We have many herbs with a wide range of uses, some of them more unusual and unique than others. The following ae some herb suggestions that could be used in a number of circumstances around the death and dying processes. Overwhelming grief is a common feeling we have around losing loved ones. There are a number of herbs that can help support the overwhelming grief. Hawthorn Berries – specific for a broken heart and to help bring some renewing energies. Lemon balm – A great tonic for the nervous system. It will help lift the sense of a heavy weight and ease the grieving proves. Rose – For love, forgiveness and compassion, it will find beauty through any pain. Rosemary – our memory herb that has been long associated with remembrance and death. It was thrown in with coffins to help the dying to find their right way home. Elder – the introspective herb from the white Goddess that brings with her protective powers for when we pass. Vervain Blue – Supportive in time of distress as it will calm the nerves. Bobinsana – Calliandra is used to ease the pain of loss and open us to spiritual channel’s. Is often used as a flower essence. Mugwort – used in both births and deaths as it releases the fears of the unknown. Chamomile and lavender will both help to bring calmness and soothe the mind.

This is a great way to look at the times of the day and the body systems that are at their peak or lowest. If you have a symptom at the same time of the day you can check and see what body systems are involved.

This brief video gives you information about my Home Herbalism Course which I run from the Northern Rivers, NSW in Australia. This is an intensive 7 day course that runs over 6 weeks. I am working towards putting the course up here online. Let me know if you are interested. https://youtu.be/P8teKccBzYA

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Ancients used food, smells, herbs, and emotions to resent the expansion and contraction. Some foods when we cook them they expand. Beans, lentils, legumes, etc Some when we cook they contract – garlic, onions, zucchini, etc When we eat certain foods they can help us to feel expansion or contraction. Eat the petals of a flower and see how they make you feel. When cooking vegetables, do not pre-soak. It is good to use the water that you cook veg in. When cook the veggies use as little water as possible and aim for tender food. Use the colour test, the more colour the more power. If in doubt experiment.