Episode 227 - Be Your Own Shaman with Jane Barlow Christensen
Jun 19, 2024
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Author and herbalist Jane Barlow Christensen discusses herbalism and healing plants in the podcast. They talk about creating an herbal apothecary, 101 healing plants, health conditions and their remedies, and the importance of natural healing. The episode also covers the significance of psychedelics in spiritual awakening, the legacy of herbal products, and sourcing raw ingredients for quality remedies.
'Be Your Own Shaman' book features 101 healing plants for personal health empowerment.
The resurgence of herbal medicine reflects a shift towards natural healing and spiritual growth.
Deep dives
Book on Medicinal Botany and Plant Medicine
Jane Barlow, author of 'Be Your Own Shaman', discusses her book that honors her father's legacy in medicinal botany. She updates his work, focusing on plant medicine empowerment to take charge of one's health naturally.
Structured Book Chapters for Ailments and Plant Information
The book is structured with 15 chapters focusing on different ailments like brain health, women's health, and digestion, offering insights on identifying plants, preparation methods, and dosing. It simplifies complex information for easy understanding and practical application.
Family Involvement in Book Illustrations and Research
Jane Barlow's book includes detailed illustrations by her sibling and research assistance from her son. The family involvement showcases dedication to continuing her father's work in herbal medicine and making the content accessible and educational.
Revival of Herbal Medicine and Psychedelics Exploration
The resurgence of herbal medicine and interest in psychedelics and sacred plants is highlighted, emphasizing the shift towards natural healing methods. The book's section on psychedelics offers insights into consciousness elevation and spiritual journeys for personal growth and collective enlightenment.
I'm joined today by author and herbalist Jane Barlow Christensen to chat about herbalism and using common plants in your healing journey.
Simple Steps to Make Your Plants into Your Own Herbal Apothecary with full color pictures. Be Your Own Shaman by Jane Barlow Christensen and Brian Christensen features 101 plants with healing properties. The plants can be found worldwide, and many can be cultivated in your very own garden. Specific health conditions and their healing plants are included with preparation methods.
Jane Barlow Christensen is an herbalist who owns and runs Barlow Herbal Specialties. Jane loves everything natural, holistic, wellness, fitness, and nutrition oriented. She believes it is our right as humans to be vibrantly healthy, that if given the right tools our body knows how to heal, and that each of us is responsible for ourselves and the love, joy, and spiritual and physical health we experience. Jane grew up in rural Idaho as the second of fourteen kids. She has two grown sons and two grandchildren. She lives in Salt Lake City and enjoys hiking all over the mountains of Utah.
Brian R. Christensen is Jane’s younger son and has worked with her professionally for eight years. He has spent hundreds of hours wildcrafting plants in the US Mountain West, notably Lomatium. Brian has a deep love and wisdom for herbs and healing plants. He loves to be with his dog and fiancée in nature, watch football, lift weights, play guitar, and cook up delicious food in the kitchen. Brian was born in a military hospital in Fort Campbell, KY, has lived in Germany and in Northern and Southern California, and currently resides in beautiful Salt Lake City.