Your Invitation to Astrology Study Circle ~ 8 wk online course starts 22nd April 2022

You are warmly invited to join us for this round of...

✨ ASTROLOGY STUDY CIRCLE ✨

On this 8 week course, we will create a strong foundation to grow your knowledge of the ancient signs and symbols of astrology and learn how to read an astrology chart for yourself and others.

Every course cycle has its own flavour. This one initiates under a Sun & Stellium in Taurus + Moon in Capricorn - both grounded and stable Earth signs, with some beautiful aspects to a rare Stellium in mystical and spiritual Water sign, Pisces, featuring both modern and traditional rulers of Pisces: Neptune & Jupiter.

"As Above, So Below!"

If these terms sound bewildering at this stage, don't worry! It will all become clear as we move through this course and the Language of Astrology becomes more familiar to you.

The Astrology Study Circle will be:

✨ 8 weeks x 2hr weekly LIVE Zoom calls (including short break mid call)

✨ Fridays 10am-12pm UK time, starting from 22nd April 2022

✨ Suitable for absolute beginners and refreshers, but only for those willing and ready for a transformative process and inner journey of deep self reflection and personal development

✨ A safe confidential space with a private facebook group to connect and share between sessions

✨ Ideally for those who have exact time, date & place of birth, but if you don't have the exact time we'll explore how to work around this

✨ Learning to read natal charts for ourselves and others

✨ Varied approaches to learning, simple home study & activity suggestions, guided meditation & visualisation

✨ Recommended to commit to the group by turning up for every session, or if unable to attend, a commitment requested to listen to the recording each week

✨ Investment for course: £222

Special Offer Early Bird Rate until 31st March: £145 (saving £77!)

✨ Payment in installments available by emailing Fiona while spaces still available at: astrotarot8@gmail.com

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✨ FAQ ✨ 

Why join our study group?

You're ready to deepen your journey of self discovery and awareness at this time in an intimate circle and sanctuary space for open hearted sharing and support, immersing in the symbolism of the planets and their cycles.

Why study with Fiona?

I've been studying and offering astrology and tarot readings for the past 25 years, learning directly from astrologers Anna Estaroth & Jane Ridder-Patrick, and inspired by the likes of Liz Greene & Howard Sasportas, with a holistic & modern psychological and mythic storytelling approach to astrology and openness to the wisdom of traditional astrology through the ages.

I've been a seasonal adult education tutor since 2010, particularly in the areas of wild plant foraging and medicinal remedy making as a practicing Medical Herbalist, and now branching more into sharing more about astrology and tarot in group settings. I have a passion for sharing the seasons and cycles of nature using a creative, varied, interactive and meditative approach to learning.

How much work will I need to do outside the calls?

As with all learning endeavours, you will get as much out of it as you put in. However, please know that there will only be as much outside work as you want to and have time for. I will offer optional extras to add in for those who are keen or want activities to keep practicing outside the call and in your own time.

The main thing is just to turn up each week and I would recommend starting a dedicated journal for the process.

What are we studying each week?

The course will be very much determined by the unique constellation created by the coming together of this group.

We will cover all the basics of how to read a natal chart & ephemeris, understanding the signs, elements, qualities, aspects, working with moon cycles and an introduction to transits.

The order of this and the way we work with them will be dynamic, depending on the pace of our group collective and what is happening with the current planetary transits.

In this way there will be an opportunity to practice resting with and finding peace and stillness within the Unknown.

I'm interested but not available on these date or times...

While it is highly recommended to attend the live calls for an opportunity to participate in live group exercises and activities, recordings of our calls will be made available to you if you're unable to attend for any reason. Please commit to catching up within the week between calls.

Alternatively, get in touch to join a waiting list to be notified on the next round. This may be later in the year or the following year.

I have another query...

Please email me, Fiona Morris, at: astrotarot8@gmail.com

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Love and blessings,

Fiona Morris

Astrology Study Circle

Herbalist, Astrologer & Tarot Reader

www.fionamorrisherbalist.co.uk

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Shinrin Yoku: The Japanese Art & Science of Forest Bathing

To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug. ~ Helen Keller

I had a reunion with an old school friend visiting from Japan, who presented me with a gift - a bottle of Hinoki essential oil (aka Japanese Cypress, or Chamaecyparis obtusa).

