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What Herbalism Is And Why It Chose Me?

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  I am so new to this.  Wanting to know what herbalism is and why it chose me so that I can figure out where to go from here. So herbalism and being a Wiccan kind of go hand in hand but even if you're not Wiccan or pagan or anything of the sorts it really goes hand in hand with the self sustainability of homesteading. So it was a calling that made me, well me.  So what is herbalism?  Herbalism is a way of life. It is being able to forage wild herbs and make your own medicine. To heal yourself from the inside out and help others heal themselves.  What herbalism is not.  Not a replacement for your health care practitioner.  Sometimes you just really need to go see a doctor. Yes, nature can help with so many things and our bodies need that. But there are definitely times where seeking medical attention from a professional is best.  What is herbalism and why did it choose me? This is a loaded question. As a small child I was always drawn to nature. The dirt, the waterways, the trees an