183: Plant Witchery, Self Care & Spiritual Activism w/ Juliet Diaz

If you’re tired of buying crystals and candles in the name of self care, Juliet Diaz’s got your back. She shares how to treat self care as your birth right, ways to appreciate nature on a deeper level, and how to connect with yourself and your magic within. Juliet Diaz is an Indigenous Taino Cubana and spiritual activist. Descended from a long line of healers and Brujas, she’s the multiple bestselling author of Witchery, Plant Witchery, and The Altar Within. TIMESTAMPS 1:50 — Juliet’s lineage as a first generation Indigenous Bruja in America 6:36 — The harmful consequences of mainstream views of spirituality and witchcraft 11:14 — Reclaiming spirituality from the beauty & wellness industry 15:47 — Witchcraft, cultural appropriation, and owning your spiritual practice 20:04 — Daily rituals vs. a “ritualistic lifestyle”: Giving each part of life a purpose 25:56 — How to start appreciating nature, no matter where you live 43:50 — Juliet’s death experience: A journey of surrender and trust 59:07 — Life lessons to learn from struggling plants FIND JULIET ONLINE: Website Instagram: @iamjulietdiaz MENTIONED: Book: Witchery Book: Plant Witchery Book: The Altar Within Interview about intentional skincare with Vicky Tsai, founder of Tatcha Ephemeris | Get 15% off your talisman at ephemeris.co and use code TLL at checkout SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube LAVENDAIRE YouTube Instagram