Herbalism

The healing power of Plants and Herbs has fascinated me ever since I can remember. As a child my mother would rub Dock Leaves onto my skin when I'd been stung by Stinging Nettles or she would be warning me not to pick Dandelions 'cos they would make me wet the bed! I can remember childishly questioning how and why certain Plants could have certain effects on my body, and that childish curiosity never left me. When I was 14 I started growing certain pot Plants in my bedroom: Comfrey, Sage, Basil, Parsley, Chives and I started reading up on simple Herbal remedies. Herbs and Plants and Trees share a relationship with humanity. Herbalism is the study and exploration of the interaction between humanity and the Plant kingdom. For me Herbs, Plants and Trees are magical creations working as one with Mother Earth. Their Roots are embedded into Her, their Leaves and Flowers are bathed in sunlight, moonlight and starlight, blown by the winds and washed by the rains. They feed and nurture Her and in return are fed and nurtured by Her. How much more magical can you get than that.
Next time you have a headache or cold or indigestion, try reaching for a cup of Herbal tea instead of the paracetamols and anti-biotics. You might just be amazed.

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