There are a couple of things that I want to say here. First, I can’t imagine the difficulties and challenges that you face with your illness and I appreciate you sharing with your viewers a glimpse of that part of yourself. Second, I have been a practicing green witch for over almost 35 years, and just want to say, that I love to see the younger generation’s fresh new take on the different ways that they practice. You have created for yourself a gentle and beautiful pathway. Third, I really enjoy your videos; absolutely gorgeous, calming, and I can tell you are putting your heart and soul into these videos. Keep it up girl, you are doing fabulous. Blessed Be. ❤️
As a new green witch (I've only been practicing for about six months), I love your comment. Annie is amazing and is one of my prominent influences in pursuing this path. I admire your experience, and, if I may ask, what inspired you to choose the path of the green witch almost 35 years ago? Blessed be!
@@Ayat_AliI listen to her shows. Plenty of info there and A Calmness thats magnetic. I JUST became a witch Myself. I m a 40 yr Xchristian and just find this.way of life FITTING for.me. Loving Earth, Mushroom Foraging, gathering edibles from nature and Creating Sustanance from them.. Its The closeness To the Earth that draws me
Speaking of "beautiful", has anybody else noticed that witches tend to look YEARS younger than they actually are as contrasted to the general population?
I just wanted to say that I'm sorry you've gotten judged for not being vegan - the idea of it is nice, but it's just not practical for everyone. I personally have greatly reduced the amount of animal products I eat, and certain non-food animal products I buy, but I will never be vegan.
As someone with the goal of being vegan: I've been working towards it from eating like a normal Texan for like six years. It's a different journey for everyone and anything helps. I hate that so many people in my community take the severity of the issue and run with it. It might be a problem but it's unrealistic to expect anyone to be educated, sustainably healthy, or to go cold turkey when there is so much gatekeeping and shaming within the extreme parts of the community. It flushes out all of the ACTUALLY useful and very immediately actionable info when the RUclips feed is all Instagram vegans that eat less than 1400 calories a day and extremists that call meat eaters out instead of being kind. 🥺😔
i used to be vegan but sadly had to go back to eating meat (oddly enough, for health reasons lol). it's not my favorite thing, but it is what it is and i always remember to live in gratitude while eating my meals. i never understood the judgment surrounding people's personal diets. the hostility in some communities surrounding the ways and what we eat is so strange.
More than being vegan or not, it's how you eat your meals, if it's animal based atleast make sure the animals you're consuming were treated correctly and were killed with the least pain possible. Sure you won't know if a pig was treated correctly because a pig is not kosher, however when it's a cow if it says Kosher then you're making sure the animal was treated correctly. If you're eating eggs, atleast make sure you're getting them from a local farmer and not mass produced ones. As you all know, intention matters. If someone wants to be vegan, great job, I respect it. If someone doesn't want to be vegan, I respect it too. You do you.
Same . I reduced my consumption of animal products but will probably never be vegan , I lean more towards vegetarianism. Veganism is a beautiful path but it doesn't work for everyone 💜
Seeing another witch with Ehlers-Danlos talking, even a little bit, about the challenges of shared food and dislocations got me emotional. I so rarely see other people who live this way. It's an illness that excels at making you feel isolated, and this made me feel very seen and understood. So much love and support to you 🖤
I personally do not have Ehler's Danlos. I have the illness Endometriosis though and I understand how isolating having an illness can be. I am currently a "baby witch" or a beginner in witchcraft. I'm glad this made you feel seen and heard. 💗
I am also a witch with ehlers Danlos and my gp is progressing everyday. It feels good to be reminded I'm not alone because in the world outside of the internet I was by myself.
Out of all the other Witchy RUclipsrs I've watched, you're my favourite. Your lifestyle was something I've always wanted to live before I've learned about the Magick part. Your videos are very relaxing and informative, and I find that I take your words to heart, so thank you for living the life you enjoy.
I HAVE A FEEDING TUBE TOO!!! I actually have two, one in my stomach and one in my small intestine. I KNEW there was a reason I felt drawn to your videos!! You go girl!!
your films bring all the hygge, cozy vibes! I left my fast, hustling life in NYC to move to the French countryside a few years ago and now create slow living films of my life in France. I started my channel a month ago and was so inspired by your channel and Fairyland Cottage! We need more wholesome artistry on youtube :) Thank you for sharing your light with us.
Oh that sounds interesting -i will have to check you out! I'm a big fairyland cottage fan too and I also just moved back to the countryside and started my channel 😆
...And she plays Skyrim, too. *Girl crush* I can imagine you as the sort of player who has to stop and harvest each herb you pass. You should try the Dragonage series, as well. ;) On another note, every one of your videos is an essential dose of peacefulness for me, thank you for sharing so much of yourself with all of us. xox
What a fabulous Q & A! It was nice to get to learn a bit about you 💕 Q: Do you live in your cottage alone, or with family? Q: Would you ever do a cottage tour? Thanks for sharing your gifts with us 💕
I dont struggle withthe same disorder as you but as someone who has struggled with anorexia and now has IBS, I completely relate to the inability to experience food the same way others do. the feeling of sitting at a table and not being able to join in with the festivities is a horrible one. thank you for having your struggle because I'm sure you have helped many people. I also wanted to say that I'm sorry if you've recieved any judgement for not being vegan. I'm fortunate enough that I can be vegan but I know that it really is not a suitable diet for everyone and should not be forced onto others. I'm glad you've found a way to interact and work with food that brings you joy and is healthy for you. I was I introduced to you by a friend because I'm curious about witchcraft and I absolutely adore your channel, you have such a calming energy and are so passionate and dedicated to your practice. thank you for sharing all this knowledge !
