There are a couple of things that I want to say here. First, I can’t imagine the difficulties and challenges that you face with your illness and I appreciate you sharing with your viewers a glimpse of that part of yourself. Second, I have been a practicing green witch for over almost 35 years, and just want to say, that I love to see the younger generation’s fresh new take on the different ways that they practice. You have created for yourself a gentle and beautiful pathway. Third, I really enjoy your videos; absolutely gorgeous, calming, and I can tell you are putting your heart and soul into these videos. Keep it up girl, you are doing fabulous. Blessed Be. ❤️
As a new green witch (I've only been practicing for about six months), I love your comment. Annie is amazing and is one of my prominent influences in pursuing this path. I admire your experience, and, if I may ask, what inspired you to choose the path of the green witch almost 35 years ago? Blessed be!
@@Ayat_AliI listen to her shows. Plenty of info there and A Calmness thats magnetic. I JUST became a witch Myself. I m a 40 yr Xchristian and just find this.way of life FITTING for.me. Loving Earth, Mushroom Foraging, gathering edibles from nature and Creating Sustanance from them.. Its The closeness To the Earth that draws me
Seeing another witch with Ehlers-Danlos talking, even a little bit, about the challenges of shared food and dislocations got me emotional. I so rarely see other people who live this way. It's an illness that excels at making you feel isolated, and this made me feel very seen and understood. So much love and support to you 🖤
I personally do not have Ehler's Danlos. I have the illness Endometriosis though and I understand how isolating having an illness can be. I am currently a "baby witch" or a beginner in witchcraft. I'm glad this made you feel seen and heard. 💗
I am also a witch with ehlers Danlos and my gp is progressing everyday. It feels good to be reminded I'm not alone because in the world outside of the internet I was by myself.
I dont struggle withthe same disorder as you but as someone who has struggled with anorexia and now has IBS, I completely relate to the inability to experience food the same way others do. the feeling of sitting at a table and not being able to join in with the festivities is a horrible one. thank you for having your struggle because I'm sure you have helped many people. I also wanted to say that I'm sorry if you've recieved any judgement for not being vegan. I'm fortunate enough that I can be vegan but I know that it really is not a suitable diet for everyone and should not be forced onto others. I'm glad you've found a way to interact and work with food that brings you joy and is healthy for you. I was I introduced to you by a friend because I'm curious about witchcraft and I absolutely adore your channel, you have such a calming energy and are so passionate and dedicated to your practice. thank you for sharing all this knowledge !
Speaking of "beautiful", has anybody else noticed that witches tend to look YEARS younger than they actually are as contrasted to the general population?
Out of all the other Witchy TH-camrs I've watched, you're my favourite. Your lifestyle was something I've always wanted to live before I've learned about the Magick part. Your videos are very relaxing and informative, and I find that I take your words to heart, so thank you for living the life you enjoy.
your films bring all the hygge, cozy vibes! I left my fast, hustling life in NYC to move to the French countryside a few years ago and now create slow living films of my life in France. I started my channel a month ago and was so inspired by your channel and Fairyland Cottage! We need more wholesome artistry on youtube :) Thank you for sharing your light with us.
Oh that sounds interesting -i will have to check you out! I'm a big fairyland cottage fan too and I also just moved back to the countryside and started my channel 😆
I am a student naturopath and herbalist with a chronic illness which has been really isolating, so your videos are providing me with so much comfort, joy and inspiration. Thank you!
I HAVE A FEEDING TUBE TOO!!! I actually have two, one in my stomach and one in my small intestine. I KNEW there was a reason I felt drawn to your videos!! You go girl!!
It's incredible, how I "met" your channel just when I was strongly feeling that I need to find a way to live more in the present, with intention/intuition and generally more true to myself and in my own pace. Thank you for everything you do!
I have Ehlers Danlos and GP as well - thank you for sharing how it affects you and your practice. Im kinda just starting out figuring out my path in witchcraft and seeing others living with what i live with makes me feel more at home. Thank you
I love how calming this video is, you're really inspiring me to live a more "green" life in small ways. Also, thank you for sharing your experience about your condition. I like how you shared that you still try to share in meals with others despite your condition. I've never heard of it before, but I can vaguely relate as I have a condition that makes my bowels reject a lot of food groups that other people can eat. Sometimes it is hard to share meals with others because there are a lot of things that hurt me and are present in many foods. Hearing your experience put that into perspective for me but also gave me ideas on how I can still enjoy meals with others that I may not be able to eat myself. Thank you! Blessed be! Edit: a word
I appreciate your level headed grasp of witchcraft. Not a common thing to find online. Most channels are a lot of teenage "witches" playing at being experts. I can hear your conviction for practicing the craft in your voice. Blessed be!
I’m so glad that I found you up here. Life’s challenges aren’t preventing you from helping others. May you feel well, and continue your path with this contagious energy that pulls so many to you. You are a blessing and a bright light.
You are an amazing, courageous, authentic, creative, inspiring lady and I am so happy to have "met" you online, through a very dear friend. Thank you so much for all you share, wonderful! With love and blessings, Susan XXX
You’ve put a lot of things into perspective for me, with irritable bowel syndrome and a strict low fodmap diet I have to stick to to function “normally” without any symptoms. Your optimism and faith is inspiring and I love that you found a way to, to a degree, take part in social activities revolving around food through making it, despite not being able to eat it.
