The humble hyssop is a cheerful, hardy, potently fresh yet pleasantly sweet member of the mint family that has been humans' faithful ally for thousands of years, revered for its wide range of cleansing, health-supportive properties from ancient times to the present day.
Have you ever entered a restroom recently cleaned only to be assaulted with a whiff of harsh chemicals to mask equally unpleasant stinks?
I'm not sure if you've been on the receiving end of a "Zen Spanking," but I can tell you that I have. They have been life-changing and unforgettable.
One way we can utilize this root’s therapeutics without the highly potent scent would be to infuse it into one of our carrier oils.
How amazing would it be to not only create a lovely fragrance but also one that helps to calm and center my nervous system each time I apply it?!
Traditionally, a tapenade is defined as a Provençial paste or dip made with olives, capers and anchovies.
Our Mindful Sit with the plant each month allows us space to practice the art of quieting the mind so that we might pick up subtle messages often drowned by all the mental chatter.