I love how calming this video is, you're really inspiring me to live a more "green" life in small ways. Also, thank you for sharing your experience about your condition. I like how you shared that you still try to share in meals with others despite your condition. I've never heard of it before, but I can vaguely relate as I have a condition that makes my bowels reject a lot of food groups that other people can eat. Sometimes it is hard to share meals with others because there are a lot of things that hurt me and are present in many foods. Hearing your experience put that into perspective for me but also gave me ideas on how I can still enjoy meals with others that I may not be able to eat myself. Thank you! Blessed be! Edit: a word
I live in a pretty urban area, so honestly, my favorite part of Skyrim and Oblivion is just traveling aimlessly across fields and mountains as soft ambient music plays in the background. Such a good way to unwind and de-stress. I'm really glad to have found your videos as well.🌼
I have Ehlers Danlos and GP as well - thank you for sharing how it affects you and your practice. Im kinda just starting out figuring out my path in witchcraft and seeing others living with what i live with makes me feel more at home. Thank you
It's incredible, how I "met" your channel just when I was strongly feeling that I need to find a way to live more in the present, with intention/intuition and generally more true to myself and in my own pace. Thank you for everything you do!
I find it very interesting that people would get mad about honey being used. I am a beekeeper myself and honestly my babies are happy, and I always do what is best for them in terms of harvesting, or not harvesting, or feeding, and if you want honey that comes from beekeepers who do the same, just buy honey at like a farmer's market, where you can get it straight from a local beekeeper.
I can't imagine the suffering you experience from your illness. You are strong and brave! Thank you for honoring us by sharing that intimate part of your life. And - yay for Skyrim! lol love that someone asked about that
I am a student naturopath and herbalist with a chronic illness which has been really isolating, so your videos are providing me with so much comfort, joy and inspiration. Thank you!
I find watching your RUclips is super comforting. I am a baby witch so to speak and I absolutely love how you break everything down super simple. Thank you so much!
I also have dislocation problems with my left shoulder it sucks but it's life you truly are an inspiration to so many people how you've been through so much but still continue to smile you're amazing and I love all you're videos
Ty for your story. I'm sitting here in the dumps with chronic pain and I'm watching you with such grace and positive attitude about your condition that it makes me want to do better about my attitude. We each have our hurdles but we're not defined by them right?! Was vegan for 5 years until I found out I was pernicious anemic so don't feel bad or have to justify to critics. You're doing whats best for YOU!
I randomly stumbled across this video and first off, you’re so freaking beautiful, I’m literally gay screaming. (Well, in my head, it’s like, 5:30am right now.) Secondly, I haven’t seen any creator so far with EDS, and that totally took me off guard, and I had looked down to peel a sticker off of my laptop and my head snapped right back up as soon as I heard that. I’m currently dealing with a huge health decline due to EDS. I’m currently diagnosed with type three, but I’m in the process of getting my diagnosis changed due to my heart condition and the fact my stomach has recently decided to hate doing the job of keeping stomach acid… In my stomach… where it belongs. I’ve had three hospitalizations this year already since it causes my esophagus to bleed rapidly and I vomit blood. It’s taken so much of my life away. I was lucky enough to spend three healthy months with my newborn daughter and she was a year old before I reached a point of being able to be at home for more than two or three weeks before going right back to the hospital for months at a time, and right now, I’ve hit my longest time yet at almost four months at home. My daughter turned three this year and attempting to raise her from a hospital bed is just… It’s hard. It’s hard, but I did it in the end, and now, fingers crossed, I’m on the way up, and not down. It’s kinda messed me up in a weird way, but for some reason, just hearing someone else is dealing with similar issues, with the same condition, was just… Healing… In a way? I don’t really know how to describe it. I hit subscribe right away, and thank you for sharing that part of you, and I’m sending all of my positive thoughts, feelings, and vibes right your way.
I'm sending you positive thoughts, feelings and vibes. I don't have EDS but know several people IRL and online who do. I do have some other chronic health conditions and as someone said above, it can make you feel isolated. But it's lovely channels like this that can give us a connection with others and share and feel not so alone. Blessed be.
For me it's helpful to know others have bodies that do what mine does. It's a trapeze walk trying to keep everything going to the point that life can be kinda normal. I did a lot of trial and err back in mostly in the 90's and lived according to what worked to keep quality of life normal. Now my silly habits have snazy labels like paleo, fodmap, whole 30. It's a tight rope to walk and hard, sad decisions along the way.
I already loved your videos, but now that I know you have GP/ED, I love you even more! I have Crohn's. For the first month after my diagnosis I was on TPN. Since we're nerds, we called it Ketracel White. Lol
I am crying because you are so young and peaceful and full of life in your videos and the baking video I watched was so pretty and looked yummy (but I can't have all that sugar) and then now I just heard you say you can't eat. I'm sorry isn't the right word because you aren't sad. I don't know how to say it- I feel bummed for you on that one issue, but duh to me because it hasn't stopped you in any way that I have seen in all the videos I've been watching. You are very strong and I know you will inspire so many people who have illnesses as well as inspire people regarding flowers, art, baking... THANK YOU, stay safe, take care. You rock!
Baby witch here. Leaning into green witchery because I've always been into nature worship and even follow the ideals of Cernunnos, the Stag Lord. Your videos calm me and make me see that my progress in self-discovery, no matter how small right now, is something worth working towards. Thank you for being here! Love from the Philippines!
The fact that I came to RUclips this morning and saw a video update from you, that just made my whole day. I love you channel and you make my witch heart happy. I'm glad you address the fact that your path is ever changing because I have often felt that way as well and I have a weird mind set when it come to religions (mostly from Christian family guilt) and I'm slowly over coming it but listening to this video helped me a lot
Thank you for sharing all of this. I have many food sensitivity’s and It’s hard for me a lot of the time for the same reasons you mentioned. You sharing your story made feel so thankful that I can still have so many things so thank you for sharing such a personal part of your life.
I have Crohn's disease and I completely understand the whole my stomach sucks at it's job thing. I'm sorry you're having to deal with such a difficult disease. Thank you for sharing.
Just one more spoonie (chronic illness) voice chiming in to tell you that your choices are valid. No one should shame you for your food choices and no one should assume to know your particular circumstances. Love and Light.
