The 38 Bach Flower Remedies
AGRIMONY... Agrimonia Eupatoria
Key Word - Inner Harmony Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Agrimony restores the ability to express ones true feelings and emotions no matter
what these might be. Those in need of Agrimony have much inner anxiety and turmoil
that they cover up with a smile and a laugh when in the company of others. They are so
successful at this that they appear to be ‘the life & soul of the party’ without a care in the
world. Their sensitivity and dislike of discord leads them to try to keep the peace at any
cost. However, when the pressure of these bottled up emotions becomes too great they
may explode in anger and often use alcohol or drugs as a way of cutting themselves
off from their unexpressed inner worries. Other indications for this remedy are restless
sleep patterns and a need for constant outer stimulation. Agrimony promotes ease of
expression, leading to feelings of real inner harmony and peace.
ASPEN ... Populus Tremula
Key Word - Feeling Safe Bach Group - Fear
Aspen helps those who experience anxiety for which there appears to be no logical
reason. This can take the form of vague but potent apprehension of some unknown
future event or an uneasy ‘spooked out’ feeling in the dark or in strange places. The
creepy, shivery feeling that is sometimes described as ‘someone just walked over
my grave’ expresses the Aspen fear of the spirit / psychic realms very well. Shaking,
trembling, or vague fluttering feelings in the tummy together with coldness, paleness
& nightmares are all indications of the need for Aspen.
BEECH … Fagus Sylvatica
Key Word - Tolerance Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Beech helps those who need to establish a more loving, lenient and flexible
relationship with themselves and with those around them. Criticism, judgement and
intolerance are very common personality traits in today’s world where they are often
seen as acceptable ways of instilling discipline in children as they grow up. However
when these traits are not balanced with enough love the result is an individual who is
constantly critical, intolerant and judgemental of themselves and others. Being easily
irritated by others habits, having a very fixed outlook on life or so sensitive to criticism
from others that it is difficult to benefit from life’s lessons, are all indications of the need
for this remedy.
CENTAURY … Centaurium Erythraea
Key Word - Self Determination Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Centaury restores the qualities of inner strength & self-determination. Those in need
of Centaury have a misplaced sense of service and believe that they must put others
needs before their own. They appear to lack the will power to say ‘no’ and are easily
dominated and open to being taken advantage of by those with stronger personalities.
As a consequence they often wear themselves out in service to others and do not
develop their own individuality or creativity. Those in the negative Centaury state are
often seen as being ‘a doormat for others’.
CERATO … Ceratostigma Willmottiana
Keyword - Trust Bach Group - Uncertainty
Cerato restores the qualities of inner certainty and wisdom. Those in need of Cerato
have difficulty trusting in their own intuition or ‘inner voice’. They appear to have an
air of uncertainty around them and tend to seek the opinions of others when faced with
decisions in their lives, rather than trust their own judgement. Even when they have
consulted with friends & colleagues they will still have great difficulty making a firm
choice of direction causing themselves much confusion. The statement ‘I don’t know’
can often be heard from the lips of those in the negative Cerato state. Cerato helps to
create a bridge between the personality and the Soul restoring the ability to know and
trust one’s own innate inner wisdom.
CHERRY PLUM … Prunus Cerasifera
Keyword - Rationality & calmness Bach Group - Fear
Cherry Plum restores the qualities of balance, calmness and positive control of the
mind. The negative Cherry Plum state can be a very extreme and uncomfortable one
in which the personality experiences powerful and irrational fears. Those in need
of this remedy often feel that they are loosing control of their mind, going insane, or
perhaps having a breakdown. They can be snappy, on edge, want to scream or fear
that they could be uncharacteristically violent, either to themselves or others. In a very
extreme state they may have wide staring eyes and be unable to stop themselves from
saying or doing things that are completely out of their normal character. Many women
experience variations of these irrational feelings related to their monthly cycle. In all
these situations Cherry Plum brings calmness, rationality and peace.
CHESTNUT BUD … Aesculus Hippocastanum
Keyword - Learning from experience Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Chestnut Bud helps those who need to focus more fully on their current life experiences
in order to move forward. Those in need of Chestnut Bud appear to repeat the same
old life situations over & over again, seemingly unable to assimilate the lesson in the
experience that would allow them to move on. An example might be someone who finds
themselves in a cycle of destructive relationships but cannot seem to make the inner
changes that would allow them to disentangle themselves. Chestnut Bud is a generally
helpful remedy for anyone who finds it difficult to take in information in any form.
CHICORY … Cichorium Intybus
Keyword - Unattached Love Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Chicory helps to restore the principles of unattached and selfless love. Those in need of
Chicory tend to be possessive of those they care about, wanting to keep them nearby to
cling onto and to love. They can appear to be emotionally needy, manipulative, excessively
interfering or easily fall into self-pity and resentment if their efforts at ‘helping’ others are
not appreciated. Behind the negative chicory state lays an inner emptiness and feeling
of being unwanted or unloved that unconsciously drives the personality to use these
rather selfish and manipulative ways to get its needs met. Chicory helps to dissolve these
personality traits and to promote the more balanced energy of the ‘universal mother’ who
gives her love unconditionally, knowing that love is everlastingly abundant.
CLEMATIS … Clematis Vitalba
Keyword - Being in the here & now Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Clematis helps those who all too easily drift off into daydreams and fantasies about
the future feeling that life will be better there, than it currently is. People in need
of this remedy seem to be generally inattentive or sleepy and might complain of
forgetfulness or a lack of concentration. They often have cold feet and hands, and often
need lots of sleep. Their lack of desire to be fully present means that they have their
‘head in the clouds’ most of the time and are generally ungrounded which makes them
prone to appearing clumsy or accident-prone. Psychics and those working a lot in
their imagination like artists and writers often need the ‘reality check’ that this remedy
brings.
CRAB APPLE … Malus Sylvestris
Keyword - Purity Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Crab Apple aids purification at all levels. Those in need of Crab Apple have temporarily
lost sight of their own innate purity and carry underlying feelings of uncleanness,
dirtiness or lack of purity, which in extreme states can manifest as obsessions related to
housework or bodily cleanliness. They can be fussy, easily upset and have a tendency
to make mountains out of molehills when in the negative state. Other indications for
this remedy are skin eruptions or compulsive, obsessional behaviour of any sort. Crab
Apple can usefully be applied to the skin as a lotion in a little water or added to a bath
(10-12 drops), in addition to being ingested.
ELM … Ulmus Campestris
Keyword - Balanced Responsibility Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Elm helps those normally very capable people, perhaps with responsible jobs, large
families or dependants to care for who suddenly find themselves feeling overburdened,
overwhelmed and uncharacteristically unable to cope with their responsibilities. ‘The last
straw that broke the camels back’ sums up the negative state of this remedy very well. Taken
short term Elm will very quickly help to restore the strength of mind and ability to cope.
Taken more long term it will help the Elm personality to determine which responsibilities
are truly their own and to balance these with the need for personal nurturing.
GENTIAN … Gentiana Amarella
Keyword - Faith Bach Group - Uncertainty
Gentian is the remedy for those who need help to restore the soul qualities of trust
and faith at a personality level. Those who need this remedy are uncertain about their
relationship with their Creator and find it difficult to see themselves as part of a greater
whole in which all is ordered according to a higher plan. They are easily discouraged
by even small setbacks in life and can appear pessimistic and cynical because they
find it very difficult to see a positive resolution to any problem. The phrase ‘doubting
Thomas’ sums up the negative Gentian state very well.
GORSE … Ulex Europoeus
Keyword - Hope Bach Group - Uncertainty
Gorse is the remedy for those who suffer great uncertainty in the process of life,
causing them to experience feelings of hopelessness and despair. This is a state
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sometimes found in those with a long-term illness who have lost all hope of recovery or
in those whose experiences have caused them to view life ‘as a lost cause’. When this
state is very deep rooted a person may have dark rings under the eyes or be prone to
sigh a lot. Taken over a period of time Gorse will help to dispel these dark feelings and
promote new hope and vision for the future.
HEATHER … Calluna Vulgaris
Keyword - Empathy for others Bach Group - Loneliness
Heather is the remedy for those whose inner sense of isolation and loneliness manifests
as a compulsive need to talk about themselves to anyone and everyone - even a
complete stranger. When in an acute state, those in need of this remedy appear to have
their thoughts entirely focussed on themselves and can cause unsuspecting listeners to
feel as though they are unable to escape by the very force of their conversation. They
make very poor listeners and sadly can drive people away by the very strength of their
own neediness. Heather will help to relieve this state so that they are more in touch with
the need to give as well as receive.
HOLLY … Ilex Aquifolium
Keyword - Unconditional Love Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Dr Bach says of Holly that it; ‘opens the heart and unites us with Divine Love’.
Unconditional, Divine Love is the highest form of love and one that is present within the
heart of every human being. However when this love is not recognised and nurtured
the heart gradually closes down and defence patterns of the personality such as anger,
revenge, jealousy & hatred take root. Those in this state can also appear to be suspicious,
distrustful or supersensitive to real or imagined slights. The powerful energy of the
Holly remedy floods the heart with the vibrations of Divine, unconditional love helping
to transmute and transform these negative states.
HONEYSUCKLE … Lonicera Caprifolium
Keyword - Letting Go Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Honeysuckle helps those who are unable to let go of the past in some way. Those in
need of this remedy are often locked into past happier times which they feel can never
return, leaving them with feelings of nostalgia, sadness or regret. This is an excellent
remedy for anyone experiencing difficulty with homesickness, bereavement, divorce,
or unaccepted change of all kinds. Honeysuckle helps to dissolve these difficult feelings
bringing greater acceptance of the past and hope for the future. Honeysuckle, Star
of Bethlehem and Walnut used in combination are a particularly valuable support for
anyone coming to terms with loss of any kind.
