Bach Flower Remedies

[MariaDine]

Hello Friends ! :) I'm posting and opening this theme on request of an Avalon member. We will see how to use Healing Herbs Bach Flower Remedies to heal physical and emotional symptoms.
Bach Flower expert Julian Barnard talks about prescribing using Bach's Twelve Healers, Seven Helpers and Second Nineteen, how make a dosage bottle, how to choose a remedy and use combination remedies and five flower cream.

For more information about Bach Flower Remedies and their uses visit: http://www.healingherbs.co.uk


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bach_flower_remedies


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6hDUf7zzO8

Ps- Feel free to add and debate Info and experiences, and as well pose questions, doubts etc, and inclued other videos, texts, etc.

Namasté



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2bcJo0cesE&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL

[MariaDine]

List of the 38 Bach flower remedies

Agrimony One tries to hide haunting thoughts and inner unrest behind a fassade of cheerfulness and carelessness.
Aspen Inexplainable, vague trepidations, premonitions, secret fear of any threatening disaster.
Beech Criticism addiction, arrogance, intolerance. One condemnes others without any empathy.
Centaury Weakness of the own will. Over reaction to the wishes of others. Its good-naturedness is easily made use of. One can't say "no".
Cerato Lack of confidence into the own intuition.
Cherry-Plum Fear to let go; fear of losing the intellect; fear of psychological panic actions; short-tempered temperament outbreaks.
Chestnut Bud The same mistakes are made again and again because one does not process his experiences really and does not learn enough from it.
Chicory Possessive personality attitude that interferes excessively and criticizes. One expects full devotion from its surroundings and breaks into self-pity if one does not get his will.
Clematis Daydreamer, that is always somewhere else with the thoughts; shows little attention for the surroundings.
Crab Apple One feels dirty inside and outside, impurely or infected. "The cleansing blossom."
Elm The temporary feeling that its task or responsibility is too much to be handled.
Gentian Skeptically, doubting, pessimistically, easily dispiritedly.
Gorse Without hope, completely despair.
Heather Self obtained, occupies completely with itself, needs permanently audience. "The small needful child."
Holly Jealousy, suspicion, hate- and envy feelings at all levels.
Honeysuckle Longing for the past; sorry about things passed. Does not live in the present.
Hornbeam Tiredness; mental exhaustion as a condition that lasts for a while or longer.
Impatiens Impatiently, easily irritably, over shooting reactions.
Larch Expectation of failures through lack of self-confidence. Inferiority complexes.
Mimulus Specific fears that one can name; timidity, fear of the world.
Mustard Periods of deep melancholy suddenly come and go without recognizable cause.
Oak The fighter struck down and exhausted, the one who nevertheless continues bravely and never gives up.
Olive Total exhaustion, extreme fatigue of body and spirit.
Pine Self-reproaches, fault feelings, discouragement.
Red Chestnut Exaggerated worries about others.
Rock Rose Extremely acute anxiety states, terror, panic feelings.
Rock Water Severeness and rigid views, suppressed needs, his personality is sacrificed on the altar of its ideals that were set too high.
Scleranthus Irresolute, jerky, unbalanced, Opinion and mood change from moment to the other.
Star of Bethlehem After-effects of bodily, psychological or intellectual shocks. No matter whether taking place long ago or recently. "The soul comforter and pain calmer."
Sweet Chestnut Deepest despair. One thinks that the limit of this which a human being can bear is reached now.
Vervain In the over-zeal to fight for a thing, one over-exploitates its powers. Irritable to fanatical.
Vine Dominating unscrupulously, power-hungrily. "The little tyrant."
Walnut Temporary annihilation feeling, suggestibility and fickleness during decisive new beginning phases in the life. "The blossom that makes the breakthrough."
Water Violet At times: Inner stand-offishness, proud restraint, isolated superiority feeling.
White Chestnut Specific thoughts circle incessantly in the head, one does not get rid of them, inner self conversations and dialogues again and again.
Wild Oat Indetermination of the ambitions, dissatisfaction because one does not find its life's work.
Wild rose Indifferentness, apathy, resignation, inner capitulation.
Willow Inner grudge, bitterness. "The victim of the destiny."

