Discover how stress & anxiety affect the body and mind, and learn practical ways to restore balance with herbs, food, breathwork, sleep rituals, and daily habits. Includes a thorough take-home guide with recipes to support your own calm routine.
https://www.mercantileapothecary.com/event-details/the-science-of-calm-herbs-habits-healing-practices-for-stress-anxiety-2
LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE. Pre-registration required. You may purchase tickets online (link below) or in-store during business hours.
You’ll learn about:
- How the fight / flight / freeze response affects mind & body
- Stress hormones and their effects
- The HPA axis & gut-brain connection explained simply
- The difference between sympathetic (stress) and parasympathetic (healing) nervous systems
- How stress depletes essential vitamins & minerals
- Herbs that calm the nervous system & build resilience
- How to support better sleep naturally
- Breathing techniques you can use anytime, anywhere
- Importance of stillness & quiet time, and how to incorporate them into daily life
- Everyday food & lifestyle choices that protect your nervous system
📖 Take-Home Packet Includes:
- Herb Quick Guide with Recipes
- Sleep Hygiene Tips
- Breathing Toolbox reference sheet
- Stress vs. Calm Loop diagram
- Class Notes
Who this is for:
Anyone who wants grounded, family friendly herbal strategies. Beginners welcome.
Bring a notebook, a pen, your reading glasses, and your favorite mug if you want to taste tea in style. Come curious, leave prepared.
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Accessibility: Let us know in advance if you have any mobility, sensory, or other needs. We'll do our best to accommodate.
Photography: We occasionally take photos during class to share the good vibes online. Let us know before class if you'd rather not be included.
Whether you're new to herbalism or brushing up on the basics, this class is designed to be fun, practical, and empowering.
Herbal tea and a light snack will served.
No refunds, however you may transfer your ticket to a future class or to another guest if you are unable to make it!
**Ticket Pricing Explained:
Sliding Scale Pricing - Choose What Works for You
We believe herbal education should be accessible, and we trust our community to pay what they can.
$35 - Supported Rate: For those who need a little help right now. No questions asked. You’re welcome here.
$45 - True Cost: This covers the class, materials, and time fairly. It keeps the lights on and the herbs flowing.
$55 - Pay-It-Forward Rate: Helps fund future classes and offsets costs for those who need the supported rate. Thank you for lifting others up.
(A small service fee will be added during checkout. I apologize for this inconvenience, my host has started charging me extra for ticket sales.)
No matter which tier you choose, you'll get the full class experience and your own herbal goodies to take home. Just pick the ticket that feels right for you.
This will be an exciting, interactive class! I hope to see you there.
You may also like the following events from The Mercantile Apothecary:
- Next Monday, 6th October, 05:30 pm, Seasonal Immune Support Workshop #2 in Stevenson
- This month, 27th October, 05:30 pm, The Science of Calm: Herbs, Habits & Healing Practices for Stress & Anxiety in Stevenson
- This month, 31st October, 05:00 pm, Trick or Treat at the Mercantile Apothecary! in Stevenson
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