Why I Wish What I Did Wasn’t Called Medical Astrology
Medical astrology is one of the most misunderstood assessment tools available in herbalism, with many flat out rejecting its usefulness or efficacy because of preconceived notions of astrology in general. Despite its spiritual or “woo-woo” implications, astrology has practical therapeutic applications. By learning how to use this tool correctly, you can pinpoint an imbalanced organ […]
Medical Astrology’s Insights into Holistic Herbalism
The term “holistic” is buzzing in the holistic healthcare system today, but what does this word really mean? A holistic practitioner, according to the Evolutionary Herbalism model, is someone who unites the physical, energetic and spiritual properties of a plant with these aspects of a person to facilitate deep, transformational healing. Medical astrology is one […]
Alchemy and Herbalism Part III- Spiritual Herbal Pharmacy
Spagyrics is the branch of the alchemical tradition that specifically concerns itself with the preparation and processing of medicinal plants. One of the unique attributes of spagyric preparations is that they are specifically designed to concentrate the physical, energetic and spiritual qualities of the plants in a singular extract. This process separates, purifies, and recombines […]
Alchemy and Herbalism Part II – As Above, So Below: The Macrocosm and Microcosm in People and Plants
Alchemical philosophy and practice radically changes our approach to herbal medicine. By re-integrating spirituality with science, you can unlock the full potential of herbal medicine through spagyric pharmacy, or alchemically prepared plants. But before preparing spagyric medicines, it’s important to understand the fundamental core principles of alchemical philosophy, the foundation of which is the correlations […]
From Sick Care to Health Care: The Advantages of Preventive Astro-Herbalism
The current healthcare system focuses on managing disease after it has occurred instead of preventing its onset. Alternatively, holistic herbalism can be a wellness-first approach, emphasizing disease prevention. Through it, you can effectively address disease predispositions and correct imbalances to prevent their onset. One of my favorite tools for this is the natal chart, which […]
Potentizing Your Herbal Medicine Using Astrology
The concept of potentization is one oftentimes only understood through the context of homeopathy, but the roots of it are actually in alchemy. And one of the most powerful ways you can potentize your herbal remedies is through the integration of astrological timing techniques. Through combining the energetics and spirit of time into your medicine […]
Birth Chart Conjunct Human: What to Look For in a Natal Chart
The natal chart, also known as the birth chart, can be a powerful assessment tool in your astro-herbalism practice. Although analyzing a natal chart may seem daunting at first, there are specific planetary placements you can study that reveal information about your physical characteristics, health patterns, and overall constitution. This information can help you understand […]
The Celestial Language of Plants
Medical astrology can transform the way you see and work with people. However, did you know you can also use it to better understand the plants? By learning about the planetary forces and the ways they express themselves through medicinal herbs, you can gain a deeper understanding of how and why the plants work the […]
Where to Begin with Making Spagyrics
When you’re studying alchemical herbalism, the first step towards making spagyric medicine is with making what is called “the seven basics.”’ This process is achieved by developing a profound relationship with the plants and planets. Although you can look outside yourself for reference charts in books and online to speed up the process, allowing the […]