My friend told me that Hinoki is a type of cypress tress that grows only in the southern forests of Japan. Hinoki wood is what traditional Japanese bath tubs are made from. I was interested to discover that Hinoki is popular as a building material for sacred constructions, such as river shrines and temples. It is one of the 5 Sacred Trees of the Kiso Forest.

I was delighted, opened it up right away, and deeply inhaled its refreshing and uplifting woody scent.

For a moment I imagined myself walking meditatively in a misty and mysterious Japanese forest, breathing in crisp fresh forest air... breathing out all the cares I had the world...

I was reminded of the concept of Shinrin Yoku, a Japanese term meaning 'forest bathing'. Not literally having a bath in the forest, but the restorative act of taking the sights, sounds and sensations of a leisurely walk in the woods.

I became aware that I held a little piece of Japanese forest in the palm of my hand. I could recreate the atmosphere of Shinrin Yoku at home with my essential oil burner. I was also excited at the prospect of being mentally transported to a traditional Japanese bathtub in my own bathroom by simply adding the essential oil to my bath blends.

As an essential oil, Hinoki has stress relieving, relaxing, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, immunity boosting and insect repellant properties, so it's clear to see why this tree has been so valued for its cleansing and purifying benefits in buildings and bathtubs.

Shinrin Yoku is a concept I came across some years ago. The Forest Agency of Japan first came up with this idea in 1982, promoting a sense of health and wellbeing by taking restorative trips to the forest. Its popularity continues to this day with over 48 forests trails in Japan officially dedicated to Shinrin Yoku forest bathing.

Most of us know intuitively that spending time outside connecting with the elements is good for the soul, but in fact there has been extensive research extolling its benefits, from the physiological effects on immunity boosting, nervous system, cardiovascular system, to the psycho-spiritual effects on our mood, mind and holistic well being.

As a herbalist and forager the concept resonates with my chosen way of life. I'm made aware of the great benefits of the healing power of nature time and time again with my own eyes and experience guiding groups for walks and sharing the abundant healing benefits of nature together.

I love feeling the warmth of the sun, cleansing natural water, cooling breezes and grounding earth. I have had many personal experiences of an increased sense of happiness and wellbeing spending time outdoors, so I was not at all surprised to hear that extensive research on how this affects us confirms what we already know deep in our bones.

How do you evoke the healing benefits of the forest in your life? Do you visit the woods near you? Where are your favourite forest bathing spots? Do you use woody essential oils blends, incenses or something else to bring the essence of the forest into your own home?

I'd love to hear your own experiences of forest bathing and healing power of walking in the woods. I welcome you to share your reflections in the comments.

Fiona Morris
The Natural Healing Guide

Herbalist, Massage Therapist,
Mystic & Holistic Business Mentor

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My Sacred Self Care Interview on Faith Canter's Self-Love Summit

Love is in the air...

St. Valentine's Day is round the corner. What are you doing to celebrate this day of love? Of course, we don't need to wait for a special occasion. Everyday is an opportunity to welcome more love into our lives.

Did you catch my video on Faith Canter's Self-Love Summit Series yet?

To help get you into that loving feeling, I'd love for you to check out my interview on the link below. 

I share my tantalising top tips for how to receive some tender loving care from the real love of your life... YOU! 

In this interview, you will discover:

- Why self-love is not selfish and actually serves others

- How to transform your relationship with your inner critic

- How nature and the healing power of flowers can help heal your heart

- How loving yourself more helps you to receive more love from others 

- & many more of my sacred self care top tips to help fill your self-love cup...

Thank you Faith for inviting me to share my musings on one of my favourite subjects, sacred self care!

You'll also find more inspirational words of love and wisdom from the wonderful line-up of speakers on Faith's Self-Love Summit YouTube page.

How do you show yourself love & care? When was the last time you did this? 

I'd love to hear your thoughts... 

Love & rose petals, 

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Festive Mulled Wine Recipe (Great for Apple Juice or Cider too)

As the cold weather settles in and the festive season draw near, there's nothing better than to warm up in the evenings with a cheery mug or glass of mulled wine.

This recipe with fresh citrus and whole spices gives the mulled wine a delicious vibrancy. You can get creative using other bases like apple cider, or for an alcohol free version, spice up your warm apple juice!

