The Vervain person has fixed principles and ideas that cannot be changed, because they are confident they are correct, never considering an alternative. They feel compelled to convert people to their way of thinking and, consequently, overwork themselves to the point of exhaustion. This remedy helps them to wind down, to rest and relax in order to accept new ideas and viewpoints.
White Chestnut is the required remedy when we cannot unwind and the mind is assaulted by constant spiralling thoughts. These thoughts, ideas and arguments are constantly spinning and repetitive. Dr Bach called this the ‘gramophone record remedy’ as it helps to relieve this mental whirlpool and restore peace of mind.
The Impatiens person is quick in thought and action and wishes all things to be done without hesitation or delay. They tend to be restless, fretful and jumpy and are impatient of people who work at a slower rate – often preferring to work and think alone, so they can choose their own speed. Impatiens helps to regain momentum and poise so that life is experienced at a comfortable pace, giving time to enjoy the pleasures of life.
The Gorse remedy is for persons who think their situation is impossible and have experienced many failures and lost all faith in their ability to change their life. They believe that nothing more can be done to improve a seemingly impossible situation and have become hopeless and despairing. This remedy helps encourage hope, optimism and enthusiasm.
This special combination of five flower essences was known as Dr. Bach's Rescue remedy.
Contains a combination of:
240 parts Brandy to one part flower essences: Cherry Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose and Star of Bethlehem. Made to Dr Bach's Original Method. 40% Alcohol by volume.
The Cherry Plum person fears loss of control and reason. They fear insanity and their mind being taken over by sudden violent impulses. This remedy assists in restoring the feeling of self-control and a desire to be responsible for their actions.
Honeysuckle is the remedy for when we are living more in the past than the present. Dwelling on memories of past events, whether happy or sad, reminiscing generally and wishing things could be as they were or wish they had been different. Honeysuckle helps us to remember and reflect on cherished memories and past happiness while feeling the benefit of them in the present moment. This remedy assists us to ground and feel all our experiences in this ‘now’ moment.
This is the remedy for those of us who have suffered much mentally or physically and are so exhausted and weary we have no more strength left. Often this fatigue is due to overwork or over exertion. Olive will assist in restoring mental, physical and emotional balance.
Infusions of Sweet Chestnut, Bluebell, Orange Hawkweed, Yarrow and Red Chestnut, with Star of Bethlehem, Impatiens, Cherry Plum, Clematis and Rock Rose.
The Holly remedy is for when we have thoughts of jealousy, envy, suspicion and even hatred or revenge. Also, for when we feel restless, irritated or become angry easily and often lose control. Holly assists us with the acceptance of ourselves and to see life as the opportunity it truly is, to choose and to feel love.
Elm is a remedy for those who are overwhelmed by responsibility, leaving them feeling inadequate and worn out. At times there may be periods of depression when they feel that the task they have undertaken is too difficult, leaving them despondent and exhausted. This remedy helps the mind to become calmer enabling situations to be considered clearly, rationally and methodically.
This is the remedy for shock in any form and is indicated whenever there is trauma to the system - both mental and physical - for example from an accident, a bereavement or any emotionally disturbing news which causes great distress. Star of Bethlehem helps to stabilize the mind and body - especially where sudden emotional shock has caused a convulsion of the system - and also assists in acceptance of the inevitable.
A wonderful remedy for feelings of despair, self-hatred and disgust with a sense of being unclean, both in mind and body, including impure thoughts or bad moods. This remedy helps us to accept and see things clearly, in their true proportion, free of shame and cleansed.
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