From Garden to Table: The Healing Power of Herbs and Friendship
When my friend Alison walked through my door with arms full of fresh herbs and flowers, I wasn’t just receiving a gift—I was receiving nature’s medicine, an embrace of friendship, and a reminder that healing is never far away.
She came from Exeter with bundles of fresh chamomile, borage, thyme, tarragon, sage, oregano, rosemary, mints, lemon balm, coriander, spinach, kale, onions, strawberries, and even snap peas. My living room became a sanctuary of scent, colour, and wellness.
We didn’t just talk about the herbs—we ate them. And now, I sit here sipping warm chamomile tea from her garden, feeling held, whole, and deeply grateful.
Here’s what each plant whispered to me:
- Chamomile: “Breathe. Rest. You are safe.”
- Borage: “Lift your spirit. The joy will return.”
- Thyme: “You are stronger than you know.”
- Tarragon: “Release the tension. Let it flow.”
- Sage: “Remember who you are. You hold wisdom.”
- Oregano: “Cleanse. Protect. Restore.”
- Rosemary: “Clarity is coming.”
- Chocolate Mint & Cologne Mint: “Smile, be refreshed.”
- Coriander: “Your body knows how to heal.”
- Spring Onion: “Fuel your immunity, stay strong.”
- Spinach & Kale: “Nourish deeply, rise higher.”
- Melissa (Lemon Balm): “Let peace find you.”
- Lemongrass: “Detox gently and begin again.”
- Strawberries: “Savor the sweetness of the moment.”
- Snap Peas: “Take in the crunch of vitality.”
These were more than ingredients. They were invitations to slow down, tune in, and allow the earth to care for us.
And in that moment, I remembered:
🌿 Wholeness is not a destination; it’s a daily practice.
🌿 Wellness is not a trend; it’s a return to truth.
To anyone navigating the storms of life, pause and let nature whisper healing back into your bones.
✨May this post remind you that healing is already within your reach—often growing in someone’s garden, waiting to be shared with love.
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