I have Crohn's disease and I completely understand the whole my stomach sucks at it's job thing. I'm sorry you're having to deal with such a difficult disease. Thank you for sharing.
New fan for life here! ❤ Thank you so much for sharing and being real. You are an amazing and inspiring human. Now I’m going to go check out herbalist school! I had no idea they existed. ❤
...And she plays Skyrim, too. *Girl crush* I can imagine you as the sort of player who has to stop and harvest each herb you pass. You should try the Dragonage series, as well. ;) On another note, every one of your videos is an essential dose of peacefulness for me, thank you for sharing so much of yourself with all of us. xox
Wow Annie I've recently discovered you & I'm in absolute awe of you. You've arrived at a perfect time for me. What a beautiful soul you are. Your art is absolutely stunning. And the messages you share nourish everyone they reach. You have quickly become an important part of my calming rituals to help me manage my anxiety & wet my fix of nature, witchy ways & see reminded that truly lovely, authentic people exist. Your voice & energy really soothes my soul. I'm so sorry for all your struggles you have faced. Thank you for sharing your truth & ring courageously vulnerable. You have created a safe space here & I applaud you for how you've risen up, reclaimed your life & cultivated your magical powers to not only benefit yourself but all of us too. Your followers seem so lovely from the messages I've seen. Thank you for the gifts you share! I can't wait to follow & support your journey from here. Sending love & light to you 💖
I want to call you "Honey". Please know it is not coming from a patronizing place, but from a loving one. SO, Honey, Thank you so much for your beautiful transparency and your lovely offerings on both of your channel's. What you just shared with us was powerful, and you did it without any projection or attachment to the victim archetype. Not a small thing. You are so wise beyond your years. I am a green/hedge/kitchen witch, and an herbalist - both for over 30 years (and in many ways, even since I was a young child). I follow less and less dogma (none, really) as I begin to step into my crone years, but I still love a simple, alive, moment-to-moment practice. It has all become a very creative and present moment way of life. And I love watching your videos! They delight my inner child and inspire me to play. How lovely to connect with so many more sisters. Sending much healing light to your very strong body/mind/spirit. Many blessings, Amara
I know that you've moved away from speaking about your chronic illness in more recent videos, and I completely respect that. I just wanted to thank you for sharing what you have with us about your EDS. I followed you for your witchy teachings and vibe, but I have seriously appreciated the guidance, as someone newly diagnosed with hEDS. My ring splints have helped with subluxations and pain, and I have begun trying to manage my symptoms with the help of herbal allies. Many thanks and well wishes! Can't wait for your next videos.
I have just had a significant whole body feeling of warmth and connection that I am on the right path. Once you mentioned your EDS... I also have hEDS. The sign was significant. 💛
What a fabulous Q & A! It was nice to get to learn a bit about you 💕 Q: Do you live in your cottage alone, or with family? Q: Would you ever do a cottage tour? Thanks for sharing your gifts with us 💕
I live in a pretty urban area, so honestly, my favorite part of Skyrim and Oblivion is just traveling aimlessly across fields and mountains as soft ambient music plays in the background. Such a good way to unwind and de-stress. I'm really glad to have found your videos as well.🌼
Annabel, you are truly very courageous. ❤️ It's so inspiring to see you overcome so many obstacles in your life and still be so calm and peaceful. 👍 Keep up the good work. ✔️💟💕🌟💯♾️💛
your answer about paths is so spot on! ive been doing witchcraft for several years and i still cant, and dont think i could ever choose one specific realm to work in.
I feel a lot of anxiety going into witch craft especially since growing up in the church. Let alone so many people I’d be afraid to scare away by being into this but it’s I’ve always been curious.
I find watching your TH-cam is super comforting. I am a baby witch so to speak and I absolutely love how you break everything down super simple. Thank you so much!
I can't imagine the suffering you experience from your illness. You are strong and brave! Thank you for honoring us by sharing that intimate part of your life. And - yay for Skyrim! lol love that someone asked about that
The insight into your soul, your spirit, your heart, your story...I’m inspired and moved by your journey and I just wanted to share that! Excited to keep learning and following! Blessings to you always!
I have always been curious but raised Baptist and Methodist. I was finding myself in a crisis of ‘faith’ in the mid-‘80s and cried out in my mind “if there really is a God, just give me a sign.” After a while I realized I was getting an answer form the trees around me, “We’ve always been right here.” So, Druid? I quickly resolved to take a serious look into witchcraft, which I have always been interested in. This finally felt like “home.”
Ohh thank you for this! I am a relatively new follower of your peaceful, very informative, videos, and have wondered a few of these things myself. Sweetheart I want to tell you I love you for the quiet sweet spirit you are. I am sorry you've got so much to deal with, physically. Glad you've got it all handled beautifully. I've been through one stroke and have a pof in my heart, so I'm on blood thinners forever. I'm just beginning my herbal journey. I feel like it would help a ton with my mental state and keeping busy, to begin making natural remedies. Thank you for this information. Blessing, Shan.
Beautiful! Thank you for your calming presence and willingness to share your life and practices with all of us. I would love to see more Q&As in the future!
