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Nov 2023
1h 15m

#209 Tonic Herbalism & Taoist Practice F...

Mason J. Taylor
About this episode

In today's episode Mason takes the guest seat and sits down to chat with Melissa Ambrosini on her #1 rated podcast; The Melissa Ambrosini Show Melissa is a multiple bestselling author, keynote and TEDx speaker, and queen of mastering your Mean Girl. 

In this explorative and thought provoking conversation, Mason shares the download on Taoist tonic herbalism, conscious conception/birth, how to incorporate SuperFeast herbs into your daily life/family culture, the signature China sourcing that makes SuperFeast so unique and the importance of tradition and lore in herbal cultivation. Mason also runs us through the practice of Gua Sha and emphasises the importance of connecting to the ancient roots that lay so deeply at its core. With a shared passion for holistic health, Mason and Melissa cover vast ground, their dialog spanning the realms of medicinal mushrooms, tonic herbs and Taoist philosophy. Whether you are new on the herbal path, are a sometimes herbal friend, or a seasoned pro, there are many pearls of wisdom littered for all throughout this informative conversation.     Mason & Melissa discuss:

- Birth Magic & the conscious birth of Mason and Tahnee's two children.

- Taoist Tonic Herbalism.

- SuperFeast sourcing.

- The Three Treasures; Jing, Qi, Shen.

- Longevity and the merit of daily practice in the cultivation of it.

- The SuperFeast origin story.

- Herb dosage for postpartum, breastfeeding and children.

- Gua Sha, what is it and how to utilise it in your life.

 

Resource guide

Guest Links Melissa's Website Melissa's  Podcast Melissa's Facebook Melissa's Instagram Melissa's Twitter Melissa's YouTube Time Magic Book Wholy Mama

Mentioned In This Episode SuperFeast YIN Gua Sha Tool SuperFeast YANG Gua Sha Tool SuperFeast QI SuperFeast JING SuperFeast I Am Gaia SuperFeast Astragalus SuperFeast Mason's Mushrooms

Related Podcasts Gua Sha: Become Your Own Healer with Mason Taylor (EP#174)

 

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Check Out The Transcript Below:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/tonic-herbalism-taoist-practice-for-the-family-culture-with-mason-taylor-on-the-melissa-ambrosini-show-ep-209

 

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