[MariaDine]

Steps


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Know what they are.‎ The‎ ‎‎3‎‎8‎‎ ‎flower‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎are‎ ‎non‎ ‎addictive‎ ‎and‎ ‎can‎ ‎be‎ ‎used‎ ‎with‎ ‎any‎ ‎other‎ ‎medicine‎,‎‎ ‎they‎ ‎can‎ ‎also‎ ‎be‎ ‎used‎ ‎to‎ ‎support‎ ‎the‎ ‎emotions‎ ‎whilst‎ ‎taking‎ ‎common‎ ‎medicine‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎themselves‎ ‎are‎ ‎preserved‎ ‎in‎ ‎brandy‎,‎‎ ‎which‎ ‎acts‎ ‎as‎ ‎a‎ ‎non‎-active‎ ‎ingredient‎‎. This‎ ‎means‎ ‎that‎ ‎the‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎can‎ ‎be‎ ‎kept‎ ‎for‎ ‎a‎ ‎very‎ ‎long‎ ‎time‎.‎‎ ‎

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Learn about their past‎. The‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎flower‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎are‎ ‎a‎ ‎system‎ ‎of‎ ‎‎3‎‎8‎‎ ‎flower‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎that‎ ‎were‎ ‎developed‎ ‎by‎ ‎Dr.‎ ‎Edward‎ ‎Bach‎,‎‎ ‎a‎ ‎pathologist‎,‎‎ ‎homeopath‎ ‎and‎ ‎forward‎ ‎thinking‎ ‎Harley‎ ‎Street‎ ‎doctor‎.‎‎ ‎Dr.‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎used‎ ‎the‎ ‎flowers‎ ‎in‎ ‎his‎ ‎garden‎ ‎at‎ ‎his‎ ‎home‎ ‎in‎ ‎Oxfordshire‎ ‎and‎ ‎matched‎ ‎them‎ ‎up‎ ‎with‎ ‎specific‎ ‎emotions‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎have‎ ‎been‎ ‎used‎ ‎ever‎ ‎since‎ ‎and‎ ‎are‎ ‎still‎ ‎popular‎ ‎today‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎centre‎ ‎in‎ ‎Oxford‎ ‎‎(‎where‎ ‎Dr‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎lived‎)‎‎ ‎is‎ ‎still‎ ‎visited‎ ‎by‎ ‎many‎ ‎today‎ ‎and‎ ‎the‎ ‎trustees‎ ‎at‎ ‎the‎ ‎centre‎ ‎have‎ ‎tried‎ ‎their‎ ‎best‎ ‎to‎ ‎preserve‎ ‎the‎ ‎house‎ ‎and‎ ‎garden‎ ‎where‎ ‎Dr‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎resided‎.‎‎ ‎

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Learn how‎ they are‎ ‎made‎‎. There‎ ‎are‎ ‎two‎ ‎methods‎ ‎of‎ ‎releasing‎ ‎the‎ ‎energy‎ ‎of‎ ‎the‎ ‎flowers‎,‎‎ ‎the‎ ‎first‎ ‎is‎ ‎called‎ ‎the‎ ‎sun‎ ‎method‎,‎‎ ‎where‎ ‎flowers‎ ‎are‎ ‎picked‎ ‎and‎ ‎immersed‎ ‎in‎ ‎water‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎boiling‎ ‎method‎ ‎involves‎ ‎boiling‎ ‎the‎ ‎flower‎ ‎in‎ ‎water‎.‎‎ ‎This‎ ‎liquid‎ ‎acts‎ ‎as‎ ‎the‎ ‎mother‎ ‎tincture‎ ‎and‎ ‎is‎ ‎diluted‎ ‎in‎ ‎equal‎ ‎amounts‎ ‎of‎ ‎brandy‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎stock‎ ‎bottle‎ ‎is‎ ‎diluted‎ ‎further‎ ‎in‎ ‎brandy‎ ‎and‎ ‎is‎ ‎distributed‎ ‎into‎ ‎small‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎bottles‎ ‎for‎ ‎individual‎ ‎use‎.‎

