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SUMMER OF JOY: YOGA + HERB WORKSHOP
Summer, in traditional herbalism, is a time of joy and excitement — it is the manifestation of outward expression and the essence of fire. This is the yang time of year, filled with abundant energy allowing us to expand, play and grow.
This is the season of the heart and the element of fire in traditional herbal systems, dealing with both the physical symptoms of the heart and heat as well as the emotional and mental disharmonies that can cause stress during this time of year. We need this fire to connect to our heart and have the courage to experience joy, however we also need to remember the importance to rest and clear excess heat within the mind or body to prevent burnout or lack of expression.
In this workshop, we will begin with a juicy slow flow with meditation + cooling breath techniques.
Afterwards, we'll chat while enjoying a variety of cooling teas, focusing on the organ of the heart and the element of fire through different herbal perspectives, as well as food + practices to best harmonize with the energy of the season.
We'll end with medicine making, creating a soothing herbal salve made with calendula + plantain leaf oil, for heat related skin ailments common in the summer months.
All herbs + materials, including a notebook, will be provided.