Ingredients:
1 bottle red wine (alternatively, cider or apple juice for non alcohol drinkers and kids)
2 large oranges, juiced (add in both juice and rinds)
3 lemon slices
Fresh ginger slices
Whole spices: cinnamon pieces or stick, pinch of cloves (6-8), cardamom (use 5-7, crush slightly to release seeds), 2-3 star anis, nutmeg - grated
Sugar or honey to taste (I prefer mine without!)

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.

Gently heat to gentle simmer for 20min.

Turn off heat & leave covered to infuse to intensify spiced flavour.

Taste and add seasoning or sweetness to your desire.

Warm up again and strain into a glass or mug to serve with citrus garnish if desired.

Drink and be merry!

Festive wishes,

Fiona Morris
The Natural Healing Guide

Herbalist, Massage Therapist,
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Rose - a fragrant remedy to soothe upset emotions

"The rose and the thorn, and sorrow and gladness are linked together." 

Saadi (Iranian Poet, 1184-1283)

Moroccan Roses growing in the Atlas Mountains Dades Gorge where we went 

on our honeymoon. There is an annual rose festival in this region every year. 

Lush green oases produce heavenly scents at the foot of dry red earthen slopes.

This iconic bloom is strewn throughout literature as a symbol of love, passion, romance. Given as a token of affection to lovers and mothers worldwide throughout the ages, the unmistakable soft sweet scent of rose evokes a heart-melting gentleness, compassion and sensual femininity. Rose is revered in herbal medicine where a patient might require a 'herbal hug'.

While training to become a herbalist, my dear grandmother, Oma suffered a stroke, lost her ability to speak and became paralysed down one side. My family experienced the loss of our cherished matriarch to this condition and the anticipation of her passing. This prompted me to do my herbal medicine dissertation on how herbal medicine can be supportive for the experience of grief and loss.

I surveyed all herbalists registered with the most popular professional bodies of herbal medicine in Britain. Out of the many herbs used in prescriptions for a broad range of actions to support patients experiencing the emotional and physiological effects of grief, rose was by far the most widely used. The aroma of this gentle plant can be a soothing balm even in the depths of sorrow.

Rose petals and hips have a wide range of applications in health and beauty products, cooking and crafting. The buds and petals are cooling and mildly astringent, helping to reduce inflammation. Rose water has been used traditionally as an eye wash, skin tonic, and refreshing for over-heated skin.

The rose hip seed are rich in vitamin C and healing as a cold-pressed oil to restore scar tissue and skin irritations, as a tincture or syrup to boost immunity when depleted or at the change of seasons.

I often recommend adding a few drops of rose essential oil to a base oil and using this regularly to massage into pulse points or onto the chest and throat, common areas of tension where there is emotional upset. Tincture of rose can be taken as a herbal rescue remedy, a few drops on the tongue or added to water, in times of overwhelm or distress.

Love and rose petals,

I encourage you to fall in love with yourself first for the ultimate relationship at my upcoming Nurturing Rose Remedies Workshop on Wed 22nd July 2015 6.30 - 8pm - £10. Learn to create a healing range of delicate rose concoctions with many applications, but especially to soothe emotions and gently uplift spirits. Make your own handmade remedies to take home. 

Places are limited so booking & payment in advance is vital to secure your place on 0131 226 3223 or edinburgh@nealsyardremedies.com.

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Herbal Tarot Reading New Moon in Gemini - 16th June

Welcome to this moon's herbal tarot reading! 

This new moon is in social, adaptable gemini, a mutable air sign representing themes such as communication, connections and intellectual inspiration. Ruled by swift moving planet mercury and associated with the colour yellow, I felt drawn to set up for this reading looking out onto Edinburgh's Salisbury Crags amongst a swathe of buttercups gently shivering in the breeze. 

It's a slightly overcast evening after recent sunny spells, but the flowers brighten up the cloudy midsummer evening light. It's a joy to sit outdoors with my flask of tea, feeling the earth beneath me, cozy on a rug, and finally getting to know my beautiful new Mucha Tarot cards, a gift from my sweet sister.

I scanned around me for nearby plant life and spot plantain seed heads, fluffy white cow parsley, vibrant purple pea flowers of common vetch vines peeking out at me invitingly. I gather a few for the tarot offering and settle down to marvel at their shapes and colours. 