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‎Try to understand how they work. The‎ ‎flower‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎treat‎ ‎the‎ ‎individual‎,‎‎ ‎not‎ ‎the‎ ‎cause‎ ‎of‎ ‎the‎ ‎disease‎ ‎or‎ ‎the‎ ‎symptoms‎ ‎of‎ ‎disease‎.‎‎ ‎Dr‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎believed‎ ‎that‎ ‎our‎ ‎emotions‎ ‎can‎ ‎cause‎ ‎physical‎ ‎problems‎,‎‎ ‎this‎ ‎is‎ ‎apparent‎ ‎today‎ ‎where‎ ‎sufferers‎ ‎from‎ ‎IBS‎,‎‎ ‎insomnia‎ ‎and‎ ‎other‎ ‎stress‎ ‎related‎ ‎ailments‎ ‎are‎ ‎on‎ ‎the‎ ‎rise‎.‎‎ ‎This‎ ‎frame‎ ‎of‎ ‎mind‎ ‎is‎ ‎not‎ ‎new‎,‎‎ ‎as‎ ‎many‎ ‎people‎ ‎believe‎ ‎that‎ ‎a‎ ‎healthy‎ ‎mind‎ ‎equals‎ ‎a‎ ‎healthy‎ ‎body‎.‎‎ ‎

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Who‎ ‎can‎ ‎use‎ ‎them‎?‎The‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎are‎ ‎a‎ ‎brilliant‎ ‎tool‎ ‎for‎ ‎getting‎ ‎through‎ ‎your‎ ‎everyday‎ ‎emotions‎ ‎and‎ ‎struggles‎.‎‎ ‎As‎ ‎there‎ ‎are‎ ‎‎3‎‎8‎‎ ‎in‎ ‎total‎,‎‎ ‎there‎ ‎is‎ ‎a‎ ‎variety‎ ‎of‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎available‎ ‎and‎ ‎you‎ ‎can‎ ‎mix‎ ‎your‎ ‎own‎ ‎for‎ ‎each‎ ‎situation‎.‎‎ ‎Rescue‎ ‎Remedy‎ ‎should‎ ‎also‎ ‎be‎ ‎kept‎ ‎on‎ ‎hand‎ ‎for‎ ‎any‎ ‎stresses‎ ‎or‎ ‎situations‎ ‎where‎ ‎an‎ ‎immediate‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎is‎ ‎needed‎.‎ The‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎are‎ ‎regularly‎ ‎recommended‎ ‎by‎ ‎vets‎ ‎and‎ ‎practitioners‎ ‎of‎ ‎alternative‎ ‎therapies‎.‎‎ ‎They‎ ‎are‎ ‎also‎ ‎used‎ ‎to‎ ‎treat‎ ‎distressed‎ ‎animals‎ ‎on‎ ‎their‎ ‎road‎ ‎to‎ ‎recovery‎.‎‎ ‎Pregnant‎ ‎women‎ ‎also‎ ‎take‎ ‎them‎,‎‎ ‎to‎ ‎help‎ ‎ease‎ ‎the‎ ‎emotional‎ ‎rollercoaster‎ ‎caused‎ ‎by‎ ‎pregnancy‎ ‎and‎ ‎they‎ ‎are‎ ‎also‎ ‎popular‎ ‎for‎ ‎parents‎ ‎to‎ ‎give‎ ‎to‎ ‎their‎ ‎children‎.‎‎ ‎

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How‎ ‎do‎ ‎I‎ ‎take‎ ‎them‎?‎Taking‎ ‎the‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎is‎ ‎easy‎. Firstly, know what the remedies can do for you. Read the information above, visit a few websites and make sure you know how they work.

‎Secondly, choose the right remedy for you. You can do this in many ways, visit a practitioner or even try to match up your feelings to the emotional symptoms.

Get your hands on the remedies! Your practitioner may be able to make up a combination for you, or you can borrow some off your friends or buy them for yourself.

Decide if you want to make an individual combination bottle or from the stock bottle.

Make up your remedies! For‎ ‎a‎ ‎single‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎place‎ ‎‎2‎‎ ‎drops‎ ‎in‎ ‎water‎ ‎and‎ ‎sip‎ ‎at‎ ‎intervals‎.‎‎ ‎For‎ ‎a‎ ‎combination‎ ‎of‎ ‎remedies‎,‎‎ ‎please‎ ‎point‎ ‎below‎.‎