HORNBEAM ... Carpinus Betulus
Keyword - Mental Vitality Bach Group - Uncertainty
Hornbeam helps those who feel that they lack the mental strength to carry out the
everyday tasks of their lives. Those in need of this remedy often experience a state of
procrastination brought on by a kind of mental weariness or staleness. They feel tired
even after a good nights sleep and find it very difficult to get going in the morning,
maybe needing several cups of coffee in order to be ready to face the day. However
once they eventually do get going they usually discover that they are perfectly capable
of completing their day’s work.
IMPATIENS … Impatiens Royalei
Keyword - Patience Bach Group - Loneliness
Impatiens helps those who are driven by an inner sense of urgency, a feeling that
they need to get things done ‘yesterday’. Those in need of Impatiens can become
very impatient and irritable with others who are naturally slower than they are, a state
that often creates inner discomfort and tightness. They usually prefer to do things by
themselves because it is; ‘quicker to do it myself’. The Impatiens personality does not
wait for long for anything, even to the point of finishing others sentences and can easily
flare up in anger if pushed, although this will normally be quickly over and forgotten.
They are very independent minded and can become isolated and unable to connect
with others in the extreme state.
LARCH ... Larix Europea
Keyword - Self Confidence Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Larch helps to restore confidence in one’s own abilities. Those in need of Larch have
such an in built unconscious certainty of failure that they never attempt new things in
life and so never discover their true potential. They automatically feel inferior to others
and will stand back, allowing those that they feel are better able than themselves to
take up life’s opportunities. Larch helps to remind those with these traits that deep
down they do have the ability and restores their confidence to live life to the full.
MIMULUS ... Mimulus Guttatus
Keyword - Courage Bach Group - Fear
Mimulus helps those who feel they need greater courage to face up to the everyday
events of life. Those in need of Mimulus suffer unnecessary fear and worry about
everyday situations, such as visiting the dentist, flying, swimming, spiders or perhaps
taking their driving test. They can appear nervous, shy or timid and may stammer, stutter
or blush easily when in situations where they feel vulnerable. Sensitivity to crowds,
loud noises, or bright lights are other examples of states for which Mimulus would be
beneficial. As Mimulus dissolves their fears and worries those with this personality trait
find themselves able to create a more positive mental approach to life.
MUSTARD ... Sinapsis Arvensis
Keyword - Joy Bach Group - Uncertainty
Mustard helps those who from time to time experience a black cloud of gloom that
comes and goes for no reason that is obvious. Those in this state feel despairing and
unable to cover over how they feel. They withdraw into themselves, feeling separate
and isolated from the rest of the world. Mustard helps to dispel the blackness, bringing
back light and joy.
OAK ... Quercus Robur
Keyword - Strength & endurance Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Oak helps those who need help to restore the qualities of strength and endurance.
Those in need of Oak tend to struggle on enduring all things long after others would
have given up. They possess great strength and courage and like the mighty Oak tree
itself often provide shelter and nourishment for others. However this is often done at
great cost to themselves and can lead to the despairing feeling of being suddenly and
completely lacking in the strength to carry on. Often their legs ache and a great weariness
comes over them. Taken short term Oak will help to restore strength and fortitude so that
they can carry on. Taken more long term it will help the Oak personality to find new
balance so that they learn to conserve some energy and reserves for themselves.
OLIVE ... Olea Europaea
Keyword - Physical vitality Bach Group - Uncertainty
Olive helps those who feel that their reserves of energy are completely depleted and
that they have nothing left to carry on with. This could be either at any level. In the
acute state those in need of Olive often complain of being too tired to do another thing
or feeling completely washed out. This is usually the result of situations where a great
deal of energy has been used up - over working, a hard spell of digging in the garden
or exhaustion related to a long term illness are all situations that can be helped with Olive.
PINE ... Pinus Sylvestris
Keyword - Positive self-value Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Pine helps to restore a positive sense of inner self-value or self worth. Those in need of
Pine suffer from feelings of guilt, shame, self-blame or self reproach and will often take
responsibility for, or even apologize for, something that has nothing to do with them at all.
They are never truly satisfied with themselves and tend to feel that others are better than they
are. It is difficult for those in this state to find any real sense of achievement or joy in life.
RED CHESTNUT ... Aesculus Carnea
Keyword - Optimism that all is well Bach Group - Fear
Red Chestnut helps those who are fearful for the safety of others. Those in need of Red
Chestnut worry for the safety of others, particularly those close to them. When things do
not happen as anticipated they will immediately fear the worst, imagining that some harm
has befallen their loved ones; ‘they must have had an accident’. A mother who is afraid for
her children when they are even a little late home is a good example of this kind of fear, a
fear that will immediately vanish when the family members return unharmed. Red Chestnut
helps to restore optimism and trust in the Divine Plan bringing the recognition that everyone
has their own path and is divinely looked after no matter what happens to them.
ROCK ROSE ... Helianthemum Nummularium
Keyword - Fearlessness Bach Group - Fear
Rock Rose is helpful in any situation where there is the need to transmute the vibrations
of extreme fear, panic or terror. In an acute state those in need of Rock Rose may become
rigid, shaking or petrified by acute fear. They can paralysed by fear or experience
the kind of blind panic that creates the urge to run away to anywhere but where they
currently are. The tendency to panic in emergencies or to have terrifying nightmares
also indicates a need for Rock Rose.
ROCKWATER ... Aqua Petra
Keyword - Freedom & flexibility Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Rock Water helps to restore the ability to be open minded and flexible in one’s beliefs.
Those in need of Rock Water set themselves very high standards and impose very
strict disciplines upon themselves in an effort to adhere to their high minded, idealistic
principles. They hope to set an example for others to follow by forcing themselves to be
saints or martyrs. As a result they live a very rigid lifestyle, often denying themselves
even the smallest luxury. This self-punishing attitude creates deeply suppressed
physical & emotional needs. The phrase ‘a sack cloth & ashes type’ sums up the acute
state of this remedy very well. Rock Water helps to dissolve these personality traits
bringing the understanding that it is loving acceptance of all aspects of self and
freedom from dogma that allows us to make real and lasting inner change.
SCLERANTHUS ... Scleranthus Annuus
Keyword - Balance & Decisiveness Bach Group - Uncertainty Scleranthus helps to restore the qualities of balance and decisiveness in the personality. Those in need of Scleranthus can be gripped by crippling indecision when faced witha choice between two things. In this situation they will usually weigh things up and ‘um& ah’ for a long time. Emotionally they can swing from one extreme to another very
easily and may become quickly tearful. Mentally they can have a tendency to respond
to outside stimulus rather like a grasshopper, making it hard for them to concentrate
in the negative state. Scleranthus helps to restore one’s inner point of balance creating
a greater connection with the Soul and one’s own inner direction.
STAR OF BETHLEHEM ... Ornithogalum Umbellatum
Keyword - Transforming Shock Bach Group - Despair and Despondency
Star of Bethlehem is helpful in any situation where shock or trauma of any kind has been
experienced, whether immediate or in the past. If this essence is given immediately
in situations of shock and trauma it will help to take away the numbing effect and
assist the body to mobilise its self-healing abilities. This should obviously not replace
medical assistance, but could enhance it. This remedy can be very beneficial for those
who retain shock or trauma at some level from past situations and events. Situations
such as bereavement, accident, sudden loss of job, divorce, ‘bad’ news etc are all
situations that might call for the help of Star of Bethlehem.
SWEET CHESTNUT … Castanea Sativa
Keyword - The light at the end of the tunnel Bach Group - Despair &
Despondency
Sweet Chestnut’s gift is its ability to restore our connection to our Soul’s light and love.
In the acute state those in need of Sweet Chestnut feel that they have reached the
limits of their endurance and are at the end of the road. In this extreme state they feel
an absolute and utter despair or hopelessness – a state of desolation in which they
feel isolated from the rest of mankind. Often described as ‘the dark night of the soul’
this state can be experienced when the personality is faced with the challenge of
confronting itself. The ‘back to the wall’ feeling is the result of the personality’s resistance
to make the inner change necessary to move to the next level of consciousness, so this
uncomfortable state can sometimes precede a big movement forward. Sweet Chestnut
brings back the light and joy to life, dissolving the darkness.
VERVAIN ... Verbena Officinalis
Keyword - Realistic responsibility Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Vervain helps those who need to restore balance to the unconscious belief that it is
their responsibility to take care of everything around them. Those in need of Vervain
have very high principles and ideals that they seek to convert others to, by the sheer
force of their will and enthusiasm. They are perfectionists who tend to overwork, driving
themselves way past what is reasonable, often becoming wound up & highly strung as
a result. In the acute state they can be fanatical, over zealous and incensed by injustice.
Vervain restores balance to these states allowing the personality to take a more realistic
perspective in its attitude to responsibility and to recognise the need for others to have
the freedom to follow their own path in life.
VINE ... Vitis Vinifera
Keyword - Positive leadership Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Vine helps to restore the principle of balanced leadership through the right use of power
and will. Those in need of Vine have a tendency to be over bearing, dominating, certain
that they are right and need to take control in every situation. They can find it very hard
to hear another’s point of view and will intimidate others weaker than themselves, often
without realising what they are doing. Extreme examples of this personality type are the
ruthless tyrant or bully. Vine helps to open the heart and to remind the personality that
positive leadership is the result of a partnership between the heart and the mind.