My shuffling and plant arranging amongst a shimmering sea of golden petals attracts some curious dogs enjoying the evening air and their apologetic pet humans. I don't mind at all. I love dogs and reminds me of many great times leisurely lounging out in nature with my dear Whisky dog. 

It strikes me that dogs embody in many ways the qualities of gemini: curious, adaptable, playful, friendly. For many of us these fur-babies invite us to reconnect with a lightness of heart and unadulterated joy that can get lost with the cynicism of age... 

Now on to your reading...

Take a moment to 

breathe... 

into your heart... 

relax... 

body & mind... 

close your eyes 

& focus your intention 

for the upcoming cycle.

When you are ready, open your eyes and choose your card:

Card 1     Card 2     Card 3

Love and blessings,

Fiona Morris - Herbalist & AstroTarot Reader

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Herbal Tarot New Moon in Gemini Card No 1

You chose card no. 1

~ 8 of Pentacles ~

A solitary man kneels under a tree a safe distance from the distractions of local life, focused, determined, hard at work, skillfully crafting golden discs with his own hands.

He is dedicated to his art, consistently honing his skill with single pointed dedication and commitment. He has gone far beyond his apprenticeship and training, taking pride in his work with greater sense of ease and flow. His skills have become second nature. Creative output flows in a rhythmic and more structured way.

The craftsman is driven and passionate about his art, willing to sacrifice time and energy to throw himself into his career and produce his offerings to the world. It is easy to concentrate and focus, pouring heart and soul in your efforts when mind, body and spirit is in alignment.

Any awkward phase of trial and errors has long passed and solid progress can be made which is sure to pay off on many levels, such as personal security, professional growth, attracting respect and admiration from your peers.

Where does your passion lie? What structures are needed to bring your gifts to the next level? How can you create time and space away from daily distractions to allow a prolific outpouring from your creative heart? What can you do to optimally nourish yourself for a focused and productive period of creative intensity?

A Herb for Endurance ~ Siberian Ginseng

When you have set yourself a challenge and make a decision to commit to it with blood, sweat and tears, there are times you may feel energy flagging or a tendency to overdo leads to burn out.

Herbs with adaptogenic actions support your body in coping with the physical and mental demands of temporary self imposed stresses. Siberian Ginseng is one such herb. It is the root of the plant that is used, the part that holds steadfast to endure harsh and extreme environmental hardships through stormy wild weather and helps it to thrive regardless.

Taking this herb as a tincture, capsule or elixir on its own or alongside other supportive herbs may greatly aid short term personal missions. This may allow for a greater sense of energy when it is needed most, to give our body a boost of energy, balancing our adrenal stress response and maintain alertness.

There are times in life when we feel called to test our limits and go beyond. This herb may help, but also ensure that you look after yourself well with quality rest and nourishment too.

Your determination and focus can reap great rewards. Commitment to your work and art is admirable and serves you well in moving forward powerfully in the cycle ahead.

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I hope you have enjoyed your reading and find it supportive in moving forward into the next cycle. 

I'd love to hear how this resonates with you. If you have any insights, connections, recollections, I welcome you to share them with me in a comment below, a personal message, or on my Nourish and Flourish FB page.

If you have friends you think might appreciate it, please do share :)

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Love & healing blessings,

Fiona Morris 

Herbalist & AstroTarot Reader

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Herbal Tarot New Moon in Gemini Card No 2

Your chose card no. 2

~ 7 of Pentacles ~

A man gathers the fruits of his labour out in the fields. He looks a little weary, having put energy into preparing his land and tending his crops. However, now he is starting to experience abundance and the rewards of his previous efforts. There is still work to be done, but there is always time to stop and smell the roses.

Projects that have been set in motion need to be followed through. In our daily grind, the monotony of daily mundane, repetitive tasks can make it easy to lose sight of the bigger picture at times. We may get a little restless when stuck in the thick of things. Some despondency may creep in where life appears to have lost its sparkle.

When you find yourself in that state of mind, what can you do to brighten up and shake things up a bit? It's important to allow some space to regain some perspective at times. Remember to remind yourself of how blessed you are, be aware of the abundance around us that we can sometimes take for granted.