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Expect a wide array of results‎. No‎ ‎one‎ ‎feels‎ ‎just‎ ‎one‎ ‎emotion‎,‎‎ ‎but‎ ‎often‎ ‎a‎ ‎mixture‎.‎‎ ‎Hate‎ ‎may‎ ‎be‎ ‎present‎ ‎along‎ ‎with‎ ‎jealousy‎,‎‎ ‎despondency‎ ‎or‎ ‎whatever‎ ‎else‎ ‎the‎ ‎individual‎ ‎feels‎.‎‎ ‎For‎ ‎situations‎ ‎where‎ ‎a‎ ‎variety‎ ‎of‎ ‎emotions‎ ‎are‎ ‎present‎,‎‎ ‎a‎ ‎combination‎ ‎of‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎can‎ ‎be‎ ‎mixed‎ ‎up‎ ‎to‎ ‎save‎ ‎on‎ ‎time‎.‎‎ ‎Mixture‎ ‎bottles‎ ‎usually‎ ‎come‎ ‎in‎ ‎‎3‎‎0‎ mls‎,‎‎ ‎two‎ ‎drops‎ ‎of‎ ‎each‎ ‎chosen‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎is‎ ‎added‎ ‎into‎ ‎the‎ ‎mixing‎ ‎bottle‎.‎‎ ‎You‎ ‎can‎ ‎combine‎ ‎up‎ ‎to‎ ‎seven‎ ‎remedies‎ ‎at‎ ‎one‎ ‎time‎ ‎in‎ ‎the‎ ‎mixing‎ ‎bottle‎,‎‎ ‎then‎,‎‎ ‎top‎ ‎the‎ ‎bottle‎ ‎up‎ ‎with‎ ‎spring‎ ‎water‎ ‎adding‎ ‎some‎ ‎brandy‎ ‎as‎ ‎a‎ ‎preservative‎.‎‎ ‎Take‎ ‎‎4‎‎ ‎drops‎ ‎from‎ ‎this‎ ‎bottle‎ ‎a‎ ‎minimum‎ ‎of‎ ‎‎4‎‎ ‎times‎ ‎a‎ ‎day‎.‎


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Learn what‎ ‎is‎ ‎the 'rescue‎ ‎remedy‎'‎. Rescue‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎is‎ ‎a‎ ‎combination‎ ‎of‎ ‎five‎ ‎flower‎ ‎essences‎ ‎it‎ ‎is‎ ‎used‎ ‎in‎ ‎situations‎ ‎where‎ ‎assurance‎ ‎and‎ ‎comfort‎ ‎is‎ ‎needed‎ ‎and‎ ‎is‎ ‎often‎ ‎used‎ ‎in‎ ‎emergencies‎.‎‎ ‎Rescue‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎contains‎ ‎the‎ ‎following‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎essences‎:‎‎ ‎Rock‎ ‎Rose‎,‎‎ ‎Impatiens‎,‎‎ ‎Clematis‎,‎‎ ‎Star‎ ‎of‎ ‎Bethlehem‎ ‎and‎ ‎Cherry‎ ‎Plum‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎product‎ ‎is‎ ‎now‎ ‎available‎ ‎in‎ ‎a‎ ‎variety‎ ‎of‎ ‎formats‎ ‎and‎ ‎has‎ ‎been‎ ‎around‎ ‎since‎ ‎the‎ ‎‎1‎‎9‎‎3‎‎0‎s‎.‎‎ ‎It‎ ‎has‎ ‎been‎ ‎used‎ ‎in‎ ‎various‎ ‎situations‎ ‎from‎ ‎interviews‎,‎‎ ‎driving‎ ‎tests‎ ‎and‎ ‎other‎ ‎nerve‎ ‎racking‎ ‎situations‎

[MariaDine]

HOW TO USE THE BACH FLORALS/REMEDIES

http://www.bach-flowers.co.uk/using_bach_remedies.asp

PS- Most people don't know this...but on an EMERGENCY, you can apply some of the florals directly on the skin (DO NOT apply on burn skin or wounded skin . cuts, blisters, with fungus etc, of course !)

PS 2 -If you are a Reikian - or any other Energy therapist -don't forget to energize the florals for maximum effect !

[MariaDine]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0DLAsjV27E&feature=related

[MariaDine]

For those who like History and see the interconnection between «wisdoms»......From European Lore,the work of the medieval Saint Hildegarde von Binden :

http://books.google.com/books?id=wl6w2cfCKTgC&pg=PA10&dq=hildegard+von+bingen+herbs&hl=pt-PT&ei=aDXZTci8G4KYhQeTzuW0Bg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=2&ved=0CDsQ6AEwAQ#v=onepage&q&f=false

[MariaDine]

FROM AUSTRALIA -
http://www.essencesonline.com/LivingEssences.htm

Ian White Florals


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIbZrvlktzg

[MariaDine]

