A book by: Stephen Harrod Buhner This was the book which started it all; the Meetup group, Shamanism, the trip to Peru, and countless other odd and wonderful new interests and dedications. The first in-depth examination of the sacred underpinnings of the world of Native American medicinal herbalism. ❧ Reveals how shamans and healers talk […]
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The above ground leaves, flowers, seeds, and stems are harvested to use and can be picked at any time of the year. A rounded teaspoon of the dried plant in a cup of hot water, allowed to steep for fifteen minutes, is useful to promote sweating in feverish states or to increase scanty menstruation.
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The root is the part of the plant generally used medicinally. Both wild and commercially grown ginger are powerful stimulants for the circulation of the body. They promote sweating, menstruation, lactation, and circulation of the blood. Wild ginger is considered specific for painful cramping of the bowels and stomach and has been used for
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I am sorry if this discussion comes off as sounding a little severe but I take personal and site security very seriously and a slip in protocol has the potential to create some headaches for everyone. We are a spiritual group with the noble goals of: improving our physical and mental health improving our relationship
Sacred Plant Medicine – The Wisdom in Native American Herbalism by: Stephen Harrod Buhner This book, combined with several Meditation Ceremonies, were the catalyst to the development of my Meetup Presence – Sacred Plant Medicine – BC. Now defunct. I have the misfortune to sit in on several ceremonies hosted by what I can only call
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The body melts into the universe The universe melts into the soundless voice The sound melts into the all-shining light And the light enters the blosom of infinite joy. From “Metaphysical Meditations” by Paramahansa Yogananda
I feel the connection, the spirit of everyone and everything. I feel the beingness of my family, my friends, and my enemies. I feel their distance in their hurry, their stress, and their worry; to have all things done, all things arranged, all stuff purchased, wrapped, and bowed. Christmas is a time to reflect on
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“Sir! … Hello, Sir! … Yoo Hoo! Sir!” I stopped my daily walk from my centrally located hotel to Belen market to have a look for who might be calling. I could hear her pleasant ,if somewhat insisting , voice; but, I was unable to see her. Who was she and what in the world
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The possible benefits of attending a traditional Ayahuasca ceremony are well document. I will attempt to provide my own observations and experiences here. Ayahuasca is a powerful natural medicine produced by cooking banisteriopsis caapi (ayahuasca vine) and a plant containing the “light” (traditionally chacruna but can vary) together for a long time to produce a
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