WALNUT ... Juglans Regia
Keyword - Adaptability & Protection Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Walnut promotes adaptability, flexibility and protection during times of change. We all
face the challenge of change many times in our lives and Walnut helps us to be open,
flexible and adaptable at such times. This might be the physical changes that occur as
we move through the various stages of life, or life style changes such as bereavement,
divorce, new house or job. In such situations Walnut acts as a link breaker helping us to
release the old and decisively embrace the new. It can also provide a cloak of protection
for those over sensitive to their environment or to the influence of others.
WATER VIOLET ... Hottonia Palustris
Keyword - Humility Bach Group - Loneliness
Water Violet helps to restore the soul qualities of humility and wisdom. Those in need
of Water Violet often have much valuable wisdom and insight to share but due to
their gentle, sensitive natures find it hard to communicate this to others. They have a
tendency to withdraw into their own space and can sometimes appear to be aloof and
unapproachable or perhaps slightly superior or proud, all aspects of personality that
contribute to their sense of isolation from others. Water Violet helps them to remember
the oneness of all things and to dissolve the barriers around the heart that this state
creates, promoting the ability to socialise easily and to share their integrity, wisdom
and knowledge.
WHITE CHESTNUT … Aesculus Hippocastanum
Keyword - Tranquillity of mind Bach Group - Lack of Interest
White Chestnut brings the gift of a calm, peaceful mind uncluttered by unnecessary
thoughts. Those in need of White Chestnut suffer from a constantly busy mind in which
there is no reprieve from revolving thoughts that circulate round and round like a
hamster on a wheel. They often experience recurring internal mental arguments and
conversations, all states that effectively cut them off from the present moment and can
sometimes make it difficult to sleep. White Chestnut brings tranquillity and clarity of
thought.
WILD OAT … Bromus Asper
Keyword - Clarity of Direction Bach Group - Uncertainty
Wild Oat promotes an inner certainty about the vocational direction of ones life.
Those in need of Wild Oat have not yet connected with the inner direction of their Soul
that would give them clarity on the direction of their chosen life path. They are often
strongly ambitious people with many talents and gifts but as they lack a strong inner
sense of how to use them tend to end up flitting from one thing to another. A state of
uncertainty that means they are endlessly searching in the outer world for the ‘right’
direction when the answer is actually within themselves. Wild Oat helps to strengthen
their inner connection and promote clarity of direction.
WILD ROSE … Rosa Canina
Keyword - Enthusiasm Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Wild Rose helps to restore the qualities of enthusiasm and joy in the process of life.
Those in need of Wild Rose experience a state of apathetic resignation, which can
bring with it feelings of boredom or tiredness. In an acute state they appear to have
given up, completely lacking the motivation and enthusiasm necessary to function
normally in life. Some people experience this during a long-term illness, having been
told to resign themselves to the fact they may never be fully well again. Wild Rose
helps to bring back the enthusiasm to find joy in life whatever the circumstances.
WILLOW ... Salix Vitellina
Keyword - Forgiveness Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Willow restores the qualities of self-responsibility and forgiveness. Those in need of
Willow have a tendency to feel a victim of circumstance and to blame others for their life
situation. They may become easily bitter or resentful, bear grudges or feel that ‘life’s not
fair’ when things do not go their way. Willow helps to dissolve these difficult personality
traits and to promote the recognition of the need for self–responsibility, forgiveness of
self and others and to restore optimism in their ability to create the life they want.
REVIVAL REMEDY. /RESCUE REMEDY
- For Emergency Situations -
Revival Remedy is a combination of Cherry Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose
and Star of Bethlehem. This combination is an originally formulation of Dr Bach’s for
use in situations requiring ‘emergency rescue’. It is a very swift emotional stabiliser
in situations of great fear, panic, trauma, or severe stress such as serious accidents
or unexpected bereavement. It is also very useful in other situations such as exams,
driving tests, visits to the dentist, etc. In emergency situations take 4 drops on the
tongue directly from the stock bottle, repeat until stabilised and calm. It can also be
applied to pulse points or sipped in a small amount of water. Releasing the effects of
shock, fear or trauma, enables the body’s self-healing process to take effect quicker.
Revival Remedy should not replace medical attention.
REVIVAL REMEDY CREAM
The five remedies used in Dr Bach’s original ‘emergency rescue’ combination; Cherry
Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose and Star of Bethlehem together with Crab Apple
& Pine mixed into a natural cream base, make an excellent ‘emergency’ formula for
external application. Beneficial and soothing, it is useful on scars, skin blemishes,
pulled muscles etc. Revival Remedy Cream is not tested on animals.
Choosing the Correct Bach Flower Remedies
There are 38 Bach Flower Remedies, each helping you to bring balance to a different
state of mind and emotion, so when choosing the correct ones for you, the starting
place is always with how you think and feel. Take a moment to look at how you react to
the events and situations currently in your life. For example, perhaps certain people,
situations or events trigger a fearful, angry or guilty reaction. Maybe you experience
feelings of hopelessness, doubt or lack of confidence.
Once you have identified the states it is then a simple process to choose the remedies
that will promote greater harmony.
Using the Bach Flower Remedies
Choose the remedies that will help to bring balance to the issues that you identify.
You can use a single remedy or up to 8 remedies together as a combination.
You can dilute the stock level Remedies that you buy to make a combination bottle,
or add them directly to your drinks.
You can also take the stock remedy directly on the tongue if you wish.
How to Make a Combination
To make a Combination Bottle put 2 drops of each remedy required ( 4 drops of
Revival Remedy combination ) into a clean glass dropper bottle containing up to
30ml of spring or spa water. You can add a teaspoon full of brandy or cider vinegar
as a preservative if you wish.
To make a Combination in a drink put 4 drops of each remedy required ( 6 drops of
Revival Remedy combination ) into a glass or water bottle.
Dosage Instructions
We recommend a dosage of 8 x a day for chronic states and every 30 - 60
minutes for acute states, reverting to the normal dosage when more balance
has returned.
Take your chosen Bach Flower Remedies for two - four weeks before reviewing how
you feel. After this time you may find that you need to change some of your original
choices or that you need to continue with the same ones for longer. Working in this way
over a period of six months or so you will find that there has been a subtle but definite
shift in the way you perceive your world.
Bach Flower Remedies can be taken by everyone* - children, babies’ animals and
plants included - safely and without fear of side effects, overdosing or addiction. While
they are not intended to replace medical treatment where necessary, they can be used
in conjunction with, and to compliment, any other form of treatment.
* Please note that Bach Flower Remedies are preserved in brandy, so please be cautious if
you have issues around the use of alcohol.
AGRIMONY... Agrimonia Eupatoria
Key Word - Inner Harmony Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Agrimony restores the ability to express ones true feelings and emotions no matter
what these might be. Those in need of Agrimony have much inner anxiety and turmoil
that they cover up with a smile and a laugh when in the company of others. They are so
successful at this that they appear to be ‘the life & soul of the party’ without a care in the
world. Their sensitivity and dislike of discord leads them to try to keep the peace at any
cost. However, when the pressure of these bottled up emotions becomes too great they
may explode in anger and often use alcohol or drugs as a way of cutting themselves
off from their unexpressed inner worries. Other indications for this remedy are restless
sleep patterns and a need for constant outer stimulation. Agrimony promotes ease of
expression, leading to feelings of real inner harmony and peace.
ASPEN ... Populus Tremula
Key Word - Feeling Safe Bach Group - Fear
Aspen helps those who experience anxiety for which there appears to be no logical
reason. This can take the form of vague but potent apprehension of some unknown
future event or an uneasy ‘spooked out’ feeling in the dark or in strange places. The
creepy, shivery feeling that is sometimes described as ‘someone just walked over
my grave’ expresses the Aspen fear of the spirit / psychic realms very well. Shaking,
trembling, or vague fluttering feelings in the tummy together with coldness, paleness
& nightmares are all indications of the need for Aspen.
BEECH … Fagus Sylvatica
Key Word - Tolerance Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Beech helps those who need to establish a more loving, lenient and flexible
relationship with themselves and with those around them. Criticism, judgement and
intolerance are very common personality traits in today’s world where they are often
seen as acceptable ways of instilling discipline in children as they grow up. However
when these traits are not balanced with enough love the result is an individual who is
constantly critical, intolerant and judgemental of themselves and others. Being easily
irritated by others habits, having a very fixed outlook on life or so sensitive to criticism
from others that it is difficult to benefit from life’s lessons, are all indications of the need
for this remedy.
CENTAURY … Centaurium Erythraea
Key Word - Self Determination Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Centaury restores the qualities of inner strength & self-determination. Those in need
of Centaury have a misplaced sense of service and believe that they must put others
needs before their own. They appear to lack the will power to say ‘no’ and are easily
dominated and open to being taken advantage of by those with stronger personalities.
As a consequence they often wear themselves out in service to others and do not
develop their own individuality or creativity. Those in the negative Centaury state are
often seen as being ‘a doormat for others’.
CERATO … Ceratostigma Willmottiana
Keyword - Trust Bach Group - Uncertainty
Cerato restores the qualities of inner certainty and wisdom. Those in need of Cerato
have difficulty trusting in their own intuition or ‘inner voice’. They appear to have an
air of uncertainty around them and tend to seek the opinions of others when faced with
decisions in their lives, rather than trust their own judgement. Even when they have
consulted with friends & colleagues they will still have great difficulty making a firm
choice of direction causing themselves much confusion. The statement ‘I don’t know’
can often be heard from the lips of those in the negative Cerato state. Cerato helps to
create a bridge between the personality and the Soul restoring the ability to know and
trust one’s own innate inner wisdom.