From Scotland, the Findhorn Flower Essences

http://www.findhornessences.com/


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVURS--M7Qw&feature=related

http://www.staressence.com/

[nearing]

Learn what‎ ‎is‎ ‎the 'rescue‎ ‎remedy‎'‎. Rescue‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎is‎ ‎a‎ ‎combination‎ ‎of‎ ‎five‎ ‎flower‎ ‎essences‎ ‎it‎ ‎is‎ ‎used‎ ‎in‎ ‎situations‎ ‎where‎ ‎assurance‎ ‎and‎ ‎comfort‎ ‎is‎ ‎needed‎ ‎and‎ ‎is‎ ‎often‎ ‎used‎ ‎in‎ ‎emergencies‎.‎‎ ‎Rescue‎ ‎remedy‎ ‎contains‎ ‎the‎ ‎following‎ ‎Bach‎ ‎essences‎:‎‎ ‎Rock‎ ‎Rose‎,‎‎ ‎Impatiens‎,‎‎ ‎Clematis‎,‎‎ ‎Star‎ ‎of‎ ‎Bethlehem‎ ‎and‎ ‎Cherry‎ ‎Plum‎.‎‎ ‎The‎ ‎product‎ ‎is‎ ‎now‎ ‎available‎ ‎in‎ ‎a‎ ‎variety‎ ‎of‎ ‎formats‎ ‎and‎ ‎has‎ ‎been‎ ‎around‎ ‎since‎ ‎the‎ ‎‎1‎‎9‎‎3‎‎0‎s‎.‎‎ ‎It‎ ‎has‎ ‎been‎ ‎used‎ ‎in‎ ‎various‎ ‎situations‎ ‎from‎ ‎interviews‎,‎‎ ‎driving‎ ‎tests‎ ‎and‎ ‎other‎ ‎nerve‎ ‎racking‎ ‎situations‎

Hi MariaD,

Thanks for this! I had never known what these essences can do. I have a VERY 'nerve wracking' situation coming up - a very important exam. So I will be getting some of this for that and will be taking it. Since it's been used for this purpose since the 30's, I trust it will help me.

Again, gracias!

[MariaDine]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6u8uRYIcGQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXl5Y987hU4


There are lots of videos promoting the benefits of using flowers in essences, aromas, oils etc , which gives us a wide range of choices...still, keep in mind that these are general directives. One has to try and observe how one reacts.
Then see if you fell good with the choices made.
Sometimes, an adverse reaction is also part of the «clearing».

[MariaDine]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPPYTrl0lss

The flower essences are related to the concept of Homeopathy, that is connected with the subject of Water Memory . To know more about this inter relation, see some of the videos on-http://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?18652-Reiki-Water-Symbol-New

[ktlight]

HOW TO USE THE BACH FLORALS/REMEDIES

http://www.bach-flowers.co.uk/using_bach_remedies.asp

PS- Most people don't know this...but on an EMERGENCY, you can apply some of the florals directly on the skin (DO NOT apply on burn skin or wounded skin . cuts, blisters, with fungus etc, of course !)

PS 2 -If you are a Reikian - or any other Energy therapist -don't forget to energize the florals for maximim effect !

This is a great thread MariaDine. I always have Bach Rescue Remedy, spray and cream, to hand and use it in emergencies. When I worked in a clinic, I would use it on distressed patients to calm them down.

[tessie999]

This was a great way to spend some free time today. Thanks for starting this wonderful thread :)

[MariaDine]

Sugestion - If you follow this link, there are several short videos about each of the Bach Florals

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBRyRJZSTfw&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBRyRJZSTfw&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL


BOOK Bach Flower Remedies for Beginners

http://books.google.com/books?id=RPafdePOwD8C&printsec=frontcover&dq=flowers+essences+in+buddhism&hl=pt-PT&ei=ypzZTeuZOdSwhAf22cywBg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=6&ved=0CEsQ6AEwBQ#v=onepage&q&f=false

[nearing]

Okay, Marie - I went and bought some Rescue Remedy, some Larch for confidence and Rock Rose for Fearlessness.

I also bought a Blue Quartz (Dumortierite) and an Azurite and have them wire wrapped and am wearing them together for increased mental capacity!

(I thank Gaia I live in Santa Fe where all of this is easy to obtain).

I am good to go. Thanks you for the great advice!

[nearing]

You know, I am very curious to know just how Dr. Bach figured out what each flower essence was...

