Did you know that plants have six dimensions?
Plants, like people, are multidimensional. When we take the time to understand their many facets, we deepen our relationship with them. We begin to know them better.
Why is this important? Why do we need a relationship with plants?
Like our relationship with a partner, when we truly understand the nature of the plants in our apothecary, a feeling of intimacy… partnership… and reciprocity begins to inform our intuitive and scientific approaches to plant medicine.
Imagine sitting at the feet of an elder, eager to listen and learn from their life-long experiences. Plants, with millennia of creative wisdom, are our elders too. Anyone can benefit from learning from these elders.
There is no finite end to this relationship, no moment where one says, “I’ve learned everything.” Whether beginner or advanced herbalist, whether clinician or home healer, it’s essential to keep learning.
Learning from herbalist Paul Bergner…
Most people, including many herbalists, know only a few dimensions of an herb. We first learn about an herb as being “good for” something, a condition, a symptom, or some physiological function, and then use the herb only from that one dimension.
When we understand that the plant we are working with is multidimensional, we develop a holistic relationship with it, profoundly opening up its healing power.
For over 5 decades, Paul has worked with healing plants in a clinical setting. Addressing the health issues of thousands of patients, he developed a deep understanding that a “silver bullet” approach did not serve them. Instead, he worked tirelessly to fully grasp the nuance of each herb in his toolkit.
During this time, he meticulously mapped out 6 qualities, or dimensions, of over 100 herbs. This revelation allowed him to craft custom formulas that matched the patient’s symptoms with the herbs’ energetics.
The Six Dimensions of Herbs
- 🌿 Temperature
- 🌿 Humidity
- 🌿 Tone
- 🌿 Tissues
- 🌿 Actions
- 🌿 Taste
This is Paul’s life work. Decades of deep embodiment of plant knowledge, experience, and discernment create an herbal elder. Paul’s vast experience speaks to this.
In Plant Wisdom with Paul Bergner, he is ready to share…
- How to get away from a “silver bullet” approach and see the big picture
- How to choose the best herbs using differentials and energetics
- Herbal analogs for hard-to-find herbs
- The art of formulation - how to combine herbs and amplify their potency
- The nuance of herbal actions and the 6 dimensions of herbs to build your apothecary
What's in the Curriculum?
These live classes will be recorded, with replays being posted the next day. You have access to them forever.
About Your Teacher
Paul Bergner
Paul Bergner is Director of the North American Institute of Medical Herbalism. He is a medical herbalist, clinical nutritionist, educator, author, and naturalist. He has studied and practiced natural medicine, nutrition, and medical herbalism since 1973, has written seven books, and has published and edited the Medical Herbalism journal since 1989. Paul has taught all aspects of clinical herbalism/nutrition since 1996 and has taught academically at university undergraduate and master's levels. He has mentored more than 400 students through 8-month clinical residency programs.
This is the chance of a lifetime. Don’t miss this opportunity to sit with an herbal elder and learn from over five decades of clinical herbal experience!
Plant Wisdom with Paul Bergner
Fields Notes from a Clinical Herbalist
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Quick Reference Guide to Materia Medica in Six Dimensions
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A vibrant active community to support you
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Lifetime access to program
100% Worth It!
We are so committed to our programs we will happily refund your full tuition price within 30 days of purchase if you are unhappy with it.
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Program Overview
Plant Wisdom is a 12-hour program divided into easily digestible twice-weekly classes over 3 weeks. Paul Bergner will do a deep dive into the properties that make our favorite herbs potent and effective medicines.
You will learn:
- The Six Dimensions of Medicinal Herbs
- Herbs for the Nervous System: Supporting relaxation, physical comfort, and sleep
- The Bitter Herbs: Describing members of eight categories of bitter herbs
- Alteratives for Blood purification and Detoxification
- Hot Herbs: Spice medicines for acute and chronic conditions
- Topical herbs for infections, inflammation, and wounds
- Demulcents, Immune tonics, and adaptogens
Yes! The replays of the live classes will be posted within 24 hours, and your access to them never expires.
This course will take place within BotanicWise’s virtual Mighty Network Community.
The BotanicWise virtual community is compatible with all devices so you can conveniently access all class materials at home or on the go. You can download the Mighty Networks App directly from the App Store or Google Play Store by searching for "Mighty Networks." The iOS app is compatible for both iPhone and iPad, and the Android app is designed to work perfectly on your favorite Android device. Otherwise, you can use Text Me the App, the prompt at the bottom of your Personal Settings page of your Mighty Network account.
Who Is This Program Perfect For?
The course is perfect for all levels of herbal medicine students, from beginner to advanced.
This is an online program that requires a computer, laptop, or device with internet access. If you lack the technology or know-how to participate online, this program may not be an option for you.
Tuition and Guarantee
Full tuition for this in-depth course is $325.
There is no expiration date for access to course materials.
No, there is no need to renew membership. Your tuition includes ongoing access to course materials.
Yes! We offer a 100% “Worth It” guarantee. We are so committed to our programs we will happily refund you your full tuition price if you are unhappy with the course. Refunds must be requested within 30 days of purchase.
We accept all major credit cards as well as PayPal.
Yes, we do have a scholarship program. Click here to apply for financial assistance.
Last Little Details
This program was developed over a period of more than twenty-five years, and delivered in various formats to hundreds of advanced students of herbalism, nutrition, and naturopathic medicine as part of their pre-clinical training.
Yes! Classes include live Q&A sessions, plus you may reach out with questions at any time via the BotanicWise community chat feature.
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