Flower Essences Heal the Soul - Therapy at Iris Healing Arts
Humanity has used plant or botanical medicines for various therapeutic effects for thousands of years. Flower essences are the part of plants that directly heal the soul. The soul is simply another name for the psyche. Moreover, we are still discovering their numerous healing benefits. For example, research reveals that plants have personalities and intelligence that provide the blueprint for their life. All plants have unique colors, fragrances, nutritional and medicinal properties. As such, each plant also embodies specific healing qualities that resonate with similar attributes in humans and animals.
Accordingly, flower essence companies make liquid formulations that carry a flower’s healing vibration directly to the psyche or soul. Amazingly, the essences of various plants serve as catalysts to heal the soul of both humans and animals. To explore essences as part of your healing journey, I encourage you to make an appointment with me for a consultation. Thanks.
Flower esesenes are used in botanical and energy medicine. They are potentized vibrational energies from plants, similar to homeopathy.
As an integrative mental health therapy, flower essences catalyze the healing of the mind, body, and soul. Once these aspects of ourselves are balanced, the physical body will respond through the mind-body connection.
Of significance, it is impossible to have any physical side effects from taking them. If the wrong remedy is chosen, it will have no effect. And because they do not directly affect the physical body, flower remedies are easily combined with other healing modalities, such as medications, herbal remedies, or supplements.
Global Use of Bach Flower Remedies in Healthcare and Disasters
Bach Flower remedies are extremely popular and distributed globally. They are used in healthcare and disasters all over the world. Also, training in Bach flower therapy is available in dozens of countries. They are used by hospitals, birthing units, hospices, veterinarians, psychotherapists, and counselors. Holistic and integrative practitioners such as naturopathic physicians, massage therapists, acupuncturists, holistic nurses, and therapists also use them in their practices.
They are also used in disasters and crises where the population needs grounding and stabilization. Flower remedies are very effective in animals and children, proving that they are not merely placebos. For more information, see the links at the bottom of this page. To reach me, see the link below. Thanks!
7 Benefits of a Flower Essence Consultation
- While flower essences are readily available, you may need assistance selecting and using them. You may also wish to get objective feedback and guidance on issues you may not see clearly in yourself.
- Additionally, you may need to consider nuances such as the optimal time frame for taking a remedy and what combinations and dosing to use.
- It’s important to remember that consent is key, especially when it comes to adults and teens who may benefit from flower essence therapy. I also provide objective feedback, such as when other therapies may be more appropriate.
- You may also prefer to consult with an expert rather than do your own research on the remedies. In this case, a professional like myself can offer guidance and support.
5. Also, you may want advice regarding which formulations are best for helping your children or pets.
6. A consultation will benefit you if you are less familiar with the California flower essences from Flower Essence Services than the more famous English Bach flower remedies. To clarify, it is often helpful to combine the English and California essences for optimal effect.
7. I may also suggest one of FES’s Flourish line combination essences such as Flora Sleep, Illumine (for depression), Fearless, Post Trauma Stabilizer, or others. These formulas combine several flower essences with essential oils.
If you have yet to experience the healing potential of flower essences, please get in touch with me below with any questions!
What is an Emotional Healing Crisis?
When taking flower essences that match your specific concerns, you may experience a brief emotional healing crisis. Flower essences heal the soul by balancing the soul’s polarities. For example, you may experience a temporary exacerbation of psychological symptoms before they are resolved. This is normal.
Healing crises occur with many other therapeutic modalities, including psychotherapy, homeopathy, and other therapies. In these cases, emotions may surface as part of the natural restorative process. The word ‘healing’ means to make whole. Please remember that ‘to feel is to heal.’
When this occurs, sometimes it is helpful to take Five-Flower Formula with or instead of your individualized dosage bottle for a day or so. If you decide to pause your remedy, take Five-Flower Formula, and when calm, resume your personalized formula. Also, you may then use Five-Flower Formula as needed.
What are the Differences Between Essential Oils and Flower Essences?
Some may confuse essential oils with flower essences. Here is a simplified explanation of their differences.
Flower essences are vibrational remedies derived from organic wild-crafted flowers in their natural environment. The sun or heat captures their bioelectric field, or vital force, in water. In contrast, aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oils. These plant extracts are oil-based and are distilled from the aromatic parts of plants to capture the plant’s essence or unique fragrance. Additionally, they are highly concentrated and must be diluted.