[Wings]

I know this thread is headed Bach Flower Essences, but there are several other flower essences not mentioned here .... for example the California flower essences called FES. These are made by the Flower Essence Society in America. I think they are based in the Sierra Nevada foothills. If you live in America I would look into these.

I use FES (along with Bach, Australian Bush Flower essences and Living Essences of Australia).

Other flower essences to consider:
- Alaskan Essences (from Homer Alaska).
- Spirit in Nature Essences, previously known as Master's Flower Essences (from Nevada, and the oldest flower essence line outside of the U.K.)
- Pegasus Flower Essences - a pdf file can be downloaded from this site: http://www.pegasusproducts.com/flower_essences.html
- Perelandra Essences, located in Warrenton Virginia, founded by Machaelle Small Wright
- Green Hope flower essences (also based in the U.S. - in New Hampshire)

I don't have any experience in using the above essences, but I have heard (and tend to believe myself) that if you live in an area, the essences made near you are more effective. I know one practitioner who finds Bach works best for her and her clients, and she was born in the U.K. Although I use other essences, I prefer the Bush Flower essences myself and I was born in this part of the country.

Flower essences are useful for pets too. This may have been mentioned already in one of the video links posted by Maria above ... I'm not sure.
For example Heather is great for separation anxiety, so it's useful if you have to leave your pet with someone for whatever reason. Mimulus is good for timid pets. Impatiens for a hyperactive pet (you know ... the dog that drags you along on the leash).

There are many books about flower essences. I have several/many myself (too many to list here). As a starting point, my recommendations for anyone interested are these:

- The FES 'Flower Essence Repertory' by Patricia Kaminski and Richard Katz can be purchased directly from the company website. It tells you all you need to know about these essences.
- 'The Bach Flowers of Today' by Mark Wells - a small book, but covers all you may need to know about the Bach flower essences.
- 'Findhorn Flower Essences' by Marion Lee. There is also an explanation in the introduction on how to make your own (and it's easy). Maria mentioned this in post 3 above.
- 'Australian Flower Essences for the 21st Century' by Vasudeva and Kadambii Barnao for a thorough explanation of the 'Living Essences of Australia' flower essences.

There are 3 books I would recommend for Australian Bush Flower Essences:
- 'Australian Bush Flower Remedies' by Ian White. A small booklet that explains what each essence can be used for.
- 'Bush Flower Essences' and 'Bush Flower Healing' by Ian White. These are beautiful books in which Ian gives detailed accounts of each essence - what they're used for, case histories and also describes in some detail his journey into the bush to find them. These are my 2 favourite books on the subject.

The philosophy behind the use of flower essences (vibrational medicine):

Medicine that contains high-frequency subtle energies is what is known as vibrational medicine. Vibrational medicine has an action on the subtle-energy bodies and at the emotional, mental and spiritual levels. By treating imbalances that are present at an emotional, mental or spiritual level, we can prevent and heal dis-ease on the physical level.

According to Gurudas of the 3 vibrational medicines – flower essences, homeopathics and gem elixirs – flower essences are the most effective vibrational medicine for treating the subtle energy bodies in particular, in addition to the meridians and physical body.

When a flower essence is taken orally or absorbed through the skin, it initially travels via the bloodstream, then it settles between the circulatory and nervous systems. The polarity resulting from the 2 systems creates an electromagnetic current and the flower essence then moves directly to the meridians which as we know are the interfacing mechanisms between our physical body and subtle energy bodies. From the meridians, the vital force of the flower essence is transmitted to the chakras and subtle-energy bodies and then once again through to the physical body via amplification. This process allows the vital force of the flower essence to be “magnified” and is more easily assimilated – i.e. the flower essence reaches the ‘out of balance’ body systems quickly and in a form that is utilised.

The silica in our body (contained in hair, nails, bloodstream and in the subtle bodies) is composed of quartz-like crystalline structures. At the correct frequency, these crystalline structures send the vital healing energies of the flower essence to the appropriate subtle energy and physical body sites. This can be likened to the way audio frequencies are transformed from the process of radio waves striking a crystal in a radio.

For more about this read: Flower Essences and Vibrational Healing, Gurudas – Cassandra Press (1989)


P.S. It's a shame this thread has found its way under the books, videos, articles section of the forum. Would it not be better in the alternative medicines section?

[Wings]

You know, I am very curious to know just how Dr. Bach figured out what each flower essence was...