Ah! I got surprised by the Skyrim question but in the most positive way possible. If you liked Skyrim (oh and so did I!) you might want to learn about the Witcher 3 game. The Witcher universe started with books (which I highly recommend to read if you can/want). The first 2 witcher games are a little old and clunky but you don't absolutely need to play them before you play Witcher 3. It helps but it's not absolutely necessary. I personally only played Witcher 3 and it was great. You might get a similar peaceful vibe from the environments there too ;)
I've been binge watching trying to understand why she calls herself a witch. It seems like a BEAUTIFUL aesthetically pleasing cooking with herbs/herbalism channel 👀
You too? I thought the same dear, a herbalist, but i did not want to hurt her feelings. 🤭 She seems so tender. I am, a medium, with medium ancestors and one of the strongest black witches, in the family, in europe. Its serious work, and not particulary sweet nor herbaling. Its, not what she portayes. Love Jasmina 🖤
@@jasmina5445 well it shouldn't hurt her feelings. Hope not because she's lovely & the channel is beautiful. Just doesn't seem like a witch, more of just an herbalist 😊 Blessings
We are so incredibly similar. I have friends with EDS mostly because im disabled with several issues one being severe fibromyalgia. Im under testing for other issues like MS and bowel disease. It really sucks. But im a witch of over 12 years and more druid like these days. I also play skyrim and other games as gaming is a passion, but I totally recommend elder scrolls online to you. You will love it x
I can tell that it was very difficult for you to talk about your condition. Thank you for coming forward with that intimate detail of your life. I think this is the first of your videos I have gotten to watch, so the fact that you are willing to share that means a great deal to me. I do not have your condition, but a half sister of my children also had issues with being able to have food, and my children both have mild IBS. So whenever I see anyone speaking about their own digestive issues I am thankful that they are all coming more to public knowledge.
Beautiful! Thank you for your calming presence and willingness to share your life and practices with all of us. I would love to see more Q&As in the future!
Iv always been close to Nature growing up she helped me more then any human ever did simple as it is that is my Favorite part become a witch.. thank you for sharing I love your Videos Best of wishes to you
You mentioning EDS made my mind lowkey scream in excitement that someone within the witch community that I watch also has it. My diagnosis isn't 100% confirmed, as in I haven't had the genetic testing done yet because the world is insane, but my geneticist does strongly believe I have it. I don't know why my brain got so excited at that, probably more due to me being sleep deprived, lol. But I do feel your EDS struggle.
@Myth Tree I... I honestly don't want to be rude here, but don't ever tell someone that their disease or condition doesn't exist. Honestly, I do not have the words to respond to this. But it is a condition. A condition that is present from birth. A condition that causes a lot of suffering. Please refrain from telling people you don't believe their condition exists, because not only does it make a person who already suffers on a daily basis feel horrible, but honestly it helps aiding in the abelist mindset of "oh, you're just doing something wrong, If you do xyz you'll be cured!"
@Myth Tree I was trying very hard not to be rude, I apologise if you took it that way. The way I read your comment was that you didn't believe that the condition existed. I have never been on a plant based diet. But I do apologise you took my response as rude. I am very often told my diagnosis' don't exist from people who don't know any better, and I do apologise I took your comment that way if that is not what you intended.
Greetings from Asia's south east. I've been watching some of your videos for a few weeks now. I really like the natural aspect in this channel. And I really like the music too. I don't know if I can make the recipes you're generously sharing, because kitchen and me aren't really good buddies. But, it's always good to know new recipes. Who knows, I could make one one day. Anyway, thank you for doing what you're doing. I hope you have a lovely day, too.
Bless you! 🌟❤️ I hope ppl do not feel a need to judge you for your diet, or anything else. May your genetic condition become your ally and best teacher. Interesting how ppl judge about diets w/o considerong the impact their daily lifestyles are having on other life forms. Thank you again for sharing. I look forward to hearing more and seeing your creative side! 🌸.
This is only the second video I have seen on your channel. I am love with your channel! How sweet of you to let us get to know a little more about you. I admire your positive attitude about your health. I’m in my early sixties and am on a strict diet due to a form of arthritis that is not common. My son is on dialysis for his kidneys and has to be on a strict diet opposite of mine. Cooking in my home can be challenge at times. Thank you for this Qand A video. I have always been interested in herbs and their healing powers. Your doggies are cute. My son and I send you love and hugs!
This was so interesting! I love just listening to your videos in the background as I do stuff around the house. Definitely do more videos like this! On the topic of making your own clothes... I am going to start making mine and it would be really cool to see you make yours!
Skyrim is an amazing game!! I love it so much and I just recently found this path through Norse paganism and as I play Skyrim I have found that it ties in sooooooo much to what I am trying/learning to practice!! I love all of your videos! Thank you for your knowledge!!!
I'm new, and have been watching you for a few days! I love your videos, and just love your positive energy! Once I saw your feeding pump i smiled. My daughter has a gtube for her health issues, and I have some health issues too, but it was nice seeing someone else who has some health problems, and also in the witchy community! Plus you love skyrim! Definitely love you more now! Lol. (Hope that doesn't seem weird) 😅❤
You are beautiful, amazing and incredibly strong woman. I admire you and what you do, and wish you all the luck and health in this world. Blessed be 🙏🏻💚💚💚
I have Gastroparesis too. Mine is down go Autonomic Neuropathy, and it's really hard sometimes. I'm not on any treatment yet, and I don't know what's going to happen. I've been told it'll likely be a feeding tube but I don't know for sure. I'm having a rough day with it today and it's been really nice to see a video like this because it can feel lonely sometimes. I don't feel as lonely today.
You are an amazing, courageous, authentic, creative, inspiring lady and I am so happy to have "met" you online, through a very dear friend. Thank you so much for all you share, wonderful! With love and blessings, Susan XXX
WoW this is somthing new for me. I am a empath, a child of god. Mother Earth is my energy, as a empath I give others my energy and nature is my energy. It’s cool seeing how others use nature and life.
My father-in-law, a close friend, and a co-worker all have Ehlers-Danlos, so I'm sending a lot of love and light your way. Thank you so much for sharing.