Essential oils are popular plant extracts used for thousands of years. They are volatile oils that affect healing by inhalation or absorption through the skin in diluted topical applications. With professional guidance, some informed people ingest high-quality oils in minute amounts. When inhaled, the nose’s smell receptors send messages through the olfactory nerve to the limbic system in the brain. This part of the brain regulates feelings, emotions, and unconscious physiology. Aromatherapy is therapeutic because it nourishes and balances the body-mind.
Physical Versus Emotional Effects of Flower Essences
Aromatherapy is used for physical and emotional healing. Therefore, essential oils have properties that have antidepressant, stimulating, antibacterial, detoxifying, antiviral, or calming effects. In contrast, flower essences affect healing by addressing emotional causes that may have contributed to a physical illness or may result from being ill. However, they indirectly affect the body through the body-mind connection.
Another difference to note between flower essences and essential oils is their application. Flower essences are taken internally with a dropper or spray bottle or added to water or foods. Essential oils are applied topically or inhaled. They require carrier oils to dilute them, or they can be diffused. Cats are sensitive to many essential oils; cat owners must learn which ones are safe before diffusing them.
Both flower essences and essential oils are fantastic individual therapies. However, Flower Essence Services (FES) combines them in their Flourish Formulas, enhancing their effectiveness and healing effects. The flower remedies used in the FES formulas are made with high-quality medicinal-grade organic wildcrafted plants and harvested sustainably.
You may also be interested in ‘The Kings Cabinet,’ an excellent essential oils resource. The author, Dr. Josh Axe, trained me in essential oils therapy.
How to Administer Flower Remedies
For optimal effect, flower remedies should be administered regularly and consistently. The most often recommended dosage is about four drops or one spray orally four times a day for weeks or months, according to your unique needs.
It is also convenient to keep one bottle of the essences on the bedside table and one in a purse, briefcase, or kitchen table. The potency is not strengthened by taking more at once but by increasing the frequency of use and continuing regular use.
Understandably, in our busy lives, we may not always remember to take flower remedies at the recommended times. However, it’s important to remember that the frequency pattern is designed to be effective, even if you only remember to take them at bedtime or in the morning. So, don’t worry if you miss a dose; the remedies will still work, albeit a bit slower.
Using Flower Essence Therapy to Heal the Soul
Importantly, flower essences are most effective when taken at the time of retiring or awakening because the soul boundaries shift at these times when it is optimal to re-program the unconscious. As conscious beings, we hasten their effects by focusing on the positive qualities represented by each essence. Flower essences catalyze the soul’s highest potential to balance the psyche.
Also, in any emotional emergency, it is optimal to use Five Flower Formula or Rescue Remedy every five minutes until calmness is restored, and after that, as needed. Five Flower Formula without alcohol is used for those sensitive to alcohol. These formulas may prevent a panic attack from occurring if taken early. This formula is a blessing for anyone with agoraphobia or other anxiety disorders.
I suggest keeping this calming formula at home, at work, and in your purse for emergencies. It will help stabilize yourself or other people or animals in distress. I often recommend beginning flower essence therapy with Five-Flower Formula four times a day for one to two weeks to clear any traumatic memories held in the psyche.
The Bach Flower Personality Test
Dr. Edward Bach, M.D., a renowned English physician, encouraged individuals to do a self-assessment, which promotes an honest exploration of particular issues that need healing. I have included a test version divided into seven sections for ease of use. I recommend using this tool as part of your soul-searching process. Please consider consulting with me for additional suggestions, support, and guidance. Here is the Bach Flower Personality Test. Thanks.
Flower Essences Summary
Flower essences resonate with humans and animals mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. In contrast, essential oils heal the body-mind connection and can be used internally with professional guidance. Alternatively, they can work together in synergy to heal the soul and restore balance to the entire being. They are also an excellent addition to any therapeutic process, such as counseling and therapy, bodywork, and other modalities. They are worth exploring if you have yet to discover their profound healing potential. Please get in touch with me below with any questions or to schedule a session. Thanks!
For more information, see Blogs, Bach Flower Remedies for Children,
Helping Animals with Flower Remedies,
Holistic Health and Wellness, and Plant Medicine. Thanks!
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