Although you may be committed to seeing something through to its end and it feels like a hard slog, take some time to appreciate how far you've come. Remind yourself where you have chosen to head to, remember your 'whys', bring your hopes, goals and dreams to mind. Then return back to the here and now.

Make an intention to be mindful of the blessings to be found in everyday life. Be grateful for your health, your home, your resources. Your loved ones, daily meals and rituals bless you daily. A practice of being thankful expands your sense of abundance. Focusing on this awareness may restore a sense of joy and celebration for what lies on your doorstep, which grows even stronger as your gratitude practice deepens.

A Herbal Tea Blend for Optimism and Cheer

When making herbal tea blend, consider not only the therapeutic action, but how the colour and taste make us feel. For a sense of joyfulness, Lemon Balm has a calming and uplifting effect, delicious in teas, especially fresh, with a touch of zing in its zesty flavour. With its antiviral effects it also has an immune strengthening benefit, to offer a pick me up when run down by the hum drum of life.

Adding a touch of colour may be visually therapeutic. The sunny flashes of yellow and orange of chamomile and marigold flowers bring an element of sunshine to herbal tea blends whether fresh or dried. Watching them swirl in a pot or cup transports you to another world, beaming light to your cuppa. These herbs are settling to the nervous system and soothing to digestion. 

Sometimes a little time out to refresh the senses and contemplating a lovingly made cup of tea with a thankful heart is all you need to get back on track.

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I hope you have enjoyed your reading and find it supportive in moving forward into the next cycle. 

I'd love to hear how this resonates with you. If you have any insights, connections, recollections, I welcome you to share them with me in a comment below, a personal message, or on my Nourish and Flourish FB page.

If you have friends you think might appreciate it, please do share :)

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Love & healing blessings,

Fiona Morris 

Herbalist & AstroTarot Reader

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Herbal Tarot New Moon in Gemini Card No 3

You chose card no. 3

~ XV The Devil ~

An attractive woman in opulent finery invites you to her fiery lair. She is alluring and mysterious, with feet of a goat, wings of a bat, a head dress of peacock feathers and ram's horns, a cheeky red tail.

Oooh, this one is a biggie! Are you ready for this? Summon up all your emotional resilience, the Devil card is one that holds a lot of push and pull, attraction and resistance, a yang to our yin. She evokes some strong emotions, passion, surrender, enjoyment, denial. 

Are you aware of your weaknesses? We all have them. They are so easy to observe in others, but not always so easy to observe in ourselves. However, true healing can only start from within. What areas of your life keep you feeling small and trapped? Where do you feel ready to strengthen and grow? What have you outgrown? What needs to be released and brought back into balance?

As challenging as this card may be, do we really want to keep brushing these issues back under the carpet or hidden away in a dark closet? Or is it time to clear out those cobwebs and give those dark corners of our mind a thorough spring clean?

The ram's horns symbolise a tendency to react without mindfulness or reflection of the consequences. In this card, a naked woman and man sit on the Devil's outstretched open hands. They are not in her clutches, as we might imagine. They are perfectly free to go whenever they choose. They are not imprisoned except for the self imposed shackles of their own minds.

By choosing this card, you are presented with an opportunity to honestly review your choices for what they truly are in the plain light of day. There is no fault. No one is to blame, but simply seemingly irresistible life choices that throw you into a dramatic dilemma of 'bad' and 'good'. In the clear light of wisdom, it is neither bad nor good, only what your mind chooses or has been conditioned to believe.

It may feel challenging to work with areas we feel seduced by and where we seem to have no power. We can become fiercely defensive of them as they remind us of our vulnerabilities, but this is precisely where conscious transformation has potential to grow.

The peacock's feathers may represent vanity and pride. On the other side of the coin, they are also symbolic of spiritual wisdom, in this case one that comes from an awakening and desire to liberate yourself from habits that keep you playing small. What is causing inflammation and irritation? What are you in denial of? If you're not sure, tune into your higher self for the answer. 

So what are your vices? Is it time for a fresh look at them? Perhaps their grip is not as tight as once imagined. In the shadow of night they may appear attractive, but on closer inspection things are rarely what they seem. Perhaps this devil is not the demoness she is made out to be, to be feared and reviled as much as our own ignorance? Is it even possible to grow without going through trials like these? Bring them on!   