NP here, I studied ED syndrome and found it very interesting! I share gastropraesis- not quite to this level but not far. I am interested in all forms of health and wellness and look forward to hearing more about herbalism. Thank you for sharing 💝
Annabel, you are truly very courageous. ❤️ It's so inspiring to see you overcome so many obstacles in your life and still be so calm and peaceful. 👍 Keep up the good work. ✔️💟💕🌟💯♾️💛
You've been a huge inspiration in creating my practice. I think a part of it is that you also love Skyrim! (The Dragon Age series is another love of mine!)
Hey I'm also a witch with Ehlers Danlos! This is the first time I've seen your channel and I'm happy to have found you. Can I ask how you created your own businesses based around creativity and herbs? I recently graduated college and I need to find a way to make money, but with my disorder it seems impossible sometimes. I would love to run my own business as a writer but it seems so...impossible? Overwhelming? How did you start?
@Myth Tree YIKES it definitely does exist. Don't diminish a disorder just because you're into spirituality. That's awful and invalidating. My EDS is awful today and this was absolutely not the comment I wanted to read.
@Myth Tree EDS doesn't just go away. It's dismissive to people with the disorder to say that it can be cured by eating meat and saying it's because of Celtic genes. It's because of genes but not Celtic- it's a genetic disorder. Science has it's place, EDS exists, and even when I eat more meat it doesn't help. It's great that your condition improved by a change in diet. There is no cure for EDS. Lots of theories, lots of ideas, but no real cures.
I have hEDS too! I don't have a tube but I do have an ileostomy. It was really... validating to see another person with a medical intervention who I admire for making great, relaxing videos which I turn to in my dark times. Thank you!
You r a champion with ur resolution to cope with ur disease..i have ulcerative colitis and its common but not easy to deal with and i havent coped with it well..so thnk u..i thought if she can cope with her situation which i would say is worse than mine( the not getting to eat part) then i can cope with mine...this was a great video..thnk u
I've been watching you for a little bit and while I don't practice, I find your videos very calming. Also, Hey! Another person with EDS. I have hEDS as well as Lupus. Keep up the awesome videos. :)
This might sound odd, or obvious (but it's not to me) what does a year of dedicated study look like? Are you making tinctures, salves, etc. for practice, just mixing and using them yourself? Reading, re-reading? Can you give a more detailed example of what dedicated study looks like?
So about Skyrim for a minute..I just have to know what raise do you play as. And are you more of a "do all the missions person" or do you just like to venture about and work on upgrading and your home bases? Also I really enjoy your videos, you have been a wonderful teacher and speaker. Plus your videos remind me of home and my great grandmother. I think so was a witch and didn't even know it.🦋 Thank you again for all the work you do on these videos, I am truly blessed to have them in my life. Blessed be!!
I have always been curious but raised Baptist and Methodist. I was finding myself in a crisis of ‘faith’ in the mid-‘80s and cried out in my mind “if there really is a God, just give me a sign.” After a while I realized I was getting an answer form the trees around me, “We’ve always been right here.” So, Druid? I quickly resolved to take a serious look into witchcraft, which I have always been interested in. This finally felt like “home.”
Our dog was named Sophie. Unfortunately she passed away a few years ago but she was so sweet. I really love your approach even though I live in the big city.
I have Hypermobile EDS too. Mine is musculo skeletal based though. I work with essential oils and am starting to make my own products with herbs and botanicals. You are just such an inspiration! I just wanted to send much love your way. Lizzie, England 🥰
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There are a couple of things that I want to say here. First, I can’t imagine the difficulties and challenges that you face with your illness and I appreciate you sharing with your viewers a glimpse of that part of yourself. Second, I have been a practicing green witch for over almost 35 years, and just want to say, that I love to see the younger generation’s fresh new take on the different ways that they practice. You have created for yourself a gentle and beautiful pathway. Third, I really enjoy your videos; absolutely gorgeous, calming, and I can tell you are putting your heart and soul into these videos. Keep it up girl, you are doing fabulous. Blessed Be. ❤️
Hi, I am a newbie to witchcraft andi ws just wondering if you had any tips or helpful information :)))
As a new green witch (I've only been practicing for about six months), I love your comment. Annie is amazing and is one of my prominent influences in pursuing this path. I admire your experience, and, if I may ask, what inspired you to choose the path of the green witch almost 35 years ago? Blessed be!
I m a 60 yr old X chriistian and I found u recently. And i ll.say I Really Like U and I will listen and Send Positive Health vibes Your way 💌
@@Ayat_AliI listen to her shows. Plenty of info there and A Calmness thats magnetic. I JUST became a witch Myself. I m a 40 yr Xchristian and just find this.way of life FITTING for.me. Loving Earth, Mushroom Foraging, gathering edibles from nature and Creating Sustanance from them.. Its The closeness To the Earth that draws me
I have a TBI...Would praciticing Slavic Sorcery be difficult for me ?
Came here for spells and potions and found an inspirational, humble idol.
We love our humble queen❤️😔✌️
She mentions Skyrim:
Attentive listening with happy squeals
praise talos !
@@angesoie May the nine watch over you
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What is skyrim?
@@nisshah7050 A video game
You have such a softness about your energy! Very much like grass swaying in the wind 🤍
Aww 💗 yes that describes her perfectly
Andrea Cathalina indeed!
Could you do a video showing us how you make your clothes? They're so beautiful!!
Yeah please
Oh yeay thats a good idea 🤗
Speaking of "beautiful", has anybody else noticed that witches tend to look YEARS younger than they actually are as contrasted to the general population?
@@DarkArachnid666 and people of colour.
Yes please show us your wardrobe!
the video: *calm and very cozy*
me when i see the upload: *s c r e a m i n g i n 5 d i f f e r e n t l a n g u a g e s*
I just wanted to say that I'm sorry you've gotten judged for not being vegan - the idea of it is nice, but it's just not practical for everyone. I personally have greatly reduced the amount of animal products I eat, and certain non-food animal products I buy, but I will never be vegan.
