Ethnobotany & Medicinal Use
of Cannabis -
The Healing Effects of CBD, THC and Beyond
6 Live Zoom Sessions
January 6th, February 10th, March 10th, April 7th, May 5th,
5 – 7:30 pm on Tuesdays
*** Join live or watch recordings.
Tuition ~ $300
The Ethnobotany & Medicinal Uses of Cannabis:
CBD, THC and Beyond
For millennia, cannabis has been honored as a sacred plant, a bridge between the human spirit and the natural world. Across cultures, it has been used not only as medicine but as a spiritual ally used in ritual, and healing. In this class we will journey into the ethnobotany of cannabis, its sacred history, cultural significance, and profound role in herbal medicine.
You’ll discover the ancient traditions that revered cannabis, from Indigenous ceremonies to Ayurvedic and Chinese healing practices. We will explore how societies have woven this plant into medicine, ritual, and daily life, connecting the wisdom of the past with modern understanding. This class is an invitation to learn more about a plant that has shaped humanity for thousands of years.
This class will guide you through the energetic and medicinal properties of cannabis, focusing on CBD, THC, and the many cannabinoids and terpenes that interact with the body and mind. You will learn how these compounds can support balance, ease tension, and awaken vitality, all while understanding how to use them safely and mindfully.
We will delve into the subtle ways cannabis interacts with the endocannabinoid system, the body’s internal regulator of harmony. You’ll explore non-psychoactive uses for pain relief, inflammation, and nervous system support using tinctures, teas, oils, meditation, and ritual practices… discovering how cannabis can nourish body, mind, and spirit.
This class is an invitation to approach cannabis with reverence, curiosity, and respect. Through stories, traditional practices, and experiential guidance, you will deepen your connection to this sacred plant, seeing it not only as medicine but as a teacher and ally. This class will guide you into the healing powers of cannabis as an ancient and valuable medicinal plant.
Course taught by Sage L. Maurer ~ Director of The Gaia School of Healing. All classes recorded for future viewing. Students who cannot attend live can watch recordings on their own time.
