🌿 Welcome to The Herbal Commons You’re in the right place. This community exists for people who want to reconnect with plants, learn practical herbal remedies, and build more sustainable ways of living, without fear, fluff, or overwhelm. Inside The Herbal Commons, we focus on: - Learning how herbs are used safely and responsibly - Making simple, effective remedies you can actually use - Understanding where plants come from and how to work with them ethically - Building habits that support both personal and planetary health You don’t need prior experience. Curiosity is enough. This is a shared learning space. A place to ask questions, experiment thoughtfully, and learn from both tradition and modern understanding. Take a moment to introduce yourself below: - What brought you here? - What are you hoping to learn or reconnect with? Pull up a seat. The fire’s warm, and the plants have a lot to teach 🌱 🌿 Community Agreements 1. Education, not medical advice This space is for educational purposes and personal experience sharing only. We do not diagnose, prescribe, or replace professional medical care. Always consult a qualified practitioner for medical concerns. 2. Safety first, always Herbs are powerful. Avoid making absolute claims or recommending unsafe dosages. When in doubt, ask questions or keep it general. 3. Respect the plants and their cultures Honor traditional knowledge, give credit when possible, and approach plant wisdom with humility rather than ownership. 4. Sustainability is non-negotiable We prioritize ethical sourcing, responsible harvesting, and practices that support long-term ecological health. 5. Kindness over correctness Everyone is learning. Offer guidance without judgment and receive feedback with openness. 6. No spam or self-promotion Sharing resources is welcome when relevant. Selling, unsolicited links, or promotions require prior permission. 7. Participate with intention This is a living community. Ask, share, reflect, and contribute when you can.

Welcome. We’re glad you’re here. This community is built on shared learning, lived experience, and respect for the plants and the planet. Introductions help us understand who’s gathered around the fire. My name is Lyrik, and I am the founder of LEAVES. A foundation focused on building community and saving our planet through herbal and sustainable practices. My interest begins with my passion for helping others heal crossing with my passion for innovative solutions. What better way to do this than with our own environment, right? :) I became an advanced herbalist through lots of independent reading, online/real time research, many cool experiments, and our friend YouTube University. Haha Right now, I’m working on making products with Burdock Root. I’m super excited to get to know more about you and your experiences. Share your story!