Flower remedies, also called flower essences, are herbal infusions, made from the flowering part of wild plants, bushes or trees, which address emotional and mental aspects of wellness. This method of treatment was discovered in the 1930's by Dr. Edward Bach, a renowned British physician and bacteriologist.
Dr. Bach believed that chronic illness (not caused by genetics or physical injury) is the last and final manifestation of a prolonged imbalance between the soul and personality. He believed that if you treat the emotional imbalance in a person, their body has a greater chance for healing. Therefore, Bach Flower therapy can be considered a preventative medicine, in that it aims to treat emotional imbalances before they can go deeper into the body. The remedies can be taken in any combination and are given according to the mood and personality of the patient, never for the physical complaint. The ultimate aim of this system of healing is happiness and peace of mind. By aligning the soul and personality, the remedies help us to live our lives in the way we were meant to, fulfilling our purpose with love, happiness and freedom from all the limiting influences we may encounter on our way.