About this episode
In this fresh and delightful episode I sit down with Olivia Amitrano, herbalist, host of the popular What’s the Juice podcast and founder of Organic Olivia, a successful botanical medicines company. Olivia opens up about her transformative journey through herbalism, personal growth, and the essential practice of honest self-reflection on the relationships in our lives and our relationship to ourselves. We dive deep into Olivia’s: First encounters with plants and how this sparked her enduring passion for herbal medicine. Insights on the art of noticing and the power of forming deep, meaningful relationships with the natural world. Exploration of how our health is intricately influenced by our relationships and environments. Personal experiences with codependency, the importance of establishing boundaries, and the journey of self-discovery and the courage it takes to face uncomfortable truths. Revelation that deeper personal changes were needed beyond herbs and foods to heal not just her insulin resistance, but her resistance to making changes in her habits. Realizations about the effects of substances like caffeine and cannabis on her health and well-being. Unique practice of hosting internal funerals to release habits and relationships that no longer serve her. Engagement with "parts" work and internal family systems therapy to understand and heal different facets of herself. Olivia and I share insights about: The use of herbs in dreamwork and their subtle, yet profound, influence on the psyche. How slowing down and allowing plants to guide us can lead to profound personal growth. The intersection of mindfulness and self-compassion in achieving true well-being beyond herbs and foods. Looking for supplements for yourself and your family, including some of those I talk about in episodes? You can find those - and your 15% discount on every order here: avivaromm.com/supplements Mentioned in this episode: Looking for supplements for yourself and your family, including some of those I talk about in episodes? You can find those - and your 15% discount on every order here: avivaromm.com/supplements