How to Connect with Plants and Know Which Herb is Right for You

With thousands of options out there for herbal medicines, do you ever find yourself wondering which plant to work with? Do you ever get confused about which herb is right for you?

Well, watch this video to get the full scoop on some simple tips and tools to help you make those decisions.

In this video, I share some of the foundational teachings I give my students in the Immersion Program. These are the first things you should be considering when you step out onto the plant path and now you’ll have the framework you need to get started.

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