The Wisdom of Herbs for Healing & Wellness with Matthew Wood

The Healing Wisdom of Herbs with Matthew Wood

Explore the profound intelligence of nature with master herbalist Matthew Wood. In this episode, we dive into the heart of Western herbalism, subtle energetics, and plant spirit medicine. With over four decades of experience and ten influential books, Matthew shares the evolution of his clinical practice—from traditional intake to intuitive energetic diagnosis—and how he has come to “follow the energy” as his deepest guide.

You’ll learn about:

• How herbs interact with the extracellular matrix to support whole-system healing
• Vitalism and the concept of Viriditas — the green power of life
• The role of constitutional types in diagnosis (Ayurveda, body types, Native traditions)
• The energetic intelligence of mushrooms like Reishi and Chaga
• How modern wellness is shifting in a time of global experimentation and complexity
• Why Matthew honors indigenous and Western herbal traditions over exotic alternatives

Rooted in a deep love for Mother Earth, this conversation is both practical and profound—a call to align with the wisdom of plants, the energy of the Earth, and the healing rhythms of nature.

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