Sky House Herbs Ashley Elenbaas
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- Health & Fitness
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Everywhere we go, we can find plant spirits. In this podcast, clinical herbalist Ashley Elenbaas invites us to discover the healing power of plants—not just their medicinal properties but their deeper wisdom and gifts. With respect and reverence, Ashley guides her listeners to be open to the teachings of these potent teachers. If you are looking for a holistic approach to healing that can help you achieve optimal health and well-being, then pop in for a listen.
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Roots, Risks, and Renewal: Nurturing Yourself and Breaking Free
In this video, herbalist Ashley Elenbaas explores the profound significance of returning home. She delves into the hidden connections we may overlook when revisiting our birthplace, drawing from her own experiences and the teachings of the 13 indigenous grandmothers passed down through a cherished mentor and friend. Using the symbolism of a tree, she emphasizes the importance of nurturing one's core, likening it to tending to the trunk to ensure the fruition of its sweet fruits. Additionally, she discusses the notion of risk and discerning the opportune moment for transformative change.
RESOURCES
Learn more about The 12 Grandmothers - https://www.grandmotherswisdom.org/the-grandmothers
Ashley's Interview with Mason Hutchinson of HerbRally: https://youtu.be/Tmf8atqD27o?feature=shared
Book: Seven Herbs: Plants as Teachers by Matthew Wood: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Herbs-Plants-as-Teachers/dp/0938190911 -
Past Lives, Plants, and Changing Your Mind: Interview with Michelle Brock
Ever pondered the connection between our past lives and the paths our future selves tread? Join Ashley in an enlightening conversation with Michelle Brock, a seasoned spiritual development life coach from New York City. Michelle specializes in past-life regression, delving into the depths of our history to unravel the mysteries of our present selves. In her illuminating book, "Who Do You Think You Are: An Interactive Journey Through Your Past Lives into Your Best Future," Michelle takes readers on a profound journey of self-discovery. Together, Ashley and Michelle explore the fascinating realm of working with plants to aid in past life exploration, tapping into our innate intuition and the transformative power of changing our perspectives. Dive into this insightful dialogue as we uncover the profound connections between our past, present, and future.
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Book: "Who Do You Think You Are: An Interactive Journey Through Your Past Lives into Your Best Future," by Michelle Brock.
Purchase here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4W1BC8F
Connect with Michelle Brock - https://michelle-brock.com/
Herbs to Support Past Life Work
Microdosing - Watch my latest episode here. My Microdosing Adventure: A Clinical Herbalist's Perspective - https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=RzJNZYPvwx0
Lion's Mane Mushroom - Watch an episode on the science of Lion's Mane here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=IZb7vUWeBC8
Gotu Kola Herb - Learn More here. https://shop.organicindiausa.com/products/gotu-kola -
The Spiritual Life of an Herbalist
In this video, Ashley shares her experience of living a spiritual life as an herbalist. Ashley hopes to start a conversation about what living a spiritual life looks like and how she incorporates this living framework into her daily work as an herbalist and into the choices she faces in her daily life. Ashley shares how she came to her current understanding of "spiritual but not religious" and her struggles along the way. In this video, she will share how her background in yoga philosophy, psychedelics, and the Vitalist tradition all inform her current work as a clinical herbalist and educator and how she balances her work in the spiritual and material realms of life.
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Book, Hari Kirtana das "In Search of the Highest Truth: Adventures in Yoga Philosophy" - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y494KYK?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_GZDNB20AGY66FWEDRC33
Book, Matthew Wood "Vitalism" - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1556433409?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_NQBDNHDCK6K7MPEKWAQV
My husband, Adam Elenbaas, Podcast: Nightlight Astrology https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ea17ncqbPXJBPAFiNKgDJ?si=463490118dd34ad0 -
Herb of the Month: Cinnamon
Most people underestimate cinnamon and see it as a common benign kitchen spice. However, cinnamon has long been used for sugar regulation and circulatory support. In this video, we will discuss the energetic effects of cinnamon on both cold and hot temperaments and easy ways to add cinnamon to your daily routines.
Study Herbs in the 2024 Sky House Herbal Apprenticeship Program! There is still time to register! https://www.skyhouseherbs.com/herbal-foundations-enrollment
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Herbs and Natural Supplements an Evidence Based Guide, 4th Edition Volume 2., Braun, Leslie, and Cohen, Marc (2015) Elsevier Publishing, pg. 190-195.
