Flower Essences

      Each and every one of us is sustained from vital energy, from those things that we take in and metabolize that bring us life; water, sunlight, food, breath, love, to name a few. This in turn, can describe the nature of a flower essence. That is the vital life force of the plant captured in the medium of water. When administered, the flower essence is said to 'uplift the life energy of the individual'.

      Dr. Edward Bach, M.B., B.S., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., D.P.H., qualified at University College Hospital, London, and later retired from serving as a bacteriologist in the 1930's to further explore the healing potential of humans. Dr. Bach was a very sensitive and spiritual man, who investigated through his observations the conditioning of the onset of disease. He stated" It is when our personalities are led astray from the path laid down by the Soul, either by our own worldly desires or by the persuasion of others, that a conflict arises. This conflict is the root cause of disease and unhappiness." He looked towards the qualities and vibrations imparted by plants, trees, and bushes of nature whose characteristics could restore vitality to those who were sick and sufferers in their experience of life. Flower essences address the mental and emotional body, helping to enable one to find balance and harmony. Dr. Bach also stated, "...the nature of our physical maladies will materially help in pointing out to us the mental disharmony which is the basic cause of their origin..."

     Flower essences are benign, as are homeopathic remedies, so they cause no interactions if one is taking other medications. They cause no harm. They can be administered to children, animals, and even plants during any experience of stress. This by no means is a substitute for prescribed medicines. Do not discontinue medications without medical supervision.

     When working with a practitioner, they will assess ones condition by listening and asking questions to help understand the individual's background and general attitude towards life. One to several flowers essences may be taken at one time, so a blend will be formulated and a description of how to administer will be explained. The normal dosage is four drops under the tongue or in a glass of water, though can also be placed in a base cream and/or in a mister for topical application. If one properly stores the essences, their potency can last for years and years.

     There are many accredited makers of vibrational essences using plants from N.America and abroad, to stones, to planets. There are no special requirements to use them, just a willingness to open oneself to experience the possibility of healing, that which comes from within.

    "There is no true healing unless there is a change in outlook, peace of mind, and inner happiness."

                                      Edward Bach