SWIHA Blog

Have you ever stood in a garden and felt the calming power of lavender, the gentle energy of chamomile, or the invigorating scent of peppermint? These aren’t just pleasant experiences—they’re introductions to the ancient and powerful practice of Western Herbalism, a path of healing that begins with the natural world around us.

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Topics: western herbalism, Herbal Classes, Herbalist, Holistic Herbal Remedies

“When things don’t go as your plan or back-up plan, don’t sulk. Make new plans! The sun doesn’t stop shining just because of dark clouds.” - Unknown

Suzanne O’Gara did just that. Suzanne is a woman who has lived in many roles: singer, teacher, belly dancer, business owner, herbalist, mother, wife, and many more. Her life before SWIHA was very different, and when plans didn’t go her way, she didn’t let that stop her.

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Topics: western herbalism, SWIHA, entrepreneur, Natural Healing, Herbal Medicine, herbal remedies, natures herbs, Holistic Herbal Remedies, make medicine, flower medicine