Same for me, I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one...
As someone with the goal of being vegan:
I've been working towards it from eating like a normal Texan for like six years. It's a different journey for everyone and anything helps. I hate that so many people in my community take the severity of the issue and run with it. It might be a problem but it's unrealistic to expect anyone to be educated, sustainably healthy, or to go cold turkey when there is so much gatekeeping and shaming within the extreme parts of the community. It flushes out all of the ACTUALLY useful and very immediately actionable info when the RUclips feed is all Instagram vegans that eat less than 1400 calories a day and extremists that call meat eaters out instead of being kind. 🥺😔
i used to be vegan but sadly had to go back to eating meat (oddly enough, for health reasons lol). it's not my favorite thing, but it is what it is and i always remember to live in gratitude while eating my meals. i never understood the judgment surrounding people's personal diets. the hostility in some communities surrounding the ways and what we eat is so strange.
More than being vegan or not, it's how you eat your meals, if it's animal based atleast make sure the animals you're consuming were treated correctly and were killed with the least pain possible. Sure you won't know if a pig was treated correctly because a pig is not kosher, however when it's a cow if it says Kosher then you're making sure the animal was treated correctly.
If you're eating eggs, atleast make sure you're getting them from a local farmer and not mass produced ones.
As you all know, intention matters.
If someone wants to be vegan, great job, I respect it. If someone doesn't want to be vegan, I respect it too. You do you.
Same . I reduced my consumption of animal products but will probably never be vegan , I lean more towards vegetarianism. Veganism is a beautiful path but it doesn't work for everyone 💜
Seeing another witch with Ehlers-Danlos talking, even a little bit, about the challenges of shared food and dislocations got me emotional. I so rarely see other people who live this way. It's an illness that excels at making you feel isolated, and this made me feel very seen and understood. So much love and support to you 🖤
Same. I’m a fellow zebra and practitioner.
Also a fellow zebra witch here. I feel the same.
I personally do not have Ehler's Danlos. I have the illness Endometriosis though and I understand how isolating having an illness can be. I am currently a "baby witch" or a beginner in witchcraft. I'm glad this made you feel seen and heard. 💗
Same here. Yep eds makes you solitary. Only severly injured or other chronically ill people get it.
I am also a witch with ehlers Danlos and my gp is progressing everyday. It feels good to be reminded I'm not alone because in the world outside of the internet I was by myself.
Out of all the other Witchy RUclipsrs I've watched, you're my favourite. Your lifestyle was something I've always wanted to live before I've learned about the Magick part. Your videos are very relaxing and informative, and I find that I take your words to heart, so thank you for living the life you enjoy.
I HAVE A FEEDING TUBE TOO!!! I actually have two, one in my stomach and one in my small intestine. I KNEW there was a reason I felt drawn to your videos!! You go girl!!
your films bring all the hygge, cozy vibes! I left my fast, hustling life in NYC to move to the French countryside a few years ago and now create slow living films of my life in France. I started my channel a month ago and was so inspired by your channel and Fairyland Cottage! We need more wholesome artistry on youtube :) Thank you for sharing your light with us.
You might check out Girl in Calico, she has a beautiful channel too.
@@janreichard3324 LOVE Girl in Calico! Just discovered her a few weeks ago!
Oh that sounds interesting -i will have to check you out! I'm a big fairyland cottage fan too and I also just moved back to the countryside and started my channel 😆
@@Thewitchescookery how wonderful!! LOVE your channel! My husband also loves your channel as well!
i can’t wait till i move out to london to study and then settle in the british countryside
Your answer about making the food in order to be part of the communal experience was so beautiful ❤
Blessed be, Bex!
@@gabrielleangelica1977 ☺️✌️💚 BB
The vocabulary this woman uses is so uplifting and makes me want to learn more about what comes up on my own path in life
...And she plays Skyrim, too. *Girl crush* I can imagine you as the sort of player who has to stop and harvest each herb you pass. You should try the Dragonage series, as well. ;)
On another note, every one of your videos is an essential dose of peacefulness for me, thank you for sharing so much of yourself with all of us. xox
I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome too! thank you for sharing that with us.
Do you believe in fairies? Have you worked with them or found one?
What a fabulous Q & A!
It was nice to get to learn a bit about you 💕
Q: Do you live in your cottage alone, or with family?
Q: Would you ever do a cottage tour?
Thanks for sharing your gifts with us 💕
I dont struggle withthe same disorder as you but as someone who has struggled with anorexia and now has IBS, I completely relate to the inability to experience food the same way others do. the feeling of sitting at a table and not being able to join in with the festivities is a horrible one. thank you for having your struggle because I'm sure you have helped many people.
I also wanted to say that I'm sorry if you've recieved any judgement for not being vegan. I'm fortunate enough that I can be vegan but I know that it really is not a suitable diet for everyone and should not be forced onto others. I'm glad you've found a way to interact and work with food that brings you joy and is healthy for you.
I was I introduced to you by a friend because I'm curious about witchcraft and I absolutely adore your channel, you have such a calming energy and are so passionate and dedicated to your practice. thank you for sharing all this knowledge !
I love how calming this video is, you're really inspiring me to live a more "green" life in small ways.
Also, thank you for sharing your experience about your condition. I like how you shared that you still try to share in meals with others despite your condition. I've never heard of it before, but I can vaguely relate as I have a condition that makes my bowels reject a lot of food groups that other people can eat. Sometimes it is hard to share meals with others because there are a lot of things that hurt me and are present in many foods. Hearing your experience put that into perspective for me but also gave me ideas on how I can still enjoy meals with others that I may not be able to eat myself. Thank you! Blessed be!
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I live in a pretty urban area, so honestly, my favorite part of Skyrim and Oblivion is just traveling aimlessly across fields and mountains as soft ambient music plays in the background. Such a good way to unwind and de-stress. I'm really glad to have found your videos as well.🌼
I just love watching videos about witches and witchcraft I feel a sense of peace and calm and happiness .
