What you'll learn
- Students will learn a brief history of the use of medicinal plants
- Students will learn the differences between herbs and herbals
- Students will learn about healing teas made from herbs
- Students will learn about specific herbs used for specific pains
- Students will learn about herbs and cosmetics
- Students will learn how to make healing herb teas.
Requirements
- No previous course work is required for this course.
Description
Healing-The Shaman’s Way Using Herbs for Pain is a hands-on do-it-yourself course that provides specific instructions in making herb teas and salves, herbs for the following types of physical pain: migraine, arthritis, stomach, back, and feet. The herbs and their suggested uses presented in this course include Feverfew, Basswood, and yarrow for migraine for example. Aloe Vera, Boswellia, and Willow Bark are among those suggested for arthritis. Fennel, Holy Basil, and Peppermint. Are recommended for stomach issues. Among the herbs suggested for back pain are Arnica and Devil’s Claw. Rosemary and chamomile claim a special spot for foot pain. Anxiety and its various types are discussed and have several herbs are recommended for its relief. Among those are Hops, Lemon Balm, and St. John’s Wort. Skincare is a major concern and expense. There are herbal remedies that not only are cost-worthy but actually benefit the skin. For example, these herbs include Aloe Vera, Sage, and Oat Straw. Hair is another major concern, particularly the loss of hair. There are several herbs that help maintain healthy hair as well as prevent hair loss. These herbs include the following: Ginkgo Biloba and Stinging Nettles. Potentially harmful herbs and their effects are included in this course.
Who this course is for:
- This course is designed for anyone 18 years or older who has an interest in natural medicine and healing.
Instructor
Norman Wilson began his training in natural healing at age 7. His teacher was a MiqMaq healer. For ten years from early spring to the first of September, he spent his time in the Baskatong Reserve, Quebec being quietly trained by Elisapie. He is not a Native American nor a First Nation person of Canada. Wilson has two doctorates: one in the humanities; and the other in metaphysical humanism. He is a retired college professor and a cognitive-behavioral therapist. Additionally, Dr. Wilson is the author of hundreds of articles on the Internet, over 25 books, and instructional videos. He is a Reiki Master and holds certifications in Crystal Healing, Herbs, and essential oils.