It all started on March 12th, 2020, when I received my Ancestry DNA test results. I believe everyone has a burden they carry, and if you’re lucky and/or brave enough, you’re given the grace to own that burden so you may start the healing process. For me, not knowing who my biological father was, was […]
Author Archives: thesoakingpot
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Jan
Jan
Today marks one year since we opened the doors at The SoakingPot! We could not be more grateful for a successful year of growth, both personally and professionally. Thank you. While it’s been nearly two years since this idea was born, it has actually taken an entire lifetime to get here. I’d love to tell […]
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Sep
Sep
Fire cider was developed by the respected herbalist, teacher and author Rosemary Gladstar, in the late 70s. The original formula calls for infusing fresh horseradish, ginger, garlic, onions, and cayenne pepper in apple-cider vinegar for three to four weeks, then finishing with honey. Gladstar says “the combination of flavors was fabulous — hot, sour, pungent, […]
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Aug
Aug
HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU NEED TO DETOXIFY?Today, with more toxins in the environment than ever, “it’s critical to detox,” says Linda Page, N.D., Ph.D., the author of Detoxification: Programs to Cleanse, Purify and Renew. Page recommends detoxing for symptoms such as:• Unexplained fatigue• Sluggish elimination• Irritated skin• Allergies• Low-grade infection• Puffy eyes or […]
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Aug
Aug
“It can consume an entire household with the enchanting scent of orchid.” – Tea Master Huang “The Eight Immortals Oolong Tea. Does it provide a life of immortality to you and seven loved ones? Unfortunately it doesn’t! But, what Eight Immortals Oolong does provide is an exceptional oolong tea experience rarely found in the Western world today. […]
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Jul
Jul
There are a lot of wonderful things about green tea… Green tea is packed with antioxidants called catechins, which have been proven to contribute in the prevention of cell damage. Green tea also contains a high amount of L-theanine, a relaxing amino acid that calms anxiety symptoms and enhances mental performance by boosting important brain […]
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Jun
Jun
Did you know that white teas are the least processed of all the teas? The tea is hand-picked when the tea buds are still tightly enclosed in the new leaves. The young buds are still covered by fine white hairs, hence the name “white” tea. The tea is then quickly dried so the tea does […]
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Jun
Jun
We’ve had several guests that have some form of neuropathy, who have told us the foot soak and/or massage gave them some relief. Here’s a quick overview about what it is and how to alleviate some of the symptoms. What is neuropathy?Neuropathy is the general disease or malfunction of nerves in the nervous system. An […]
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May
May
Iron Goddess of Mercy is a smooth, crisp, velvety, oolong tea with medium caffeine content. This storied tea was grown on China’s high hilltops amongst fresh streams and cool, crisp air. Tender leaves are gently basket tossed immediately after harvesting to rupture the cells for semi-oxidization. Increased steeping time and temperature will draw a distinctively […]
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Apr
Apr
I have been a regular visitor to North Conway New Hampshire my entire life. Over the past few years, this sweet little town has been growing by leaps and bounds with more shops, hotels, and restaurant… Read More- Source: A Sparkle Of Grace
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