Ty for your story. I'm sitting here in the dumps with chronic pain and I'm watching you with such grace and positive attitude about your condition that it makes me want to do better about my attitude. We each have our hurdles but we're not defined by them right?! Was vegan for 5 years until I found out I was pernicious anemic so don't feel bad or have to justify to critics. You're doing whats best for YOU!
I enjoy your gentle approach. Thank you for sharing your personal health challenges. I learned something new today. I look forward to discovering more about your channel. 💞
What a lovely video - it felt so nice getting to know you a little better through this q&a and I’m so grateful to be able to enjoy some quiet time with you via this platform. Keep up the beautiful work!
I love how you manage and stay positive despite the condition.. I suffer from herniated disk and the emotional/mental part was the most difficult. But spiritualism made me see it in a different light and that is what I see in you. I love that you are open with it ❤️❤️
Really nicely done video! I think you did a really good job in touching on your food matters, just the right level of depth. Not an easy topic to know how much or how little to say when mentioning it, so congratulations on hitting just the right sweet spot!
I love your videos anyway ❤ but I wasn't expecting to be so moved by the question and answer about food. I don't think people appreciate how vulnerable a topic this must be for some to discuss and I'm glad you were able to do that in such an open, honest way 🌺🌹🌻
I also have dislocation problems with my left shoulder it sucks but it's life you truly are an inspiration to so many people how you've been through so much but still continue to smile you're amazing and I love all you're videos
I have hEDS too! I don't have a tube but I do have an ileostomy. It was really... validating to see another person with a medical intervention who I admire for making great, relaxing videos which I turn to in my dark times. Thank you!
Thank you so much for all your videos 💕 Love and appreciate them all so much 💕 I have a rare chronic illness as well but luckily somewhat manageable. I cannot imagine the difficulties you're going through. I wish you love, light and strength always ✨🙏
Thank you for sharing your personal self with us. I myself have an auto immune disease that causes lots of gastric and arthritis issue. I had it all my life so, I understand the roller coaster of the good and bad days and weirdness you mentioned. It’s great to see someone so vibrant and full of love, that I’m sure struggles to maintain on a regular basis.
This video made me very happy. This is because you're one of the few content creators I watch frequently with Jessica Kellegren Fozard also being one and knowing you have ehlers danlos just like me honestly makes me feel so happy. I've always looked up to your lifestyle. To know that you handle somewhat of the same struggles I do just makes me feel more hopeful that one day I'll be able to achieve that type of lifestyle.
I have advanced rheumatoid disease and i have gastroparesis too. I got sick at 14 and im 35 now so its been a long road. Its very hard bc i feel the same way about food. I love to cook and create and inject love and magic into my meals for my family. Even though i cant eat it. I just want to take a moment to let you know that someone understands. All my love and support. 💙
This was a beautiful video, thank you for sharing your Q and A here on youtube. I am a vegan but everything that you said I completely understand and agree with. You are doing what you need to do in your life, which is perfectly fine. Also, you are incredibly lucky your parents and family supported you when they found out you are a witch. I am a secular Zen Buddhist and when my family found out I was ridiculed, bullied and ignored as if I didn't even exist. It was a difficult thing to go through, but I became stronger and learned a lot through all that. It makes me happy to hear other families are more supportive though.
I know this video is older but your videos are a kind of “comfort show” for me. I watch them all the time. I recently went though a pretty hard time and I didn’t work for a year... I have a job interview this week. It’s not the big fancy career I was doing before I had to quit working but... it’s a part time job at a retail store to start getting me back around people. Seeing how awesome you are and how calm you are has helped me more than you know. I’m chaotic and anxious a lot and learning how to stop and breathe through your videos as an inspiration has really helped. At least to us, you make the things you go through seem like learning experiences and just that method of dealing and that way of thinking really is valuable. I’ve identified as a witch for 11 years but I’ve never had the ability to focus and breathe and ground myself. Idk if you ever feel exhausted from what you do (even though I’m sure you love it) but I wanted to let you know how much you’ve changed my life. I know that sounds corny but I’m serious. I’m really nervous about this week and being around the world again but I’m being more positive and I’m sure I’ll be okay. Thanks for teaching me how to be better, even if you didn’t know you did.
Dear Annabel, I started watching your videos only about 2 -3 days ago. This is your other channel. This was the first video I watched in this channel. I just want to say that I really love your honesty and truthfulness. These are some of the very few incredibly fascinating qualities a human being can possess. Thank you for your kindness and love. I can really feel it. I want to wish you all the very best. May you be truely well and happy :)
Baby witch here. Leaning into green witchery because I've always been into nature worship and even follow the ideals of Cernunnos, the Stag Lord. Your videos calm me and make me see that my progress in self-discovery, no matter how small right now, is something worth working towards. Thank you for being here! Love from the Philippines!
My father-in-law, a close friend, and a co-worker all have Ehlers-Danlos, so I'm sending a lot of love and light your way. Thank you so much for sharing.
