Staying Regulated in a Dysregulated World: Nervous System Herbs for Challenging Times
Tue Feb 03 2026
The world feels heavy right now. Many of us are moving through stress, grief, anger, and exhaustion while trying to stay grounded in our lives and communities.
In this co-hosted episode of The Herbalist’s Path, Mel and Brittany talk honestly about what it looks like to stay regulated during hard times. They explore nervous system support through herbs, foundational practices, and self-awareness — without bypassing what’s happening in the world.
In this episode, we cover:
• Navigating stress & overwhelm
• Why this stress isn’t new for BIPOC communities & why context matters
• Nervines for immediate nervous system support
• Heart-centered herbs for grief
• Milky oats for depleted nervous systems
• Adaptogens for long-term resilience & when to use them
• Foundational practices no tincture can replace
• Herbalist burnout and practicing what you preach
• Joy, laughter, and community care — including caring for yourself
This grounded conversation between two clinical herbalists focuses on resilience, capacity, and caring for yourself so you can keep showing up with integrity and clarity.
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*The information I’ve provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.
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The world feels heavy right now. Many of us are moving through stress, grief, anger, and exhaustion while trying to stay grounded in our lives and communities. In this co-hosted episode of The Herbalist’s Path, Mel and Brittany talk honestly about what it looks like to stay regulated during hard times. They explore nervous system support through herbs, foundational practices, and self-awareness — without bypassing what’s happening in the world. In this episode, we cover: • Navigating stress & overwhelm • Why this stress isn’t new for BIPOC communities & why context matters • Nervines for immediate nervous system support • Heart-centered herbs for grief • Milky oats for depleted nervous systems • Adaptogens for long-term resilience & when to use them • Foundational practices no tincture can replace • Herbalist burnout and practicing what you preach • Joy, laughter, and community care — including caring for yourself This grounded conversation between two clinical herbalists focuses on resilience, capacity, and caring for yourself so you can keep showing up with integrity and clarity. For full show notes, click HERE: Ready to deepen your herbal practice? Learn more about the Communi Like the show? Got a Q? Shoot us a Text! Now more than ever, we need an herbalist in every home So we're having an Herbalism Is Resistance Sale where you can get get 50% off our foundational herb program, Naturally Healed - Herbal Remedies for the Whole Family Use code RESISTANCE at checkout here Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough? Grab Medicine For The People - An Herbalist's Guide To Showing Up For Your Community In Times of Need It's loaded with ideas and resources to help you help others!💚 Click here to ge We're seeing more home herbalists pop up in the world today, and it's so beautiful to see! That also truly skilled and knowledgeable herbalists that can go beyond surface level herbalists, and guide others on their healing journey. If you're feeling that call, I invite you to check out the Community Herbalist Certification & Mentorship here. Support the show If you love the show and learned something new, please don't forget to leave us a bunch of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐! And, share it with your friends so that we can make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers Join Me In These Places Too: tiktok.com/@herbalistspath instagram.com/theherbalistspath facebook.com/TheHerbalistsPath pinterest.com/TheHerbalistsPath youtube.com/c/TheHerbalistsPath Disclaimer: *The information I’ve provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.