Host Megan Hamilton and Camille Freeman explore the world of herbal medicine, discussing Camille's journey into herbalism, the importance of understanding physiology, and the integration of spirituality in herbal practices. They delve into how to get started with herbs, the role of mentorship, and the differences between working with herbalists versus conventional medicine.

The discussion also highlights the healing power of relationships with herbs, best friend herbs, and resources for learning about herbalism. The conversation concludes with an introduction to Camille's "Take Your Tonic" program, emphasizing the importance of self-care and holistic health.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to Herbal Medicine and Camille Freeman

(01:38) The Journey into Herbalism

(03:55) Understanding Physiology and Holistic Health

(08:26) Getting Started with Herbs

(11:21) The Role of Mentorship in Herbal Practice

(13:44) Integrating Spirituality and Herbalism

(15:36) The Difference Between Herbalists and Conventional Medicine

(18:54) The Healing Power of Relationships with Herbs

(22:04) Best Friend Herbs and Their Uses

(27:15) Resources for Learning About Herbs

(30:51) The Intersection of Science and Spirituality in Herbalism

(33:53) Cultivating a Holistic Approach to Health

(37:00) Closing Thoughts and Tonic Program Introduction

More about Camille Freeman

Camille Freeman has been in practice as an herbalist and nutritionist since 2003, with a focus on fertility, pregnancy, and menstrual health. She offers continuing education programs for practitioners and has a podcast, In the Clinic with Camille. She's also the author of the book Write Better Newsletters: Grow your 1:1 Practice with Emails People Actually Want to Read. She holds a doctorate in clinical nutrition, as well as masters degrees in both herbal medicine and physiology.

Website: ⁠https://www.camillefreeman.com

⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillefreeman/⁠

Books mentioned: ⁠

https://americanherbalistsguild.com/book/wild-medicine-solution-healing-aromatic-bitter-and-tonic-plants/

⁠⁠https://www.chelseagreen.com/product/energetic-herbalism/

⁠⁠https://www.learningherbs.com/alchemy-of-herbs

⁠⁠https://wintergreenbotanicals.com/book/bodyintobalance/⁠

More About Megan Hamilton and her work:

Megan Hamilton is a speaker, speaking coach, musician and host of the Embracing Enchantment podcast. She's the founder of Impact Witch (ubu skills) and has been the Speaker Advisor at the award-winning TEDxQueensU since 2020.

She's toured across North America and enjoys giving talks and leading workshops at festivals, conferences, retreats and events.

At Impact Witch, she works at the intersection of speaking, visibility, shadow work, disruption and magic to alchemize impact.She's also a professional tarot reader and weaves magic and a variety of practices into her work and everyday life.

Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracingenchantment.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.impactwitch.com/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Speaking Coaching Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/impactwitch⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@impactwitch

⁠Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/embracingenchantmentpod⁠⁠⁠ 

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