I just found your channel and am in loooove! Your calm with your warm voice and lovely aesthetic have been the start and end to my days. Room/alter tour pleeease💚
Lovely Annie! I just found your channel and you are such a beautiful being! I’m a Chestnut graduate too💚 Juliet’s teaching changed my life! I’m now studying with Sajah Popham from the School of evolutionary herbalism. Amazing stuff! They do an herbal alchemy course you’d probably LOVE! Much love fellow green witch! I look forward to more of your videos🥰
I loved this! I didn’t get to ask a question on time, but I’m absolutely in love with the chalice cup you’ve planted in, I’m dying to see it close up and know what you’ve planted in it. 💕
watching this video was lovely. You have such a lovely warm, calm and kind aura. Keep doing what you are doing. I had a good friend with EDS who sadly passed away. She was just as lovely and strong as you! I have another friend who also has it. Thank you for being so open. I know it's not easy. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos!
Thank you for sharing all of this. I have many food sensitivity’s and It’s hard for me a lot of the time for the same reasons you mentioned. You sharing your story made feel so thankful that I can still have so many things so thank you for sharing such a personal part of your life.
I just discovered you Annie! Your home is so very beautiful and welcoming. You have a kind,gentle nurturing energy. Thank you for your lovely videos . Blessed Be ps I love Henry and your puppy.
Greetings from Asia's south east. I've been watching some of your videos for a few weeks now. I really like the natural aspect in this channel. And I really like the music too. I don't know if I can make the recipes you're generously sharing, because kitchen and me aren't really good buddies. But, it's always good to know new recipes. Who knows, I could make one one day. Anyway, thank you for doing what you're doing. I hope you have a lovely day, too.
Just one more spoonie (chronic illness) voice chiming in to tell you that your choices are valid. No one should shame you for your food choices and no one should assume to know your particular circumstances. Love and Light.
The fact that I came to TH-cam this morning and saw a video update from you, that just made my whole day. I love you channel and you make my witch heart happy. I'm glad you address the fact that your path is ever changing because I have often felt that way as well and I have a weird mind set when it come to religions (mostly from Christian family guilt) and I'm slowly over coming it but listening to this video helped me a lot
This video was so cozy and relaxing, thank you for letting us in a little bit more into your life! If you just gave me the impression you were one before, now I am fully convinced you are an angel on earth. Your calm energy is healing, so thank you. Sending love and light✨🙏
Thank you for this video, I had another bad therapy session today, I'm even thinking of quitting and finding a new therapist and the stress of that idea has been gnawing at me. It's lovely to sit and watch this video and feel like I'm safe again
This is only the second video I have seen on your channel. I am love with your channel! How sweet of you to let us get to know a little more about you. I admire your positive attitude about your health. I’m in my early sixties and am on a strict diet due to a form of arthritis that is not common. My son is on dialysis for his kidneys and has to be on a strict diet opposite of mine. Cooking in my home can be challenge at times. Thank you for this Qand A video. I have always been interested in herbs and their healing powers. Your doggies are cute. My son and I send you love and hugs!
There are a couple of things that I want to say here. First, I can’t imagine the difficulties and challenges that you face with your illness and I appreciate you sharing with your viewers a glimpse of that part of yourself. Second, I have been a practicing green witch for over almost 35 years, and just want to say, that I love to see the younger generation’s fresh new take on the different ways that they practice. You have created for yourself a gentle and beautiful pathway. Third, I really enjoy your videos; absolutely gorgeous, calming, and I can tell you are putting your heart and soul into these videos. Keep it up girl, you are doing fabulous. Blessed Be. ❤️
Hi, I am a newbie to witchcraft andi ws just wondering if you had any tips or helpful information :)))
As a new green witch (I've only been practicing for about six months), I love your comment. Annie is amazing and is one of my prominent influences in pursuing this path. I admire your experience, and, if I may ask, what inspired you to choose the path of the green witch almost 35 years ago? Blessed be!
I m a 60 yr old X chriistian and I found u recently. And i ll.say I Really Like U and I will listen and Send Positive Health vibes Your way 💌
@@Ayat_AliI listen to her shows. Plenty of info there and A Calmness thats magnetic. I JUST became a witch Myself. I m a 40 yr Xchristian and just find this.way of life FITTING for.me. Loving Earth, Mushroom Foraging, gathering edibles from nature and Creating Sustanance from them.. Its The closeness To the Earth that draws me
I have a TBI...Would praciticing Slavic Sorcery be difficult for me ?
Seeing another witch with Ehlers-Danlos talking, even a little bit, about the challenges of shared food and dislocations got me emotional. I so rarely see other people who live this way. It's an illness that excels at making you feel isolated, and this made me feel very seen and understood. So much love and support to you 🖤
Same. I’m a fellow zebra and practitioner.
Also a fellow zebra witch here. I feel the same.
I personally do not have Ehler's Danlos. I have the illness Endometriosis though and I understand how isolating having an illness can be. I am currently a "baby witch" or a beginner in witchcraft. I'm glad this made you feel seen and heard. 💗
Same here. Yep eds makes you solitary. Only severly injured or other chronically ill people get it.
I am also a witch with ehlers Danlos and my gp is progressing everyday. It feels good to be reminded I'm not alone because in the world outside of the internet I was by myself.
You have such a softness about your energy! Very much like grass swaying in the wind 🤍
Aww 💗 yes that describes her perfectly
Andrea Cathalina indeed!
Came here for spells and potions and found an inspirational, humble idol.
