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The Trusted Relaxant
Ingredients:
Valerian Root (Valeriana Officinalis)*, Organic Grape Alcohol*, Source Water.
* organically cultivated
Valerian Root has been cherished in traditional herbal practice for its gentle ability to encourage restorative sleep, rest, relaxation, and a sense of inner calm. With its earthy aroma and deep-reaching roots, it is often associated with grounding, surrender, and the quiet wisdom of the body.
Growing modestly in shaded meadows and woodland edges, Valerian draws its strength from below the surface. Its thick roots and rhizomes reflect its character — steady, anchoring, and soothing to the system. Where tension, agitation, or nervous energy hold sway, Valerian invites the body and mind to soften, allowing release to flow through the muscles and the breath.
Energetically, Valerian embodies the descent into stillness — the movement from the thinking mind into the rooted self. It speaks to the part of us that longs for rest, for the quiet exhale after effort. In moments of overstimulation or sleeplessness, it teaches the value of pausing, of letting go, and of trusting the natural rhythms of restoration.
Psycho-spiritually, Valerian is a plant of earth and night — a companion for those who struggle to ground their energy or who resist the call to rest. It helps draw awareness downwards, reconnecting us with the body’s innate intelligence. In doing so, it nurtures a sense of safety, calm, and embodied presence, reminding us that peace often begins with the willingness to be still.
As the roots rest hidden in the dark soil, so too does Valerian remind us that much of our healing takes place in quiet and unseen places. It teaches that rest is not idleness, but restoration — the fertile ground from which clarity, resilience, and renewal may grow.
Key words:
Grounding, rest, surrender, stillness, release, rootedness, inner peace, balance, embodiment, deep rest, slowing down.
