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Topical Medicine
April 24, 20260Comments

Anti-Aging Aromatics: Herbs & Essential Oils for Radiant Skin

My friend and I were sitting together recently, enjoying the warm spring afternoon light in the park, talking about everything and nothing. At some point, the conversation turned, as it
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatic History & Lore
Incense as Medicine
Sustainability
March 22, 20260Comments

The Magic & Medicine of Botanical Resins, Part I

The first time I burned Frankincense, something unexpected happened. Within a few breaths, my awareness sharpened, my thoughts grew quieter, and a deep sense of calm washed over me. There
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic Recipes
Herbal Medicine
Ritual
Topical Medicine
March 12, 20260Comments

Aromatic Herbs for Women’s Health

For thousands of years, aromatic plants have been an important part of women's lives. Their fragrances have filled kitchens where stews and herbal teas simmered on the stove, herbal baths
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Herbal Medicine
Human/Plant Connection
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
February 19, 20260Comments

Living in the Age of the AI Herbalist

In late 2025, an investigation by Originality.ai revealed something staggering: roughly 82% of herbal remedy books on Amazon were at least partially generated by AI [1]. Pause for a moment
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic Recipes
Herbal Medicine
Human/Plant Connection
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
February 12, 20260Comments

Aromatic Roots for Winter: Warming & Grounding Herbs

Winter is the most yin of all the seasons: inward, dark, quiet, conserving. In classical Chinese philosophy, yin and yang describe the great rhythm of life, opposing yet interdependent forces
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Alchemy
Natural Perfumery
January 15, 20260Comments

Creating Harmony: The Composition of Natural Perfumes

We live in a world saturated with scent. Our air fresheners, laundry detergents, cosmetics, body products, and even most perfumes are infused with synthetic fragrance compounds designed to imitate nature.
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Human/Plant Connection
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
Sustainability
December 18, 20250Comments

The Sacred Scents of the Season: Frankincense, Myrrh & Beyond

The scents of Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg, and Ginger drift from the oven. Fresh Pine fills the living room from the Christmas tree and evergreen boughs framing the fireplace. Dried Oranges
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Aromatic Recipes
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
December 11, 20250Comments

Plant Allies for Returning the Light: Aromatic Herbs for Hope & Renewal

On the morning of the Winter Solstice, something subtle – but powerful – happens. The world seems to slow down. The sun lingers at its lowest point on the horizon,
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Human/Plant Connection
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
December 4, 20250Comments

Aromatic Rituals for Holiday Stress, Boundaries & Nervous System Support

You’re standing in your childhood kitchen when it begins: your mother casually asking why you’re still single (again), your sister spiraling about seating arrangements, and your uncle launching into opinions
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Ayurveda
Herbal Medicine
Incense as Medicine
Incense Crafting
Natural Perfumery
Plant Profiles
November 7, 20256Comments

