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Latest Posts


A poem about the Full Harvest Moon and Blood Moon Eclispe
by Sue Cartwright 7 September 2025
A poem about the Full Harvest Moon when we celebrate all we have achieved and take in the energy of the Blood Moon
A post about the healing benefits of Chamomile
by Sue Cartwright 3 September 2025
A post about the healing benefits of Chamomile, a herb that teaches gentleness and brings about a sense of calm
Dates and inspiration for things to see and do in September
by Sue Cartwright 1 September 2025
An Almanac guide to Nature in Setpember with things to do and watch out for at the beginning of the Autumn season
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Awarded by Feedspot - Top Nature Book Blog by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf

Nature Books

A book review about the cookery book Nourishing Traditions and the wisdom of a healthy balanced diet
by Sue Cartwright 27 August 2025
A book review about the cookery book Nourishing Traditions and the wisdom of adopting a healthy balanced diet
A book review about the health and healing benefits Everyday Āyurveda by Dr Bhaswati Bhattacharya
by Sue Cartwright 5 August 2025
A post about the ancient holistic practice of Āyurveda for living a naturally healthy, sensual and spiritual life
A book review of The Undiscovered Self by Carl Jung
by Sue Cartwright 13 July 2025
A powerful book by Carl Jung who recognised that individuals are the infintesimal units on whom the world depends
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Monthly Almanac

Dates and inspiration for things to see and do in September
by Sue Cartwright 1 September 2025
An Almanac guide to Nature in Setpember with things to do and watch out for at the beginning of the Autumn season
A post with an Almanac about things to see and do in Nature in August
by Sue Cartwright 1 August 2025
An Almanac guide to Nature's gifts in August with things to do and watch out for at the end of the Summer season.
Welcome July (Almanac 2025) by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 1 July 2025
An Almanac guide to Nature's gifts in July with things to do and watch out for at the height of the Summer season.
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Healing Herbs

A post about the healing benefits of Chamomile
by Sue Cartwright 3 September 2025
A post about the healing benefits of Chamomile, a herb that teaches gentleness and brings about a sense of calm
A post about the wonders of Lavender known for its heady scent and calming effect as a healing oil
by Sue Cartwright 19 July 2025
A post about the relaxing benefits of Lavender as a healing oil with an invigorating scent and other beneficial uses
The healing and health benefits of Marjoram including its folklore, nutrition, remedies and recipes
by Sue Cartwright 12 July 2025
A post about the relaxing healing benefits of Marjoram and the warm, slightly sharp flavour of this hardy aromatic herb
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Healing Spices

A post about the culinary and medicinal value of Cayenne Pepper
by Sue Cartwright 20 August 2025
A post about the culinary, nutritional and medicinal benefits of the hot and fiery spice known as Cayenne Pepper
A Healing Spice (Paprika) by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 17 August 2025
A post about the healing spice Paprika with its gorgeous colour that adds pop, spice and flavour to many a savoury dish
A post about the highly valued culinary and medicinal healing powers of Black Pepper
by Sue Cartwright 13 August 2025
A post about the highly valued culinary and medicinal healing powers of an exquisite spice once known as Black Gold
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Natural Health

The Wonders of Wild Food by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 10 November 2024
A post with wise words about the wonders of wild food and why foraging is worth it for a multitude of healthy benefits.
Foraging for Nature's Bounty by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 10 April 2024
A post about my wild food foraging experience so far, the background of foraging and why it's so good for our health
Going Organic is a Journey by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 15 March 2024
A post about what it takes to go safely and fully organic using Cleanse To Heal by Medical Medium's Anthony William as a guide.
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Spiritual Growth

The Joy of Living by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 14 May 2025
A post about being aware of things we love the most, experiencing life in the moment and living life to the full.
The Joy of Beginning by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 13 March 2025
The secret to experiencing life as a continuous flow of beginnings through the cultivation of Beginner’s Mind.
The Joy of Reciprocal Giving by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 24 November 2024
A post about how being in the flow of giving with love and being grateful for everything received brings joy to the heart.
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Moon Phases

A poem about the Full Harvest Moon and Blood Moon Eclispe
by Sue Cartwright 7 September 2025
A poem about the Full Harvest Moon when we celebrate all we have achieved and take in the energy of the Blood Moon
A poem about the energy of the New Harvest Moon in Virgo
by Sue Cartwright 23 August 2025
A poem about the fluid and calming energy of the New Harvest Moon influenced by the earthy grounding of Virgo
A poem oabout the spiritual meaning of the Full Sturgeon Moon and the impact of Aquarius on our rela
by Sue Cartwright 9 August 2025
A poem about the deep reflective energy of the Full Sturgeon Moon and the influece of Aquarius on our relationships
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Nature Insights

Reasons to Love Nature by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 5 June 2024
A post about the myriad of reasons we love, respect and appreciate Nature so much and why this is so important to us.
The Divine Nature of Animal Archetypes by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 9 May 2024
Endearing insights into the lives of treasured mentors who help us to navigate our inner wild
The True Story of the Lord of the Flies by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 28 April 2024
Debunking a work of fiction to replace it with a true story that speaks of the innate beauty, kindness and ingenuity of Human Nature.
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Nature Poems

A poem about a dream of swimming with Dolphins  and feeling the sense of freedom in the oceanic
by Sue Cartwright 26 July 2025
A poem about a dream of swimming with Dolphins and feeling the sense of freedom in the oceanic depths of inner peace
Live Life - A Poem by by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 17 May 2025
A poem about what it means to surrender to the Universe, connect with Mother Nature and live life to the full.
Ocean Whale - A  Poem by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 22 December 2024
A poem about the intelligence, grace and gentle nature of Whales who protect the balance of the oceans in their masterful way
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Holistic Learning

The Nature of Curiosity by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 10 February 2025
A post about the nature of curiosity and how it helps us to maintain an appetite for life, for learning and living well.
Learning to Grow with Mother Nature by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 2 October 2024
Nurturing and facilitating reciprocal relationships with Mother Nature from infancy through childhood and beyond
The Mayan Calendar and the Evolution of Consciousness by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 17 September 2024
A post about the Mayan Calendar and how consciousness has evolved to the level of Conscious Co-Creation which we are part of
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Healthy Recipes

Wild Garlic Pesto and Pecan Nuts - A Recipe by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 23 April 2025
A simple and easy way to enjoy the delicious and super-healthy benefits of Wild Garlic during the Spring season
Mediterranean Parsley and Pine Nut Pesto - A Recipe by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 25 March 2025
A simple recipe for an utterly delicious mini-meal packed with healthy and cleansing ingredients inspired by the Mediterranean
Sweet and Salty Crunchy Nut Biscuits - A Recipe by Sue Cartwright, Spiral Leaf
by Sue Cartwright 7 December 2024
A tried and tested recipe for baking delicious crunchy, sweet and salty biscuit made with nutritious ingredients
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Spiral Leaf - Quote


Those who contemplate the beauty of the Earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.


Rachel Carson