You are a remarkable human being with such gentleness and fortitude. Thank you for putting yourself out there.
I have Ehlers Danlos and GP as well - thank you for sharing how it affects you and your practice. Im kinda just starting out figuring out my path in witchcraft and seeing others living with what i live with makes me feel more at home. Thank you
It's incredible, how I "met" your channel just when I was strongly feeling that I need to find a way to live more in the present, with intention/intuition and generally more true to myself and in my own pace. Thank you for everything you do!
I find it very interesting that people would get mad about honey being used. I am a beekeeper myself and honestly my babies are happy, and I always do what is best for them in terms of harvesting, or not harvesting, or feeding, and if you want honey that comes from beekeepers who do the same, just buy honey at like a farmer's market, where you can get it straight from a local beekeeper.
I think you're voice is just so relaxing and everything about you're videos is just so relaxing and they also very helpful at least to me
I can't imagine the suffering you experience from your illness. You are strong and brave! Thank you for honoring us by sharing that intimate part of your life. And - yay for Skyrim! lol love that someone asked about that
I am a student naturopath and herbalist with a chronic illness which has been really isolating, so your videos are providing me with so much comfort, joy and inspiration. Thank you!
I will eat double for you... omg. I cant imagen not being able to eat food! It's a little heart breaking. You deal with it so gracefully
I find watching your RUclips is super comforting. I am a baby witch so to speak and I absolutely love how you break everything down super simple. Thank you so much!
I also have dislocation problems with my left shoulder it sucks but it's life you truly are an inspiration to so many people how you've been through so much but still continue to smile you're amazing and I love all you're videos
Ty for your story. I'm sitting here in the dumps with chronic pain and I'm watching you with such grace and positive attitude about your condition that it makes me want to do better about my attitude. We each have our hurdles but we're not defined by them right?! Was vegan for 5 years until I found out I was pernicious anemic so don't feel bad or have to justify to critics. You're doing whats best for YOU!
You are a very strong maiden witch and I love you for it! Blessed be!
I randomly stumbled across this video and first off, you’re so freaking beautiful, I’m literally gay screaming. (Well, in my head, it’s like, 5:30am right now.) Secondly, I haven’t seen any creator so far with EDS, and that totally took me off guard, and I had looked down to peel a sticker off of my laptop and my head snapped right back up as soon as I heard that. I’m currently dealing with a huge health decline due to EDS.
I’m currently diagnosed with type three, but I’m in the process of getting my diagnosis changed due to my heart condition and the fact my stomach has recently decided to hate doing the job of keeping stomach acid… In my stomach… where it belongs. I’ve had three hospitalizations this year already since it causes my esophagus to bleed rapidly and I vomit blood.
It’s taken so much of my life away. I was lucky enough to spend three healthy months with my newborn daughter and she was a year old before I reached a point of being able to be at home for more than two or three weeks before going right back to the hospital for months at a time, and right now, I’ve hit my longest time yet at almost four months at home. My daughter turned three this year and attempting to raise her from a hospital bed is just… It’s hard. It’s hard, but I did it in the end, and now, fingers crossed, I’m on the way up, and not down.
It’s kinda messed me up in a weird way, but for some reason, just hearing someone else is dealing with similar issues, with the same condition, was just… Healing… In a way? I don’t really know how to describe it. I hit subscribe right away, and thank you for sharing that part of you, and I’m sending all of my positive thoughts, feelings, and vibes right your way.
I'm sending you positive thoughts, feelings and vibes. I don't have EDS but know several people IRL and online who do. I do have some other chronic health conditions and as someone said above, it can make you feel isolated. But it's lovely channels like this that can give us a connection with others and share and feel not so alone. Blessed be.
For me it's helpful to know others have bodies that do what mine does.
It's a trapeze walk trying to keep everything going to the point that life can be kinda normal. I did a lot of trial and err back in mostly in the 90's and lived according to what worked to keep quality of life normal. Now my silly habits have snazy labels like paleo, fodmap, whole 30. It's a tight rope to walk and hard, sad decisions along the way.
I already loved your videos, but now that I know you have GP/ED, I love you even more! I have Crohn's. For the first month after my diagnosis I was on TPN. Since we're nerds, we called it Ketracel White. Lol
I have EDS too. And I’m a Witch as well. I’m glad I found you!
💚✌🏼-Samantha
Oh! And I’m also hyper mobile. One of my daughters wears ring splints too! Lol.. funny.
Small world!
A witch that isn't uber judgmental about everything under the sun and moon!
Sub'd and rang the bell!!!!
Another lovely video! Would love any q&a or anything else. It is truly the highlight of my day when you post a new video. 🌸🌹🌺🌷🌻
I am crying because you are so young and peaceful and full of life in your videos and the baking video I watched was so pretty and looked yummy (but I can't have all that sugar) and then now I just heard you say you can't eat. I'm sorry isn't the right word because you aren't sad. I don't know how to say it- I feel bummed for you on that one issue, but duh to me because it hasn't stopped you in any way that I have seen in all the videos I've been watching. You are very strong and I know you will inspire so many people who have illnesses as well as inspire people regarding flowers, art, baking... THANK YOU, stay safe, take care. You rock!
Baby witch here. Leaning into green witchery because I've always been into nature worship and even follow the ideals of Cernunnos, the Stag Lord. Your videos calm me and make me see that my progress in self-discovery, no matter how small right now, is something worth working towards. Thank you for being here! Love from the Philippines!
The fact that I came to RUclips this morning and saw a video update from you, that just made my whole day. I love you channel and you make my witch heart happy. I'm glad you address the fact that your path is ever changing because I have often felt that way as well and I have a weird mind set when it come to religions (mostly from Christian family guilt) and I'm slowly over coming it but listening to this video helped me a lot
Thank you for sharing all of this. I have many food sensitivity’s and It’s hard for me a lot of the time for the same reasons you mentioned. You sharing your story made feel so thankful that I can still have so many things so thank you for sharing such a personal part of your life.
your aura is so calm and brings peace. I love your videos x
I have Crohn's disease and I completely understand the whole my stomach sucks at it's job thing. I'm sorry you're having to deal with such a difficult disease. Thank you for sharing.