CHERRY PLUM … Prunus Cerasifera
Keyword - Rationality & calmness Bach Group - Fear
Cherry Plum restores the qualities of balance, calmness and positive control of the
mind. The negative Cherry Plum state can be a very extreme and uncomfortable one
in which the personality experiences powerful and irrational fears. Those in need
of this remedy often feel that they are loosing control of their mind, going insane, or
perhaps having a breakdown. They can be snappy, on edge, want to scream or fear
that they could be uncharacteristically violent, either to themselves or others. In a very
extreme state they may have wide staring eyes and be unable to stop themselves from
saying or doing things that are completely out of their normal character. Many women
experience variations of these irrational feelings related to their monthly cycle. In all
these situations Cherry Plum brings calmness, rationality and peace.
CHESTNUT BUD … Aesculus Hippocastanum
Keyword - Learning from experience Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Chestnut Bud helps those who need to focus more fully on their current life experiences
in order to move forward. Those in need of Chestnut Bud appear to repeat the same
old life situations over & over again, seemingly unable to assimilate the lesson in the
experience that would allow them to move on. An example might be someone who finds
themselves in a cycle of destructive relationships but cannot seem to make the inner
changes that would allow them to disentangle themselves. Chestnut Bud is a generally
helpful remedy for anyone who finds it difficult to take in information in any form.
CHICORY … Cichorium Intybus
Keyword - Unattached Love Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Chicory helps to restore the principles of unattached and selfless love. Those in need of
Chicory tend to be possessive of those they care about, wanting to keep them nearby to
cling onto and to love. They can appear to be emotionally needy, manipulative, excessively
interfering or easily fall into self-pity and resentment if their efforts at ‘helping’ others are
not appreciated. Behind the negative chicory state lays an inner emptiness and feeling
of being unwanted or unloved that unconsciously drives the personality to use these
rather selfish and manipulative ways to get its needs met. Chicory helps to dissolve these
personality traits and to promote the more balanced energy of the ‘universal mother’ who
gives her love unconditionally, knowing that love is everlastingly abundant.
CLEMATIS … Clematis Vitalba
Keyword - Being in the here & now Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Clematis helps those who all too easily drift off into daydreams and fantasies about
the future feeling that life will be better there, than it currently is. People in need
of this remedy seem to be generally inattentive or sleepy and might complain of
forgetfulness or a lack of concentration. They often have cold feet and hands, and often
need lots of sleep. Their lack of desire to be fully present means that they have their
‘head in the clouds’ most of the time and are generally ungrounded which makes them
prone to appearing clumsy or accident-prone. Psychics and those working a lot in
their imagination like artists and writers often need the ‘reality check’ that this remedy
brings.
CRAB APPLE … Malus Sylvestris
Keyword - Purity Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Crab Apple aids purification at all levels. Those in need of Crab Apple have temporarily
lost sight of their own innate purity and carry underlying feelings of uncleanness,
dirtiness or lack of purity, which in extreme states can manifest as obsessions related to
housework or bodily cleanliness. They can be fussy, easily upset and have a tendency
to make mountains out of molehills when in the negative state. Other indications for
this remedy are skin eruptions or compulsive, obsessional behaviour of any sort. Crab
Apple can usefully be applied to the skin as a lotion in a little water or added to a bath
(10-12 drops), in addition to being ingested.
ELM … Ulmus Campestris
Keyword - Balanced Responsibility Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Elm helps those normally very capable people, perhaps with responsible jobs, large
families or dependants to care for who suddenly find themselves feeling overburdened,
overwhelmed and uncharacteristically unable to cope with their responsibilities. ‘The last
straw that broke the camels back’ sums up the negative state of this remedy very well. Taken
short term Elm will very quickly help to restore the strength of mind and ability to cope.
Taken more long term it will help the Elm personality to determine which responsibilities
are truly their own and to balance these with the need for personal nurturing.
GENTIAN … Gentiana Amarella
Keyword - Faith Bach Group - Uncertainty
Gentian is the remedy for those who need help to restore the soul qualities of trust
and faith at a personality level. Those who need this remedy are uncertain about their
relationship with their Creator and find it difficult to see themselves as part of a greater
whole in which all is ordered according to a higher plan. They are easily discouraged
by even small setbacks in life and can appear pessimistic and cynical because they
find it very difficult to see a positive resolution to any problem. The phrase ‘doubting
Thomas’ sums up the negative Gentian state very well.
GORSE … Ulex Europoeus
Keyword - Hope Bach Group - Uncertainty
Gorse is the remedy for those who suffer great uncertainty in the process of life,
causing them to experience feelings of hopelessness and despair. This is a state
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sometimes found in those with a long-term illness who have lost all hope of recovery or
in those whose experiences have caused them to view life ‘as a lost cause’. When this
state is very deep rooted a person may have dark rings under the eyes or be prone to
sigh a lot. Taken over a period of time Gorse will help to dispel these dark feelings and
promote new hope and vision for the future.
HEATHER … Calluna Vulgaris
Keyword - Empathy for others Bach Group - Loneliness
Heather is the remedy for those whose inner sense of isolation and loneliness manifests
as a compulsive need to talk about themselves to anyone and everyone - even a
complete stranger. When in an acute state, those in need of this remedy appear to have
their thoughts entirely focussed on themselves and can cause unsuspecting listeners to
feel as though they are unable to escape by the very force of their conversation. They
make very poor listeners and sadly can drive people away by the very strength of their
own neediness. Heather will help to relieve this state so that they are more in touch with
the need to give as well as receive.
HOLLY … Ilex Aquifolium
Keyword - Unconditional Love Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Dr Bach says of Holly that it; ‘opens the heart and unites us with Divine Love’.
Unconditional, Divine Love is the highest form of love and one that is present within the
heart of every human being. However when this love is not recognised and nurtured
the heart gradually closes down and defence patterns of the personality such as anger,
revenge, jealousy & hatred take root. Those in this state can also appear to be suspicious,
distrustful or supersensitive to real or imagined slights. The powerful energy of the
Holly remedy floods the heart with the vibrations of Divine, unconditional love helping
to transmute and transform these negative states.
HONEYSUCKLE … Lonicera Caprifolium
Keyword - Letting Go Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Honeysuckle helps those who are unable to let go of the past in some way. Those in
need of this remedy are often locked into past happier times which they feel can never
return, leaving them with feelings of nostalgia, sadness or regret. This is an excellent
remedy for anyone experiencing difficulty with homesickness, bereavement, divorce,
or unaccepted change of all kinds. Honeysuckle helps to dissolve these difficult feelings
bringing greater acceptance of the past and hope for the future. Honeysuckle, Star
of Bethlehem and Walnut used in combination are a particularly valuable support for
anyone coming to terms with loss of any kind.
HORNBEAM ... Carpinus Betulus
Keyword - Mental Vitality Bach Group - Uncertainty
Hornbeam helps those who feel that they lack the mental strength to carry out the
everyday tasks of their lives. Those in need of this remedy often experience a state of
procrastination brought on by a kind of mental weariness or staleness. They feel tired
even after a good nights sleep and find it very difficult to get going in the morning,
maybe needing several cups of coffee in order to be ready to face the day. However
once they eventually do get going they usually discover that they are perfectly capable
of completing their day’s work.
IMPATIENS … Impatiens Royalei
Keyword - Patience Bach Group - Loneliness
Impatiens helps those who are driven by an inner sense of urgency, a feeling that
they need to get things done ‘yesterday’. Those in need of Impatiens can become
very impatient and irritable with others who are naturally slower than they are, a state
that often creates inner discomfort and tightness. They usually prefer to do things by
themselves because it is; ‘quicker to do it myself’. The Impatiens personality does not
wait for long for anything, even to the point of finishing others sentences and can easily
flare up in anger if pushed, although this will normally be quickly over and forgotten.
They are very independent minded and can become isolated and unable to connect
with others in the extreme state.
LARCH ... Larix Europea
Keyword - Self Confidence Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Larch helps to restore confidence in one’s own abilities. Those in need of Larch have
such an in built unconscious certainty of failure that they never attempt new things in
life and so never discover their true potential. They automatically feel inferior to others
and will stand back, allowing those that they feel are better able than themselves to
take up life’s opportunities. Larch helps to remind those with these traits that deep
down they do have the ability and restores their confidence to live life to the full.
MIMULUS ... Mimulus Guttatus
Keyword - Courage Bach Group - Fear
Mimulus helps those who feel they need greater courage to face up to the everyday
events of life. Those in need of Mimulus suffer unnecessary fear and worry about
everyday situations, such as visiting the dentist, flying, swimming, spiders or perhaps
taking their driving test. They can appear nervous, shy or timid and may stammer, stutter
or blush easily when in situations where they feel vulnerable. Sensitivity to crowds,
loud noises, or bright lights are other examples of states for which Mimulus would be
beneficial. As Mimulus dissolves their fears and worries those with this personality trait
find themselves able to create a more positive mental approach to life.
MUSTARD ... Sinapsis Arvensis
Keyword - Joy Bach Group - Uncertainty
Mustard helps those who from time to time experience a black cloud of gloom that
comes and goes for no reason that is obvious. Those in this state feel despairing and
unable to cover over how they feel. They withdraw into themselves, feeling separate
and isolated from the rest of the world. Mustard helps to dispel the blackness, bringing
back light and joy.
OAK ... Quercus Robur
Keyword - Strength & endurance Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Oak helps those who need help to restore the qualities of strength and endurance.
Those in need of Oak tend to struggle on enduring all things long after others would
have given up. They possess great strength and courage and like the mighty Oak tree
itself often provide shelter and nourishment for others. However this is often done at
great cost to themselves and can lead to the despairing feeling of being suddenly and
completely lacking in the strength to carry on. Often their legs ache and a great weariness
comes over them. Taken short term Oak will help to restore strength and fortitude so that
they can carry on. Taken more long term it will help the Oak personality to find new
balance so that they learn to conserve some energy and reserves for themselves.