A Herb to Help Release Addictions ~ Wood Betony 

Allowing for positive change physically, mentally, emotionally may call for humility. Thoughts and feelings of shame and regret may arise initiating another self-defeating cycle of negativity. Take the passion you currently hold for your addictions and self-limiting objects of desire and channel that resolve into training your mind in the areas of your life that you are ready to give strength to.

In the mean time, nervous system tonics, such as Wood Betony, in your tea blends or tinctures may ease the effect of these thought processes through the transitional period towards inner strength and freedom. This herb promotes a grounding effect in the body. It nourishes the nervous system and helps us get out of over thinking and headiness.

Your strength is forged through the temptress' tests. It's time wake up to your weakness and reclaim your power.

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I hope you have enjoyed your reading and find it supportive in moving forward into the next cycle. 

I'd love to hear how this resonates with you. If you have any insights, connections, recollections, I welcome you to share them with me in a comment below, a personal message, or on my Nourish and Flourish FB page.

If you have friends you think might appreciate it, please do share :)

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Love & healing blessings,

Fiona Morris 

Herbalist & AstroTarot Reader

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Love Letter ~ Join me for a cuppa...

How's your day been? Do join me for a cup of tea, make yourself comfy and let's catch up...

A reviving cuppa and restorative time out

I love trying out new tea infusions. Lately I have been enjoying freshly picked sweet cicely and hawthorn tops tea with my Tuesday evening foraging group, and treated myself to some me time and a pot of orange blossom oolong at a local cafe. What are your favourite brews just now?

It's felt extra important for me lately to get good quality time out as there's lots going on in my world just now. Alongside my wonderful clinic space at Neal's Yard Remedies in Edinburgh's city centre, I've recently started a new Friday clinic and have upcoming herbal workshops at The Salisbury Centre, a meditation and holistic centre in Edinburgh's south side, looking out to a beautiful garden.

I'm very much looking forward to the Sacred Self Care Day Retreat that I will be hosting there this weekend on Sat 23rd May. We will be connecting with and contemplating nature, exploring healing rituals for self care from around the world, making nature art and natural remedies. There are still spaces so do get in touch if you'd like to join us. I'd love to see you there.

Foraging for Herbs and Nature Art Medicine

It's very well timed for another lovely event that I'm looking forward to attending myself, a Nepal Benefit Cacao Prayer Ceremony and fundraiser for the recent catastrophes in Nepal that will take place in the evening also at The Salisbury Centre after the herbal retreat day.

There are a couple more herbal events also happening this weekend that I am offering for free on Sunday at Spa in The City on 'Herbal Travel Self Care' and a 'DIY Natural Beauty Retreat', with more events in the planning for the summer. Visit my events page and upcoming love letters for more info on these. I am working on a couple of other exciting new offerings too which I will be revealing more about in a few weeks...

In other news, I was honoured to be asked to feature alongside an amazing and inspiring line up for a free online series of interviews by Faith Canter, celebrating the release of her upcoming book. My interview is this Friday 22nd May, so I hope you get a chance to watch it! Here's the link if you would like to sign up.

Merry Marigolds Celebrating 

The Secret Herb Garden's 1st Year Anniversary

I am so grateful to be working with nature. It really grounds me, especially when I have many projects and events happening in a short space of time. With the flurry of goings on, I have to create opportunities to unwind and keep in balance. For me, going on relaxing non-work related outings outdoors and planning trips away from home is essential to keep my spirits high, keep my perspectives in check, and to have things to look forward to.

I recently enjoyed a visit to The Secret Herb Garden with my hubby for their 1st birthday bash. They served fabulous food and drinks infused with and inspired by herbs. I caught up with one of my herbal tutors from university, David Pirie, and joined the herb walk he was leading around their wonderful plant nursery, green houses and fields of vibrant herbs.

So what do you do to get grounded and back in balance when you have lots going on? Do you make the time for your body and mind to unwind when life gets hectic? Let me know about your self care rituals. I'd love to hear from you.

I look forward to connecting with you further on my latest blogs, upcoming events and clinics that you can find further information about in the links below. Any feedback and suggestions for future blog posts and love letter features are warmly welcomed.

Take great care of yourself,

Fiona Morris

MA BSc (Hons) Dip SBM MNIMH

Medical Herbalist, Massage Therapist 

& AstroTarot Reader

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