Nearing, this is known as the 'doctrine of signatures'. This is where the plant's shape, colours (so chakras) and environment it grows in are noted. For example a plant that grows well in extreme heat would be useful to treat conditions of heat and dryness, like hot flushes for example. The shape of the leaves might resemble a body part and would be used to treat ailments of that part of the body.
I know Ian White also tunes psychically into the plant .... perhaps Bach did as well.
If you have a herb or plant that grows freely near your home, take it as a sign to use it.

[nearing]

You know, I am very curious to know just how Dr. Bach figured out what each flower essence was...

Nearing, this is known as the 'doctrine of signatures'. This is where the plant's shape, colours (so chakras) and environment it grows in are noted. For example a plant that grows well in extreme heat would be useful to treat conditions of heat and dryness, like hot flushes for example. The shape of the leaves might resemble a body part and would be used to treat ailments of that part of the body.
I know Ian White also tunes psychically into the plant .... perhaps Bach did as well.
If you have a herb or plant that grows freely near your home, take it as a sign to use it.

Thank you, Wings! That is great explanation. I am fascinated by this subject now. Thanks to MD for sharing!

I am going to look into this subject in depth after I take my exam. I may add Flower Essence Practitioner to my credentials as it certainly is a way to help without harming, which I am always looking for.

[conk]

We use Rescue Remedy on our little Pomeranian before brushing his teeth. He HATES it, but does better when on the Remedy.

[nearing]

We use Rescue Remedy on our little Pomeranian before brushing his teeth. He HATES it, but does better when on the Remedy.

Proof that it's not the placebo effect!

[LuzOne]

I am so happy to see this thread. Have used Bach Flower Remedies and other flower essences for myself throughout the years.

Recently I took in a dog who has developed hot spots - we are struggling with this now. I suspect their is an anxiety issue involved. I have been giving her a big drop of Rescue Remedy at night to help her (and me) sleep. There must be a Bach Remedy that would help her with the hot spot problema. Any ideas??

Also - does anyone remember a line of similar drops that were made some years ago and included fruit essences?? Have not seen them for awhile - remember using a banana one with success at that time.

Thanks and Blessings to all! LuzOne

[MariaDine]

I am so happy to see this thread. Have used Bach Flower Remedies and other flower essences for myself throughout the years.

Recently I took in a dog who has developed hot spots - we are struggling with this now. I suspect their is an anxiety issue involved. I have been giving her a big drop of Rescue Remedy at night to help her (and me) sleep. There must be a Bach Remedy that would help her with the hot spot problema. Any ideas??

Also - does anyone remember a line of similar drops that were made some years ago and included fruit essences?? Have not seen them for awhile - remember using a banana one with success at that time.

Thanks and Blessings to all! LuzOne
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Detergents or bleach on the floor,dog shampoo,carpets, insecticides for grass flies and bugs, etc .... make allergies and hot spots on dogs. I had a Cocker Spaniel and had to stop using those things.
I think a calming floral would help...maybe ?!

Love
Maria

[Wings]

@LuzOne - lots of companies produce fruit essences including banana - try FES or Pegasus (they make banana essence). I use the FES one. Greenhope Farms and Perelandra also make fruit essences.

Your dog .... I agree with Maria .... check that fleas/insect bites is not the cause. Crab apple in Rescue remedy should help, but more specifically for anxiety maybe chamomile essence (in herbal medicine it's often used to treat skin conditions as well as to calm). Garlic essence may help to keep fleas away in pets if that is what has caused the problem.

[MariaDine]

BACH FLORALS FOR ANIMALS :)
http://spirit-animal.net/bach_flower_essences.htm

[MariaDine]

Pain Conditions
This is a list of Standard Conditions.

Anti-Inflammatory Blend
Arthritis and Rheumatism
Gall Attack Acute
Gout Treatment Program
Psoric Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis

Summarized herbal treatment descriptions.

Anti-Inflammatory Blend
Many people with diagnosed Rheumatism or Arthritis are on long term anti-inflammatory drugs for pain, and most of these are at risk from the side effects of such medications. I recommend experimenting with traditional herbal anti-inflammatory combinations.
Herbs: standard Anti-Inflammatory formulation contains:- Oats, Devils Claw, White Willow, Guiacum, Burdock, Pine Bark, Rosehips, Comfrey and Yarrow as well as

the Bach Flower Remedies Oak, Rockwater, Honeysuckle, Vine, Walnut and Rescue Remedy.

