Energetic Herbalism: A Guide to Sacred Plant Traditions Integrating Elements of Vitalism, Ayurveda, and Chinese Medicine
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Book Synopsis: *Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal Winner: Health, Healing & WellnessIn this indispensable new resource both for the home apothecary and clinical practitioners, a celebrated herbalist brings alive the elemental relationships among traditional healing practices, ecological stewardship, and essential plant medicines.
By honoring ancient wisdom and presenting it in an innovative way, Energetic Herbalism is a profound and practical guide to family and community care for those seeking to move beyond symptom relief and into a truly holistic framework of health. Throughout, author Kat Maier invites readers to explore their personal relationships with plants and their environs as they discover diverse models of healing.
Inside Energetic Herbalism, you’ll find:
- The elements and patterns of Ayurvedic doshas for greater self-awareness as well as positive lifestyle choices
- A deep appreciation of the wisdom of indigenous peoples, which is the foundation of sacred plant traditions
- The relationship of well-being to the seasons through the brilliant lens of Chinese Five Element Theory, and how our emotional health is beautifully expressed through the Elements
- The roots and evolution of Vitalism, the traditional Western system of energetic medicine
- How to assess imbalances in the body using the elegant and intuitive vocabulary of the six tissue states, an emerging tool in Western herbalism
- The senses as the main tools for navigating through energetic herbalism
Through the rich herbal tradition of storytelling, Maier seamlessly blends theory and practice with her experience-tested herbal remedies and healing protocols. Maier stresses the critical message of how to address the challenge of threatened medicinal plant populations, offering practical and inspiriting methods for ensuring their survival. Many herbals boast a materia medica of more than 100 herbs, but in keeping with an emphasis on sustainable practice, Maier instead focuses in depth on 25 essential medicinal herbs that can be grown in most temperate climates and soils, including:
- Dandelion
- Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng)
- Goldenseal
- Burdock
- Calendula
- Echinacea
- Goldenrod
Whether you are a seasoned clinical herbalist, an herbalist-in-training, or simply someone seeking to provide the best natural health care for your family, this book is a source of inspiration, insight, and answers you will return to again and again.
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Discover the ancient healing wisdom of Energetic Herbalism: A Guide to Sacred Plant Traditions Integrating Elements of Vitalism, Ayurveda, and Chinese Medicine. As a Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal Winner for Health, Healing & Wellness, this indispensable resource is perfect for both home apothecaries and clinical practitioners. Author Kat Maier brings to life the elemental relationships between traditional healing practices, ecological stewardship, and essential plant medicines.
Are you tired of merely treating symptoms? Take a step towards true holistic health with Energetic Herbalism. Dive into the profound and practical insights of this book that goes beyond symptom relief, incorporating diverse models of healing. Explore Ayurvedic doshas to gain self-awareness and make positive lifestyle choices. Learn from the wisdom of indigenous peoples and their sacred plant traditions. Discover the connection between well-being and the seasons through the lens of Chinese Five Element Theory. And understand how our emotional health is beautifully expressed through the Elements.
Energetic Herbalism also delves into the roots and evolution of Vitalism, the Western system of energetic medicine. Uncover how to assess imbalances in the body using the six tissue states, an emerging tool in Western herbalism. Learn how to navigate through energetic herbalism using your senses as your main tools. Through captivating storytelling, Kat Maier seamlessly blends theory and practice, guiding you with experience-tested herbal remedies and healing protocols.
But it doesn't stop there. In Energetic Herbalism, Maier emphasizes the importance of safeguarding threatened medicinal plant populations. You will be inspired by her practical methods for ensuring their survival. Unlike other herbals with overwhelming materia medica, Maier focuses on 25 essential medicinal herbs that can be grown in most temperate climates and soils. These herbs include Dandelion, Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng), Goldenseal, Burdock, Calendula, Echinacea, and Goldenrod.
Whether you are a seasoned clinical herbalist, an herbalist-in-training, or someone who wants to provide the best natural health care for your family, Energetic Herbalism is a source of inspiration, insight, and answers. Say goodbye to symptom-focused approaches and embrace the holistic framework of health. Get your copy of Energetic Herbalism and embark on a transformative journey towards vitality and well-being.
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