Cardamom Benefits: The Ancient Spice for Digestion, Clarity, and Vitality

Imagine a single seed pod, no larger than your fingertip, holding within it the power to kindle digestive fire, clear stagnant breath from congested lungs, and lift the fog of
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Plants have so much to teach us. 🌱 Yes, it’s powe Plants have so much to teach us. 🌱 Yes, it’s powerful to understand how herbs support the body physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually… But some of the deepest lessons plants offer go far beyond their physical uses. They live in the stories carried through tradition, folklore, energetics, and lived experience, revealing ways of understanding healing that can completely transform how we relate to plants. That’s exactly what our special free Yarrow Plant Talk offers. And it’s the spirit behind all of the Plant Talks inside our Aromatic Medicine Garden membership. Because enrollment for the Aromatic Medicine Garden closes this Wednesday, May 27, we wanted to give you a deeper look into this style of learning before the doors close. We've pulled together clips from our most-loved Plant Talks, highlights from the Core Teaching series, and a look at the Remedy tutorials so you can see exactly what your membership would feel like before you decide. You’ll be able to: ✨ Meet your instructor, Erika Galentin ✨ Experience the depth and style of her teachings ✨ Explore the unique approach that bridges herbalism and aromatherapy together ✨ Get a feel for what this learning journey could look like for you The Aromatic Medicine Garden is the only online learning space devoted entirely to the full spectrum of plant medicine... Bringing together herbalism, aromatherapy, energetics, philosophy, remedy-making, and embodied relationship with plants into one cohesive experience. Members often tell us these teachings expanded their practice, helping them feel more confident, connected, and inspired. 🌿 Check out the Sneak Peek Page at the link in our bio. P.S. Your FREE full-length Yarrow Plant Talk is available until Wednesday, May 27 at midnight PST — when the doors to the Garden close for good. If you haven't watched it yet, this weekend is a great time to dive in! Link in bio. #herbaleducation #aromaticmedicinegarden #herbalwisdom #aromaticplants #erikagalentin
If this resonated with you, there's so much more w If this resonated with you, there's so much more where that came from. 🌿 We put together a behind-the-scenes Sneak Peek page so you can get a real feel for what learning inside the Aromatic Medicine Garden is like. It's the only online space devoted to the full spectrum of plant medicine, weaving together herbalism, aromatherapy, energetics, philosophy, and hands-on remedy-making into one holistic path. Inside, you’ll get an immersive look at the Garden experience through: ✨ Clips from our most-loved Plant Talks ✨ Highlights from the Core Teaching series ✨ Remedy-making tutorials and hands-on lessons ✨ A feel for the unique approach that bridges herbalism and aromatherapy together The doors to the Aromatic Medicine Garden close this Wednesday, May 27 at midnight PST. If you’ve been curious, this weekend is the perfect time to explore! 🌱 Check out our Sneak Peek Page at the link in our bio. #herbaleducation #erikagalentin #aroma #freeplanttalk #yarrow
That’s a wrap! If you missed our Aromatic Medicine That’s a wrap! If you missed our Aromatic Medicine Path webinar (or just want to soak it all in again)… The replay is up! And this one is worth clearing your schedule for. Inside this free training, Erika Galentin and I explore what becomes possible when you begin working with aromatic plants holistically... You’ll discover: 🌿 How herbalism & aromatherapy are deeply interconnected 🌿 How aroma can rapidly influence the nervous system, mood & emotional state 🌿 The many ways aromatic plants can be worked with beyond essential oils alone 🌿 How plants support physical, emotional & energetic well-being simultaneously 🌿 Why connecting with the whole plant creates a deeper relationship with healing 🌿 Simple ways to begin crafting your own remedies at home And at the end of the session, we shared a special invitation for those who feel ready to continue exploring this path more deeply inside the Aromatic Medicine Garden. If you’ve been craving a richer, more connected way to learn about and connect with plants, I think you’ll really love this class. 🎥 Watch the replay at the link in our bio. P.S. Enrollment for the Aromatic Medicine Garden Membership is officially open, but only for a limited time. If the replay sparked something, here's what's waiting inside: 🌱 Deep-dive Plant Talks (+ new ones added monthly) 🌱 Live Q&A sessions with Erika Galentin 🌱 Remedy tutorials, monographs, recipes & a full resource library 🌱 A vibrant community of plant lovers walking the same path We’d love to welcome you. Get all the details inside the webinar. ~ Evan #herbaleducation #planteducation #herbalmedicine #freewebinar #aromaticmedicineschool
⏰ Last call! The webinar starts in 2 HOURS! If yo ⏰ Last call! The webinar starts in 2 HOURS! If you’ve felt the call to go deeper with your plant work… If you’ve sensed that there’s more to aromatics than what’s inside an essential oil bottle… If you’re craving a practice that speaks to the whole person—body, mind, and spirit… This is your invitation. In this free webinar, you’ll learn how the path of aromatic medicine brings together the best of herbalism and aromatherapy, expanding your ability to support yourself and others in more powerful, holistic ways. We’ll explore: 🌿 How to work with aromatic plants beyond essential oils 🌿 How aromatic medicine supports emotional and spiritual healing (not just physical) 🌿 Why combining aromatherapy and herbalism brings greater balance and results 🌿 The 6 key body systems most impacted by aromatic plants 🌿 What it means to build a truly connected plant practice ✨ The Aromatic Medicine Path Webinar airs May 21 at 4 PM PST. Grab your free spot now. Link in bio. See you soon!
