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[WuWei]

Thank you so much for taking the time to identify those courses! Several of them look fascinating. I'll read through them all and see what I'm most drawn to. I really appreciate the direction.


Pat

[ian'smommaya]

Originally Posted by WuWei

Thank you so much for taking the time to identify those courses! Several of them look fascinating. I'll read through them all and see what I'm most drawn to. I really appreciate the direction.


Pat

no problem pat, i see you here all the time helping people, giving advice. i thought i would return the favor.

i hope you pick out one thats right for you. i didnt see any in the carolina's so correspondences might be the way to go.

[WuWei]

Thanks. In my hunting, I saw Ethnobotanical and Native Plant Field Study with David Winston at the conference in Black Mountain, NC. But, he is speaking on my son's b'day. So, that won't work. I was quite intrigued by the multicultural perspective he offers (Cherokee, Chinese and western herbal traditions). There is a Doug Elliott, who has studied Caribbean healing also.
http://www.botanicalmedicine.org/con...10brochure.pdf

I'm less inclined to herbal medicine, and more interested in various botanicals as nutritives on an everyday basis, like mushrooms, infusions, bee pollens, etc. More "preventative" health botanicals, I guess. But, I'm also fascinated at the idea of creating an apothecary of tinctures of my own!

I'm not really sure of the lexicon to search. Green witch? Herbalist? But, I'm more into the healing "food" aspect, than the intervention aspect, iykwim. Perhaps more from international traditions, than purely American. I'm wanting to 'broaden my horizons' of nourishing botanicals. Maybe some tribal or indiginous foods? Of course sourcing is always a whole 'nuther issue.

Book recommendations are welcome also!


Pat

[ian'smommaya]

i would search green witch. and susan weed really sounds right for you. she is the QUEEN of nourshing infusions and food as medicine.

[Pariah]

I woud loooove to take Susun Weed's correspondence classes, or even go to her and take a course.

I started a class with the Herbal Healer Academy but I can't afford to continue it at the moment. Has anyone finished that course? I intend to when I'm able.

This thread is probably a good place to mention a favorite book of mine: Herbal Antibiotics, about using herbs when antibiotics stop working/become resistant.

[rainbowmoon]

I took the HHA course back in 1998. It was ok, not my favorite course by far and Marijah McCain is a bit too preachy for my taste. The courses were informative though and came with all the supplies needed for the projects (liked that part) just very much off putting by the anti establishment vibe. It gets really old after awhile for me. I want credibility as an herbalist (and I plan on going into integrative medicine) so I wish not to be thought of as a crackpot,yk?

[Magelet]

oh I want to join in here. I don't use herbs that much (a few favorite herbs I use for a few things) however I want to learn more.

[Meksmama]

Originally Posted by rainbowmoon

I'll be at that conference!
(And the one in June as well!)

Are you bringing your children? I am bringing mine and was wondering more about the Kids Kamp...

[rainbowmoon]

I actually didn't know children were welcome! wow! I hadn't planned on it though but will have to think about it now!

[Meksmama]

Originally Posted by rainbowmoon

I actually didn't know children were welcome! wow! I hadn't planned on it though but will have to think about it now!

Its extra money per child... but I think my children would love it!

I don't know if children are welcome at the conference in June though.

[ian'smommaya]

Originally Posted by rainbowmoon

I took the HHA course back in 1998. It was ok, not my favorite course by far and Marijah McCain is a bit too preachy for my taste. The courses were informative though and came with all the supplies needed for the projects (liked that part) just very much off putting by the anti establishment vibe. It gets really old after awhile for me. I want credibility as an herbalist (and I plan on going into integrative medicine) so I wish not to be thought of as a crackpot,yk?

i totally understand. i make and sell flower essences which are by default woo, but i also do aromatherapy and herbal medicine, way less woo with government sponsored double blind studied proving there usefulness.

i guess i do both.

[Meksmama]

Originally Posted by Magelet

oh I want to join in here. I don't use herbs that much (a few favorite herbs I use for a few things) however I want to learn more.

Welcome! Herbs are great! I would suggest getting a book or 2 to introduce you to some versatile herbs.

The Family Herbal by Rosemary Gladstar in great for info and basic recipes.

[ian'smommaya]

and understandable, read-able, too. her style is for everywoman.

