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[niankhsekhmet.livejournal.com]

I got this on one of my herb lists. It's a great list of what characteristics make a good herbalist. I had to share.


Good herbalist qualities:
....Humility
....doesn't talk over your head, and makes sure that you understand them
...doesn't tell you (and everyone else who comes in) how many parasites you have
...talks with you, not at you
...doesn't sound like they're reciting at you...
...has dirty fingernails, sap stains on clothing...
...starts out by exploring lifestyle and nutrition issues
...recognizes the good things you are already doing for your health
...doesn't hurry
...starts herbal treatments with mild and nutritive (and tasty!) plant-foods
...only uses the more sedative or stimulating plants as clearly indicated
...helps you feel like you are in charge of your health
...talks to plants
...dances and sings (well, maybe)

here's one that a good herbalist DOESN'T say:

"Since I've been using herbs I've NEVER gotten sick"