Just one more spoonie (chronic illness) voice chiming in to tell you that your choices are valid. No one should shame you for your food choices and no one should assume to know your particular circumstances. Love and Light.
Ah! I got surprised by the Skyrim question but in the most positive way possible. If you liked Skyrim (oh and so did I!) you might want to learn about the Witcher 3 game. The Witcher universe started with books (which I highly recommend to read if you can/want). The first 2 witcher games are a little old and clunky but you don't absolutely need to play them before you play Witcher 3. It helps but it's not absolutely necessary. I personally only played Witcher 3 and it was great. You might get a similar peaceful vibe from the environments there too ;)
I've been binge watching trying to understand why she calls herself a witch. It seems like a BEAUTIFUL aesthetically pleasing cooking with herbs/herbalism channel 👀
You too? I thought the same dear, a herbalist, but i did not want to hurt her feelings. 🤭 She seems so tender.
I am, a medium, with medium ancestors and one of the strongest black witches, in the family, in europe. Its serious work, and not particulary sweet nor herbaling. Its, not what she portayes.
Love Jasmina 🖤
@@jasmina5445 well it shouldn't hurt her feelings. Hope not because she's lovely & the channel is beautiful. Just doesn't seem like a witch, more of just an herbalist 😊 Blessings
We are so incredibly similar. I have friends with EDS mostly because im disabled with several issues one being severe fibromyalgia. Im under testing for other issues like MS and bowel disease. It really sucks. But im a witch of over 12 years and more druid like these days. I also play skyrim and other games as gaming is a passion, but I totally recommend elder scrolls online to you. You will love it x
I can tell that it was very difficult for you to talk about your condition. Thank you for coming forward with that intimate detail of your life. I think this is the first of your videos I have gotten to watch, so the fact that you are willing to share that means a great deal to me. I do not have your condition, but a half sister of my children also had issues with being able to have food, and my children both have mild IBS. So whenever I see anyone speaking about their own digestive issues I am thankful that they are all coming more to public knowledge.
I must say that your condition and story about it really broke my heart. You're amazing, and I respect you for being you despite it!
Beautiful! Thank you for your calming presence and willingness to share your life and practices with all of us. I would love to see more Q&As in the future!
I've only watched three videos so far, but I already love it-- this channel is so peaceful and beautiful 🌻
I appreciate you sharing you have EDS. Thank you. I felt connected to you and your content before, even more so now. 💗
Iv always been close to Nature growing up she helped me more then any human ever did simple as it is that is my Favorite part become a witch.. thank you for sharing I love your Videos Best of wishes to you
I have the same health issue. As did my brother Alders Danos is very serious and scary. Much love to u
You mentioning EDS made my mind lowkey scream in excitement that someone within the witch community that I watch also has it. My diagnosis isn't 100% confirmed, as in I haven't had the genetic testing done yet because the world is insane, but my geneticist does strongly believe I have it. I don't know why my brain got so excited at that, probably more due to me being sleep deprived, lol. But I do feel your EDS struggle.
@Myth Tree I... I honestly don't want to be rude here, but don't ever tell someone that their disease or condition doesn't exist. Honestly, I do not have the words to respond to this. But it is a condition. A condition that is present from birth. A condition that causes a lot of suffering.
Please refrain from telling people you don't believe their condition exists, because not only does it make a person who already suffers on a daily basis feel horrible, but honestly it helps aiding in the abelist mindset of "oh, you're just doing something wrong, If you do xyz you'll be cured!"
@Myth Tree I was trying very hard not to be rude, I apologise if you took it that way. The way I read your comment was that you didn't believe that the condition existed. I have never been on a plant based diet. But I do apologise you took my response as rude. I am very often told my diagnosis' don't exist from people who don't know any better, and I do apologise I took your comment that way if that is not what you intended.
Greetings from Asia's south east. I've been watching some of your videos for a few weeks now. I really like the natural aspect in this channel. And I really like the music too. I don't know if I can make the recipes you're generously sharing, because kitchen and me aren't really good buddies. But, it's always good to know new recipes. Who knows, I could make one one day. Anyway, thank you for doing what you're doing. I hope you have a lovely day, too.
Bless you! 🌟❤️ I hope ppl do not feel a need to judge you for your diet, or anything else. May your genetic condition become your ally and best teacher. Interesting how ppl judge about diets w/o considerong the impact their daily lifestyles are having on other life forms. Thank you again for sharing. I look forward to hearing more and seeing your creative side! 🌸.
This is only the second video I have seen on your channel. I am love with your channel! How sweet of you to let us get to know a little more about you. I admire your positive attitude about your health. I’m in my early sixties and am on a strict diet due to a form of arthritis that is not common. My son is on dialysis for his kidneys and has to be on a strict diet opposite of mine. Cooking in my home can be challenge at times. Thank you for this Qand A video. I have always been interested in herbs and their healing powers. Your doggies are cute. My son and I send you love and hugs!
Annie wish you a happy life.
Thanks for sharing.
This was so interesting! I love just listening to your videos in the background as I do stuff around the house. Definitely do more videos like this!
On the topic of making your own clothes... I am going to start making mine and it would be really cool to see you make yours!
Skyrim is an amazing game!! I love it so much and I just recently found this path through Norse paganism and as I play Skyrim I have found that it ties in sooooooo much to what I am trying/learning to practice!! I love all of your videos! Thank you for your knowledge!!!
I'm new, and have been watching you for a few days! I love your videos, and just love your positive energy! Once I saw your feeding pump i smiled. My daughter has a gtube for her health issues, and I have some health issues too, but it was nice seeing someone else who has some health problems, and also in the witchy community! Plus you love skyrim! Definitely love you more now! Lol. (Hope that doesn't seem weird) 😅❤
You have a peaceful and caring soul💜
You have a wonderfully calming voice. The pitch and timbre are just right. You might consider trying your hand at narration.