Today’s the day! ✨ In just a few hours, Erika Gale Today’s the day! ✨ In just a few hours, Erika Galentin and I will be sharing our free Aromatic Medicine webinar... And if you've been curious about what it looks like to work with aromatic plants as one integrated practice, you won’t want to miss this training. Most people are taught to work with herbs and essential oils separately. But historically, they were never meant to be divided. When you begin understanding herbs through both herbalism and aromatherapy together, it opens up a whole new way of working with plants. Inside today’s training, we'll walk you through: 🌿 Why scent is one of the fastest ways to influence the nervous system 🌿 The hidden connections between herbalism & aromatherapy 🌿 How aromatic plants support physical, emotional & energetic well-being simultaneously 🌿 Practical ways to work with aromatic herbs through teas, oils, incense, hydrosols, tinctures & more 🌿 Simple ways to start creating your own natural remedies at home And if you’ve been curious about joining us inside the Aromatic Medicine Garden, this is the perfect opportunity to experience Erika’s teaching style. 🌱 Save your spot at the link in bio & join us today at 4 pm PST! We can’t wait to share this with you! ~ Evan #WebinarToday #herbaleducation #erikagalentin #aromatherapist #plantwisdom #freewebinar
With so much information about herbs and plants on With so much information about herbs and plants online these days, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Google, blogs, AI, social media… everyone seems to have a different answer. So how do you know who to trust? At the NW School of Aromatic Medicine, we believe plant education should be both deeply rooted and responsibly taught, grounded in scientific research, traditional wisdom, and real clinical experience. That’s why we feel so grateful to have clinical herbalist and aromatherapist Erika Galentin leading our teachings inside the Aromatic Medicine Garden. With nearly two decades of clinical practice and formal training through the University of Wales and the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine, Erika brings an incredible depth of wisdom and experience to her teachings. And tomorrow, we’re so excited to be hosting a FREE webinar together exploring the world of aromatic medicine and how herbalism and aromatherapy were never meant to be separated. ✨ Join us tomorrow, May 21 at 4 pm PST We’ll explore: 🌿 the power of aromatic plants 🌿 the connection between scent and healing 🌿 how herbalism and aromatherapy work together 🌿 and how to begin working with plants in a more holistic, embodied way Save your spot at the link in bio 🌱 #freewebinar #erikagalentin #planteducation #plantsaremedicine #plantwisdom #herbaleducation
Have you ever felt like something is missing from Have you ever felt like something is missing from your work with herbs or essential oils? Most people are taught to approach herbalism and aromatherapy as completely separate worlds. But historically, they were never meant to be divided. When you begin working with aromatic plants as a complete system — through scent, internal remedies, topical preparations, energetics, and embodied experience — everything starts to connect in a much deeper way. This is the foundation of aromatic medicine. And tomorrow, clinical herbalist and aromatherapist Erika Galentin and I will come together for a free webinar exploring how herbalism and aromatherapy can work together as one holistic practice. Inside this free training, you’ll discover: 🌿 Why scent is one of the fastest ways to influence stress, mood, memory, and the nervous system 🌿 The wide range of aromatic applications and herbal remedies 🌿 The hidden connections between herbalism and aromatherapy often overlooked 🌿 How to work with plants across physical, emotional, and energetic layers 🌿 The 6 body systems most deeply impacted by aromatic medicine 🌿 Simple ways to begin crafting your own multi-sensory natural remedies This training is an invitation into a new (and very old) way of working with plants. Back to the roots of plant medicine. And we can't wait to share this with you. 🌱 Comment WEBINAR and we’ll send you the details to save your spot! ____________ #herbalism #aromatherapy #aromaticmedicine #herbaleducation #herbalist #aromatherapist
As a plant person, you already know: Herbs and aro As a plant person, you already know: Herbs and aromatic plants offer so much more than essential oils, supplements, and recipes. But where do you go to learn the full story of a plant? That’s exactly why we created the Aromatic Medicine Garden, which we just opened the doors to this week for a limited time. It’s the only online learning space devoted entirely to the union of herbalism and aromatherapy, bringing together science, story, energetics, philosophy, remedy-making, and deep relationship with plants into one immersive experience. At the heart of the Garden is our instructor Erika Galentin, a clinical herbalist and aromatherapist with more than 2 decades of experience. Her teaching feels less like a lecture and more like a conversation around the campfire, where folklore, clinical wisdom, and plant spirit all come together. Members describe her lessons as: “Intoxicating.” “Addicting.” “The holy grail of aromatic plant medicine.” And to celebrate the Garden opening, we’re giving you free access to one of our most-loved Plant Talks: ✨ Yarrow Inside this free lesson, you’ll explore: 🌿 The mythology & folklore behind the plant 🌿 Why Yarrow is known as the “Wounded Warrior & Healer” 🌿 Traditional uses in herbalism & aromatherapy 🌿 How it supports digestion, circulation, skin, menstrual health & more 🌿 Emotional balance & energetic boundaries 🌿 Yarrow’s botany & how to grow it 🌿 How to use Yarrow tea, tincture, flower essence, hydrosol, infused oil, incense & more 🌿 A detailed downloadable monograph with recipes & instructions This is what makes these Plant Talks different. They don’t just teach what plants do; they explore the stories plants carry, the symbolism they embody, and the ways humans have related to them across generations. When you begin exploring through that lens, herbs become more than remedies. They become a part of your life. But don't wait... This free talk disappears in 1 week. After that, it's members-only. 🌱 Watch the full free Yarrow Plant Talk at the link in our bio. #freeplanttalk #planteducation #yarrow #herbaleducation #herbalremedies #naturalremedies #aromaticplants #herbalwisdom
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