Bloem Botanicals, Collingwood, ON (2026)

04/01/2026

We know from Polyvagal theory and stress research that the body cannot heal while it's in a state of stress or fear.

It just can't.

So, how often are you stressed?
How many hours of the day are you focussed on;
There being not enough time
Not enough money
An upcoming conversation
An imaginary argument
Past stressful events
Politics
War
etc..

Not to mention, the stress of chronic pain, undiagnosed symptoms, being dismissed by your medical practitioners, potential or realized side effects of medications and more.

So, how do we just switch it off?

For some, it just takes an understanding of their patterns; how those patterns once protected them and are not longer serving them presently.

For others it takes diligent redirection of thought.

For many, adding in flower essences, homeopathic remedies, lifestyle changes, journal prompts, meditations, exercise, nutrition, getting outside and simple curiosity can make all the difference.
As always, check out our free Archetype Quiz for a little personal exploration, or reach out for more info :)

03/30/2026

MAGNOLIA + WILD ROSE NIGHT CREAM

This rich cream is full of all the goodness of ROSE. From summer gathered pink petals to plump fall hips.

🥀 We combine cold pressed organic Rosehip oil with luxurious organic oils of Jojoba, Black Cumin and Castor Bean. These are infused with fragrant spring gathered Magnolia and Peony petals and summery Calendula + Yarrow flowers.

🥀 Strained and gently warmed with Shea Butter and a touch of beeswax and then whipped with fragrant floral waters of Rose, Rose Geranium and Chamomile infused with skin loving Marshmallow leaves, Hibiscus, Sumac, Comfrey and Hops.

🥀 This rich cream can be applied day or night for a glowy, protective and moisturizing treatment. Especially wonderful for dry, winter-parched skin and when heading out into the cold.

🥀 You won't find this at many of our stockist's stores as it's a labour of love and we keep it VERY small batch.

🥀 𝘕𝘰 𝘴𝘺𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘦𝘮𝘶𝘭𝘴𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘦𝘳𝘴. 𝘕𝘰 𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘪𝘭𝘴.

ON SALE NOW.

Enjoy!

03/26/2026

Ok, blood letting and lobotomies aside obviously. ⁠
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I want to know some of your most fascinating healing experiences!! Mostly out of curiosity, and partly because I might want to you to share your story on my podcast :) Yup.. it's re-launching. So get your stories dusted and ready!

03/21/2026

It's the Spring Equinox, the half way point between the longest and shortest nights of the year.. and with the damp and cold this month has brought, I'm thrilled to celebrate the coming the coming spring. ⁠
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Today I'll be around a fire, possibly with a thick sweater and hat. Celebrating with neighbours the shift in season, calling in the sun and sipping tea of dark earthy roots. ⁠
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SALE TIME!!⁠
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Yes, the spring marks our annual shelf clear out, making room sale, lol. ⁠
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Our seasonally crafted Body Oils and Facial Serums and Night Cream are heavily discounted. Use them liberally, use them lovingly and use them up. ⁠
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A few books are on sale as well (one on gardening!), and our Canadian made Body Brushes. ⁠
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As the spring is upon us, we're also discounting our Parasite Bitters to help kick off a spring cleanse. ⁠
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Speaking of spring cleanse... we're planning a little workshop at the new Kimberley Cafe, DM me if you want int! ⁠
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Happy Spring Equinox everyone. ⁠

https://www.bloembotanicals.ca/collections/sale?_pos=1&_psq=sale&_ss=e&_v=1.0

03/19/2026

I don’t make capsules often, but when I do it’s a meditative process. My little machine makes 24 at a time, and with a large bowl of herbs like this it can take a while to process it all.

Usually I make a fraction of what I’ve made here btw, often 150 -200 capsules at a time.

🧐Why would someone take capsules over tinctures or tea?

1. If they really don’t like the taste of the herbs.
2. If the amount of herbs recommended is more than they feel they can take as a tea or tincture.
3. If they really prefer not to use tinctures.
4. If they’re simply used to capsules or find them more convenient.

There are MANY ways to take herbs;
I’d rather my clients take them in their preferred form
than leave them to collect dust on the shelf.

03/16/2026

Seems like an appropriate quote for these times.

Not just in politics, human rights, media and celebrity, but on a smaller scale as well... in our own personal lives;

our health,
our diet,
the time we have in the day,
our relationships,
our work,
our purpose.

When we find ourselves repeating a belief, an opinion or a story, it's wise to take a step back. Assess. Question. Be open.

Opinions can quickly morph into religion;
unchangeable,
unquestionable,
devout.

