When we say “in practice,” we are speaking about more than our professional roles as herbalists, aromatherapists, clinicians, or the services we provide. Practice is also what happens in kitchens, on sidewalks, in group chats, at community meetings, and in the quiet moments when someone chooses to show up for another person. Practice is the daily work of living our values – not only when its easy, visible, or funded, but especially when it is not.

Our summer issue is full of wisdom, insights, and resources to support you and your practices. Inside, you’ll find:

Free Clinic Herbal Care Checklist
The Practitioner’s Toolkit
Medicine Making: Solstice St. John’s Wort
Book Review
The Art of Listening, De-Escalating, and Presence
Kids: A Plant’s Secret Perfume
And more!

We are grateful by how many contributions we received on the theme of In Practice – this is clearly a topic close to our collective heart. Each article is filled with wisdom, care, and inspiration that we know you will love. 

And exciting news: our advertising is growing, so please support these fine businesses. We encourage you to also advertise in future editions. This will help us sustain HWB programs while giving you the chance to reach thousands of readers in our community. Contributors with accepted articles will receive a free ¼ page ad. Don’t miss the Fall 2026 “Collaboration” issue – deadline on August 1 – details are in the magazine!