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The Bach flower remedies are 38 homeopathically prepared plant & flower based remedies, each one specially devised to treat a different feeling.

The remedies are named after an English physician, Dr Edward Bach, who discovered their use in the 1930s after some 20 years of research into human nature, & the relationship between the personality & mental outlook & its effect on chronic disease.

They are used to aid well being & focus on the user's state of mind, rather than their physical complaints. This is because state of mind or moods not only hinder recovery of health & convalescence but are generally accepted as potential causes of sickness.

They are infusions of various flowers in water preserved in alcohol, & taken directly in the mouth (2-3 drops on the tongue) or diluted in water & drunk.

To choose the remedy you need, first pick one of the seven categories that best describes your frame of mind & then match the exact mood you're in with the appropriate Bach Flower remedy.

Fear
Aspen -� Fears & worries of unknown origin
Cherry plum �- � Fear of mind giving way
Mimulus -� � Fear of known things
Red chestnut� -� Fear or over-concern for others
Rock rose� -� Terror

Despondency or Despair
Crab apple �- � Self-hatred, sense of uncleanliness
Elm -�� Overwhelmed by responsibility
Larch � -� Lack of confidence
Oak � -� Exhausted but struggles on
Pine � -� Self-reproach, guilt
Star of Bethlehem � -� After effects of shock
Sweet chestnut - � Extreme mental anguish
Willow � -� Resentment

Loneliness
Heather � -� Self-centredness, self concern
Impatiens� -� Impatience
Water violet � -� Proud, aloof

Insufficient interest in present circumstances
Olive � -� Lack of energy
White chestnut � -� Unwanted thoughts, mental arguments
Wild rose � -� Resignation, apathy
Honeysuckle � -� Lives in the past
Chestnut bud �- � Failure to learn from past mistakes
Clematis � -� Dreaminess, lack of interest in present
Mustard � -� Deep gloom with no origin

Over-care for the welfare of others
Vine � -� Domineering, inflexible
Vervain � -� Over-enthusiasm
Beech � -� Intolerance
Chicory � -� Selfishly possessive
Rock water ��- �Self repression, self denial

Over-sensitivity to influences & ideas
Holly � -� Hatred, envy, jealousy
Centaury � -� Weak-willed & subservient
Agrimony � -� Mental torment behind a brave face
Walnut � -� Protection from change & outside influences

Uncertainty
Hornbeam � -� 'Monday morning' feeling
Gorse �- � Hopelessness & despair
Gentian � -� Discouragement, despondency
Scleranthus �- � Uncertainty, indecision
Wild oat � -� Uncertainty as to correct path in life
Cerato - � Seeks advice & confirmation from others

Bach Rescue Remedy is a combination of five Bach flower remedies to help you cope with life's ups & downs.