the adversary --playing the devil's advocate --all have to with finding the perfect questions and challenges for whatever needs transforming.
#freethinkers
"Yet to go forward, it is helpful to look back. Therapy did not begin with Freud. Modern sciences, allopathic medicine, and psychotherapy are only a couple of hundred years old, yet they are based upon alchemy and a shamanic ancestry as old as the human race.
Everything you do that is fun is based on shamanism. Dancing at discos until you go into a trance, screaming yourself into a frenzy at a ball game or music festival, running until you are in an altered state of consciousness: all are shamanic. And what about fundamentalism and the passion for god? Don't forget that the oldest churches in modern Europe were built upon ancient power sites. We tend not only to build over our past and injure native people, but also to deny our own magic and belief in the unknown and to act like rationalists, as if we had created the world."
- Arnold Mindell, "The Shaman's Body"
#theway
#selfmastery
#lovelegacy
#localeconomy
#groupsolidarity #France
".... Secrets of the Blackberries ....
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Each year blackberry plants produce new canes from the crown just below the soil surface, and from roots that extend some distance out. Each cane lives for 2 years. The first year a cane produces only leaves, the second year it bears fruit....
Blackberry and raspberry gardeners can achieve a huge boost in berry yield by learning a technique known as tipping, according to a University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator....."Summer is a time for tipping blackberries and raspberries,” (Tipping allows for lateral branches to grow, allowing for three- to five-fold higher fruit yield!) Tipping, also called pinching, is the removal of the top 2 to 3 inches of the primocane – fresh growth from the current growing year. The removal of this portion of the plant stimulates lateral bud break.”....
..... Fun Facts ....
Blackberries have been used by women in labor to help relieve labor pain as they have high levels of vitamin K, which can act as a muscle relaxant....
There are around 375 species of blackberry, which are found in almost all parts of the world....
The Greeks used the blackberry as a remedy for Gout, and the Romans made a tea from the leaves of the blackberry plant to treat various illnesses....
Blackberries contain copper, which is essential for bone metabolism. It’s also essential to the production of white and red blood cells in the body....The very dark color of blackberries is evidence of the high antioxidant levels contained in the fruit...
Bees that feed on blackberry blossoms produce a dark-colored, fruit-flavored honey....
Other names for blackberries include lawers, thimbleberries, dewberries and brambleberries....
The dark blue colour ensures blackberries have one of the highest antioxidant levels of all fruits. Antioxidants, well-known for lowering the risk of a number of cancers, are a huge bonus, but be aware the berries are best consumed in their natural state to get the full benefits....
If a blackberry plant has turned orange, destroy it. This is a serious fungal disease that cannot be cured....
Consumption of blackberries can help to promote the healthy tightening of tissue, which is a great non-surgical procedure to make skin look younger....
Prolonged consumption of blackberries also helps keeps your brain alert, thereby maintaining clarity of thought and good memory." -from generic woodworking (Facebook)
We are currently watching the AMC TV series Turn, Washington Spies which takes place in 1776- so far. It really depicts the horrible dilemma for the colonist farmers (for example) who were between a rock and a hard place when it came to choosing between the Rebel or Loyalist sides of the battle. Last night we watched season 1, episode 7 and at 3:37 time mark, we were amazed by the fact that they can't even recognize a sky full of chemtrails anymore. It's supposed to be 1776! You would think they would choose a clear day to shoot the scene. I took a photo to show you what I mean. #chemtrails
You can tie herbs in bundles upside down and hang dry them. For greens, I would use an electric dehydrator. You could also use a sun drying method, or in an oven that is set for less then 200 degrees. Here is a link for Kale--it has ads (sorry) https://thefreerangelife.com/how-to-dry-kale/
#quote #HaileSelassie #soulstuff
To help the bees when there are fewer flowers, grate an apple and add some water to a bowl. They will be able to get the sugars from the fruit and drink the water and not drown as they can stand on the pieces of fruit.
#bees #ecology #nature
If you grow more leafy greens than you can eat, you might want to dehydrate and powderize them. You can then use them in soups and other recipes (like smoothies) in the future.
#food #gardening #homesteading
A lot of people drowned simply because they didn't know:
If you find yourself underwater in a car, don't panic.
♾️1. Dont waste your energy trying to push the door
♾️2. Do not open the window, the force of the water entering the car will not allow you to get out
♾️3. Take out the head restraint
♾️4. Use the steel sharp tip and break the back window that has kick out glass on it
▶️ The car by engineering and design is intended to float in the water and the rear window will always be facing the exit.
This could save your life #lifesavingtip
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#funny
#paranoiaORpronoia
DON'T STARVE IN THE WILD! These 10 North American Plants Could Save Your Life in a Survival Situation...
When you're in a survival situation, knowing which plants you can forage can mean the difference between life and death. Here are 10 life-saving plants commonly found in the USA that you can eat to survive:
1. Dandelions 🌼
These common weeds are edible from root to flower. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, the flowers can be used in teas or salads, and the roots can be roasted as a coffee substitute.
2. Cattails 🌾
Cattails are often found near water sources. The young shoots can be eaten raw or cooked, the roots can be ground into flour, and the pollen can be used as a thickening agent in soups and stews.
3. Wild Garlic 🧄
Easily recognizable by its strong garlic smell, wild garlic can be used just like regular garlic. The bulbs and leaves are both edible and add a flavorful punch to your meals.
4. Clover ☘️
Both red and white clover are edible. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, and the flowers can be dried and used to make a nutritious tea.
5. Chickweed 🌿
This small, green plant is packed with nutrients. Chickweed can be eaten raw in salads or cooked as a leafy green. It's a great source of vitamins and minerals.
6. Purslane 🌱
Purslane is a succulent that grows low to the ground. It's high in omega-3 fatty acids and can be eaten raw or cooked. Its slightly sour taste adds a nice zing to salads.
7. Plantain 🍃
Not to be confused with the banana-like fruit, this plant is often found in lawns and gardens. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked and are known for their medicinal properties.
8. Wild Strawberries 🍓
Wild strawberries are smaller than their cultivated counterparts but are just as delicious. They are usually found in sunny, grassy areas and are a delightful treat in the wild.
9. Burdock 🥕
Burdock roots are edible and can be cooked like carrots. This plant is often found in disturbed soils and can provide a substantial source of nutrition in a survival situation.
10. Acorns 🌰
Found under oak trees, acorns can be a valuable food source. They need to be leached of their tannins by soaking in water before they are safe to eat, but they can then be ground into flour or eaten as nuts.
Knowing these plants and how to prepare them can help you survive in the wild. Always make sure to positively identify any plant before consuming it to avoid poisonous look-alikes. It's a good idea to always carry a portable or wallet-sized full-color foraging guide so you know what's safe to eat if you should find yourself in this situation. Stay safe and forage wisely! -credit 'Survival Secrets' on Facebook
#SurvivalForaging #EdiblePlants #WildFood #SurvivalSkills
#NatureForaging
#Quote #ThomasPaine
#selfobservation