I’ve gone back to school In August of 2012, I started in back in school. I am enrolled in an intensive 2 year program to become an Ayurveda Practitioner. What made me decide to do this? About 4-5 years ago I started having signs of perimenopause. I was gaining weight even with eating the same …
Welcome to Speak to the Earth, home of Tresa Laferty. This is a sacred (on-line) space where I will share my love of animals, medicinal aromatherapy and living a lifestyle inspired by nature and with the ancient teachings of Ayurveda. I welcome you to read through my posts, share the wisdom and post your comments. …
Leading up to the Winter Solstice and the weeks that follow, I have a ceremony that I do to help release the past 12 months and prepare and embrace the coming months. Near or on the Solstice, I reflect on the past 12 months of my life and identify all the things I experienced and …
I recently sat down and had a conversation with some grasses. When you are open to communicating with all of life, you are realize that all things are alive and all things can communicate – you just need to open to them. Here are some things the grasses shared: The parts nearer to the ground …
I recently spent a week near Sedona Arizona for a training class and self development session using Medicinal Essential Oils. The opening session of the 5 day training started in a beautiful teepee in the front yard nestled between loving pine trees. After the session, I was repeatedly drawn back to this magical place and …
Do you ever feel like you are alone in the world? Like you are this insignificant individual that can’t make a positive difference? Like you are totally “unconnected?” For many people, their daily lives are full to the brim. Rushing to get the kids off to school, going to work all day, rushing to …
Most of you know that I have chickens on my hobby farm. I’ve had the same set for about 6 years and love watching them do their chicken things. They roost in the barn at night but during the day, they have the freedom to get into whatever chickens get into. Usually, that is eating …
A rock, a river, a tree. This poem is so perfect for this New Year’s Eve. Dr. Angelou’s advice: we have crouched too long in the darkness. Let us rise up and seize the new day. Blessings to all Earth’s inhabitants for a glorious new day and the following year. http://youtu.be/HDtw62Ah2zY
I've been listening to some newer music lately and have been struck by the song by The Avett Brothers called "The Perfect Space". It talks about the need to be accepted as who we've become and not who we were. Looking for that Perfect Space to fit in and become the wonderful being we were …
As I wake up in beautiful Nebraska, I reflect on the first day of the trip. I am reminded of how beautiful this part of the country is and how much earth energy pours from the land. I love the area I live in Wisconsin. Beautiful sunrises, sunsets, lovely farms surrounded by lush crops and …