We love our humble queen❤️😔✌️
I dont struggle withthe same disorder as you but as someone who has struggled with anorexia and now has IBS, I completely relate to the inability to experience food the same way others do. the feeling of sitting at a table and not being able to join in with the festivities is a horrible one. thank you for having your struggle because I'm sure you have helped many people.
I also wanted to say that I'm sorry if you've recieved any judgement for not being vegan. I'm fortunate enough that I can be vegan but I know that it really is not a suitable diet for everyone and should not be forced onto others. I'm glad you've found a way to interact and work with food that brings you joy and is healthy for you.
I was I introduced to you by a friend because I'm curious about witchcraft and I absolutely adore your channel, you have such a calming energy and are so passionate and dedicated to your practice. thank you for sharing all this knowledge !
Could you do a video showing us how you make your clothes? They're so beautiful!!
Yeah please
Oh yeay thats a good idea 🤗
Speaking of "beautiful", has anybody else noticed that witches tend to look YEARS younger than they actually are as contrasted to the general population?
@@DarkArachnid666 and people of colour.
Yes please show us your wardrobe!
Out of all the other Witchy TH-camrs I've watched, you're my favourite. Your lifestyle was something I've always wanted to live before I've learned about the Magick part. Your videos are very relaxing and informative, and I find that I take your words to heart, so thank you for living the life you enjoy.
your films bring all the hygge, cozy vibes! I left my fast, hustling life in NYC to move to the French countryside a few years ago and now create slow living films of my life in France. I started my channel a month ago and was so inspired by your channel and Fairyland Cottage! We need more wholesome artistry on youtube :) Thank you for sharing your light with us.
You might check out Girl in Calico, she has a beautiful channel too.
@@janreichard3324 LOVE Girl in Calico! Just discovered her a few weeks ago!
Oh that sounds interesting -i will have to check you out! I'm a big fairyland cottage fan too and I also just moved back to the countryside and started my channel 😆
@@Thewitchescookery how wonderful!! LOVE your channel! My husband also loves your channel as well!
i can’t wait till i move out to london to study and then settle in the british countryside
I am a student naturopath and herbalist with a chronic illness which has been really isolating, so your videos are providing me with so much comfort, joy and inspiration. Thank you!
Your answer about making the food in order to be part of the communal experience was so beautiful ❤
Blessed be, Bex!
@@gabrielleangelica1977 ☺️✌️💚 BB
I HAVE A FEEDING TUBE TOO!!! I actually have two, one in my stomach and one in my small intestine. I KNEW there was a reason I felt drawn to your videos!! You go girl!!
She mentions Skyrim:
Attentive listening with happy squeals
praise talos !
@@angesoie May the nine watch over you
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What is skyrim?
@@nisshah7050 A video game
It's incredible, how I "met" your channel just when I was strongly feeling that I need to find a way to live more in the present, with intention/intuition and generally more true to myself and in my own pace. Thank you for everything you do!
I have Ehlers Danlos and GP as well - thank you for sharing how it affects you and your practice. Im kinda just starting out figuring out my path in witchcraft and seeing others living with what i live with makes me feel more at home. Thank you
The vocabulary this woman uses is so uplifting and makes me want to learn more about what comes up on my own path in life
I love how calming this video is, you're really inspiring me to live a more "green" life in small ways.
Also, thank you for sharing your experience about your condition. I like how you shared that you still try to share in meals with others despite your condition. I've never heard of it before, but I can vaguely relate as I have a condition that makes my bowels reject a lot of food groups that other people can eat. Sometimes it is hard to share meals with others because there are a lot of things that hurt me and are present in many foods. Hearing your experience put that into perspective for me but also gave me ideas on how I can still enjoy meals with others that I may not be able to eat myself. Thank you! Blessed be!
Edit: a word
I appreciate your level headed grasp of witchcraft. Not a common thing to find online. Most channels are a lot of teenage "witches" playing at being experts. I can hear your conviction for practicing the craft in your voice. Blessed be!
I’m so glad that I found you up here. Life’s challenges aren’t preventing you from helping others. May you feel well, and continue your path with this contagious energy that pulls so many to you. You are a blessing and a bright light.
You are an amazing, courageous, authentic, creative, inspiring lady and I am so happy to have "met" you online, through a very dear friend. Thank you so much for all you share, wonderful! With love and blessings, Susan XXX
I must say that your condition and story about it really broke my heart. You're amazing, and I respect you for being you despite it!
You’ve put a lot of things into perspective for me, with irritable bowel syndrome and a strict low fodmap diet I have to stick to to function “normally” without any symptoms. Your optimism and faith is inspiring and I love that you found a way to, to a degree, take part in social activities revolving around food through making it, despite not being able to eat it.
I have Crohn's disease and I completely understand the whole my stomach sucks at it's job thing. I'm sorry you're having to deal with such a difficult disease. Thank you for sharing.
