling asleeplessens anxietyENERGETIC calms overactive nervous systemenhances social skillsreduces social anxietyaids intuition & dreamworkeases "butterflies in the stomach"promotes letting go of stuck emotionsIn addition to adding catnip to tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with catnip! smoky quartz & citrine-infused warming tummy oil for upset stomachs & slow digestion
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Your plant ally is Fennel!

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Fennel’s rich history dates back at least to the time of the Ancient Egyptians, used as food and medicine. According to ancient folklore, fennel was called the “snake herb”. It was believed snakes rubbed up against fennel plants to strengthen their eyesight. Coincidentally, fennel was also used as a remedy for snake bites. Fennel has a pleasant flavor that is slightly sweeter than licorice. It is often found in heavy, hard-to-digest recipes like sausages because of its capacity to boost digestion and calm upset stomachs. Fennel is a good ally to work with for supporting the throat and voice. The bulb, fronds, and seeds can be eaten raw or cooked. PHYSICALsoothes upset stomach & bloatingrelaxes intestinal crampingincreases milk production in lactating womeneases indigestion and symptoms of food allergiesENERGETIC helps overcome feelings of limitationsupports one through major life changessoothes, warms, & relaxes the body & mindIn addition to adding fennel to tea & meals, consider working with our featured ARA products with fennel! smoky quartz & citrine-infused warming tummy oil for upset stomachs & slow digestion
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Your plant ally is Lavender!

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Lavender’s latin name, Lavandula, comes from the word ‘lavare” or “to wash”. Lavender was used by the ancient Romans to scent the public baths. Women who washed clothes were called “Lavenders” because they spread clothing over lavender bushes to dry. Lavender has been used for at least 2500 years, used in the mummification process in ancient Egypt. Monasteries have planted Lavender in mass amounts in “psychic gardens” for hundreds of years. PHYSICALDispels brain fog & fatigueFights bacterial infections such as E. coli, salmonella, & listeriaimproves poor digestionsoothes upset stomachENERGETIC Improves concentration & accuracyBrings mental & emotional clarityBanishes negative energyClears dull thoughts & emotionsIn addition to adding lavender buds to tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with lavender! selenite-infused, moisturizing body scrub & bath soak with a warming & uplifting scent to dispel negativity & wash away bad vibesselenite & quartz-infused room spray to lift energy & clear away negativityhowlite & quartz-infused essential oil blend to calm energy and promote sleep
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Your plant ally is Mugwort!

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Mugwort has been used medicinally and in food for thousands of years. The Romans planted mugwort along roadways where it was available to put in shoes to alleviate the aching feet of people walking by, and Anglo-Saxon tribes believed it was one of the nine sacred herbs from Odin, war-god and protector of heroes. Mugwort is also used in acupuncture to stimulate Qi by placing the burning plant directly on the needles, a technique called Moxibustion. PHYSICALmediates irregular cycles in womenstimulates bile secretioncalms the nervous systemalleviates excess fluid retentionENERGETIC induces vivid dreamingenhances visions in meditationcalms & cleanses the energy fieldpurifies the aura In addition to adding mugwort to tea, consider working with our featured ARA products with mugwort!black tourmaline-infused spray crafted especially for those times when you need some extra protectionhowlite & quartz-infused essential oil blend to calm energy and promote sleep
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Your plant ally is Solstice Wort!

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Solstice wort, also known as St. John's wort, has a rich history dating back to at least the 1st century C.E. In the Middle Ages, it was used in magic potions and burned in fires to protect against demons and diseases. Although you may have heard of St. John’s wort for treating depression, it has been found to really only be effective for certain kinds of mild depression that accompany feelings of stagnancy. In fact, it is so effective at processing and clearing, some medications can be cleared out too quickly. Those taking pharmaceuticals should use caution. Solstice wort is perfectly safe for use on the skin and is an impressive wound healer. It calms most inflammatory skin conditions and can be made into salves for spot treatments. PHYSICALspeeds healing of acne & other skin conditionseases PMS, stress, seasonal depression, & hangoversaids in healing ulcers, wounds, & rashesreduces inflammation of sprains & strainsENERGETIC assists in moving stagnant thoughts & emotionsclears out old, worn-out patterns & ways of thinkingbrings light to those dealing with fear, especially fear from nightmaresConsider working with our featured ARA products with Solstice wort!quartz-infused healing hand & foot creamsmoky quartz-infused oil to warm creaky joints and soothe sore muscles

What's your plant ally?

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