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Have you ever watched the caterpillar of a monarch butterfly weave a chrysalis? It hangs golden-green among the fragrant blossoms of its favorite plant, milkweed. For thousand of years, egg, caterpillar, chrysalis and butterfly have been intimately connected with milkweed ––a beautiful example of the Gift Cycle. Again and again in nature, we find the Gift Cycle revealed. Creativity—Transformation—Rest—Renewal. We see these patterns everywhere: in stories of caterpillars, in the microbial communities that inhabit us, in the miracle of creation. Tonic herbalism becomes an invitation to remember that relationship, and to respond with curiosity, humility, and care. When we work with plants as tonics, with the rhythm of the Gift Cycle, we see plant chemistry from a different angle—one that understands our internal rhythms, systems, and behaviors as already in conversation with this chemistry, expecting its guidance rather than intervention. From this perspective, we are not masters of the ecological mind, but participants within it…prisms through which its intelligence can flow. In The Tonic Way with Guido Masé, we’ll explore how to work with tonic herbs through the Gift Cycle. Comment gift or tap the link in our bio @botanicwise to join us! https://botanicwise.com/shop/programs/courses/the-tonic-way-an-invitation-to-remember-with-guido-mase/
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What if we stopped waiting for crisis… and started strengthening what already wants to thrive? In a world that moves fast and reacts quickly, tonic herbalism offers something steadier. Comment tonic and we’ll send you a link to learn more. Or tap the link in our B I O @botanicwise https://botanicwise.com/shop/programs/courses/the-tonic-way-an-invitation-to-remember-with-guido-mase/
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In our upcoming (and free!) webinar, Listening to Plants, Guido shares his personal story of how these ideas have shaped how he works with herbs for true healing. In this webinar… 🌿Guido will share fascinating insights from emerging science that echo what plant traditions have always known: herbalism is an ancient practice of alignment. 🌿We’ll see our herbal allies in a new light—not just as remedies we take, but as companions in our daily rhythms through feeling, resonance, and attention. And how these companions can slowly and tactfully guide our everyday experiences. 🌿Learn simple heartfelt practices that profoundly enhance your connection to the healing power of plants. Join us on Thursday, March 26 at 6pm ET! Register now for free at the link in our B I O or comment listen and we’ll send you the link directly. https://botanicwise.com/shop/programs/webinar-events/listening-to-plants-creativity-resonance-renewal-with-guido-mase/
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Curious about the science behind herbal bitters? Join herbalist Guido Masé for a fascinating webinar exploring how bitters influence digestion, metabolism, immunity—and hormones like GLP-1 and PYY. 📅 March 19, 2026 🕕 6:00 pm EDT This special event also supports beloved herbal elder David Hoffmann, with all proceeds helping cover his medical expenses. David will even be making a special appearance. 🌿 Comment “bitters” below and we’ll send you the link to join. https://botanicwise.com/shop/programs/webinar-events/bitters-the-body-new-science-ancient-wisdom-with-guido-mase/
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A prayer for peace from the Andes mountains of Ecuador. 🌺 Sit quietly under a giant fuchsia in the Ecuadorian Andes… and the hummingbirds will come.  🌺🧚🏽 Dozens swoop, hover, and dive for nectar in the equatorial sun— a dazzling dance from one of the most hummingbird-rich regions on Earth. Proof that stillness has its rewards. ✨ Bring the wonder and magic of hummingbirds into your home on Wednesday, 5 PM ET! http://botanicwise.com/shop/programs/webinar-events/journey-with-the-hummingbirds-with-rocio-alarcon-and-deb-soule/ #HummingbirdReel #EcuadorTravel #AndesMagic #NatureLovers #TinyWonders WildMoments PauseAndNotice
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Raise your hand if this is you. 👋🏼Here’s to all of it — the hot flashes, the forgetfulness, the wild hair and wild hearts. May our tea be strong, our hearts open, and a cool breeze blowing. On November 11, join the “daring dozen,” a raucous group of herbalists ready to share their secrets and answer your questions on the topic of menopause and beyond! Tap the link in my bio to register for free. We want to hear your menopause questions! https://botanicwise.com/shop/programs/webinar-events/a-menopause-panel-of-hilarity/# #HerbalSisterhood #PlantMagic #EmpoweredWomen #HerbalWisdom #WildAndWise #MenopauseSupport #PerimenopauseJourney #HotFlashHumor #MidlifeMagic #WiseWomanTradition #HormoneHarmony #RadiantMidlife #MenopauseMatters #ThriveInMidlife
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The Tonic Way: Exploring Resilience and Relationship with Guido Masé
Listening to Plants: Creativity, Resonance & Renewal with Guido Masé
Bitters & the Body: New Science, Ancient Wisdom with Guido Masé
From Soil to Cell: Why Minerals Matter with Paul Bergner
Herbs for Cold and Flu: An Updated Toolkit with 7Song
Hot, Wild & Wise: Discover Your Herbal Guide to Menopause Magic
A Menopause Panel of Hilarity - Free Webinar!
Healing with Nature: Holistic Cancer Care Q&A with Chanchal Cabrera
Roundtable Discussion: Thyroid Health
How to Get Your Groove Back: The Thyroid/Adrenal Connection with Phyllis Light
Living Your Best Life with Charis Lindrooth
The Magic of Plants with Chanchal Cabrera
Optimize Your Neurochemistry with Charis Lindrooth
Plant Wisdom with Paul Bergner: Field Notes from a Clinical Herbalist
Maximize Your Memory with Charis Lindrooth
Mind Over Matter with Charis Lindrooth
ON SALE NOW! Respiratory Resilience with Christopher Hobbs
Building Resilience: The Guide to Holistic Cancer Care with Chanchal Cabrera