New fan for life here! ❤ Thank you so much for sharing and being real. You are an amazing and inspiring human. Now I’m going to go check out herbalist school! I had no idea they existed. ❤
...And she plays Skyrim, too. *Girl crush* I can imagine you as the sort of player who has to stop and harvest each herb you pass. You should try the Dragonage series, as well. ;)
On another note, every one of your videos is an essential dose of peacefulness for me, thank you for sharing so much of yourself with all of us. xox
I will eat double for you... omg. I cant imagen not being able to eat food! It's a little heart breaking. You deal with it so gracefully
Wow Annie I've recently discovered you & I'm in absolute awe of you. You've arrived at a perfect time for me. What a beautiful soul you are. Your art is absolutely stunning. And the messages you share nourish everyone they reach. You have quickly become an important part of my calming rituals to help me manage my anxiety & wet my fix of nature, witchy ways & see reminded that truly lovely, authentic people exist. Your voice & energy really soothes my soul. I'm so sorry for all your struggles you have faced. Thank you for sharing your truth & ring courageously vulnerable. You have created a safe space here & I applaud you for how you've risen up, reclaimed your life & cultivated your magical powers to not only benefit yourself but all of us too. Your followers seem so lovely from the messages I've seen. Thank you for the gifts you share! I can't wait to follow & support your journey from here. Sending love & light to you 💖
I’m so sorry about your illness. Sending all the love and good vibes to you💖✨✨✨✨✨
I want to call you "Honey". Please know it is not coming from a patronizing place, but from a loving one. SO, Honey, Thank you so much for your beautiful transparency and your lovely offerings on both of your channel's. What you just shared with us was powerful, and you did it without any projection or attachment to the victim archetype. Not a small thing. You are so wise beyond your years. I am a green/hedge/kitchen witch, and an herbalist - both for over 30 years (and in many ways, even since I was a young child). I follow less and less dogma (none, really) as I begin to step into my crone years, but I still love a simple, alive, moment-to-moment practice. It has all become a very creative and present moment way of life. And I love watching your videos! They delight my inner child and inspire me to play. How lovely to connect with so many more sisters. Sending much healing light to your very strong body/mind/spirit. Many blessings, Amara
You have such a beautiful energy! I'm honestly so touched simply by your existence on this Earth. Thank you for coming down here!
I know that you've moved away from speaking about your chronic illness
in more recent videos, and I completely respect that. I just wanted to
thank you for sharing what you have with us about your EDS. I followed
you for your witchy teachings and vibe, but I have seriously appreciated
the guidance, as someone newly diagnosed with hEDS. My ring splints
have helped with subluxations and pain, and I have begun trying to
manage my symptoms with the help of herbal allies. Many thanks and well
wishes! Can't wait for your next videos.
I have just had a significant whole body feeling of warmth and connection that I am on the right path. Once you mentioned your EDS... I also have hEDS. The sign was significant. 💛
What a fabulous Q & A!
It was nice to get to learn a bit about you 💕
Q: Do you live in your cottage alone, or with family?
Q: Would you ever do a cottage tour?
Thanks for sharing your gifts with us 💕
I live in a pretty urban area, so honestly, my favorite part of Skyrim and Oblivion is just traveling aimlessly across fields and mountains as soft ambient music plays in the background. Such a good way to unwind and de-stress. I'm really glad to have found your videos as well.🌼
Annabel, you are truly very courageous. ❤️ It's so inspiring to see you overcome so many obstacles in your life and still be so calm and peaceful. 👍 Keep up the good work. ✔️💟💕🌟💯♾️💛
You are a remarkable human being with such gentleness and fortitude. Thank you for putting yourself out there.
I am so sorry about that. I love your video by the way, and i love how you tell little practices in your craft as well !
the video: *calm and very cozy*
me when i see the upload: *s c r e a m i n g i n 5 d i f f e r e n t l a n g u a g e s*
your answer about paths is so spot on! ive been doing witchcraft for several years and i still cant, and dont think i could ever choose one specific realm to work in.
I feel a lot of anxiety going into witch craft especially since growing up in the church. Let alone so many people I’d be afraid to scare away by being into this but it’s I’ve always been curious.
I find watching your TH-cam is super comforting. I am a baby witch so to speak and I absolutely love how you break everything down super simple. Thank you so much!
I can't imagine the suffering you experience from your illness. You are strong and brave! Thank you for honoring us by sharing that intimate part of your life. And - yay for Skyrim! lol love that someone asked about that
I am binge watching your videos today... I need their peace and serenity❤,thank you
The insight into your soul, your spirit, your heart, your story...I’m inspired and moved by your journey and I just wanted to share that! Excited to keep learning and following! Blessings to you always!
I do love the natural light in your videos! It’s a much warmer vibe!
I have always been curious but raised Baptist and Methodist. I was finding myself in a crisis of ‘faith’ in the mid-‘80s and cried out in my mind “if there really is a God, just give me a sign.” After a while I realized I was getting an answer form the trees around me, “We’ve always been right here.”
So, Druid? I quickly resolved to take a serious look into witchcraft, which I have always been interested in. This finally felt like “home.”
Ohh thank you for this! I am a relatively new follower of your peaceful, very informative, videos, and have wondered a few of these things myself. Sweetheart I want to tell you I love you for the quiet sweet spirit you are. I am sorry you've got so much to deal with, physically. Glad you've got it all handled beautifully. I've been through one stroke and have a pof in my heart, so I'm on blood thinners forever. I'm just beginning my herbal journey. I feel like it would help a ton with my mental state and keeping busy, to begin making natural remedies. Thank you for this information. Blessing, Shan.
