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Incense as Medicine
May 22, 20230Comments

9 Aromatic Plants for Focus & Mental Clarity

In our fast-paced and busy lives, humans are no strangers to mental fatigue, brain fog and a lack of focus.There are many factors which can contribute to these problems, such
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Ayurveda
May 8, 20230Comments

The Spiritual and Scientific Magic Behind Our Sense of Smell

Our sense of smell is a mysterious mechanism through which we can experience the healing power of aromatic plants. We know aromatic plants have been used since ancient times for
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic Recipes
January 31, 20239Comments

10 Aromatic Herbs for Digestive Health

If you’ve ever had an upset stomach, then you know how much it can ruin your day. Our digestive system is a complex network of 100 million neurons and 100
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Ayurveda
Human/Plant Connection
October 12, 20227Comments

Vitalism is NOT just about Herbalism

Humans are complex beings – when things become unbalanced internally, the resulting health issues are often complex, too. Holistic medicine is a practice of healing that focuses on the whole
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic Recipes
Ayurveda
Uncategorized
September 13, 20227Comments

Aromatic Plants for Oral Care

Plants have been used for ages throughout history for addressing a wide variety of health problems, including oral health support. Before modern dentistry, and still to this day, native and indigenous
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic Recipes
Ayurveda
Topical Medicine
August 16, 20223Comments

Cooling Herbs for Summer

In the heat of summer, you can reach for an ice cream to help you cool off temporarily, but the beauty of plants is that they go beyond the gastrointestinal
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Ayurveda
Incense as Medicine
Topical Medicine
August 2, 20228Comments

8 Must-Know Herbs for First Aid

Herbal plants have many gifts to offer, and aromatic plants offer far more than just a beautiful scent. In fact, there are many powerful aromatic herbs and resins that have
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Ayurveda
Human/Plant Connection
June 2, 20225Comments

Energetics in Plants and People

Have you ever wondered why exactly it is, that an aromatic remedy may work great for you, but not for your neighbor?This is because every person is incredibly unique, and
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine
Human/Plant Connection
Sustainability
April 14, 202210Comments

13 Aromatic Plants You Can Easily Grow at Home

Have you thought about growing a garden this spring? Now is a great time to start preparing! Whether you're a complete beginner, or a master in aromatic medicine making, there is
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Ayurveda
Incense as Medicine
January 30, 20200Comments

