Herbalism for Resilience: Ethical Wildcrafting and Connection with Elaine Sheff

What if the way we’re learning herbalism is actually harming the plants we depend on? In this episode, I sit down with herbalist Elaine Shefff from Green Path Herb School to explore ethical wildcrafting, plant stewardship, and what it really means to be in relationship with the land. As herbalism becomes more popular, it is more important than ever to slow down, observe, and rethink how we harvest and work with plants. If you want to harvest herbs in a way that protects ecosystems and supports future generations, this episode is for you. In this episode: Why ethical wildcrafting matters now more than ever How overharvesting is impacting medicinal plants What sustainable foraging really looks like Why starting with weeds can change everything How to build a relationship with plants over time Bioregional herbalism and working with local medicine Herbalism as a path back to connection and belonging Simple ways to support your community with herbal medicine For full show notes, resources, and links visit: theherbalistspath.com/blog/ethical-resilient-herbalism-elaine-sheff Like the show? Got a Q? Shoot us a Text! If you've been learning herbs for a while, but still feel like you don't know enough, this free live class was made for you! We're going to cover the 3 essential steps to help you go from "dabbling" to feeling confident as an herbalist. Click here to get signed up for the free herb class! Support the show Ready to deepen your herbal skills and knowledge? Whether you're stocking your family's medicine cabinet, building your formulation skills, or stepping into the role of community herbalist, we have a program for you. Learn more here If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸 Join me on: TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube Disclaimer: *The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.