keywords: boundaries, empath

Poison Ivy is a controversial plant! If you’ve ever had a rash from this plant, you’ll know what I mean. But when we think about what poison ivy’s role in the forest is, it starts to make sense that this is the supreme plant for boundary work. Many people even give this plant the name “protector ivy”.

Do you find yourself always aware of how those around you are feeling, often unable to differentiate between your own mood and others? Do you feel exhausted after being in crowds? Do you have a pattern of giving so much to others that your own cup is left empty? If so, you likely have some boundary work to do.

Poison ivy is the ultimate ally for boundary work.

Poison ivy reminds us that having healthy boundaries is necessary for our well-being. How can we expect to do our work in the world if we feel depleted from constantly taking on everyone else’s stuff?

ingredients: essence of poison ivy in spring water + brandy