It's no easy task ~ to hold belief lightly, to separate your identity from your ideas.

I struggle with this regularly.. and I've been working on it for nearly two decades.

But there is so much freedom in wonder, so much space in curiosity.
Scary? Sometimes. But building rigid cages around oneself is scary too.

To see everything change with one question, to see a client's shoulders loosen, their hong held breath finally release.

Do I cram my day full to prove there's never enough time?
Is it true that I have no value if I'm not needed?
Do I have to stay vigilant in order to stay safe?
If I let go of a little control, will everything actually fall apart?
Is this rest filling my cup or am I simply numbing?
Do others not love me, or am I simply ignoring the way in which they love?

So much to explore.
If these questions hit, check out our free archetype quiz, it's a great place to start when you're ready to explore.

03/13/2026

The stories we tell ourselves might begin with something small, ⁠
filtered through an our own archetypal patterns and fears. �⁠
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They begin to grow and build over time with added colour, sound, texture. �⁠
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In 3D these stories settle into our tissues as truths. �⁠
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But if we can stay open to the possibility of those stories not being 100% true, ⁠
if we stay open to the possibility of our patterns filtering the narrative, ⁠
we can then, be open to new truths.. new perspectives. �⁠
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And when we do that, we challenge the vibration and pattern of our cells. �⁠
And in turn, reprogram our entire being.⁠
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03/12/2026

Midlife symptoms anyone? ⁠
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What if you simply shift your view of them to start? ⁠
See them as thresholds,⁠
doorways to change,⁠
evidence of shifting roles. ⁠
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Yes, I’m personally experiencing symptoms of perimenopause; ⁠
weight gain, shifting moods, skin changes, hair thinning, anxiety. ⁠
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Yes, I’m also supporting myself with herbs, nutrition, homeopathy, honouring rest and changing energies... which has helped more than I can say. ⁠
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AND recognizing the shifting roles of a woman creeping towards her 50’s,⁠
allowing that messy middle from youthful mother to a silver haired crone (which deserves it’s own name.. let’s call her the witch maybe),⁠
gives so much softness to this time. ⁠
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As someone who deeply explores archetype and emotional patterns... navigating a shift between these age-old archetypes is wild, insightful and humbling. ⁠
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I invite you to walk these shifts with me, softly and together.⁠
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03/12/2026

Midlife symptoms anyone? ⁠
⁠
What if you simply shift your view of them to start? ⁠
See them as thresholds,⁠
doorways to change,⁠
evidence of shifting roles. ⁠
⁠
Yes, I'm personally experiencing symptoms of perimenopause; ⁠
weight gain, shifting moods, skin changes, hair thinning, anxiety. ⁠
⁠
Yes, I'm also supporting myself with herbs, nutrition, homeopathy, honouring rest and changing energies... which has helped more than I can say. ⁠
⁠
AND recognizing the shifting roles of a woman creeping towards her 50's,⁠
allowing that messy middle from youthful mother to a silver haired crone (which deserves it's own name.. let's call her the witch maybe),⁠
gives so much softness to this time. ⁠
⁠
As someone who deeply explores archetype and emotional patterns... navigating a shift between these age-old archetypes is wild, insightful and humbling. ⁠
⁠
I invite you to walk these shifts with me, softly and together.

03/09/2026

I would say that one of the main things I hear from clients who I work with over time is that they've learned to listen to their bodies.
They've learned to listen to that inner voice of guidance.

Yes, there are doubts and fears that come up.

Yes, there are slippery slopes of pity, shame and hopelessness.

And.. there is the niggling voice growing louder.
A whisper carried on the breeze that is calling their name.

Intuition maybe?
Discernment?
Spirit guides?
Higher self?

Do we need to name it?

Let us not forget that our body knows how to heal.
It's designed to do just that.
And maybe by slowing down and listening, we can support the process.

03/06/2026

While diagnosis can be a form of spell-casting in my opinion,
and can settle into the body as identity,
it can also at times set one free.

It's important to notice where that line is within each of us.

Can you hold a diagnosis as information that liberates?
Or does it land as a label, an identity or a weight to bear?

When chasing illness without answers,
When seeking understanding in a sea of confusion and fear,
When holding guilt or shame over symptoms or patterns..
Diagnosis can set one free.

It can then be held, witnessed and understood.

A word that encapsulates the expression of one's body.
A name to put to the face of symptoms.

A name is not a map.
It is not cause.
It is not a badge.
It is not understanding.

But, it is a clue. A sign post.
A flag that allows one to discover where they are in this moment.

And if recognized as such, it allows them to then seek the way forward, leaving that flag behind if they are able.

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