Power of Plants

As I was mixing and stirring, I shared some nutritional information about the ingredients I was using with my friend who was mixing and stirring his own concoction. My creation was for human consumption, a supper with plenty of seaweed for vitamins and minerals, his was for soil and plant consumption, a compost tea, with plenty of seaweed for vitamins and minerals. In that moment we realized how similar we are to these tender young plants we are caring for.
By caring for these plants and analyzing their needs and how to meet them, we are practicing the skills we need to take care of ourselves. It is so rewarding to wake up in the morning and find a new seedling bursting out of the soil. It is so simple to plant a few bulbs in the fall, but the sight of those first daffodils emerging can really grab you, and make a hard day easier.
Watching a suffering plant rebound to a healthy, vigorous state can do wonders for our own ability to heal. We really can learn from their resiliency.
Aside from the amazing air cleaning qualities many plants possess, they can also improve our mood, give us a sense of purpose, and teach how to take care of ourselves. For these reasons, I believe that plants can play an important role in healing and maintaining health. Especially in an indoor setting, where patients rarely or never have the chance to venture outdoors to learn from nature and feel reconnected the the whole of earth, potted plants can offer these therapeutic benefits.
So, happy spring planting!