Beautiful! Thank you for your calming presence and willingness to share your life and practices with all of us. I would love to see more Q&As in the future!
I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome too! thank you for sharing that with us.
Ty for your story. I'm sitting here in the dumps with chronic pain and I'm watching you with such grace and positive attitude about your condition that it makes me want to do better about my attitude. We each have our hurdles but we're not defined by them right?! Was vegan for 5 years until I found out I was pernicious anemic so don't feel bad or have to justify to critics. You're doing whats best for YOU!
I enjoy your gentle approach. Thank you for sharing your personal health challenges. I learned something new today. I look forward to discovering more about your channel. 💞
What a lovely video - it felt so nice getting to know you a little better through this q&a and I’m so grateful to be able to enjoy some quiet time with you via this platform. Keep up the beautiful work!
I just love watching videos about witches and witchcraft I feel a sense of peace and calm and happiness .
Awe that is beautiful how you look at your struggles, and make them your own powers
I love how you manage and stay positive despite the condition.. I suffer from herniated disk and the emotional/mental part was the most difficult. But spiritualism made me see it in a different light and that is what I see in you. I love that you are open with it ❤️❤️
As someone who works in the game design industry, hearing you gush about skyrim (even though I didnt work on that game) it made me smile.
I think you're voice is just so relaxing and everything about you're videos is just so relaxing and they also very helpful at least to me
Really nicely done video! I think you did a really good job in touching on your food matters, just the right level of depth. Not an easy topic to know how much or how little to say when mentioning it, so congratulations on hitting just the right sweet spot!
A beautiful video, you have given me much to think about, regarding reconnection to the land and life ❤️🙏❤️
Thank you for sharing! Especially about your Mic-key! My kiddo got excited to see a grown up who has one. 🥰🥰
Hey there! I too have EDS too. I've found that regularly consuming peppermint and ginger for my stomach issues helps. You're definitely not alone. 💚
I love your videos anyway ❤ but I wasn't expecting to be so moved by the question and answer about food. I don't think people appreciate how vulnerable a topic this must be for some to discuss and I'm glad you were able to do that in such an open, honest way 🌺🌹🌻
I also have dislocation problems with my left shoulder it sucks but it's life you truly are an inspiration to so many people how you've been through so much but still continue to smile you're amazing and I love all you're videos
I have hEDS too! I don't have a tube but I do have an ileostomy. It was really... validating to see another person with a medical intervention who I admire for making great, relaxing videos which I turn to in my dark times. Thank you!
I love the calming atmosphere you bring to my day while watching your videos, thank you!! 💚🌱
Thank you so much for all your videos 💕
Love and appreciate them all so much 💕
I have a rare chronic illness as well but luckily somewhat manageable.
I cannot imagine the difficulties you're going through.
I wish you love, light and strength always ✨🙏
A little bit of everything. Just perfect. Thank you for your peaceful light and for sharing it with all of us. 💜
Thank you for sharing your personal self with us. I myself have an auto immune disease that causes lots of gastric and arthritis issue. I had it all my life so, I understand the roller coaster of the good and bad days and weirdness you mentioned. It’s great to see someone so vibrant and full of love, that I’m sure struggles to maintain on a regular basis.
Who would've thought that being a witch could be such a beautiful thing. It seems so peaceful ❤
My sister has the same set up for her button. And the exact same feeding pump. It's so cool to see other people that have similar things.
This video made me very happy. This is because you're one of the few content creators I watch frequently with Jessica Kellegren Fozard also being one and knowing you have ehlers danlos just like me honestly makes me feel so happy. I've always looked up to your lifestyle. To know that you handle somewhat of the same struggles I do just makes me feel more hopeful that one day I'll be able to achieve that type of lifestyle.
I have advanced rheumatoid disease and i have gastroparesis too. I got sick at 14 and im 35 now so its been a long road. Its very hard bc i feel the same way about food. I love to cook and create and inject love and magic into my meals for my family. Even though i cant eat it. I just want to take a moment to let you know that someone understands. All my love and support. 💙
This was a beautiful video, thank you for sharing your Q and A here on youtube. I am a vegan but everything that you said I completely understand and agree with. You are doing what you need to do in your life, which is perfectly fine. Also, you are incredibly lucky your parents and family supported you when they found out you are a witch. I am a secular Zen Buddhist and when my family found out I was ridiculed, bullied and ignored as if I didn't even exist. It was a difficult thing to go through, but I became stronger and learned a lot through all that. It makes me happy to hear other families are more supportive though.
I know this video is older but your videos are a kind of “comfort show” for me. I watch them all the time. I recently went though a pretty hard time and I didn’t work for a year... I have a job interview this week. It’s not the big fancy career I was doing before I had to quit working but... it’s a part time job at a retail store to start getting me back around people.
Seeing how awesome you are and how calm you are has helped me more than you know. I’m chaotic and anxious a lot and learning how to stop and breathe through your videos as an inspiration has really helped. At least to us, you make the things you go through seem like learning experiences and just that method of dealing and that way of thinking really is valuable. I’ve identified as a witch for 11 years but I’ve never had the ability to focus and breathe and ground myself.
Idk if you ever feel exhausted from what you do (even though I’m sure you love it) but I wanted to let you know how much you’ve changed my life. I know that sounds corny but I’m serious.
