Frequently Asked Questions

What is a flower essence?

Flower essences are vibrational remedies used as catalysts for emotional change and mind-body development. It is well understood that physical imbalance, such as stress can cause illness. Flower essences heal as they change emotional outlook and imbalance. Each flower has a signature from which we can derive its healing uses. This signature comes from different physical qualities of the flower, historical myths and folklore, as well as meanings found within the Latin or common name. One can receive these healing qualities from sitting or being near the plant, but not everyone is fortunate enough to have diversity of species and no one is fortunate enough to have each flower blooming as needed. Making essences is a way of preserving the medicine of flowers for later use.

How does one make a flower essence?

Early in the morning, while there is still dew on the flowers, one collects the flowers in a clear glass bowl of spring water. One should fill the surface of the water in the bowl completely with flowers. This is allowed to sit in the sun for three hours. It is then bottled with an equal amount of high quality brandy to preserve the essence. This is the mother essence. A stock bottle is made from taking three drops out of the mother essence and filling the rest of the bottle with a third brandy and two-thirds water. This process can be repeated again, if one desires further dilution into a dosage bottle.

How often does one take flower essences? What is the dosage?

It is recommended to take your flower essence four times a day. The most important times to take it is when your subconscious is closest to your conscious mind. This happens when you first get up in the morning and right when you lie down at night. The other two times should be at regular times throughout the day. The dosage is three drops under the tongue. Flower essences are highly effective if you put ten drops in your bathwater. This exposes your entire vibrational field to the essence. Flower essences can also be incorporated into your daily lifestyle by using them in soap, shampoo, or other beauty products, putting the drops in any beverages you consume, or misting them on your face and body.

Can one overdose on flower essences? Are there any harmful interactions to be cautious of?

One cannot take too much of a flower essence. The therapeutic benefits do not increase after you have taken the necessary amount. Flower essences do not have any beneficial effect if one is taking medication. They do not interact harmfully with any other substance. Flower essences can be made with apple cider vinegar instead of brandy for someone who is alcohol sensitive.

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