Gotu Kola and Mental Stamina

Q: Hi Karen

I have ordered all of Susun's books and look forward to reading them all. I haven't been able to find anything on Gotu Kola and was wondering what Susun thinks about this and whether she would recommend it as an infusion.

In addition to trying to get pregnant, I'm also trying to give birth to a dissertation and am finding I'm low on concentration and mental and physical stamina to get significant amounts of writing done. I read that Gotu Kola is helpful in this regard.

Any advice would be appreciated. I continue to make the red clover and nettle infusions daily.

thanks

 

A: In my years of study with Susun I have not heard of her teach about Gotu Kola (though I have heard of the herb). Though she does occasionally recommend an herb from abroad, she focuses on those which
grow locally, usually weeds. Perhaps this article on improving memory will have a few ideas to help.

I feel inclined to suggest Oatstraw infusions drunk regularly, of course in addition to being sure to take regular breaks, walks, fresh air, and get sound night sleeps and solid meals. I have heard that rosemary is good for memory. Although this is not your problem I link this with mental focus. I also find low blood sugar levels can effect this. This is a stressful endeavor, and takes its extra toll on us. This can be remedied simply with frequent small meals consisting of slow carbs and proteins.

Blessings,
Karen Joy
wisewoman@herbshealing.com
www.wisewomanweb.com

 

Q: hi Karen,

thanks so much for all the good advice. I didn't realize that Gotu Kola is a foreign herb. Unfortunately, I didn't react well to Oatstraw when I tried this, probably because I'm sensitive to grains, but I will try the other things you suggest.

with best wishes

 

A: Yes, I would love to hear how you are doing as you try ideas, if you wish to share. Gotu Kola is native to "Australia, Pacific Islands, New Guinea, Melanesia, Malesia and Asia" - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gotu_Kola

lots of love,
Karen Joy