I’m really nervous about this week and being around the world again but I’m being more positive and I’m sure I’ll be okay. Thanks for teaching me how to be better, even if you didn’t know you did.
Another lovely video! Would love any q&a or anything else. It is truly the highlight of my day when you post a new video. 🌸🌹🌺🌷🌻
Dear Annabel, I started watching your videos only about 2 -3 days ago. This is your other channel. This was the first video I watched in this channel. I just want to say that I really love your honesty and truthfulness. These are some of the very few incredibly fascinating qualities a human being can possess. Thank you for your kindness and love. I can really feel it. I want to wish you all the very best. May you be truely well and happy :)
Baby witch here. Leaning into green witchery because I've always been into nature worship and even follow the ideals of Cernunnos, the Stag Lord. Your videos calm me and make me see that my progress in self-discovery, no matter how small right now, is something worth working towards. Thank you for being here! Love from the Philippines!
My father-in-law, a close friend, and a co-worker all have Ehlers-Danlos, so I'm sending a lot of love and light your way. Thank you so much for sharing.
I just found your channel and am in loooove! Your calm with your warm voice and lovely aesthetic have been the start and end to my days. Room/alter tour pleeease💚
Lovely Annie! I just found your channel and you are such a beautiful being! I’m a Chestnut graduate too💚 Juliet’s teaching changed my life! I’m now studying with Sajah Popham from the School of evolutionary herbalism. Amazing stuff! They do an herbal alchemy course you’d probably LOVE! Much love fellow green witch! I look forward to more of your videos🥰
I loved this! I didn’t get to ask a question on time, but I’m absolutely in love with the chalice cup you’ve planted in, I’m dying to see it close up and know what you’ve planted in it. 💕
I was recently diagnosed with EDS. Thank you for sharing that you have it.
watching this video was lovely. You have such a lovely warm, calm and kind aura. Keep doing what you are doing. I had a good friend with EDS who sadly passed away. She was just as lovely and strong as you! I have another friend who also has it. Thank you for being so open. I know it's not easy. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos!
Inspiring and beautiful video, so calming and just amazing, I love your energy, think you so much for this! God bless you.
I think the natural light is an important aspect of the beautiful aesthetic of your videos. Thank you for sharing, blessed be.
Just learning that you love Skyrim probably makes you my new favorite witch youtuber!
Thank you for sharing all of this. I have many food sensitivity’s and It’s hard for me a lot of the time for the same reasons you mentioned. You sharing your story made feel so thankful that I can still have so many things so thank you for sharing such a personal part of your life.
More Q+A's please. It's so much fun learning more about you and your craft.
I just discovered you Annie!
Your home is so very beautiful and welcoming.
You have a kind,gentle nurturing energy.
Thank you for your lovely videos .
Blessed Be
ps I love Henry and your puppy.
you made me cry, I am so sorry to hear about your condition :( I love your videos
you have a very peaceful aura and your voice is so soothing, great content too!!
Greetings from Asia's south east. I've been watching some of your videos for a few weeks now. I really like the natural aspect in this channel. And I really like the music too. I don't know if I can make the recipes you're generously sharing, because kitchen and me aren't really good buddies. But, it's always good to know new recipes. Who knows, I could make one one day. Anyway, thank you for doing what you're doing. I hope you have a lovely day, too.
I love watching your channel it has been so SUPER HELPFUL❤️❤️❤️
Your content is both soothing and refreshing to watch
My 8 year old cousin has EDS and I've personally seen every obstacle and it's so hard. You are so poised in the way you handle it in stride.
Just one more spoonie (chronic illness) voice chiming in to tell you that your choices are valid. No one should shame you for your food choices and no one should assume to know your particular circumstances. Love and Light.
The fact that I came to TH-cam this morning and saw a video update from you, that just made my whole day. I love you channel and you make my witch heart happy. I'm glad you address the fact that your path is ever changing because I have often felt that way as well and I have a weird mind set when it come to religions (mostly from Christian family guilt) and I'm slowly over coming it but listening to this video helped me a lot
This video was so cozy and relaxing, thank you for letting us in a little bit more into your life! If you just gave me the impression you were one before, now I am fully convinced you are an angel on earth. Your calm energy is healing, so thank you. Sending love and light✨🙏
Thank you for this video, I had another bad therapy session today, I'm even thinking of quitting and finding a new therapist and the stress of that idea has been gnawing at me. It's lovely to sit and watch this video and feel like I'm safe again
I hope you find a peaceful space for yourself really soon and all goes well in your therapist search 💕
@@catobrien837 Thank you ❤
Awesome video love your channel. I admire the grace you show while explaining your health as it is such a private thing!
This is only the second video I have seen on your channel. I am love with your channel! How sweet of you to let us get to know a little more about you. I admire your positive attitude about your health. I’m in my early sixties and am on a strict diet due to a form of arthritis that is not common. My son is on dialysis for his kidneys and has to be on a strict diet opposite of mine. Cooking in my home can be challenge at times. Thank you for this Qand A video. I have always been interested in herbs and their healing powers. Your doggies are cute. My son and I send you love and hugs!
I appreciate you sharing you have EDS. Thank you. I felt connected to you and your content before, even more so now. 💗