Gall Attack Acute
The herbal mixture that is most suited to helping a person through a Gall Attack contains powerful antispasmodics besides herbs supporting the gall and liver generally.
Herbs: The particular combination include mix - Hydrangea, St Mary's Thistle, Agrimony, Golden Seal, Uva Ursi, Black Cohosh and Fenugreek.

The Bach Flower Remedies, Rescue Remedy, Willow, Vine, and Agrimony.

Gout Treatment Program
Gout cannot be treated without ensuring that your kidneys are provided with plenty of fluid. recommend that at least 4 cups of Rosehips Tea (either hot, or left to go cold) are taken daily.
Herbs: The herbal mix includes:- Rosehips, Alfalfa, Celery, Juniper, Liquorice, and Buchu along

with the Bach Flowers Mimulus, Vine and Wild Oat. The herbal mixture along with the tea will assist in quickly resolving the Gout.

Psoric Arthritis
Psoric Arthritis most typically comes on suddenly, often in pubescent girls, where one day they they are fine and the next they are almost crippled by rheumatic pain. The condition is likely to leave just as quickly,often after the girl's period starts and settles into a routine.
Herbs: The mix prescribe includes:- Buchu, Comfrey, Celery Seed, Bog Bean, White Willow and Yarrow along

with the Bach Flowers Cerato, Rock Rose, Walnut, Rock Water, and Wild Oat.

http://www.herbal-treatment.net/pain_herbal_treatment.html

[MariaDine]

JOINTS
treatment for gout, rheumatoid arthritis & joint pain

A combination of Rockwater, Hornbeam and Walnut will help in joint pains especially knees.
Joints suffer from
Sprains and strains Arthritis Gout tendenitis Bursitis Tennis Elbow Dislocation etc.,
A sprain injures the ligaments, Which are fibrous tissues connecting the bone to another at a joint.
A strain damages muscle tendens attached to the bone.

PREVENTION

Yoga is a proven approach to build strong and flexible muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

ARTHRITIS:

Arthritis means inflammation of a joint, producing stiffness or pain in the joints.

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS:

It usually affects people above 40 years of age and mostly women.

OSTEO ARTHRITIS:

Osteoarthritis is otherwise known as arthrosis or degenerative joint disease. The joints mostly involved are spinal joints, hips and knee joints.

Causes: Trauma, Misuse of steroids, Genetic.

Symptoms:

Pain and stiffness develop gradually.
Joint enlargement.
Early morning stiffness
Joints are red and swollen.

Treatment:
Medication to relieve pain and inflammation.
Rest.
Yoga to rebuild strength and mobility.
Diet:
Avoid over eating.
Chew well and eat slowly.
Relieve anxiety and tension.

GOUT

BURSITIS:
More than 150 sacs (small fluid filled sacs) called Bursae protect bones tendons and ligaments like cushion to operate smoothly by reducing friction.
Inflammation of these bursae is bursitis.

Symptoms
Pain with swelling and tenderness in the area. Pain gradually increases in the night during sleep at night and decreases in the morning when normal activity begins.

CAUSES:
Over use of one organ, working for late hours.
software engineer, (over use of fingers by using key board),Tailor's ankle, heavy weight lifters.

Site:Shoulder joints, Elbow, Hips, Knees.

Bach flower Essences - A combination of Agrimony Oak and whitechestnut walnut will help. Put 10 pills in a glass of water and have small sips every one hour.

TENNIS ELBOW:
Inflammation of tendon of upper arm bone from strain.

Symptom:
No swelling.
Recurring pain on the forearm while bending and lifting.
Pain on grasping even a light object.

A combination of Beech, Willow, Cherryplum can help.Put 10 pills in a glass of water and have small sips every one hour.

Whenever pain becomes unbearable, take Rescue remedy. Put 10 pills in a glass of water and have small sips every 15minutes.

A combination of Rockwater, Hornbeam and Walnut will helpin joint pains especially knees.Put 10 pills in a glass of water and have small sips every one hour.

[MariaDine]

A site to Browse... :)

http://healbybachflowers.wordpress.com/tag/bach/

for a good night sleep
http://www.bachrescuesleep.com/

http://www.directlyfromnature.com/Kits.htm


As a therapist , I recomend Bach Florals, pills, spray etc...it works ! And really...that's what I want...something that works independently of the person convictions, moods, thoughts...:)


Namasté

[MariaDine]

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