OLIVE ... Olea Europaea
Keyword - Physical vitality Bach Group - Uncertainty
Olive helps those who feel that their reserves of energy are completely depleted and
that they have nothing left to carry on with. This could be either at any level. In the
acute state those in need of Olive often complain of being too tired to do another thing
or feeling completely washed out. This is usually the result of situations where a great
deal of energy has been used up - over working, a hard spell of digging in the garden
or exhaustion related to a long term illness are all situations that can be helped with Olive.
PINE ... Pinus Sylvestris
Keyword - Positive self-value Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Pine helps to restore a positive sense of inner self-value or self worth. Those in need of
Pine suffer from feelings of guilt, shame, self-blame or self reproach and will often take
responsibility for, or even apologize for, something that has nothing to do with them at all.
They are never truly satisfied with themselves and tend to feel that others are better than they
are. It is difficult for those in this state to find any real sense of achievement or joy in life.
RED CHESTNUT ... Aesculus Carnea
Keyword - Optimism that all is well Bach Group - Fear
Red Chestnut helps those who are fearful for the safety of others. Those in need of Red
Chestnut worry for the safety of others, particularly those close to them. When things do
not happen as anticipated they will immediately fear the worst, imagining that some harm
has befallen their loved ones; ‘they must have had an accident’. A mother who is afraid for
her children when they are even a little late home is a good example of this kind of fear, a
fear that will immediately vanish when the family members return unharmed. Red Chestnut
helps to restore optimism and trust in the Divine Plan bringing the recognition that everyone
has their own path and is divinely looked after no matter what happens to them.
ROCK ROSE ... Helianthemum Nummularium
Keyword - Fearlessness Bach Group - Fear
Rock Rose is helpful in any situation where there is the need to transmute the vibrations
of extreme fear, panic or terror. In an acute state those in need of Rock Rose may become
rigid, shaking or petrified by acute fear. They can paralysed by fear or experience
the kind of blind panic that creates the urge to run away to anywhere but where they
currently are. The tendency to panic in emergencies or to have terrifying nightmares
also indicates a need for Rock Rose.
ROCKWATER ... Aqua Petra
Keyword - Freedom & flexibility Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Rock Water helps to restore the ability to be open minded and flexible in one’s beliefs.
Those in need of Rock Water set themselves very high standards and impose very
strict disciplines upon themselves in an effort to adhere to their high minded, idealistic
principles. They hope to set an example for others to follow by forcing themselves to be
saints or martyrs. As a result they live a very rigid lifestyle, often denying themselves
even the smallest luxury. This self-punishing attitude creates deeply suppressed
physical & emotional needs. The phrase ‘a sack cloth & ashes type’ sums up the acute
state of this remedy very well. Rock Water helps to dissolve these personality traits
bringing the understanding that it is loving acceptance of all aspects of self and
freedom from dogma that allows us to make real and lasting inner change.
SCLERANTHUS ... Scleranthus Annuus
Keyword - Balance & Decisiveness Bach Group - Uncertainty Scleranthus helps to restore the qualities of balance and decisiveness in the personality. Those in need of Scleranthus can be gripped by crippling indecision when faced witha choice between two things. In this situation they will usually weigh things up and ‘um& ah’ for a long time. Emotionally they can swing from one extreme to another very
easily and may become quickly tearful. Mentally they can have a tendency to respond
to outside stimulus rather like a grasshopper, making it hard for them to concentrate
in the negative state. Scleranthus helps to restore one’s inner point of balance creating
a greater connection with the Soul and one’s own inner direction.
STAR OF BETHLEHEM ... Ornithogalum Umbellatum
Keyword - Transforming Shock Bach Group - Despair and Despondency
Star of Bethlehem is helpful in any situation where shock or trauma of any kind has been
experienced, whether immediate or in the past. If this essence is given immediately
in situations of shock and trauma it will help to take away the numbing effect and
assist the body to mobilise its self-healing abilities. This should obviously not replace
medical assistance, but could enhance it. This remedy can be very beneficial for those
who retain shock or trauma at some level from past situations and events. Situations
such as bereavement, accident, sudden loss of job, divorce, ‘bad’ news etc are all
situations that might call for the help of Star of Bethlehem.
SWEET CHESTNUT … Castanea Sativa
Keyword - The light at the end of the tunnel Bach Group - Despair &
Despondency
Sweet Chestnut’s gift is its ability to restore our connection to our Soul’s light and love.
In the acute state those in need of Sweet Chestnut feel that they have reached the
limits of their endurance and are at the end of the road. In this extreme state they feel
an absolute and utter despair or hopelessness – a state of desolation in which they
feel isolated from the rest of mankind. Often described as ‘the dark night of the soul’
this state can be experienced when the personality is faced with the challenge of
confronting itself. The ‘back to the wall’ feeling is the result of the personality’s resistance
to make the inner change necessary to move to the next level of consciousness, so this
uncomfortable state can sometimes precede a big movement forward. Sweet Chestnut
brings back the light and joy to life, dissolving the darkness.
VERVAIN ... Verbena Officinalis
Keyword - Realistic responsibility Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Vervain helps those who need to restore balance to the unconscious belief that it is
their responsibility to take care of everything around them. Those in need of Vervain
have very high principles and ideals that they seek to convert others to, by the sheer
force of their will and enthusiasm. They are perfectionists who tend to overwork, driving
themselves way past what is reasonable, often becoming wound up & highly strung as
a result. In the acute state they can be fanatical, over zealous and incensed by injustice.
Vervain restores balance to these states allowing the personality to take a more realistic
perspective in its attitude to responsibility and to recognise the need for others to have
the freedom to follow their own path in life.
VINE ... Vitis Vinifera
Keyword - Positive leadership Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Vine helps to restore the principle of balanced leadership through the right use of power
and will. Those in need of Vine have a tendency to be over bearing, dominating, certain
that they are right and need to take control in every situation. They can find it very hard
to hear another’s point of view and will intimidate others weaker than themselves, often
without realising what they are doing. Extreme examples of this personality type are the
ruthless tyrant or bully. Vine helps to open the heart and to remind the personality that
positive leadership is the result of a partnership between the heart and the mind.
WALNUT ... Juglans Regia
Keyword - Adaptability & Protection Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Walnut promotes adaptability, flexibility and protection during times of change. We all
face the challenge of change many times in our lives and Walnut helps us to be open,
flexible and adaptable at such times. This might be the physical changes that occur as
we move through the various stages of life, or life style changes such as bereavement,
divorce, new house or job. In such situations Walnut acts as a link breaker helping us to
release the old and decisively embrace the new. It can also provide a cloak of protection
for those over sensitive to their environment or to the influence of others.
WATER VIOLET ... Hottonia Palustris
Keyword - Humility Bach Group - Loneliness
Water Violet helps to restore the soul qualities of humility and wisdom. Those in need
of Water Violet often have much valuable wisdom and insight to share but due to
their gentle, sensitive natures find it hard to communicate this to others. They have a
tendency to withdraw into their own space and can sometimes appear to be aloof and
unapproachable or perhaps slightly superior or proud, all aspects of personality that
contribute to their sense of isolation from others. Water Violet helps them to remember
the oneness of all things and to dissolve the barriers around the heart that this state
creates, promoting the ability to socialise easily and to share their integrity, wisdom
and knowledge.
WHITE CHESTNUT … Aesculus Hippocastanum
Keyword - Tranquillity of mind Bach Group - Lack of Interest
White Chestnut brings the gift of a calm, peaceful mind uncluttered by unnecessary
thoughts. Those in need of White Chestnut suffer from a constantly busy mind in which
there is no reprieve from revolving thoughts that circulate round and round like a
hamster on a wheel. They often experience recurring internal mental arguments and
conversations, all states that effectively cut them off from the present moment and can
sometimes make it difficult to sleep. White Chestnut brings tranquillity and clarity of
thought.
WILD OAT … Bromus Asper
Keyword - Clarity of Direction Bach Group - Uncertainty
Wild Oat promotes an inner certainty about the vocational direction of ones life.
Those in need of Wild Oat have not yet connected with the inner direction of their Soul
that would give them clarity on the direction of their chosen life path. They are often
strongly ambitious people with many talents and gifts but as they lack a strong inner
sense of how to use them tend to end up flitting from one thing to another. A state of
uncertainty that means they are endlessly searching in the outer world for the ‘right’
direction when the answer is actually within themselves. Wild Oat helps to strengthen
their inner connection and promote clarity of direction.
WILD ROSE … Rosa Canina
Keyword - Enthusiasm Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Wild Rose helps to restore the qualities of enthusiasm and joy in the process of life.
Those in need of Wild Rose experience a state of apathetic resignation, which can
bring with it feelings of boredom or tiredness. In an acute state they appear to have
given up, completely lacking the motivation and enthusiasm necessary to function
normally in life. Some people experience this during a long-term illness, having been
told to resign themselves to the fact they may never be fully well again. Wild Rose
helps to bring back the enthusiasm to find joy in life whatever the circumstances.
WILLOW ... Salix Vitellina
Keyword - Forgiveness Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Willow restores the qualities of self-responsibility and forgiveness. Those in need of
Willow have a tendency to feel a victim of circumstance and to blame others for their life
situation. They may become easily bitter or resentful, bear grudges or feel that ‘life’s not
fair’ when things do not go their way. Willow helps to dissolve these difficult personality
traits and to promote the recognition of the need for self–responsibility, forgiveness of
self and others and to restore optimism in their ability to create the life they want.
