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Why I Signed Up for a Home Herbalist Course (and How I Plan to Share the Journey)
Lately, I’ve felt a growing pull to reconnect with nature — not just through walks along the Dorset hedgerows or time in the garden and allotment, but by truly understanding the plants that surround us and the ways they can nurture and heal. That curiosity has blossomed into something more meaningful, and I’ve recently taken the plunge and signed up for a home herbalist course . For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by herbs. Not just for how they smell or taste
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Nov 16


Wellness Christmas Gift Guide 2025
Welcome to the Wellness Christmas Gift Guide 2025 , where self-care meets the spirit of giving. calm with a scented candle, a well overdue pamper, or simply the joy of slowing down. This year’s guide celebrates all the ways we care for ourselves and others, featuring thoughtful gifts that nurture body, mind, and soul. From soothing Wellness looks different for everyone — it can be a moment of skincare sets to fitness equipment and cosy comforts, each item is designed to insp
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Oct 28


Autumn Wellness: Staying Well as the Darker Evenings Close In
As the darker evenings draw in, autumn is the perfect time to slow down and focus on wellbeing. Nourish yourself with seasonal foods, stay active, and make the most of daylight to boost mood and energy. Embrace cosy routines, restful sleep, and mindful moments to stay balanced and well throughout the season.
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Oct 19


Grounding, What Exactly is it ? And What Are The Advantages ?
This is a collaborative post. Grounding Mattress cover and pillow cases For some time now I have struggled with knee, shoulder and back...
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Aug 19


The New Age Of Addictions: Natural Strategies For A Healthier 2025
This is a collaborative post. We’re halfway through 2025, and one thing is becoming clearer than ever: modern life has its own set of addictive traps. But while past decades focused heavily on substances like alcohol or drugs, today’s biggest addictions are often hidden in plain sight, scrolling endlessly on our phones, reaching for comfort food, or hitting our vapes for a quick hit of nicotine. The good news? There’s a growing movement towards going natural, and it’s not abo
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Jul 20


🌞 Summer Wellness: Your Guide to Feeling Great All Season Long
Summer is a season full of sunshine, longer days, and outdoor adventures. .We have defiantly been feeling the heat here in Dorset. But while the sun brings fun and relaxation, it also comes with its own set of wellness challenges—think dehydration, sunburn, and disrupted routines. That’s why summer is the perfect time to check in with your body, mind, and habits. Here’s your essential guide to staying healthy, energised, and balanced all summer long. 1. Hydrate Like It’s Your
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Jul 3


4 Eco Improvements To Make To Your Life
This is a collaborative post. Source - CCO License If you want to live a more ecologically sound life , there are all sorts of ways in...
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Jun 10


Grow Your Own Wellness: A Guide to Garden Plants for Health
In recent years, gardening has grown from a hobby to a therapeutic practice, with countless studies highlighting its ability to reduce...
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May 10


Why Gardening is Good for You?
Gardening is often viewed as a peaceful pastime, a way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But beyond the simple joy of...
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Apr 9


Foraging Plain And Simple
Foraging is an age-old practice that involves searching for and gathering wild food from natural environments. It connects people to the...
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Mar 15


Why It’s Important to Encourage Birds into Your Garden.
Birdwatching is one of the simplest yet most rewarding ways to connect with nature, and it can be done from the comfort of your own...
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Feb 15


4 Ways To Have Better Mental Health At Home
*This is a collaborative post. The home is a really important part of the world to most of us, if not the most important of all. After...
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Jan 21


January Wellness
January marks the start of a new year, a time often filled with resolutions, fresh goals, and renewed energy. However, for many, the...
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Jan 21


How To Stay Motivated To Work Out
This is a collaborative post. Training is not easy. When you've got a lot going on and the kids are going back to school and you're...
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Jan 11


Wellness Christmas Gift Guide 2024
*This is a collaborative post. This holiday season, give the gift of relaxation, balance, and self-care with our 2024 Wellness Christmas...
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Nov 13, 2024


Homemade Fire Cider Recipe
Fire Cider is made from a collection of natural ingredients. The Benefits of Homemade Fire Cider Recipe and Other Immune-Boosting...
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Oct 23, 2024


Wellness Christmas Gift Guide 2023
Welcome to our Wellness Christmas Gift Guide, where the spirit of the season meets the art of self-care. This curated collection is...
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Nov 14, 2023


Stay Well with Nature's Elixir: Immune-Boosting Tonic Recipe
As the seasons change, it's essential to fortify your immune system, and what better way to do so than with a homemade immune-boosting...
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Oct 21, 2023


Making An Immune Boosting Elixir
I was recently given some beautiful books on foraging and apothecary garden recipes ( possibly two of my most favourite things.) I just...
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Nov 30, 2022


Wellness Christmas Gift Guide 2022
We both love to cook and grow and craft because it brings us joy. However, something else that each one of these things does is give a...
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Nov 3, 2022

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Two women. Two generations. Both mothers and lovers of the county where they live. Blogging about Dorset here at Dorset Country Life. Find out more...






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