PLEASE JOIN US IN WELCOMING RAchael witt, RH (AHG), EWCH ON august 16TH, 2023 AT 5PM PT/6PM MT/7PM CT/8PM ET
Five Elements theory (Wu Xing) is a Chinese philosophy that describes the relationship between the elements of nature and the life force, qi, between them. It allows us to understand the process of change through the interactions of nature and physiology.
In this class, we will review the Five Element theory and how it can be used for health practices as well as a way of living with your local ecosystem. We will discuss the five elements in detail as a way to understand how each element applies to the physical processes in the body, colors, seasons, weather and herbs. In this way, participants will learn how this theory can be used for diagnosis and as a way to tune into seasonal cycles.
In this class you will learn:
· The five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, water
· The interrelationship of the Organs and Elements
· The Five Element Ko and Shen Cycles
· Diagnosis and treatment principles
· Herbal, dietary and lifestyle in relationship to the elements
Rachael is an herbal educator and clinical herbalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She is the founder of Wildness Within; an herbal business that offers consultations, hand-made formulas and products, classes, workshops and an (in-person) apprenticeship program. Rachael’s practice is rooted in seasonal living; incorporating the interconnectedness of natural cycles, energetics and the Five Elements with our health and well-being. She uses Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostics to create herbal treatment plans that include Western, Chinese, Ayurvedic and regional herbs.
Rachael is a bio-regional herbalist, yet she has worked with clients worldwide. Prior to her career in herbalism, she studied and worked as a plant ecologist and environmental educator in Ghana, Puerto Rico, Colombia and various places throughout the United States. She is passionate about ethnobotany and learning how people can integrate local plants as food and medicine. Her path as an herbalist is weaving together the sacred and profane, hands on Earth connection, mind/body/place awareness, as well as customized holistic healing protocols. Learn more about Rachael’s work at www.WildnessWithinLiving.com
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