The Mythic Hive & How Bees Heal Us - Ariella Daly

The Mythic Hive & How Bees Heal Us - Ariella Daly

Author: Amber Magnolia Hill January 1, 2024 Duration: 1:25:45

Nothing exemplifies the magic of nature more than honeybees. They are insects yet their colonies are akin to a mammalian being, they produce numerous healing substances from their bodies and within their hives, and they have been revered and mythologized since time immemorial by countless cultures. Beekeepers live longer than folks in any other profession, and being in relationship with bees is deep medicine for the spirit in these frazzled times. Let us relearn ancestral ways of tending and listening to bees so that we may maximize our chances of reclaiming a vibrant and thriving Earth.

RESOURCES:

Ariella's website Honey Bee Wild

Medicine Stories Patreon (3 bonuses for this episode- our extended conversation, 100% off coupon code for Ari's 14 Kindred Bees classes, and a list of my & Ari's favorite beetending resources)

Take our fun quiz Which Healing Herb Matches Your Energy?

Song of Increase: Listening to the Wisdom of Honeybees for Kinder Beekeeping and a Better World by Jacqueline Freeman

The Buzz About Bees: Biology of a Superorganism by Jürgen Tautz

Previous Medicine Stories episode w/ Ariella Know Thyself: Weaving Myth & Magic Into Everyday Life

Check out our Mythic Medicinals herbal & mushroom remedies

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Music by Mariee Siou (from her song Wild Eyes)


Amber Magnolia Hill hosts Medicine Stories from a place of hard-won experience, having navigated her own journey back from exhaustion. As a mother and practicing herbalist, she frames each conversation around the idea that true wellness is a tapestry woven from many threads. You’ll hear discussions that go beyond simple remedies, delving into the practicalities of herbal support, the nuances of metabolic balance, and the often unspoken realities of navigating life as a woman today. This podcast serves as an audio companion for those feeling the pull to slow down and reconnect. Episodes feel like honest talks with a knowledgeable friend, exploring how personal vitality is deeply linked to our relationship with our own bodies, our community, and the natural world. It’s for anyone curious about moving from burnout toward a more grounded and resilient way of living, with Amber’s guidance offering both wisdom and tangible practices. Tune in for a thoughtful blend of personal narrative, herbal wisdom, and collective reflection on what it means to heal.
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