I’d like a video where you explain how do you make your own clothes, you always look amazing!
This was an interesting video. I enjoyed learning more about you. And Henry and Sophie are sooo cute. Thank you for showing them!! :-)
This is such a lovely video. Definitely do more QA, I am inspired by how strong and wonderful you are. Great role model for a lot of us.
You are beautiful, amazing and incredibly strong woman. I admire you and what you do, and wish you all the luck and health in this world. Blessed be 🙏🏻💚💚💚
This is the first video of yours that I have watched... new sub here! Such authenticity is hard to find. My heart is open... Thank you!
Loved this video! Getting to know you is a joy for me. I am for sure interested in hearing more about your new pagan paths you are discovering!
I have Gastroparesis too. Mine is down go Autonomic Neuropathy, and it's really hard sometimes. I'm not on any treatment yet, and I don't know what's going to happen. I've been told it'll likely be a feeding tube but I don't know for sure.
I'm having a rough day with it today and it's been really nice to see a video like this because it can feel lonely sometimes. I don't feel as lonely today.
always enjoy your videos, you have an infection energy about you! always uplifting and calming! :)
You are an amazing, courageous, authentic, creative, inspiring lady and I am so happy to have "met" you online, through a very dear friend. Thank you so much for all you share, wonderful! With love and blessings, Susan XXX
WoW this is somthing new for me. I am a empath, a child of god. Mother Earth is my energy, as a empath I give others my energy and nature is my energy. It’s cool seeing how others use nature and life.
My father-in-law, a close friend, and a co-worker all have Ehlers-Danlos, so I'm sending a lot of love and light your way. Thank you so much for sharing.
I love your channel, thanks a lot! Hugs from Brazil.🥰
NP here, I studied ED syndrome and found it very interesting! I share gastropraesis- not quite to this level but not far. I am interested in all forms of health and wellness and look forward to hearing more about herbalism. Thank you for sharing 💝
Inspiring and beautiful video, so calming and just amazing, I love your energy, think you so much for this! God bless you.
Annabel, you are truly very courageous. ❤️ It's so inspiring to see you overcome so many obstacles in your life and still be so calm and peaceful. 👍 Keep up the good work. ✔️💟💕🌟💯♾️💛
"Herbal buisness"
Me: SOLD. 😍😅
I love the calming atmosphere you bring to my day while watching your videos, thank you!! 💚🌱
You've been a huge inspiration in creating my practice. I think a part of it is that you also love Skyrim! (The Dragon Age series is another love of mine!)
Wow… u r so amazing!!! Sorry about your immune disease. I’m celiac. Also Raynalds
Your voice is so relaxing.
You are an incredible human being.
Love your channel! Thank you🤗
I am obsessed with Skyrim as well and am dying for 6 to come out...such A magical beautiful world♡♡♡
Hey I'm also a witch with Ehlers Danlos! This is the first time I've seen your channel and I'm happy to have found you. Can I ask how you created your own businesses based around creativity and herbs? I recently graduated college and I need to find a way to make money, but with my disorder it seems impossible sometimes. I would love to run my own business as a writer but it seems so...impossible? Overwhelming? How did you start?
@Myth Tree YIKES it definitely does exist. Don't diminish a disorder just because you're into spirituality. That's awful and invalidating. My EDS is awful today and this was absolutely not the comment I wanted to read.
@Myth Tree EDS doesn't just go away. It's dismissive to people with the disorder to say that it can be cured by eating meat and saying it's because of Celtic genes. It's because of genes but not Celtic- it's a genetic disorder. Science has it's place, EDS exists, and even when I eat more meat it doesn't help. It's great that your condition improved by a change in diet. There is no cure for EDS. Lots of theories, lots of ideas, but no real cures.
I have hEDS too! I don't have a tube but I do have an ileostomy. It was really... validating to see another person with a medical intervention who I admire for making great, relaxing videos which I turn to in my dark times. Thank you!
You r a champion with ur resolution to cope with ur disease..i have ulcerative colitis and its common but not easy to deal with and i havent coped with it well..so thnk u..i thought if she can cope with her situation which i would say is worse than mine( the not getting to eat part) then i can cope with mine...this was a great video..thnk u
I've been watching you for a little bit and while I don't practice, I find your videos very calming. Also, Hey! Another person with EDS. I have hEDS as well as Lupus. Keep up the awesome videos. :)
i love your ideos!
im a baby witch and i learn soooooo much from you!!!
This might sound odd, or obvious (but it's not to me) what does a year of dedicated study look like? Are you making tinctures, salves, etc. for practice, just mixing and using them yourself? Reading, re-reading? Can you give a more detailed example of what dedicated study looks like?
So about Skyrim for a minute..I just have to know what raise do you play as. And are you more of a "do all the missions person" or do you just like to venture about and work on upgrading and your home bases?
Also I really enjoy your videos, you have been a wonderful teacher and speaker. Plus your videos remind me of home and my great grandmother. I think so was a witch and didn't even know it.🦋 Thank you again for all the work you do on these videos, I am truly blessed to have them in my life. Blessed be!!
Also my name is Jessica ( my husband's name is Kenneth, I just use his account. Lol)
I have always been curious but raised Baptist and Methodist. I was finding myself in a crisis of ‘faith’ in the mid-‘80s and cried out in my mind “if there really is a God, just give me a sign.” After a while I realized I was getting an answer form the trees around me, “We’ve always been right here.”
So, Druid? I quickly resolved to take a serious look into witchcraft, which I have always been interested in. This finally felt like “home.”
Thank you for this Q & A and for being so open!
Much love ❤️ you make beautiful videos. Love your editing and filming, great work. Skyrim is def a top ten game!
Our dog was named Sophie. Unfortunately she passed away a few years ago but she was so sweet. I really love your approach even though I live in the big city.
I have Hypermobile EDS too. Mine is musculo skeletal based though. I work with essential oils and am starting to make my own products with herbs and botanicals. You are just such an inspiration! I just wanted to send much love your way. Lizzie, England 🥰