Plants, Animals, and Mythical Beings: The Secrets of Shamanic Herbalism with Matthew Wood

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Join renowned herbalist Matthew Wood & Angell Deer as they uncover the mysteries of shamanic herbalism in an eye-opening interview discussing Matthew's new book, "A Shamanic Herbal: Plant Teachers and Animal Medicines."

Explore the ancient doctrine of signatures, discover the profound connections between plants and animal medicines, and learn how to tap into nature's wisdom for healing.

Through personal anecdotes and deep philosophical insights, Matthew explains how plants communicate their healing properties and the spiritual significance behind their forms and uses.

Delve into the world of mythical beings like dragons and fairies, as Matthew reveals their vital roles in shamanic rituals and healing practices. Perfect for herbal enthusiasts, spiritual seekers, and anyone intrigued by the natural world's hidden messages.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Concept of Shamanic Herbalism:
- Matthew explains the idea of plant teachers and animal medicines, focusing on how plants' shapes and forms can denote their healing properties for various parts of the body and the psyche. - He shares intriguing anecdotes about the origins of his thoughts on organizing plants by animals, a concept inspired by his upbringing on a remote Indian reservation.

2. Doctrine of Signatures:
- The conversation delves into the doctrine of signatures, where plants' physical appearances indicate their healing properties. - Matthew elaborates on the difference between spirit signatures and standard signatures, revealing the deeper, often spiritual, connections between plants and animal attributes.

3. Animal Medicines and Their Characteristics:
- Matthew discusses various animal medicines, such as snake medicine, deer medicine, bear medicine, and how they correlate with plant features. - He provides captivating examples, like how ginseng looks like a human body or how black cohosh resembles a spine and acts as a snake medicine.

4. Mythical Animals & Beings (Dragons & Fairies):
- Matthew introduces the profound roles of mythical beings like dragons and fairies in shamanic practices. He describes dragons as guardians of ancient wisdom and keepers of powerful energies that are deeply tied to the earth’s minerals and magnetic fields. - He explores fairies as intermediaries in spiritual journeys, aiding in initiatory processes and magical transformations. The complex relationship between humans and these ethereal beings is examined, revealing their role in guiding and protecting during mystical experiences. - The discussion includes how these beings interact with plants, creating deeper levels of healing and connection through their unique signatures.

5. Practical Applications and Experiences:
- Drawing from his extensive experience, Matthew shares personal stories and practical examples of people using plants and their associated animal signatures to heal. - He emphasizes the significance of intuition and connection with nature in shamanic herbal practices.6. Philosophical and Spiritual Insights:
- The discussion touches on broader philosophical questions about the interconnectedness of life forms and how the universe’s design might underpin these herbal and animal correlations. - Matthew offers his perspective on why these correlations exist, suggesting a shared evolutionary origin and intelligent design.

More info about Matthew's work at https://matthewwoodinstituteofherbalism.com/

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