Dark Herbalism Exposed: How the Poison Path Turns Trauma Into Spiritual Alchemy

Host: Jason Rigby

 

Guest: Coby Michael, Occult Herbalist and Author of The Poison Path Grimoire

 

Buy the Book: Get The Poison Path Grimoire and The Poison Path Herbal in the show notes below!

 

Episode Overview

 

In this riveting episode of Higher Density Living, host Jason Rigby sits down with occult herbalist Coby Michael to explore the forbidden and transformative world of the Poison Path Grimoire. Dive into the mysteries of dark herbalism, where plants like Belladonna, Datura, and Foxglove serve as spiritual allies, shattering egos, reflecting shadows, and unlocking ancient wisdom. Coby reveals how poison isn’t just a physical threat—it’s a rebellious mirror to our deepest fears, offering a path to empowerment and rebirth. From plant spirit communication to the psychedelic renaissance, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking authentic spiritual growth beyond the "Frosted Flakes" sugar-coated norm.

 

Key Topics Covered

• The Poison Path as a Mirror: How poison plants reflect hidden aspects of the self (01:22)
• Shadow Work with Poison Plants: Unveiling the seductive and shameful facets of the shadow (03:48)
• Ego Death vs. Physical Death: Safely navigating nightshades for alchemical transformation (06:51)
• Poison as Rebellion: The Promethean archetype and modern defiance of societal norms (10:52)
• Balancing Balm and Bane: Maintaining equilibrium on the crooked path (14:43)
• Plant Spirit Communication (Phytonosis): How Belladonna and Foxglove speak through images and feelings (18:21)
• The Otherness of Poison: Reconciling the occult with everyday life (20:57)
• Veneficium and Love Potions: Lessons on love, self-love, and boundaries from Venusian plants (25:22)
• Belladonna’s Warrior Spirit: Tapping into martial energy for personal and systemic battles (33:32)
• Yew Tree Self-Sacrifice: Odin’s ritual and shedding the self for growth (36:14)
• Poison Path vs. Psychedelic Renaissance: A grounded alternative to Ayahuasca tourism (43:30)
• Animism and Plant Consciousness: Reshaping our bond with the natural world (52:18)
• Legacy of the Poison Path: Empowerment and rethinking poison over the next decade (53:59)

 

Timestamps & Detailed Breakdown

 

00:01 - Introduction: Welcome to the Wild World of the Poison Path

• Jason introduces Coby Michael's Poison Path Grimoire, teasing the power of plants like Belladonna and Datura to "kill your ego" and "set you free."
• Keywords: Poison Path, dark herbalism, spiritual allies, ego death.

 

00:36 - Coby Michael Joins the Show

• Coby expresses excitement for the discussion, setting the stage for a deep dive into occult herbalism.

 

01:22 - The Poison Path as a Mirror

• Coby explains how "poison" i