Ranasinghe P, Pigera S, Premakumara GA, Galappaththy P, Constantine GR, Katulanda P. Medicinal properties of 'true' cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum): a systematic review. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2013 Oct 22;13:275. doi: 10.1186/1472-6882-13-275. PMID: 24148965; PMCID: PMC3854496. - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3854496/
Frawley, David and Lad Vasant (1986). “The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine”. Lotus Press, pgs. 111-112.
Metzger, Jane. 15 Uses of Cinnamon. - https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/uses-for-cinnamon/
McConnell, Molly (2023). “They Ayurvedic Benefits of Cinnamon. - https://www.starwest-botanicals.com/blog/-the-ayurvedic-benefits-of-cinnamon/
Livingston, Erica (2024). “Cinnamon in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Balancing Yin and Yang” - https://talkleisure.com/cinnamon-in-traditional-chinese-medicine/?expand_article=1#Historical_Background_and_Usage_in_TCM -
Are TikTok Claims of Ashwaganda Blunting Emotions True?
In today's video, clinical Registered Herbalist RH(AHG) speaks to recent TikTok claims of Ashwagandha blunting emotions and causing emotional dullness/apathy. Based on traditional uses and indications of using this Ayurvedic Indian herb, it is possible some people may feel lethargic while using this herb due to a constitutional mismatch. More likely, Ashley explains, is that people are hopping on a trend that pigeon-holes one effect of an herb and discounts other underlying factors. In this video, she will look at the scientific data and research surrounding the use of Ashwagandha and the likely reasons for this upsurge in health claims on TikTok.
RESOURCES
Study Vitalism and Herbs in the 2024 Sky House Herbal Apprenticeship Program! a 12-month course where you can learn more about the traditional and scientific use of plant medicines. Need-based tuition options available! Register Today at: https://www.skyhouseherbs.com/herbal-foundations-enrollment
BuzzFeed News Article - https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/fjollaarifi/ashwagandha-emotions-tiktok
Book, "The Yoga of Herbs, An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine." by Dr. David Frawley and Dr. Vasant Lad. - https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-yoga-of-herbs-an-ayurvedic-guide-to-herbal-medicine-vasant-lad/10939891
Book, "Herbs and Natural Supplements, An Evidence-Based Guide" 4th edition by Lesley Braun and Marc Cohen - https://bookshop.org/p/books/herbs-and-natural-supplements-volume-2-an-evidence-based-guide-marc-cohen/12444286
Reputable Ashwagandha Sources:
Herbalist & Alchemist - https://www.herbalist-alchemist.com/shop-products-cac-calm-adapt
Organic India - https://organicindia.com/products/ashwagandha-capsule
Gaia Herbs - https://www.gaiaherbs.com/products/ashwagandha-root -
3 Herbs for Personal Revolution
Things are heating up! With the upcoming conjunction of Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus on the 20th, personal revolution is in the air. In this video, we will explore what this seeding time might look like in your life and apply the Vitalist tradition of healing. In Vitalism, the "Law of the Direction of Cure" states that all healing starts from the core of the body (the stomach) and emanates outward. Therefore, when looking to strengthen our vital force, we should start with the stomach or the seat of digestion and work our way out.
The three places and herbs, from the center to the periphery, for this powerful time are:
1. Digestive Core - Supporting the Gut Microbiome and Digestive Fire with Garlic, Ginger, Cinnamon, and Burdock.
2. Nervous System - Supporting the Nervous System with Solomon's Seal
3. Skin and Subtle Body - Supporting the radiance and glow of the skin and subtle body with Turmeric milk.
RESOURCES
Study Vitalism and Herbs in the 2024 Sky House Herbal Apprenticeship Program! Register Today at: https://www.skyhouseherbs.com/herbal-foundations-enrollment
Book: "Vitalism, The History of Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Flower Essences" by Matthew Wood. Get it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1556433409
Book, "The Yoga of Herbs, An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine." by Dr. David Frawley and Dr. Vasant Lad. Get it here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-yoga-of-herbs-an-ayurvedic-guide-to-herbal-medicine-vasant-lad/10939891?ean=9780941524247
Herbalist & Alchemist - Solomon's Seal Tincture. Get it here: https://www.herbalist-alchemist.com/shop-products-sol-solomons-seal-extract
Enjoy this powerful seeding time, friends!