Foundational Formulas are designed to heal old wounds, which may be the cause of your current suffering. Shock, trauma, grief and fear can leave lasting impressions on the body, mind and emotions. Often, we may not even realize we've been affected by a past event, because the negative emotions we feel seem unrelated. The best way to tell if you need a Foundational Formula, is if you find your self saying, "I’ve never been the same since…” as you recall something from your past. Flower remedies are most effective when the emotions you have are as close match to the description of the remedy.