Flower Essences
"There is no true healing unless there is a change in outlook, peace of mind and inner happiness"
- Edward Bach
Flower Essences
NLK Therapies is committed to helping you improve your sense of wellbeing. Flower essences offer another opportunity for creating harmony and balance, and can help address old or existing negative beliefs or traumas. They are a safe and gentle way to support people in times of turmoil, helping restore balance and vitality.
Flower essences can help manage and alleviate symptoms of shock, fear, anxiety, grief and loss, and help bring you peace of mind in difficult circumstances. They can also support clients on their journey of self-discovery, and bring comfort, and clarity and are safe for the whole family to use - including children and pets. Flower essences can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional counselling. We offer a range of a number of off the shelf flower essence blends as well as the option to create your own flower essence blend by answering a questionnaire or having a 40 minute consult with Nicole so she can identify the most appropriate 5 to 7 essences.
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To learn more about Bach Flower Remedies and the history click here.
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A-Z Bach Flower Essences:
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Agrimony – Unexpressed feeling and inner turmoil
Aspen – Apprehension, fear of the unknown
Beech – Critical, intolerant, judgemental
Centaury – Weak willed, subservient to others
Cerato – Lack of trust in intuition, inner wisdom
Cherry Plum – Fear of losing control, irrational thoughts
Chestnut Bud – repeating old patterns
Chicory – Possessive love, neediness
Clematis – Dreamy, unfocussed, ungrounded
Crab Apple – Cleansing on all levels
Elm – Overwhelmed by responsibilities
Gential – Easily discouraged, lacking faith
Gorse – Hopelessness, despair
Heather – Over talkative, inner loneliness
Holly – Anger, jealousy, suspicion
Honeysuckle – Living in the past, homesickness
Hornbean – Mental weariness, procrastination
Impatiens – Impatient, irritable, quick-tempered
Larch – Lack of confidence, expects failure
Mimilus – Known fears and worries, shy, timid
Mustard – Gloom, depression with no apparent reason
Oak – Lacking strength to carry on
Olive – Physical and mental tiredness, exhaustion
Pine – Guilt, self-blame, unworthiness
Red Chestnut – Fears for others safety
Rock Rose – Extreme terror, panic, nightmares
Rock-Water – Inflexibility, self-punishment
Scleranthus – Indecision, emotional balance
Star of Bethlehem – Shock and trauma, past or present
Sweet Chestnut – Extreme anger, despair
Vervain – Overly responsible, perfectionist
Vine – Dominating, needs to be right
Walnut – Adaptability to change, over sensitivity
Water Violet – Isolation, loneliness, pride
White Chestnut – Constantly circulating thoughts
Wild Oat – Seeking direction in life
Wild Rose – Apathy, lack of enthusiasm, boredom
Willow – Resentment, bitterness, blame
Revival Remedy – Emotional stabiiliser in situations requiring ‘emergency rescue’
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History of Flower Essences
Flower essences have been used for thousands of years by indigenous cultures as a form of healing and rejuvenation. Flower essences history dates back centuries, drawing on the belief that plants carry energetic qualities that can positively impact human emotions and wellbeing.
The modern history of flower essences largely begins with Dr. Edward Bach, a British physician in the early 20th century who developed a set of 38 flower essences, each aimed at addressing specific emotional states or imbalances. Australian Naturopath, Ian White developed the Australian Bush Flower Essences in the 1980s.
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How Flower Essences Work
Flower essences are made by infusing flowers in water through various methods like sun exposure or boiling. The idea is that the water holds the energetic imprint of the flower. It's believed that when we take a flower essence, its energetic qualities interact with our own energy, influencing emotional states and promoting a sense of balance and wellbeing.
Flower essences are often used as drops taken orally, diluted in water, or applied topically.
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Benefits and Usage
Flower essences are primarily used to address emotional imbalances. They’re believed to help with stress, anxiety, grief, and various emotional issues. Some people use flower essences to support personal development and spiritual growth, aiding in self-awareness and emotional clarity.
Flower essences are often used as complementary therapies alongside other therapies such as counselling, naturopathy, kinesiology.
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