[rainbowmoon]

I am very much into flower essences too! I have made my own over the years and do attunements,etc. It may seem "woo" but it is also a very effective means of healing. Not for everyone of course. I totally agree!

Sorry if I sounded overly harsh I know I probably sound more than I intended to.JMO is all..

I guess something about her course at HHA just rubbed me wrong. It's been awhile so maybe I am not remembering why correctly. I am not dissing on the course though. It is very informative and the way it's set up is great for a beginner..(sent with all the supplies for each lesson, totally worth the $)

I do know I have never heard of her in any herb circles I have become involved with over the year. I know that doesn't mean much because everyone has their own level of popularity but I do (now) tend to stick with those classes who have real in the flesh schools. I don't know it just seems more reputable to me. Bu I am also talking about making this part of my career path not just for learning for me like I was 10 years ago or so..So to get your foot in the door and just learn for yourself I feel HHA is very useful and pretty affordable. Though you could also get some good books out of the library for free too but then you'd have to get supplies..I know I like having everything to come together with the lesson at one at the time.

Ok sorry to ramble here ladies.lol.

I have 13 dvd's to watch for my SWSHM coursework. Then on to lesson #2!!!!!!!!

I am excited about the conferences. I am thinking I may leave the kids at home with DP this year. I think I can get MUCH more focused time and alot more out of it that way. Also it's close enough I could come actually home if I absolutely had too and go back..(I think the one in June is here in VT?)

[Meksmama]

Originally Posted by rainbowmoon

I am excited about the conferences. I am thinking I may leave the kids at home with DP this year. I think I can get MUCH more focused time and alot more out of it that way. Also it's close enough I could come actually home if I absolutely had too and go back..(I think the one in June is here in VT?)

There are a few in VT in June, July, and August. I am going to the one in NH 23rd annual Woman's Herbal Conference. http://www.womensherbalconference.com/ (they haven't updated info for this year yet)

[ian'smommaya]

Originally Posted by rainbowmoon

I am very much into flower essences too! I have made my own over the years and do attunements,etc. It may seem "woo" but it is also a very effective means of healing. Not for everyone of course. I totally agree!

Sorry if I sounded overly harsh I know I probably sound more than I intended to.JMO is all..

I guess something about her course at HHA just rubbed me wrong. It's been awhile so maybe I am not remembering why correctly. I am not dissing on the course though. It is very informative and the way it's set up is great for a beginner..(sent with all the supplies for each lesson, totally worth the $)

I do know I have never heard of her in any herb circles I have become involved with over the year. I know that doesn't mean much because everyone has their own level of popularity but I do (now) tend to stick with those classes who have real in the flesh schools. I don't know it just seems more reputable to me. Bu I am also talking about making this part of my career path not just for learning for me like I was 10 years ago or so..So to get your foot in the door and just learn for yourself I feel HHA is very useful and pretty affordable. Though you could also get some good books out of the library for free too but then you'd have to get supplies..I know I like having everything to come together with the lesson at one at the time.

Ok sorry to ramble here ladies.lol.

I have 13 dvd's to watch for my SWSHM coursework. Then on to lesson #2!!!!!!!!

I am excited about the conferences. I am thinking I may leave the kids at home with DP this year. I think I can get MUCH more focused time and alot more out of it that way. Also it's close enough I could come actually home if I absolutely had too and go back..(I think the one in June is here in VT?)

we have much in common in the way we see things in the herb world. i want factual, we reputed information. and if it happened where i live i would be ON the b.s degree for herbal medicine.

[Meksmama]

I want to make some tinctures anyone know where I can get grain alcohol or something equivalent for a solvent?

Grain alcohol isn't for sale in NY, I guess I could use organic vodka...

[ian'smommaya]

i use oil, gylcerine or alcohol (vodka or brandy both work well.) when i'm making tinctures.
i know it isnt as acolhol full as ever clear, but it works really well.

[Meksmama]

Originally Posted by ian'smommaya

i use oil, gylcerine or alcohol (vodka or brandy both work well.) when i'm making tinctures.
i know it isnt as acolhol full as ever clear, but it works really well.

What proof Vodka do you use? Do you like a specific brand? I am thinking of looking for Rain Vodka because its organic.

[ian'smommaya]

ya know, i am out right now. but i think it was that brand. (its whatever organic brand was on sale last time.) i use 80 proof. or vegtable glycerine if its the right herb and its for kids or alcohol sensitive adults.