REVIVAL REMEDY. /RESCUE REMEDY
- For Emergency Situations -
Revival Remedy is a combination of Cherry Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose
and Star of Bethlehem. This combination is an originally formulation of Dr Bach’s for
use in situations requiring ‘emergency rescue’. It is a very swift emotional stabiliser
in situations of great fear, panic, trauma, or severe stress such as serious accidents
or unexpected bereavement. It is also very useful in other situations such as exams,
driving tests, visits to the dentist, etc. In emergency situations take 4 drops on the
tongue directly from the stock bottle, repeat until stabilised and calm. It can also be
applied to pulse points or sipped in a small amount of water. Releasing the effects of
shock, fear or trauma, enables the body’s self-healing process to take effect quicker.
Revival Remedy should not replace medical attention.
REVIVAL REMEDY CREAM
The five remedies used in Dr Bach’s original ‘emergency rescue’ combination; Cherry
Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose and Star of Bethlehem together with Crab Apple
& Pine mixed into a natural cream base, make an excellent ‘emergency’ formula for
external application. Beneficial and soothing, it is useful on scars, skin blemishes,
pulled muscles etc. Revival Remedy Cream is not tested on animals.
Choosing the Correct Bach Flower Remedies
There are 38 Bach Flower Remedies, each helping you to bring balance to a different
state of mind and emotion, so when choosing the correct ones for you, the starting
place is always with how you think and feel. Take a moment to look at how you react to
the events and situations currently in your life. For example, perhaps certain people,
situations or events trigger a fearful, angry or guilty reaction. Maybe you experience
feelings of hopelessness, doubt or lack of confidence.
Once you have identified the states it is then a simple process to choose the remedies
that will promote greater harmony.
Using the Bach Flower Remedies
Choose the remedies that will help to bring balance to the issues that you identify.
You can use a single remedy or up to 8 remedies together as a combination.
You can dilute the stock level Remedies that you buy to make a combination bottle,
or add them directly to your drinks.
You can also take the stock remedy directly on the tongue if you wish.
How to Make a Combination
To make a Combination Bottle put 2 drops of each remedy required ( 4 drops of
Revival Remedy combination ) into a clean glass dropper bottle containing up to
30ml of spring or spa water. You can add a teaspoon full of brandy or cider vinegar
as a preservative if you wish.
To make a Combination in a drink put 4 drops of each remedy required ( 6 drops of
Revival Remedy combination ) into a glass or water bottle.
Dosage Instructions
We recommend a dosage of 8 x a day for chronic states and every 30 - 60
minutes for acute states, reverting to the normal dosage when more balance
has returned.
Take your chosen Bach Flower Remedies for two - four weeks before reviewing how
you feel. After this time you may find that you need to change some of your original
choices or that you need to continue with the same ones for longer. Working in this way
over a period of six months or so you will find that there has been a subtle but definite
shift in the way you perceive your world.
Bach Flower Remedies can be taken by everyone* - children, babies’ animals and
plants included - safely and without fear of side effects, overdosing or addiction. While
they are not intended to replace medical treatment where necessary, they can be used
in conjunction with, and to compliment, any other form of treatment.
* Please note that Bach Flower Remedies are preserved in brandy, so please be cautious if
you have issues around the use of alcohol.
The 38 Bach Flower Remedies
AGRIMONY... Agrimonia Eupatoria
Key Word - Inner Harmony Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Agrimony restores the ability to express ones true feelings and emotions no matter
what these might be. Those in need of Agrimony have much inner anxiety and turmoil
that they cover up with a smile and a laugh when in the company of others. They are so
successful at this that they appear to be ‘the life & soul of the party’ without a care in the
world. Their sensitivity and dislike of discord leads them to try to keep the peace at any
cost. However, when the pressure of these bottled up emotions becomes too great they
may explode in anger and often use alcohol or drugs as a way of cutting themselves
off from their unexpressed inner worries. Other indications for this remedy are restless
sleep patterns and a need for constant outer stimulation. Agrimony promotes ease of
expression, leading to feelings of real inner harmony and peace.
ASPEN ... Populus Tremula
Key Word - Feeling Safe Bach Group - Fear
Aspen helps those who experience anxiety for which there appears to be no logical
reason. This can take the form of vague but potent apprehension of some unknown
future event or an uneasy ‘spooked out’ feeling in the dark or in strange places. The
creepy, shivery feeling that is sometimes described as ‘someone just walked over
my grave’ expresses the Aspen fear of the spirit / psychic realms very well. Shaking,
trembling, or vague fluttering feelings in the tummy together with coldness, paleness
& nightmares are all indications of the need for Aspen.
BEECH … Fagus Sylvatica
Key Word - Tolerance Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Beech helps those who need to establish a more loving, lenient and flexible
relationship with themselves and with those around them. Criticism, judgement and
intolerance are very common personality traits in today’s world where they are often
seen as acceptable ways of instilling discipline in children as they grow up. However
when these traits are not balanced with enough love the result is an individual who is
constantly critical, intolerant and judgemental of themselves and others. Being easily
irritated by others habits, having a very fixed outlook on life or so sensitive to criticism
from others that it is difficult to benefit from life’s lessons, are all indications of the need
for this remedy.
CENTAURY … Centaurium Erythraea
Key Word - Self Determination Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Centaury restores the qualities of inner strength & self-determination. Those in need
of Centaury have a misplaced sense of service and believe that they must put others
needs before their own. They appear to lack the will power to say ‘no’ and are easily
dominated and open to being taken advantage of by those with stronger personalities.
As a consequence they often wear themselves out in service to others and do not
develop their own individuality or creativity. Those in the negative Centaury state are
often seen as being ‘a doormat for others’.
CERATO … Ceratostigma Willmottiana
Keyword - Trust Bach Group - Uncertainty
Cerato restores the qualities of inner certainty and wisdom. Those in need of Cerato
have difficulty trusting in their own intuition or ‘inner voice’. They appear to have an
air of uncertainty around them and tend to seek the opinions of others when faced with
decisions in their lives, rather than trust their own judgement. Even when they have
consulted with friends & colleagues they will still have great difficulty making a firm
choice of direction causing themselves much confusion. The statement ‘I don’t know’
can often be heard from the lips of those in the negative Cerato state. Cerato helps to
create a bridge between the personality and the Soul restoring the ability to know and
trust one’s own innate inner wisdom.
CHERRY PLUM … Prunus Cerasifera
Keyword - Rationality & calmness Bach Group - Fear
Cherry Plum restores the qualities of balance, calmness and positive control of the
mind. The negative Cherry Plum state can be a very extreme and uncomfortable one
in which the personality experiences powerful and irrational fears. Those in need
of this remedy often feel that they are loosing control of their mind, going insane, or
perhaps having a breakdown. They can be snappy, on edge, want to scream or fear
that they could be uncharacteristically violent, either to themselves or others. In a very
extreme state they may have wide staring eyes and be unable to stop themselves from
saying or doing things that are completely out of their normal character. Many women
experience variations of these irrational feelings related to their monthly cycle. In all
these situations Cherry Plum brings calmness, rationality and peace.
CHESTNUT BUD … Aesculus Hippocastanum
Keyword - Learning from experience Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Chestnut Bud helps those who need to focus more fully on their current life experiences
in order to move forward. Those in need of Chestnut Bud appear to repeat the same
old life situations over & over again, seemingly unable to assimilate the lesson in the
experience that would allow them to move on. An example might be someone who finds
themselves in a cycle of destructive relationships but cannot seem to make the inner
changes that would allow them to disentangle themselves. Chestnut Bud is a generally
helpful remedy for anyone who finds it difficult to take in information in any form.
CHICORY … Cichorium Intybus
Keyword - Unattached Love Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Chicory helps to restore the principles of unattached and selfless love. Those in need of
Chicory tend to be possessive of those they care about, wanting to keep them nearby to
cling onto and to love. They can appear to be emotionally needy, manipulative, excessively
interfering or easily fall into self-pity and resentment if their efforts at ‘helping’ others are
not appreciated. Behind the negative chicory state lays an inner emptiness and feeling
of being unwanted or unloved that unconsciously drives the personality to use these
rather selfish and manipulative ways to get its needs met. Chicory helps to dissolve these
personality traits and to promote the more balanced energy of the ‘universal mother’ who
gives her love unconditionally, knowing that love is everlastingly abundant.
CLEMATIS … Clematis Vitalba
Keyword - Being in the here & now Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Clematis helps those who all too easily drift off into daydreams and fantasies about
the future feeling that life will be better there, than it currently is. People in need
of this remedy seem to be generally inattentive or sleepy and might complain of
forgetfulness or a lack of concentration. They often have cold feet and hands, and often
need lots of sleep. Their lack of desire to be fully present means that they have their
‘head in the clouds’ most of the time and are generally ungrounded which makes them
prone to appearing clumsy or accident-prone. Psychics and those working a lot in
their imagination like artists and writers often need the ‘reality check’ that this remedy
brings.
CRAB APPLE … Malus Sylvestris
Keyword - Purity Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Crab Apple aids purification at all levels. Those in need of Crab Apple have temporarily
lost sight of their own innate purity and carry underlying feelings of uncleanness,
dirtiness or lack of purity, which in extreme states can manifest as obsessions related to
housework or bodily cleanliness. They can be fussy, easily upset and have a tendency
to make mountains out of molehills when in the negative state. Other indications for
this remedy are skin eruptions or compulsive, obsessional behaviour of any sort. Crab
Apple can usefully be applied to the skin as a lotion in a little water or added to a bath
(10-12 drops), in addition to being ingested.
