In this episode of Sacred Sundays, host Ross Tayler welcomes Claire Bonin, a clinical herbalist and witch, to discuss the profound connection between herbalism, nature, and personal healing. Claire shares her journey of building a community of over 95,000 followers on TikTok, emphasizing the reclamation of herbal practices and the importance of connecting with the earth. The conversation includes a guided meditation, insights into the cyclical nature of life, and the role of herbalism in fostering autonomy and healing. Claire highlights the significance of co-regulation in healing and the future of folk medicine as a means of community support.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Claire Bonin and Herbalism
01:46 Guided Meditation Experience
09:01 The Journey of Building a TikTok Following
09:39 Understanding Herbalism and Its Practices
14:01 Herbalism vs. Chinese Medicine
17:00 Aligning with Nature's Rhythms
18:48 Trusting Intuition in Herbalism
21:26 Tuning into Body Wisdom
24:11 The Role of Contemplative Practices
25:05 The Rise of Feminine Wisdom
26:40 Seeking Autonomy in Healing
27:59 Understanding Nervous System Regulation
29:59 The Power of Herbalism
32:49 Community Care and Future of Herbalism
34:46 The Importance of Human Connection
37:20 Exploring Tarot and Intuition
39:33 Bringing the Sacred into Everyday Life
41:31 Introduction to Sacred Sundays
42:01 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
Ross Tayler: https://www.rosstayler.com/
Claire Bonin: Tiktok and instagram @markedbyawitch