The Magic & Medicine of Resins - Part 1

Across cultures and continents, tree resins have been revered for thousands of years in religious and spiritual practices, rituals, ceremonies, meditation, and traditional medicine systems. In this video, Evan Sylliaasen, founder of the Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine and Higher Mind Incense, explores the fascinating world of botanical resins. From their ancient history as sacred tools to their therapeutic properties and role in perfumery, incense, and traditional medicine, tree resins are among the most versatile botanicals we can work with. You’ll learn: • What tree resins actually are (and how they differ from tree sap) • Why cultures around the world consider them sacred • The therapeutic properties of tree resins • How resins are used in incense, perfumery, and traditional medicine • Why they belong in every herbal first aid kit • How to begin working with tree resins in your own incense or ritual practice If you’re curious about Frankincense, Myrrh, Copal, Pine resin, and other aromatic tree resins, this video will introduce you to the magic and medicine of these ancient botanicals. Part 2 will dive deeper into the traditional medicinal applications of resins and share pro tips on how to prepare them for natural remedies at home. Check out the full video blog: https://aromaticmedicineschool.com/tr... 🌿 Shop our resins & all-natural incense: https://www.highermindincense.com/shop – ABOUT THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF AROMATIC MEDICINE – Since our founding in 2014, we’ve helped thousands of students worldwide develop the confidence and skills to craft their own incense, natural perfume, and herbal remedies and products. Our mission is to help you reconnect with nature through the art of aromatics and explore the ritual of scent in all its forms. We offer in-depth courses on natural perfumery, incense crafting, and aromatic medicine, plus a monthly membership program to the Aromatic Medicine Garden, a growing library of in-depth Plant Talk videos, and comprehensive Aromatic Plant Monographs packed with recipes and educational insights. We also provide free resources through our blog and video channels to support your aromatic journey. – RESOURCES – 🌿 Check out our course offerings and get the FREE Art of Incense Crafting Ebook here: https://aromaticmedicineschool.com/pr... 🌿 Get a Free Plant Talk issue from the Aromatic Medicine Garden membership: https://aromaticmedicineschool.com/ar... 🌿 Learn more about the Aromatic Medicine Garden membership: https://aromaticmedicineschool.com/ar... 🌿 Visit our blog full of more free videos and educational articles: https://aromaticmedicineschool.com/blog/ Follow us for free daily inspiration and plant education: Facebook:   / northwestschoolofaromaticmedicine   Instagram:   / aromatic_medicine   – DISCLAIMER – This video is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider for medical advice.