ELM … Ulmus Campestris
Keyword - Balanced Responsibility Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Elm helps those normally very capable people, perhaps with responsible jobs, large
families or dependants to care for who suddenly find themselves feeling overburdened,
overwhelmed and uncharacteristically unable to cope with their responsibilities. ‘The last
straw that broke the camels back’ sums up the negative state of this remedy very well. Taken
short term Elm will very quickly help to restore the strength of mind and ability to cope.
Taken more long term it will help the Elm personality to determine which responsibilities
are truly their own and to balance these with the need for personal nurturing.
GENTIAN … Gentiana Amarella
Keyword - Faith Bach Group - Uncertainty
Gentian is the remedy for those who need help to restore the soul qualities of trust
and faith at a personality level. Those who need this remedy are uncertain about their
relationship with their Creator and find it difficult to see themselves as part of a greater
whole in which all is ordered according to a higher plan. They are easily discouraged
by even small setbacks in life and can appear pessimistic and cynical because they
find it very difficult to see a positive resolution to any problem. The phrase ‘doubting
Thomas’ sums up the negative Gentian state very well.
GORSE … Ulex Europoeus
Keyword - Hope Bach Group - Uncertainty
Gorse is the remedy for those who suffer great uncertainty in the process of life,
causing them to experience feelings of hopelessness and despair. This is a state
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sometimes found in those with a long-term illness who have lost all hope of recovery or
in those whose experiences have caused them to view life ‘as a lost cause’. When this
state is very deep rooted a person may have dark rings under the eyes or be prone to
sigh a lot. Taken over a period of time Gorse will help to dispel these dark feelings and
promote new hope and vision for the future.
HEATHER … Calluna Vulgaris
Keyword - Empathy for others Bach Group - Loneliness
Heather is the remedy for those whose inner sense of isolation and loneliness manifests
as a compulsive need to talk about themselves to anyone and everyone - even a
complete stranger. When in an acute state, those in need of this remedy appear to have
their thoughts entirely focussed on themselves and can cause unsuspecting listeners to
feel as though they are unable to escape by the very force of their conversation. They
make very poor listeners and sadly can drive people away by the very strength of their
own neediness. Heather will help to relieve this state so that they are more in touch with
the need to give as well as receive.
HOLLY … Ilex Aquifolium
Keyword - Unconditional Love Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Dr Bach says of Holly that it; ‘opens the heart and unites us with Divine Love’.
Unconditional, Divine Love is the highest form of love and one that is present within the
heart of every human being. However when this love is not recognised and nurtured
the heart gradually closes down and defence patterns of the personality such as anger,
revenge, jealousy & hatred take root. Those in this state can also appear to be suspicious,
distrustful or supersensitive to real or imagined slights. The powerful energy of the
Holly remedy floods the heart with the vibrations of Divine, unconditional love helping
to transmute and transform these negative states.
HONEYSUCKLE … Lonicera Caprifolium
Keyword - Letting Go Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Honeysuckle helps those who are unable to let go of the past in some way. Those in
need of this remedy are often locked into past happier times which they feel can never
return, leaving them with feelings of nostalgia, sadness or regret. This is an excellent
remedy for anyone experiencing difficulty with homesickness, bereavement, divorce,
or unaccepted change of all kinds. Honeysuckle helps to dissolve these difficult feelings
bringing greater acceptance of the past and hope for the future. Honeysuckle, Star
of Bethlehem and Walnut used in combination are a particularly valuable support for
anyone coming to terms with loss of any kind.
HORNBEAM ... Carpinus Betulus
Keyword - Mental Vitality Bach Group - Uncertainty
Hornbeam helps those who feel that they lack the mental strength to carry out the
everyday tasks of their lives. Those in need of this remedy often experience a state of
procrastination brought on by a kind of mental weariness or staleness. They feel tired
even after a good nights sleep and find it very difficult to get going in the morning,
maybe needing several cups of coffee in order to be ready to face the day. However
once they eventually do get going they usually discover that they are perfectly capable
of completing their day’s work.
IMPATIENS … Impatiens Royalei
Keyword - Patience Bach Group - Loneliness
Impatiens helps those who are driven by an inner sense of urgency, a feeling that
they need to get things done ‘yesterday’. Those in need of Impatiens can become
very impatient and irritable with others who are naturally slower than they are, a state
that often creates inner discomfort and tightness. They usually prefer to do things by
themselves because it is; ‘quicker to do it myself’. The Impatiens personality does not
wait for long for anything, even to the point of finishing others sentences and can easily
flare up in anger if pushed, although this will normally be quickly over and forgotten.
They are very independent minded and can become isolated and unable to connect
with others in the extreme state.
LARCH ... Larix Europea
Keyword - Self Confidence Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Larch helps to restore confidence in one’s own abilities. Those in need of Larch have
such an in built unconscious certainty of failure that they never attempt new things in
life and so never discover their true potential. They automatically feel inferior to others
and will stand back, allowing those that they feel are better able than themselves to
take up life’s opportunities. Larch helps to remind those with these traits that deep
down they do have the ability and restores their confidence to live life to the full.
MIMULUS ... Mimulus Guttatus
Keyword - Courage Bach Group - Fear
Mimulus helps those who feel they need greater courage to face up to the everyday
events of life. Those in need of Mimulus suffer unnecessary fear and worry about
everyday situations, such as visiting the dentist, flying, swimming, spiders or perhaps
taking their driving test. They can appear nervous, shy or timid and may stammer, stutter
or blush easily when in situations where they feel vulnerable. Sensitivity to crowds,
loud noises, or bright lights are other examples of states for which Mimulus would be
beneficial. As Mimulus dissolves their fears and worries those with this personality trait
find themselves able to create a more positive mental approach to life.
MUSTARD ... Sinapsis Arvensis
Keyword - Joy Bach Group - Uncertainty
Mustard helps those who from time to time experience a black cloud of gloom that
comes and goes for no reason that is obvious. Those in this state feel despairing and
unable to cover over how they feel. They withdraw into themselves, feeling separate
and isolated from the rest of the world. Mustard helps to dispel the blackness, bringing
back light and joy.
OAK ... Quercus Robur
Keyword - Strength & endurance Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Oak helps those who need help to restore the qualities of strength and endurance.
Those in need of Oak tend to struggle on enduring all things long after others would
have given up. They possess great strength and courage and like the mighty Oak tree
itself often provide shelter and nourishment for others. However this is often done at
great cost to themselves and can lead to the despairing feeling of being suddenly and
completely lacking in the strength to carry on. Often their legs ache and a great weariness
comes over them. Taken short term Oak will help to restore strength and fortitude so that
they can carry on. Taken more long term it will help the Oak personality to find new
balance so that they learn to conserve some energy and reserves for themselves.
OLIVE ... Olea Europaea
Keyword - Physical vitality Bach Group - Uncertainty
Olive helps those who feel that their reserves of energy are completely depleted and
that they have nothing left to carry on with. This could be either at any level. In the
acute state those in need of Olive often complain of being too tired to do another thing
or feeling completely washed out. This is usually the result of situations where a great
deal of energy has been used up - over working, a hard spell of digging in the garden
or exhaustion related to a long term illness are all situations that can be helped with Olive.
PINE ... Pinus Sylvestris
Keyword - Positive self-value Bach Group - Despair & Despondency
Pine helps to restore a positive sense of inner self-value or self worth. Those in need of
Pine suffer from feelings of guilt, shame, self-blame or self reproach and will often take
responsibility for, or even apologize for, something that has nothing to do with them at all.
They are never truly satisfied with themselves and tend to feel that others are better than they
are. It is difficult for those in this state to find any real sense of achievement or joy in life.
RED CHESTNUT ... Aesculus Carnea
Keyword - Optimism that all is well Bach Group - Fear
Red Chestnut helps those who are fearful for the safety of others. Those in need of Red
Chestnut worry for the safety of others, particularly those close to them. When things do
not happen as anticipated they will immediately fear the worst, imagining that some harm
has befallen their loved ones; ‘they must have had an accident’. A mother who is afraid for
her children when they are even a little late home is a good example of this kind of fear, a
fear that will immediately vanish when the family members return unharmed. Red Chestnut
helps to restore optimism and trust in the Divine Plan bringing the recognition that everyone
has their own path and is divinely looked after no matter what happens to them.
ROCK ROSE ... Helianthemum Nummularium
Keyword - Fearlessness Bach Group - Fear
Rock Rose is helpful in any situation where there is the need to transmute the vibrations
of extreme fear, panic or terror. In an acute state those in need of Rock Rose may become
rigid, shaking or petrified by acute fear. They can paralysed by fear or experience
the kind of blind panic that creates the urge to run away to anywhere but where they
currently are. The tendency to panic in emergencies or to have terrifying nightmares
also indicates a need for Rock Rose.
ROCKWATER ... Aqua Petra
Keyword - Freedom & flexibility Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Rock Water helps to restore the ability to be open minded and flexible in one’s beliefs.
Those in need of Rock Water set themselves very high standards and impose very
strict disciplines upon themselves in an effort to adhere to their high minded, idealistic
principles. They hope to set an example for others to follow by forcing themselves to be
saints or martyrs. As a result they live a very rigid lifestyle, often denying themselves
even the smallest luxury. This self-punishing attitude creates deeply suppressed
physical & emotional needs. The phrase ‘a sack cloth & ashes type’ sums up the acute
state of this remedy very well. Rock Water helps to dissolve these personality traits
bringing the understanding that it is loving acceptance of all aspects of self and
freedom from dogma that allows us to make real and lasting inner change.
