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Articles and Essays
Medicines from the Garden – Tonics
Do-it-yourself venous tonic: ayurvedic trikatu In a blender put one cup of chopped ginger rhizome, one-half cup of chopped turmeric rhizome, two tablespoons of black pepper, one quarter cup apple cider vinegar, and one quarter cup honey. Blend them together then let the mash steep in a quart jar in a warm water bath (not…
Ouroboros and Spagyric Plant Remedies
The snake biting its own tail is Paracelsus’ picture of a spagyric remedy: a plant taken apart, each part purified, then married together again at a higher order. What that means in practice, from root and seed to the slow digestions that bring them together.
Soph and the Liar Bird | A Poetic Battle Between Truth and Lies
A darkened, restless void sits brooding
Upon a dream of world creating sparks.
Creation moves in time responding
As new worlds spiral out of dark.
Approaching the Witness
The practice of “approaching the Witness” centers on recognizing the quiet part of the self that observes life without becoming overwhelmed by anxiety. By regularly asking a simple question, such as “What am I grateful for in this moment?”, and then listening into the silence that follows, we train the mind to shift attention away from worry and toward awareness. The goal is not to find perfect answers but to build a rhythm of question and listening, allowing gratitude and observation to gradually replace anxious thinking. Practiced daily, even for a few minutes, this exercise strengthens our connection to the inner Witness, helping us respond to life’s uncertainties with greater calm, flexibility, and understanding.
Seeking The Essence Of The Festivals: Easter And Whitsun In The Kindergarten
By Barbara Klocek Editor’s note: This article places Easter and Whitsun in the context of the year’s festivals, illustrating that these observances are part of a living whole. It also exemplifies a teacher’s striving to penetrate the deep significance of each season as a necessity for bringing joy and meaning into the festival life of…
Dream Art Theater: A ceremonial approach to dream imagery and the Great Journey of the soul
Understand the practice of Dream Art Theater. Dream Art Theater is a method for exploring the deeper potentials of dream imagery through artistic practice, symbolism, and inner listening.
Audio and Video Lectures
Evolution of Biodynamics Symposium 2025 Day Two Panel – Matias, Wali, Jonathan, Carmen
Join us for a panel discussion on the integration of biodynamics, health, and spiritual meaning. In this episode, panelists delve into the significance of finding purpose and meaning through biodynamic practices, the impact of technology on agriculture and health, and the role of education in opening dialogues about these vital practices. Discover insights from these…
Evolution of Biodynamics Symposium 2025 Day One Panel – Dennis, Danilo, Matias
The conversation goes into the connections between traditional agricultural practices and biodynamics, exploring how these methodologies can honor and integrate the spiritual aspects of farming. Additionally, they discuss the importance of community, the healing potential of biodynamic practices, and the influence of cosmic rhythms. The session concludes with reflections on karma, community building, and the…
Video Series: Nature and the Human Spirit
In Great Barrington, MA in 2014, Dennis Klocek led a weekend workshop exploring the shifts in human consciousness, from the ancient dominance of nature-based spirituality to the modern rise of scientific reductionism.
Alchemical Revival Symposium Day One Panel
This was given as part of the Soil, Soul and Spirit Alchemical Revival Symposium 2024
Alchemical Revival Symposium Day Three Panel
This was given as part of the Soil, Soul and Spirit Alchemical Revival Symposium 2024