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Ep 122: ft. Val Alcorn on Herbal Bitters, Ancestors, and Gardening as a Spiritual Act
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Val is an herbalist, gardener, writer, and artist. She is the owner of Woodspell Apothecary where she cultivates resources for folks to connect to the plant world around them.
In this episode we talk about:
- The mythical nature of the forest
- The connection between fairytales and the forest
- Working with fear in nature
- Connecting to ancestors through the land
- Herbal bitters and how they affect the body
- The ancestral gut connection to bitters
- How to incorporate herbs into your daily wellness practice
Connect with Val:
Instagram: @woodspell.apothecary
Substack: Medicine Garden and Under the Linden Tree
Connect with Leya: @leyavandoren
Join Us for The Poetry Of Plant Magic
Connect To Your Writing Practice & Deepen Your Connection With Nature
When: April 9th-April 30th, 2024
Where: Anywhere in the world via Zoom
- 4 weekly creative writing sessions
- Creative Writing and Journal Prompts
- Learn about herbal medicine and how to incorporate herbs into your wellness practice
- Write and read poetry in safe community
- Develop a deep connection with nature
- Herbal folklore and ancient uses of herbs
Creative Resources Mentioned:
- Spiritual Ecology
- Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
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