The Ancient Indian Philosophy of Aroma & Incense, Part II

In my last blog, The Ancient Indian Philosophy of Aroma & Incense, Part I, I spoke about the beautiful tradition of healing plant smoke, Dhumapana, and the many used of
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Traditional herbalism and folklore hold valuable w Traditional herbalism and folklore hold valuable wisdom about plants. Throughout history, different cultures and societies have passed down traditional knowledge about the healing properties and uses of various botanicals. These stories are not merely fanciful tales but valuable repositories of ancient wisdom. Exploring botanical folklore and the symbolism within it helps us gain valuable insight into the historical context of herbs and the beliefs surrounding their therapeutic benefits. This often reveals unique and innovative ways in which these plants have been utilized for their medicinal, spiritual, or practical applications. By integrating this traditional wisdom with modern scientific research, we can harness the full potential of plants and explore their holistic healing properties, paving the way for a deeper understanding of nature's gifts and how they support our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual realms. --- #herbalism #traditionalherbalism #folklore #botanical
How do you actually come up with a new incense ble How do you actually come up with a new incense blend? 🌿🔥 It's one thing to follow a recipe. It's another thing entirely to look at a shelf filled with Frankincense, Sandalwood, aromatic woods, resins, roots, herbs, flowers, and spices and think... What do I make with all of this? Where do you even begin? How do you decide what belongs together? And how do you move beyond following someone else's recipes and start creating something that's actually your own? These are some of my favorite questions when it comes to incense crafting. Because once you begin exploring them, the art of incense gets a whole lot bigger. I've got something coming tomorrow that I think will get your creative wheels turning. 🌿 But first I'm curious: When you create an incense blend, or any other fragranced creation, where does your inspiration usually come from? #IncenseCrafting #IncenseMaking #NaturalIncense #HandmadeIncense #BotanicalIncense #AromaticPlants #AromaticArts #Herbalism #PlantResins #Frankincense #Sandalwood #IncenseLovers #IncenseBlending #TraditionalIncense #AromaticMedicine
There are always seasonal shifts happening around There are always seasonal shifts happening around us in nature and through the elements, whether subtle or drastic. What changes are you witnessing now in the natural world where you live? Even if you don’t live in a place where the leaves change color, the plants and animals start to sense the shift in seasons. If you look closely, you might notice their subtle changes. Are you noticing subtle shifts happening inside of you, too? Spend some time outside and connect to the changing of the seasons - it may help you see beautiful reflections in your inner world. --- #AutumnVibes #SeasonalShift #NatureConnection #MindfulLiving
Did you know that aromatic plants can support brai Did you know that aromatic plants can support brain health? A compelling new scientific study found that when participants used certain essential oils nightly, it boosted their word recall by 226% and improved the functioning of a key brain pathway that plays an important role in learning and memory. The participants in the study used essential oils in a diffuser and rotated through seven different scents, one for each day of the week: Rose, Orange, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary, and Lavender. Many different cultures have utilized aromatic plants to support mental clarity, focus, and brain health since ancient times. Although this information isn't surprising, it remains both inspiring and empowering to witness clinical evidence validating the effectiveness of aromatic medicine. Here’s the link to the full article of the study: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/can-using-aromatherapy-oils-every-night-help-improve-memory#How-aromatherapy-may-influence-the-brain --- #brainhealth #brainhealthtips #aromatherapy #aromatherapy #aromaticplants
In Greek mythology, Rosemary was born from grief. In Greek mythology, Rosemary was born from grief. As told in Homer’s Iliad, the daughter of the King of Sparta fell in love with the Sun God. Enraged, the King condemned her to be buried alive. When the Sun God wept over her grave, Rosemary grew where his tears touched the earth. A plant born of love, loss & remembrance. The Sun governs the heart, courage & the journey through grief… and Rosemary has carried this symbolism ever since. Ancient Greeks & Romans planted Rosemary in nearly every garden, believing it offered spiritual protection. Medieval Europeans burned it to cleanse hospital air. Herbal physicians like Dioscorides praised it for its warming, life-giving qualities. Shakespeare echoed this wisdom in Hamlet: “There’s Rosemary, that’s for remembrance.” Across cultures, Rosemary has been used to honor the dead, comfort the grieving & ensure that those we love are never forgotten. Egyptian mummies were often found wrapped in Rosemary as a sign of reverence for the dead. In England & Wales, sprigs of Rosemary were worn at funerals or pinned to clothing to support the grieving process. In some traditions, Rosemary was placed on coffins before burial – a message to both the living & the spirits beyond that the departed would never be forgotten, and would continue to live on in memory. Many of these traditions still live on today. In modern aromatic medicine, Rosemary is called upon for memory support as well as soothing digestion, opening the lungs, boosting mental clarity, and offering balance across the physical, emotional & spiritual body. Rosemary is for the moments when your boots feel stuck in the mud, and you’ve forgotten why you ever started walking. 🌿 Want to go deeper into Rosemary’s magic & medicine? Comment ROSEMARY to receive our FREE full-length Rosemary feature inside the Aromatic Medicine Garden. ✨ 1-hour Rosemary plant talk video with clinical herbalist & aromatherapist Erika Galentin ✨ 21-page monograph PDF ✨ History & folklore wisdom ✨ Aromatherapy & herbal uses ✨ Physical, emotional, mental & spiritual benefits ✨ Cultivation tips ✨ Recipes for oil infusions, tinctures, glycerites, electuaries, herbal vinegar & more
THE AROMATIC CONNOISSEUR SERIES IS BACK 🌿 A few w THE AROMATIC CONNOISSEUR SERIES IS BACK 🌿 A few weeks ago, I launched a brand-new 3-part series for people who want to go much deeper into the aromatic materials they work with. Not just using them, but understanding where they come from, what makes one truly exceptional, and how we can help protect the plants behind them. Now all 3 classes are fully recorded and released, I’m incredibly happy with how they turned out, and we’ve gotten some great feedback from our first students. So to celebrate the release of all 3 lessons, I’m reopening the doors for 2 days at our original inaugural pricing. 🌎 SOURCE IT Find exceptional, high-quality, responsibly sourced aromatics—and suppliers worth trusting. 👃 KNOW IT Learn what makes an aromatic truly exceptional and develop your own ability to recognize quality. 🌿 PROTECT IT Explore sustainability, regeneration, threatened aromatics, harvesting pressure, and our role as ambassadors of the plants. All 3 classes are ready to watch immediately. Today + tomorrow only: $45/class or $117 for all 3. After that, the pricing increases. Learn more at the link in our bio. https://members.aromaticmedicineschool.com/the-aromatic-connoisseur/
🔥 DID YOU ENTER YET? Our sister company, Higher M 🔥 DID YOU ENTER YET? Our sister company, Higher Mind Incense, is giving away 5 complete Botanical Incense Crafting Kits! If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to make your own natural incense from real aromatic plants, woods, resins, herbs and spices, this is for you. 🌿 5 kits. 5 winners. 👉 To enter, head over to @highermindincense and find the original GIVEAWAY post from yesterday. Follow the instructions there to enter, and make sure you: Follow @highermindincense (following us here at NWSAM doesn’t count as an entry!) And leave your entry comment on the original @highermindincense giveaway post, not this one, so we don’t miss you. While you’re there, help us spread the word by sharing the giveaway post to your stories or sending it to a friend who would love to dive deeper into the world of incense. We’ll be choosing 5 winners soon! 🔥🌿 👉 Head over to @highermindincense to enter. Good luck! ;)
GIVEAWAY! 🌿🔥 Our sister company, Higher Mind Ince GIVEAWAY! 🌿🔥 Our sister company, Higher Mind Incense, is giving away 5 complete Incense Crafting Kits! If you’ve followed us here for a while, you know how much of our work at The Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine revolves around understanding aromatic plants more deeply—not just their uses, but their traditions, origins, and the many ways we can work with them. Higher Mind Incense is where we get to put much of that into practice through the actual aromatic plants, resins, woods, incense materials, and tools we work with. And we're ready to put some real energy into growing that community! Want to win one of 5 Incense Crafting Kits? To enter: 1. Follow @highermindincense ← This is important! Following NWSAM does not count as an entry. 2. Head over to @highermindincense, like the giveaway post + leave a comment. 3. Sign up for the new FREE 5-part Sacred Smoke Guide through the link in the @highermindincense bio. 4. In your comment, tell us what you’d most like to learn about incense—crafting your own, traditional medicinal uses, aromatic plants and materials, ancient incense traditions, or anything else. That’s it! We’ll randomly choose 5 people to receive a complete Botanical Incense Crafting Kit on Tuesday, September 29th. 👉 Head over to @highermindincense to enter! Good luck! 🌿🔥
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