Winter asks something very different of us than the rest of the year.

In this episode, Herbs for Hibernation (Not Hustle): Reframing the New Year, I invite you to step away from the pressure to optimize, fix, or reinvent yourself—and instead explore winter as a season of maintenance, nourishment, and sacred smallness.

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Rather than pushing for growth, we talk about what it means to conserve energy, tend the nervous system, and listen closely to what the body and spirit are actually asking for right now. I share herbal allies—like gentle chamomile—that support rest, digestion, sleep, and emotional steadiness, along with simple rituals to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself during the darker months.

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This is a quiet, reflective conversation for anyone feeling tired, tender, or overwhelmed by New Year expectations. You don’t need a new version of yourself this winter. You may simply need care.

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✨ In this episode, we explore:

Why winter is a time for hibernation, not hustle

.How “sacred smallness” can support mental health and resilience

.Identifying where your energy is leaking—and how to protect it

.Herbs that gently support winter wellness and the nervous system

.The importance of sleep, nourishment, and mindful consumption

.Simple rituals for reflection, self-care, and inner connection

This episode is especially supportive if you’re navigating fatigue, emotional heaviness, recovery, or a desire to live more in rhythm with the seasons.

You’re welcome to listen slowly—perhaps with a warm cup of tea—and take only what feels nourishing.

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Resources

Rukmini Walker - Sacred Smallness - https://www.rukminiwalker.com/blog/you-are-a-sacred-spark-of-the-one-supreme-whole 

Victoria Erickson - 2026 Year of Smallness - https://www.victoriaerickson.com/ 

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Chapters: Herbs for Hibernation (Not Hustle): Reframing the New Year

0:00 Intro

1:40 Hibernation

4:40 Smallness

7:40 Community

9:55 Values

12:20 Resources

14:40 Mind

15:56 Chamomile

18:40 Cohosh

20:20 Astragalus

21:30 Reishi

23:10 Damiana

24:40 Cannabis

26:07 Rituals

27:40 Morning

29:10 Closing

30:10 Course