SCLERANTHUS ... Scleranthus Annuus
Keyword - Balance & Decisiveness Bach Group - Uncertainty Scleranthus helps to restore the qualities of balance and decisiveness in the personality. Those in need of Scleranthus can be gripped by crippling indecision when faced witha choice between two things. In this situation they will usually weigh things up and ‘um& ah’ for a long time. Emotionally they can swing from one extreme to another very
easily and may become quickly tearful. Mentally they can have a tendency to respond
to outside stimulus rather like a grasshopper, making it hard for them to concentrate
in the negative state. Scleranthus helps to restore one’s inner point of balance creating
a greater connection with the Soul and one’s own inner direction.
STAR OF BETHLEHEM ... Ornithogalum Umbellatum
Keyword - Transforming Shock Bach Group - Despair and Despondency
Star of Bethlehem is helpful in any situation where shock or trauma of any kind has been
experienced, whether immediate or in the past. If this essence is given immediately
in situations of shock and trauma it will help to take away the numbing effect and
assist the body to mobilise its self-healing abilities. This should obviously not replace
medical assistance, but could enhance it. This remedy can be very beneficial for those
who retain shock or trauma at some level from past situations and events. Situations
such as bereavement, accident, sudden loss of job, divorce, ‘bad’ news etc are all
situations that might call for the help of Star of Bethlehem.
SWEET CHESTNUT … Castanea Sativa
Keyword - The light at the end of the tunnel Bach Group - Despair &
Despondency
Sweet Chestnut’s gift is its ability to restore our connection to our Soul’s light and love.
In the acute state those in need of Sweet Chestnut feel that they have reached the
limits of their endurance and are at the end of the road. In this extreme state they feel
an absolute and utter despair or hopelessness – a state of desolation in which they
feel isolated from the rest of mankind. Often described as ‘the dark night of the soul’
this state can be experienced when the personality is faced with the challenge of
confronting itself. The ‘back to the wall’ feeling is the result of the personality’s resistance
to make the inner change necessary to move to the next level of consciousness, so this
uncomfortable state can sometimes precede a big movement forward. Sweet Chestnut
brings back the light and joy to life, dissolving the darkness.
VERVAIN ... Verbena Officinalis
Keyword - Realistic responsibility Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Vervain helps those who need to restore balance to the unconscious belief that it is
their responsibility to take care of everything around them. Those in need of Vervain
have very high principles and ideals that they seek to convert others to, by the sheer
force of their will and enthusiasm. They are perfectionists who tend to overwork, driving
themselves way past what is reasonable, often becoming wound up & highly strung as
a result. In the acute state they can be fanatical, over zealous and incensed by injustice.
Vervain restores balance to these states allowing the personality to take a more realistic
perspective in its attitude to responsibility and to recognise the need for others to have
the freedom to follow their own path in life.
VINE ... Vitis Vinifera
Keyword - Positive leadership Bach Group - Overcare & Concern
Vine helps to restore the principle of balanced leadership through the right use of power
and will. Those in need of Vine have a tendency to be over bearing, dominating, certain
that they are right and need to take control in every situation. They can find it very hard
to hear another’s point of view and will intimidate others weaker than themselves, often
without realising what they are doing. Extreme examples of this personality type are the
ruthless tyrant or bully. Vine helps to open the heart and to remind the personality that
positive leadership is the result of a partnership between the heart and the mind.
WALNUT ... Juglans Regia
Keyword - Adaptability & Protection Bach Group - Oversensitivity
Walnut promotes adaptability, flexibility and protection during times of change. We all
face the challenge of change many times in our lives and Walnut helps us to be open,
flexible and adaptable at such times. This might be the physical changes that occur as
we move through the various stages of life, or life style changes such as bereavement,
divorce, new house or job. In such situations Walnut acts as a link breaker helping us to
release the old and decisively embrace the new. It can also provide a cloak of protection
for those over sensitive to their environment or to the influence of others.
WATER VIOLET ... Hottonia Palustris
Keyword - Humility Bach Group - Loneliness
Water Violet helps to restore the soul qualities of humility and wisdom. Those in need
of Water Violet often have much valuable wisdom and insight to share but due to
their gentle, sensitive natures find it hard to communicate this to others. They have a
tendency to withdraw into their own space and can sometimes appear to be aloof and
unapproachable or perhaps slightly superior or proud, all aspects of personality that
contribute to their sense of isolation from others. Water Violet helps them to remember
the oneness of all things and to dissolve the barriers around the heart that this state
creates, promoting the ability to socialise easily and to share their integrity, wisdom
and knowledge.
WHITE CHESTNUT … Aesculus Hippocastanum
Keyword - Tranquillity of mind Bach Group - Lack of Interest
White Chestnut brings the gift of a calm, peaceful mind uncluttered by unnecessary
thoughts. Those in need of White Chestnut suffer from a constantly busy mind in which
there is no reprieve from revolving thoughts that circulate round and round like a
hamster on a wheel. They often experience recurring internal mental arguments and
conversations, all states that effectively cut them off from the present moment and can
sometimes make it difficult to sleep. White Chestnut brings tranquillity and clarity of
thought.
WILD OAT … Bromus Asper
Keyword - Clarity of Direction Bach Group - Uncertainty
Wild Oat promotes an inner certainty about the vocational direction of ones life.
Those in need of Wild Oat have not yet connected with the inner direction of their Soul
that would give them clarity on the direction of their chosen life path. They are often
strongly ambitious people with many talents and gifts but as they lack a strong inner
sense of how to use them tend to end up flitting from one thing to another. A state of
uncertainty that means they are endlessly searching in the outer world for the ‘right’
direction when the answer is actually within themselves. Wild Oat helps to strengthen
their inner connection and promote clarity of direction.
WILD ROSE … Rosa Canina
Keyword - Enthusiasm Bach Group - Lack of Interest
Wild Rose helps to restore the qualities of enthusiasm and joy in the process of life.
Those in need of Wild Rose experience a state of apathetic resignation, which can
bring with it feelings of boredom or tiredness. In an acute state they appear to have
given up, completely lacking the motivation and enthusiasm necessary to function
normally in life. Some people experience this during a long-term illness, having been
told to resign themselves to the fact they may never be fully well again. Wild Rose
helps to bring back the enthusiasm to find joy in life whatever the circumstances.
WILLOW ... Salix Vitellina
Keyword - Forgiveness Bach Group - Despondency & Despair
Willow restores the qualities of self-responsibility and forgiveness. Those in need of
Willow have a tendency to feel a victim of circumstance and to blame others for their life
situation. They may become easily bitter or resentful, bear grudges or feel that ‘life’s not
fair’ when things do not go their way. Willow helps to dissolve these difficult personality
traits and to promote the recognition of the need for self–responsibility, forgiveness of
self and others and to restore optimism in their ability to create the life they want.
REVIVAL REMEDY. /RESCUE REMEDY
- For Emergency Situations -
Revival Remedy is a combination of Cherry Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose
and Star of Bethlehem. This combination is an originally formulation of Dr Bach’s for
use in situations requiring ‘emergency rescue’. It is a very swift emotional stabiliser
in situations of great fear, panic, trauma, or severe stress such as serious accidents
or unexpected bereavement. It is also very useful in other situations such as exams,
driving tests, visits to the dentist, etc. In emergency situations take 4 drops on the
tongue directly from the stock bottle, repeat until stabilised and calm. It can also be
applied to pulse points or sipped in a small amount of water. Releasing the effects of
shock, fear or trauma, enables the body’s self-healing process to take effect quicker.
Revival Remedy should not replace medical attention.
REVIVAL REMEDY CREAM
The five remedies used in Dr Bach’s original ‘emergency rescue’ combination; Cherry
Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose and Star of Bethlehem together with Crab Apple
& Pine mixed into a natural cream base, make an excellent ‘emergency’ formula for
external application. Beneficial and soothing, it is useful on scars, skin blemishes,
pulled muscles etc. Revival Remedy Cream is not tested on animals.
Choosing the Correct Bach Flower Remedies
There are 38 Bach Flower Remedies, each helping you to bring balance to a different
state of mind and emotion, so when choosing the correct ones for you, the starting
place is always with how you think and feel. Take a moment to look at how you react to
the events and situations currently in your life. For example, perhaps certain people,
situations or events trigger a fearful, angry or guilty reaction. Maybe you experience
feelings of hopelessness, doubt or lack of confidence.
Once you have identified the states it is then a simple process to choose the remedies
that will promote greater harmony.
Using the Bach Flower Remedies
Choose the remedies that will help to bring balance to the issues that you identify.
You can use a single remedy or up to 8 remedies together as a combination.
You can dilute the stock level Remedies that you buy to make a combination bottle,
or add them directly to your drinks.
You can also take the stock remedy directly on the tongue if you wish.
How to Make a Combination
To make a Combination Bottle put 2 drops of each remedy required ( 4 drops of
Revival Remedy combination ) into a clean glass dropper bottle containing up to
30ml of spring or spa water. You can add a teaspoon full of brandy or cider vinegar
as a preservative if you wish.
To make a Combination in a drink put 4 drops of each remedy required ( 6 drops of
Revival Remedy combination ) into a glass or water bottle.
Dosage Instructions
We recommend a dosage of 8 x a day for chronic states and every 30 - 60
minutes for acute states, reverting to the normal dosage when more balance
has returned.
Take your chosen Bach Flower Remedies for two - four weeks before reviewing how
you feel. After this time you may find that you need to change some of your original
choices or that you need to continue with the same ones for longer. Working in this way
over a period of six months or so you will find that there has been a subtle but definite
shift in the way you perceive your world.
Bach Flower Remedies can be taken by everyone* - children, babies’ animals and
plants included - safely and without fear of side effects, overdosing or addiction. While
they are not intended to replace medical treatment where necessary, they can be used
in conjunction with, and to compliment, any other form of treatment.
* Please note that Bach Flower Remedies are preserved in brandy, so please be cautious if
you have issues around the use of alcohol.
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