Flower Essences Used as Healing Extracts of Energy

Flower essences are the healing extracts of energy from blooming flowers. The essences are the life force of the plant and work on an emotional and mental level.

Flower essences are homeopathic in nature. Working on the belief that 'like cures like'. They are very gentle way to heal the mind, body and soul through gentle energy therapy and can be used by anyone, including pets. You can purchase flower essences through your local health food store, co-op or on line.

The standard dosage is 4 drops per ounce of water or 2 drops directly under the tongue. You can repeat the dosage as needed or 3-4 times a day. You can also combine the essences with ointments, into a bath or as spritz in a spray bottle mixed with distilled water. For animals and children you would lower the dosage as necessary. Use your best judgment and your intuition.

Holly is an evergreen bush or shrub that has had important significance throughout history. Holly traditionally is symbolic of good will and is often used in English speaking countries as Christmas decorations.. The Druid's believed holly to protect one from evil spirit's. The Roman's gifted holly to one another during their 5 day winter festival of Saturnalia. Holly also provided the ancient Celts with wood to create spears. Still to this day it is used in many countries and cultures.

Holly is one of the original 38 original flower essences developed by Edward Bach in the 1930's. Bach was considered a medical genius in his time and has been renowned for his work with flower essences across the globe.

Holly is the essence of divine love and trust. Also known as the 'love' essence. This remedy will help the person who lacks the ability to love and trust other's. It helps one gain compassion towards themselves and those around them. Holly opens the heart and helps one improve relationships and one's relationship to the world around them.. It will also help one break through block's that hold one back from accepting and understanding that we are all one. It helps to release negative emotions towards others and dispel envy, rage and hatred. It will help you find the love and beauty in the world amid hate and ugliness. This is the essence of forgiveness and understanding. It can also be very useful for jealousy & abandonment issues. I have seen it work firsthand, with a family I know, with amazing results in terms of the sibling rivalry that accompanies a new baby joining a family.

Symptoms & patterns that indicate the use of Holly;

Explosive outbursts of anger and irrational reactions

Fears of being taken advantage of or deceived

For the person who suspects other's have an ulterior motives

Feelings of offensiveness or hurt

Easily annoyed and offended

Irrational reactions

Jealousy of others good fortunes

For the person who is hardened to the world and trusts no one

The use of Holly flower essence can help one feel connected to the world outside of his or her self. It helps one find joy. This is why this remedy is so useful when using flower essence therapies. It can help one reopen their heart to life and love as well as gain immense compassion to those around them. All in all holly essence simply nourishes the heart.